Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Delhi, under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites applications for engagement as Apprentice in ITI, Diploma and Graduate categories for a period of 12 months under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
The SSPL DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Offline Application process is open and the last date for receipt of applications is 21st August 2026. This article provides complete information about SSPL Apprentice 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, official notification PDF, and how to apply.
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Post Name |
ITI / Diploma / Graduate Apprentice |
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| Total Vacancies |
41+ (As per requirement) |
| Age Limit |
As per Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Stipend |
As per Rules |
| Minimum Qualification |
ITI / Diploma / Graduation (First Division) – Passed 2022 to 2026 |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + Document / Credential Verification |
| Job Location |
Delhi |
| Last Date |
21 August 2026 |
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Apprenticeship Category |
No. of Vacancies |
Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
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ITI Apprentice |
41 |
ITI (First Division) in Fitter / Electronics Mechanic / Electrician / COPA / Machinist / Carpenter + 10th with First Division |
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Diploma Apprentice |
As per requirement |
Diploma (First Division) in Electrical / Mechanical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Computer Science + 10th & Diploma with First Division |
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Graduate Apprentice |
As per requirement |
Regular Graduation (First Division) in Physics / Chemistry / Maths / Computer Science OR B.A. / B.Com OR B.E./B.Tech. (First Division) in Electronics / Mechanical / Electrical / Communication / VLSI / Chemical Engineering |
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Category |
Passing Year |
Other Conditions |
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ITI / Diploma / Graduate Apprentice |
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026 |
Must be regular candidates only. First Division in qualifying examination. Must be registered on https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (ITI) or https://nats.education.gov.in (Diploma & Graduate). Non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected. |
The selection on the basis of following steps: -
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Shortlisting of Applications
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Verification of Credentials / Documents
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Execution of Apprenticeship Contract
Number of apprentices may vary depending on laboratory requirements. SSPL reserves the right to increase/decrease seats or cancel the process.
- No Application Fee
- Payment Method: Not Applicable
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Date of Notification |
30 July 2026 |
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Last Date for Receipt of Application (by Post) |
21 August 2026 |
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Duration of Training |
12 Months |
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SSPL DRDO Apprentice Detailed Notification PDF |
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DRDO Official Website |
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NATS Registration (Diploma/Graduate) |
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Apprenticeship India Registration (ITI) |
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Join RozgarDwaar Alert Channel |
Eligible candidates must apply offline by post only. The application steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Ensure registration on the relevant portal (NATS for Diploma/Graduate or Apprenticeship India for ITI).
- Step 2: Download and fill the prescribed application form from the official notification.
- Step 3: Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents (educational certificates, mark sheets, registration proof, etc.).
- Step 4: Send the duly filled application form along with documents by post to the following address so as to reach on or before 21 August 2026:
Director SSPL,
Kind Attention: HRD, SSPL, DRDO
Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
41 ITI Apprentice posts + Diploma & Graduate Apprentice seats as per laboratory requirement (number may vary).
As per the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961 and rules framed thereunder.
As per rules (applicable under the Apprentices Act).
Shortlisting of applications followed by verification of credentials and documents. Selected candidates will execute a 12-month Apprenticeship Contract.
Nil (No application fee).
Notification Date: 30 July 2026 | Last Date for Receipt of Application: 21 August 2026.