DRDO Arde Recruitment 2025: Arms Research and Development Installation (ARDE) has issued an official notification for the recruitment of graduation and diploma apprentice posts under the Ministry of Defense, Government of India.
DRDO Arde Recruitment 2025 Notification was released on 4 April 2025, and online applications will be accepted from April 4, 2025 to 20 April 2025. Eligible candidates can apply for DRDO Arde recruitment 2025 through the website https://nats.education.gov.in.
DRDO Arde Recruitment 2025 Post Description
The recruitment drives provide a total of 50 trainee posts in various subjects for both graduate and diploma holders. Details of posts, vacancies and monthly stipend are given below:
| Social class | Name/discipline post | Blank place | Monthly stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| graduate trainee | computer Engineering | 3 | Rupee. 15,000/- |
| Aero engineering | 1 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| Electrical engineering | 2 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| mechanical Engineering | 11 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| Electronics and telecommunications | 9 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| Metallic engineering | 1 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| Instrumentation engineering | 3 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| MBA / MSc. (HR / data analytics) | 2 | Rupee. 15,000/- | |
| Total (graduation) | 32 | ||
| Diploma apprentice | computer Engineering | 2 | Rupee. 14,000/- |
| Electrical engineering | 2 | Rupee. 14,000/- | |
| mechanical Engineering | 10 | Rupee. 14,000/- | |
| Electronics and telecommunications | 3 | Rupee. 14,000/- | |
| Metallic engineering | 1 | Rupee. 14,000/- | |
| Total (diploma) | 18 | ||
Eligibility
Candidates have to complete specific educational qualifications to apply for these trainee posts. Below are the eligibility criteria for each category:
| post name | Educational qualification |
|---|---|
| graduate trainee | HR/data analytics (full -time) from a recognized Indian University/Institute, or MBA/MSc |
| Diploma apprentice | Diploma in Engineering from Board of Technical Education or recognized Indian University (full -time) |
Selection process
The selection process for DRDO Arde recruitment 2025 is straight. Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of marks obtained in their qualification examination (degree/diploma). A merit list category-wise (general, SC, ST, OBC, PWD) will be prepared.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed to appear for further verification including medical examination and police verification. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected without reconsideration.
how to apply
Candidates are required to apply online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. follow these steps:
- For already enrolled candidates:
- Log in on https://nats.education.gov.in.
- Click “Establishment Request Menu”.
- Select “Search to Search”.
- Start your resume and upload the required documents.
- Search for “Armament Research and Development Establishment” or “WMHPUCO00042”.
- Click “Apply” twice to submit.
- Go to https://nats.education.gov.in.
- Click “Enroll” and complete the form.
- Get a unique enrollment number.
- Log in and follow the steps given above for nominee candidates.
Important dates
The major dates for DRDO Arde recruitment 2025 are as follows:
| action | date |
|---|---|
| Online application date | 4 April 2025 |
| Last date for enrollment on NATS portal | 20 April 2025 |
| Last date to apply on Arde | 20 April 2025 |
questions to ask
Q1. Who can apply for DRDO Arde recruitment 2025?
A: Graduate and Diploma holders who passed after 2021 and did not already pass through apprenticeship training.
Q2. Is there an application fee?
A: No, there is no fee to apply in this appointment program.
Q3. What is the duration of training?
A: The duration of training is 12 months, with according to the Trainee Act, 1961.
Q4. Will Ard offer a job after apprenticeship?
A: No, Arde/DRDO is not obliged to provide employment after training.
Q5. How will the candidates be selected?
A: Selection is based on marks in the qualifying exam, followed by medical and police verification.
For more information, see the official notification or contact the SPOC provided.
