DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), under DRDO, has released the DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the engagement of 41 Apprentice vacancies for the 2026-27 training session. The recruitment includes 30 Graduate Apprentice and 11 Technician Apprentice posts under Advertisement No. ACEM/HRD/APPRENTICESHIP/2026-27.
Interested candidates can submit their application through email only before 26th July 2026. Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification to check the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, stipend, selection process, and application procedure.
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | ACEM/HRD/APPRENTICESHIP/2026-27 |
| Recruitment Type | Apprentice Training (2026-27) |
| Total Vacancies | 41 |
| Graduate Apprentice Vacancies | 30 |
| Technician Apprentice Vacancies | 11 |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Application Mode | |
| Application Email | apprentice.acem@gov.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 26th July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit / Interview |
| Training Location | Ambe Hill, Ojhar, Nasik – 422 207 |
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Notification 2026
The recruitment has been announced under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended in 1973 & 2014) for one-year apprenticeship training in various Graduate and Technician disciplines.
Candidates interested in the apprenticeship programme can complete the application process by submitting the prescribed application form and required documents through email before the closing date.
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Notification 2026 – Click and Download PDF
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 4th July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 26th July 2026 |
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream)
| Essential Qualification | Vacancies |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology | 5 |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering | 5 |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering | 2 |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering / B.Sc. Computer Science | 2 |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering | 3 |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 3 |
| B.Sc. Chemistry | 3 |
| B.Sc. Physics | 2 |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | 4 |
| BLIS (Library Science) | 1 |
| Total | 30 |
Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
| Essential Qualification | Vacancies |
| Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 4 |
| Diploma in Chemical Engineering | 2 |
| Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 2 |
| Diploma in Electronics Engineering | 2 |
| Diploma in Computer Science / Computer Science & Information Technology / Web Designing | 1 |
| Total | 11 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility requirements before applying.
| Eligibility Parameter | Details |
| Educational Qualification | As per the respective discipline (BE/B.Tech/B.Sc./B.Com./BLIS for Graduate Apprentice and Diploma for Technician Apprentice) |
| Passing Year | Only fresh pass-outs of 2024, 2025 and 2026 |
| Previous Experience | Candidates having one year or more of training/job experience after obtaining the essential qualification are not eligible |
| NATS Registration | Registration on NATS 2.0 is mandatory |
| Category Certificates | SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates must produce caste certificates in the prescribed format |
DRDO ACEM Apprentice 2026 Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900 |
Selection Process
The Apprentice Selection Committee will conduct the selection process.
| Step | Stage | Purpose |
| 1 | Application Screening | Verification of eligibility and documents |
| 2 | Merit / Interview | Final selection |
| 3 | Offer Letter | Issued to selected candidates |
How to Apply for DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates should complete the application process by following these steps:
- Register on the NATS 2.0 portal.
- Download the prescribed application form from the notification.
- Fill in the application form by typing the required details (handwritten forms are not accepted).
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph.
- Sign the application form.
- Attach all required certificates and documents.
- Include the University/College CGPA-to-Percentage conversion formula document (mandatory).
- Combine the application form and all supporting documents into a single PDF file.
- Send the PDF through email only to apprentice.acem@gov.in.
- Do not send any hard copy of the application.
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Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while submitting the application:
- Filled application form
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Required supporting certificates/documents
- University/College CGPA-to-Percentage conversion formula document
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Training Duration
The apprenticeship training will be conducted for one year.
Training Location
Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training at:
Ambe Hill, Ojhar, Nasik – 422 207
Important Points
- Applications will be accepted only through email.
- The last date to submit the application is 26th July 2026.
- Registration on NATS 2.0 is mandatory.
- Only fresh pass-outs of 2024, 2025 and 2026 are eligible.
- Candidates with one year or more of training/job experience after acquiring the qualification are not eligible.
- No hard-copy application will be accepted.
- ACEM will not provide quarters, hostel accommodation, or transportation during the apprenticeship.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has the DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification been released?
Yes. The notification has been released for 41 Apprentice vacancies, including Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 26th July 2026.
Q3. How can candidates apply?
Candidates must submit the completed application and required documents through email in a single PDF file to apprentice.acem@gov.in.
Q4. What is the stipend for selected apprentices?
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300 per month
- Technician Apprentice: ₹10,900 per month
Q5. Who can apply?
Only fresh pass-outs of 2024, 2025 and 2026 who meet the prescribed educational qualification, have completed NATS 2.0 registration, and do not have one year or more of post-qualification training/job experience are eligible.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on application screening followed by merit/interview, as decided by the Apprentice Selection Committee.
Q7. Will accommodation be provided during training?
No. ACEM will not provide hostel accommodation, quarters, or transportation facilities during the apprenticeship.
