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Job at DRDO: The 'Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory' (DEAL)—a prestigious laboratory under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India—has announced vacancies for apprentice training for the year 2026-27. A key feature of this recruitment drive is that graduates, diploma holders, and ITI-qualified youths from across the country can apply online. Let us look at the eligibility criteria, the stipend offered, and the application process.

**Full Details on Vacancies and Qualifications**

**Graduate Apprentice: 19 Posts**
You are eligible if you hold a B.E. or B.Tech degree with at least 60% marks in Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.

Additionally, candidates with a B.Sc. (PCM/PCB) and a B.Lib or B.L.I.Sc. A degree can apply for the Library Science discipline. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,300.

**Diploma Apprentice: 08 Posts**
Candidates holding a diploma with 60% marks in Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering are eligible to apply. The stipend for this category is set at ₹10,900 per month.

**ITI Apprentice: 50 Posts**
Candidates who have passed ITI (holding NCVT/SCVT certificates) in 21 different trades—including Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Turner, Computer Operator (COPA), Steno, and Electronic Mechanic—can apply. They will receive a monthly stipend of ₹10,560.

**Important Terms and Conditions**

**Age Limit**
The applicant must be at least 18 years of age. **Year of Passing**
Only candidates who passed their examinations in the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to participate in this recruitment drive. Only students who pursued regular courses are eligible.

**Course Duration**
The apprenticeship training will last for a total of one year. Please note that completion of this training does not entitle the candidate to claim permanent or temporary employment at DRDO or DEAL.

**Selection Process and Application Deadline**
Candidates will not be required to take an extensive examination for these positions. Selection will be based on academic merit, a written test, or a direct interview.

Online applications can be submitted within 30 days from the date the recruitment advertisement is published on the website (June 23, 2026).

**How ​​to Apply?**
Graduate and diploma candidates must apply via the NATS 2.0 portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) using 'DEAL ID: NUKDDC000015'. Meanwhile, ITI-qualified candidates must fill out the online form on the NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) using 'Establishment Code: E01160500005'.

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