Department - Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (DRDO CFEES)
DRDO CFEES ITI Apprentices Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 38 Posts
Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (DRDO CFEES) has announced 38 vacancies for ITI Apprentice positions across multiple trades. Candidates who have completed ITI from an NCVT-recognized institute in 2023, 2024 or 2025 are eligible. The online application process begins on 18 November 2025 and closes on 10 December 2025 through the Apprenticeship India portal. Applicants must also be registered on the NCVT MIS platform before applying. The minimum age required is 18 years, with upper age limits defined for different categories. The selection process includes shortlisting based on ITI marks, followed by a screening test or interview at CFEES, Delhi. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600, with a training duration of one year. No application fee is required. Only candidates meeting the apprenticeship rules and eligibility norms will be considered.
Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (DRDO CFEES... ) has announced 38 vacancies for ITI Apprentice positions across multiple trades. Candidates who have completed ITI from an NCVT-recognized institute in 2023, 2024 or 2025 are eligible. The online application process begins on 18 November 2025 and closes on 10 December 2025 through the Apprenticeship India portal. Applicants must also be registered on the NCVT MIS platform before applying. The minimum age required is 18 years, with upper age limits defined for different categories. The selection process includes shortlisting based on ITI marks, followed by a screening test or interview at CFEES, Delhi. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600, with a training duration of one year. No application fee is required. Only candidates meeting the apprenticeship rules and eligibility norms will be considered.
Rahul Sihan
19 Nov, 2025 07:21 PM
DRDO CFEES ITI Apprentices Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 38 Posts
The Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has issued a notification inviting online applications for 38 ITI Apprentice posts for various trades. The recruitment is limited to candidates who have completed ITI (NCVT) in specified years and who are registered with the national apprenticeship portals. Applications are to be submitted online within the specified dates and shortlisted candidates will be called for screening at CFEES, Delhi.
Important Dates and Fees
The following table lists the key dates and fee information for the DRDO CFEES ITI Apprentices Recruitment 2025. Candidates should observe the deadlines and the absence of any application fee.
| Date / Event | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18 November 2025 | |
| Start Date for Online Application | 18 November 2025 | |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 December 2025 | |
| Interview / Screening Test | Date will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via Email / SMS | |
| Age Calculation Reference Date | 10 December 2025 | |
| Application Fee | No application fee | |
| Official Website / Apply Link | https://drdo.gov.in and applications via https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in | |
Detailed Information
This section summarises the recruitment details, including vacancies by trade, eligibility conditions, stipend, age limits, selection methodology and instructions for applying. The information below is presented in concise, factual language to assist applicants in verifying their eligibility and preparing the necessary documents before submitting the online form on the apprenticeship portal.
| Item | Information | Notes / Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Delhi | Central government research establishment under DRDO. |
| Post Name | ITI Apprentice (Various Trades) | Training under Apprentices Act for designated trades; one-year duration. |
| Total Vacancies | 38 | Vacancy distribution by trade provided below; vacancies may vary as per Apprentices Act and rules. |
| Vacancy Details (Post-wise) |
Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) – 05 Draughtsman (Civil) – 04 Electronics Mechanic – 03 Instrument Mechanic – 04 Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) – 10 Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) – 12 |
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD will apply as per Apprentices Act & rules. |
| Educational Qualification | Passed ITI (NCVT) in the relevant trade. For COPA and other trades, minimum ITI duration requirements as per NCVT apply. | Only regular ITI (not distance/private). ITI passing year restricted to 2023, 2024 or 2025. Candidates must be registered on NCVT MIS and Apprenticeship India portal. |
| Experience / Restrictions | No candidate with more than one year of prior work experience or a previous apprenticeship is eligible. | Diploma and graduate candidates are not eligible for these ITI apprentice posts. |
| Age Limit (as on 10 December 2025) |
Minimum: 18 Years Unreserved (UR): Maximum 27 Years OBC: Maximum 30 Years SC / ST: Maximum 32 Years PwD: Maximum 37 Years |
Age relaxation as per government rules where applicable; age proof to be produced at document verification. |
| Stipend | ₹9,600 per month (fixed stipend) | No additional allowances (HRA, TA/DA) will be paid; stipend is governed by Government of India rules for ITI apprentices. |
| Training Duration | One year | Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act; completion does not confer employment guarantee. |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting based on percentage of marks obtained in ITI. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a screening test / interview at CFEES, Delhi. Final merit list will consider ITI marks and screening test / interview performance. |
Only shortlisted candidates will receive communication via Email / SMS. Candidates must produce original documents at the time of screening. |
| Application Mode | Online only through https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in | No other mode of application will be accepted. Applicants must complete registration on NCVT MIS and Apprenticeship India before applying. |
| How to Apply (Key Steps) |
1. Register on https://ncvtmis.gov.in and https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in if not already registered. 2. Search for CFEES, DRDO apprenticeship openings on the apprenticeship portal. 3. Complete the online application form and upload scanned documents. 4. Take a printout of the submitted application for interview and verification. |
Ensure all uploads (10th certificate, ITI marksheets/NCVT certificate, Aadhaar, caste certificate where applicable) are legible and complete. |
| Documents Required | 10th class certificate, ITI marksheets, NCVT certificate, Aadhaar card, caste certificate (if applicable), proof of registration on NCVT MIS and Apprenticeship India, passport-sized photograph, signature. | Original documents must be presented at the time of screening; photocopies may be required for submission. |
| Instructions & Conditions | No employment assurance after apprenticeship completion; selected candidates must undergo police verification prior to joining; no TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for interview; false information will lead to cancellation at any stage. | Candidates must join immediately when offered; the organisation may withdraw or vary vacancies in accordance with rules. |
| Contact / Official Notification | DRDO CFEES Official Website | If the notification provided further contact details, applicants should refer to the official DRDO notification for exact contact points and helpdesk instructions. |
Important Links
| Important Links – DRDO CFEES ITI Apprentices Recruitment | ||
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online | Online application portal for DRDO CFEES ITI Apprentices registration | Apply Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Recruitment notification issued by DRDO CFEES for apprenticeship selection | Download PDF |
| Official Website | DRDO’s authorised portal for institutional updates and recruitment information | Visit Site |
| These links provide candidates with reliable access to the DRDO CFEES apprenticeship notice, online registration portal, and the organisation’s official website. The notification contains all relevant recruitment particulars released by the establishment, while the official website remains the primary source for institutional communication. Applicants may use these authorised links to review eligibility norms, important dates, and procedural requirements for the apprenticeship engagement. | ||
