Latest Updates on ACEM DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has officially published the ACEM DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification. Eligible graduates and diploma holders can now apply for the one-year apprenticeship training program in Nasik. For the most reliable updates on defense and government jobs, stay connected with JobArea.in.
Overview of ACEM DRDO Vacancies
Check the summary of the ongoing defense training recruitment drive below.
| Organization Name | Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 41 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (Via Email) |
Important Dates and Application Schedule
Aspirants planning to participate in the ACEM DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must note the critical application deadlines to ensure timely submission.
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Date | July 1, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | July 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 26, 2026 |
| Interview Date | To Be Announced |
Eligibility Criteria and Stipend Details
Verify that you meet the mandatory academic qualifications required for the ACEM DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 before submitting your details.
| Criteria | Details |
| Educational Qualification | B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Com / BLIS or Diploma in relevant disciplines. |
| Batch Eligibility | Only 2024, 2025, and 2026 pass-outs are eligible to apply. |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 10,900 to Rs. 12,300/- per month. |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee. |
- Candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal before applying.
- Those with more than one year of prior job or training experience are strictly not eligible.
- Selection will be based strictly on merit and a subsequent personal interview.
How to Apply for ACEM DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can seamlessly submit their applications by following the official steps detailed below.
- Visit the official DRDO website directly at drdo.gov.in and download the notification.
- Register your profile on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal.
- Fill out the prescribed application form clearly with your personal and educational records.
- Attach self-attested scanned PDF copies of your degree, mark sheets, and a recent photograph.
- Draft an email with the complete application package and your NATS registration number.
- Send it to the official email address (apprentice.acem@gov.in) before the final closing date.