Defence Scientific Information & Documentation Centre (DESIDOC), under the aegis of Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, invites applications for engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for ONE YEAR apprenticeship training for the Financial Year 2026-2027.\r + \r +

\r + Total Positions: 2 (Computer Science Apprentice)
\r + One-year apprenticeship at DESIDOC, Metcalfe House, Delhi.\r + \r +

\r + Monthly Stipend:
\r + - Rs.12,300 per month (B.E./B.Tech level)
\r + - Rs.10,900 per month (Diploma level)\r + \r +

\r + Educational Qualification:
\r + B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science OR Three Years Diploma in Computer Science from a recognized University/Institute.\r + \r +

\r + Important Conditions:
\r + - Only candidates passed in 2024 or 2025 are eligible
\r + - Postgraduate candidates are NOT eligible
\r + - Candidates with 1 year or more job/training experience are NOT eligible
\r + - Must have valid NATS registration (www.mhrdnats.gov.in or nats.education.gov.in)\r + \r +

\r + Age Limit: Maximum 28 years as on date of written test/interview
\r + Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (as per Central Govt rules)\r + \r +

\r + Application Fee: NIL\r + \r +

\r + Selection Process:
\r + 1. Shortlisting based on merit (percentage/marks of essential qualification)
\r + 2. Written Test and/or Interview
\r + 3. Document Verification\r + \r +

\r + How to Apply:
\r + 1. Register on NATS portal (www.mhrdnats.gov.in or nats.education.gov.in) and obtain NATS enrolment number
\r + 2. Download application form from www.drdo.gov.in (What's New section)
\r + 3. Fill the form with self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents
\r + 4. Submit by post or by hand to:
\r + Director, Defence Scientific Information & Documentation Centre (DESIDOC), Metcalfe House, Civil Lines, Delhi - 110054
\r + 5. Superscribe the envelope with the discipline name: "Computer Science"
\r + 6. Last Date: Within 21 days from the date of advertisement on DRDO website (approx 1 July 2026)\r + \r +

\r + Important Notes:
\r + - Training duration: 12 months (FY 2026-2027)
\r + - No guarantee of permanent employment after training
\r + - No TA/DA will be paid for written test/interview
\r + - Number of positions may increase/decrease depending on organisational requirements\r + \r +

\r + Official Links:
\r + - DRDO Website: https://www.drdo.gov.in/
\r + - NATS Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in/