Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (DRDO) — Ministry of Defence
Cut-off Date: 26 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 27 Jul 1999 to 26 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 27 Jul 1999 to 26 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 27 Jul 1996 to 26 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 27 Jul 1994 to 26 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 27 Jul 1994 to 26 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 27 Jul 1989 to 26 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 26 Jul 2026)
The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (DRDO) has issued an official recruitment notification for Graduate and Technician Apprentice, announcing a total of 41 vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 26 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com/BLIS for Graduates and Diploma in Engineering for Technicians. and be within the prescribed age limit of Not specified in notification., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Graduate Apprentice: 12,300 INR; Technician Apprentice: 10,900 INR. The selection procedure comprises Based on merit/interview conducted by the Selection Committee.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
26 Jul 2026
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|---|
| Post Name | Graduate and Technician Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 41 |
| Qualification | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com/BLIS for Graduates and Diploma in Engineering for Technicians. |
| Age Limit | Not specified in notification. |
| Salary | Graduate Apprentice: 12,300 INR; Technician Apprentice: 10,900 INR |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Based on merit/interview conducted by the Selection Committee. |
The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), a research facility under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has released the notification for the engagement of 41 apprentices for the 2026-27 training period. This apprenticeship, governed by the Apprentices Act of 1961, is open to fresh graduates and diploma holders in engineering and science disciplines. The training duration is fixed at one year.
| Apprentice Category | Essential Qualification | Total Posts | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com/BLIS | 30 | 12,300 INR |
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering | 11 | 10,900 INR |
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for selection:
Applications must be submitted via email. Hard copies sent through postal services will not be considered.
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