50 Posts – The High Energy Materials Research Laboratory – DRDO HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Last Date 28 August Govt Exam Update

DRDO HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 PDF has been released for filling 50 Graduate Apprentice vacancies. DRDO HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 apply offline link has been provided here which will remain active till 28th August 2026.

DRDO HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has invited offline applications for the recruitment of 50 vacancies for Graduate Apprentice posts in various engineering and science disciplines. Interested candidates holding the required eligibility can apply offline till 28th August 2026. Candidates can check the complete details from the article.

HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

HEMRL initiated the HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 to fill vacancies for the posts of Graduate Apprentices in various disciplines including Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Arts, Commerce, Library Science, and Business Administration.

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Important Dates

As per the HEMRL Notification 2026 PDF, the last date to submit the application form for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 28th August 2026. Candidates must keep important dates in mind to avoid missing any deadlines.

HEMRL Apprentice Notification PDF

HEMRL Notification PDF under Advertisement No. HEMRL/HRD/APPRENTICE/2026-27/01 has been released at https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies with complete details for the recruitment of Graduate Apprentices. Candidates are advised that before applying offline, they must go through the notification thoroughly. The advertisement comprises all the details regarding eligibility, vacancies, selection process, application schedule, and other recruitment guidelines.

HEMRL Notification 2026 PDF

HEMRL Vacancy 2026 (Discipline-wise)

A total of 50 vacancies for the post of Graduate Apprentice have been announced by the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), DRDO. Candidates can refer to the table below for the discipline-wise vacancy details.

Note: Category-wise (General/SC/ST/OBC) seat allocation will be done in accordance with the prevalent rules.

HEMRL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must possess the required qualifications on or before the closing date of the application.

Educational Qualifications

For Graduate Apprentice (Engineering Stream):

• BE/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering / Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering / Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering / Civil Engineering from a recognized Board/University

For Graduate Apprentice (Science/Arts/Commerce Stream):

• B.Sc. in Chemistry / Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) / Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) / Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) / BLIS (Library Science) from a recognized Board/University

Additional Eligibility Conditions

• ONLY Indian Nationals are eligible
• Candidates who have passed the qualifying examination in the last Five years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) are ONLY eligible
• Candidates who have appeared in the qualifying examination but whose results have not been declared/available as on the Last date of Submission of Application are NOT eligible
• Candidates with higher qualification are NOT eligible
• Only those candidates who have completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible to apply
• Candidates who had apprenticeship training or are at present undergoing apprenticeship training under any organization or have job experience for a period of ONE year or more after attaining the essential qualification are NOT eligible

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Age Limit (as on 28/08/2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years (Not less than 18 years)
• Maximum Age & Relaxation: As per the Apprentices Act – 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 Guidelines
• PwBD candidates are eligible ONLY for the designated trades as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992

HEMRL Application Form 2026 Link

The offline application process for HEMRL Apprentice posts is ongoing. Candidates must first register on the NATS 2.0 portal and then apply offline by filling the application form available on the DRDO website. The last date to submit the application is 28th August 2026. To avoid last-minute postal delays, candidates are advised to send the application as soon as possible. Once the last date is over, no application will be accepted under any circumstance.

Application Process & Instructions

• Degree candidates will register on NATS 2.0 portal and then apply offline by filing the application form available on https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies
• ONLY offline Applications will be accepted
• Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria may apply offline
• Incomplete/erroneous application or application received after the last date will be rejected
• The marks obtained in the qualifying exam are to be mentioned in percentage. In case of CGPA, candidates are requested to convert the CGPA into percentage as per their university norms (CGPA × 9.5)

Postal Address for Sending Application

To,
The Director,
HEMRL, Ministry of Defence, DRDO,
Sutarwadi, Pashan, Pune – 411021

(Kind Attention: HRD, HEMRL, Pune)

How to Apply for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can complete the offline application process by following these steps:

1. Visit the official DRDO website (https://drdo.gov.in/)
2. Navigate to the vacancies section and select the HEMRL Apprentice recruitment notification
3. First register on the NATS 2.0 portal (for degree candidates)
4. Download the application form available on https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies
5. Fill in the application form with the required personal, educational, and communication details in capital letters
6. Affix a recent passport-size photograph in the designated space
7. Verify all entered details before submitting the application form
8. Sign the application form with ink
9. Send the completed application form to the postal address mentioned above
10. Ensure the application reaches before the last date (28th August 2026)

Documents Required for HEMRL Application Form

At the time of application submission:

• Ink Signed Printout of application
• NATS 2.0 profile Signed copy
• Mark sheets & Certificates (Original OR Provisional) from 10th to minimum educational qualification
• Aadhaar Card/Photo ID Proof and Address Proof
• Two recent passport size colour photographs (6×7)
• SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwBD and EWS certificate (if applicable)

At the time of Document Verification (Original with ONE set of self-attested photocopy):

• All documents mentioned above in original
• Valid Police Verification certificate from place of last residence and permanent address
• “Certificate of Physical Fitness” in prescribed format issued by authorized Medical Officer of any Government Hospital
• Undertaking for adherence to Indian Official Secret Act, 1923
• Undertaking to follow IT Rules & Regulations applicable for Ministry of Defence
• Aadhaar seeded Bank Account details for DBT Stipend (Pass Book Front Page / Cancelled Cheque)

What is the HEMRL Selection Process?

The selection for HEMRL Apprentice recruitment will comprise the following stages:

HEMRL Apprentice Stipend & Benefits 2026

Candidates selected through HEMRL Apprentice recruitment will be paid a stipend of ₹15,000/- per month.

Important Notes:

• No TA/DA/accommodation/transport/medical facilities will be provided to applicants for any stage of selection process or after selection during the training
• NO employment (Permanent/Temporary/Contractual) is offered at HEMRL or DRDO to any apprentice after completion of their apprenticeship training

FAQs

How many vacancies have been released under HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification?
A total of 50 vacancies for the post of Graduate Apprentice have been announced by the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), DRDO.

What is the last date to apply for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline for HEMRL Recruitment till 28th August 2026.

What is the selection process for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The selection of candidates will be based on Academic Merit / Written Test / Interview / Walk-in Interview or combination of the above.

What is the stipend for HEMRL Graduate Apprentices?
Selected candidates will receive a stipend of ₹15,000/- per month.

Who is eligible for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment?
Candidates who have passed the qualifying examination in the last five years (2022-2026) as regular candidates with minimum 18 years of age are eligible. Candidates with higher qualification or those who have undergone apprenticeship training earlier are NOT eligible.

Is there any application fee for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

What is the mode of application for HEMRL Apprentice Recruitment?
ONLY offline applications will be accepted. Candidates must register on NATS 2.0 portal and then apply offline.

Will I get a job at DRDO after completing apprenticeship?
NO employment (Permanent/Temporary/Contractual) is offered at HEMRL or DRDO to any apprentice after completion of their apprenticeship training.

Source: Govt Exam Update