DRDO CVRDE Chennai ITI Trade Apprentice Walk-in 2026 - 93 Posts (Fitter, Turner, Welder, Electrician, Electronics & More)
Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai
Tamil Nadu
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The last date to apply was 9 Sept 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
Vacancies
93
Last Date
9 Sept 2026
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DRDO CVRDE Chennai ITI Trade Apprentice Walk-in Interview 2026
Laboratory: Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Apprenticeship: ITI Trade Apprentice - 93 Posts across 18 trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961
Date of Walk-in Interview: 08 & 09 September 2026, 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Venue: CVRDE, DRDO, Avadi, Chennai - 600 054
Vacancy Details (93 Posts)
| Sl.No. | Trade | Stipend (Rs.) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 10,560/- | 13 |
| 2 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 11,040/- | 10 |
| 3 | Electrician | 11,040/- | 12 |
| 4 | Fitter | 11,040/- | 10 |
| 5 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 11,040/- | 08 |
| 6 | Machinist | 11,040/- | 05 |
| 7 | Painter | 10,560/- | 01 |
| 8 | Plumber | 11,040/- | 03 |
| 9 | Turner | 11,040/- | 05 |
| 10 | Welder | 10,560/- | 05 |
| 11 | Electronics Mechanic | 11,040/- | 06 |
| 12 | Sheet Metal Worker | 11,040/- | 01 |
| 13 | Computer Networking Technician | 10,560/- | 01 |
| 14 | Computer & Peripherals Hardware Repair & Maintenance Mechanic | 10,560/- | 01 |
| 15 | Photographer | 11,040/- | 04 |
| 16 | Book Binder | 11,040/- | 02 |
| 17 | CAD-CAM Operator Cum Programmer | 10,560/- | 03 |
| 18 | Food Production (General) | 10,560/- | 03 |
Category-wise: SC 13, ST 06, OBC 25, EWS 09, UR 40
Eligibility
- ITI (NCVT/SCVT) certificate with minimum two years duration, except COPA, Painter, Plumber, Welder and Food Production (General)
- Must have passed the qualifying exam in 2023/2024/2025/2026 only
- NCVT/SCVT MIS portal registration (https://ncvtmis.gov.in) is mandatory - registration number required at time of walk-in
- Only regular candidates are eligible
- Age (as on 01/09/2026): Minimum 18 years; Maximum - UR 27, OBC 30, SC/ST 32, PWD 37
Selection Process
- Shortlisting on the basis of marks obtained in ITI qualifying examination
- Walk-in interview of shortlisted candidates
- Selected candidates will be issued joining letter on the spot
Documents Required (Originals + Self-attested Copies)
- 10th or 12th Mark sheet and Certificate
- ITI Mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- NCVT/SCVT MIS Registration Number
- Two passport-size photographs
Important Notes
- Selection and training are strictly under the Apprentices Act, 1961
- No employment is guaranteed on completion of apprenticeship
- False/forged information will result in immediate cancellation of candidature
- Police verification certificate required at the time of joining
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must report to the walk-in venue at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai on 08-09 September 2026 between 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM with all required documents mentioned above. Application on plain paper as per format available on drdo.gov.in.
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This information is compiled from the official CVRDE (DRDO) advertisement Advt No. CVRDE/ADMIN/2026-27. Candidates must verify details from the official notification.
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How to Apply for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai's DRDO CVRDE Chennai ITI Trade Apprentice Walk-in 2026 - 93 Posts (Fitter, Turner, Welder, Electrician, Electronics & More) before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 9 Sept 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
Defence Research and Development Organisation Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Defence Research and Development Organisation Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai notification before submitting.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
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