DRDO DEBEL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online For 28 Graduate Apprentice Posts

Defence Bioengineering & Electromedical Laboratory (DEBEL), Bengaluru under Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited applications for engagement of Graduate Apprentice Trainees for the year 2026-27.

This recruitment offers a great opportunity for engineering, science and commerce graduates to gain practical experience in defence research, indigenous technology development and advanced biomedical projects under DRDO.

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the NATS Portal before the last date. Candidates must carefully read all eligibility conditions before submitting application form.

DRDO DEBEL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization	DRDO – DEBEL Bengaluru
Post Name	Graduate Apprentice Trainee
Total Vacancy	28 Posts
Training Duration	1 Year
Application Mode	Online
Stipend	₹12,300 Per Month
Job Location	Bengaluru, Karnataka
Official Website	drdo.gov.in

Discipline Wise Vacancy Details

Discipline	Vacancy
Mechanical Engineering	07
Electronics / ECE / E&I	06
Computer Science / IT	03
Chemical Engineering / Chemistry	04
Biomedical Engineering	04
Textile Engineering	01
Library Science	01
Physics	01
Accounts (B.Com)	01
Total	28 Posts

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess degree qualification in relevant discipline from recognized university or institute.

Qualification	Details
Engineering Candidates	BE / B.Tech in Relevant Discipline
Science Candidates	B.Sc in Relevant Subject
Commerce Candidates	B.Com Degree
Passing Year	Degree Completed In Or After 2022

Eligibility Conditions

• Candidates should not have completed apprenticeship training earlier.
• Applicants having one year or more work experience are not eligible.
• Only regular mode candidates are eligible.
• Candidates must register on NATS portal before applying.

Age Limit

Age limit will be applicable as per apprenticeship rules and government norms.

Stipend Details

Post	Monthly Stipend
Graduate Apprentice Trainee	₹12,300/- Per Month

Selection Process

• Selection will be based on Graduation Marks Merit.
• Interview may be conducted if required.
• Final selection list will be released by DEBEL.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	Available Now
Last Date To Apply	20 May 2026
Tentative Joining Date	01 July 2026

How To Apply For DRDO DEBEL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Step	Process
Step 1	Visit NATS official portal
Step 2	Complete candidate registration
Step 3	Login using NATS credentials
Step 4	Search NATS User ID: SKABNC000035
Step 5	Apply for DEBEL Apprentice Training
Step 6	Submit application and save confirmation

📌 Candidates must ensure that all details entered on NATS portal are correct. Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected.

Required Documents

• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Degree Marksheet & Certificate
• Aadhaar Card / Identity Proof
• Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
• NATS Registration Details

Important Links

NATS Portal DRDO Official Website DRDO Careers

DRDO DEBEL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQ