The DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Notification has been officially released by the Ministry of Defence, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), Avadi, Chennai, under Advertisement No. CVRDE/ADMIN/2025. As per the official advertisement, this recruitment drive seeks to fill 90 vacancies for ITI Apprentice Trainee posts.
DRDO CVRDE released notification for 90 ITI Apprentice posts. Apply for DRDO CVRDE Recruitment offline within 21 days. Selection based on ITI marks and interview. No job guarantee.
The offline application process is currently active, and the last date to apply is 21 days from the date of publication in the Employment News.
DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Notification 2025
The DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Notification 2025 has been released inviting offline applications for 90 ITI Apprentice vacancies in multiple trades. These apprenticeships will be governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961, and selected candidates will undergo one year of training at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai. No employment is guaranteed post training.
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DRDO CVRDE Recruitment Vacancy Details
The total number of ITI Apprentice vacancies is 90 across the following trades:
| Trade | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 11 |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 10 |
| Electrician | 12 |
| Fitter | 10 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 08 |
| Machinist | 05 |
| Painter | 01 |
| Plumber | 03 |
| Turner | 05 |
| Welder | 05 |
| Electronics | 06 |
| Sheet Metal | 01 |
| Computer Networking Technician | 01 |
| Computer & Peripherals Hardware Repair & Maintenance | 01 |
| Photography | 04 |
| Book Binding | 04 |
| CAD | 03 |
Note: Vacancies are indicative and subject to change. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS categories is applicable as per rules.
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DRDO CVRDE Application Form 2025
Candidates must fill the application form as per Annexure-I provided in the notification and send it along with required documents by post to:
The Director, Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Avadi, Chennai – 600054
Superscribe the envelope with: “Application for ITI Apprenticeship – 2025”
Steps to Apply for DRDO CVRDE Recruitment
Step-by-step guidelines:
Download the application form from the official notification.
Fill out the application form carefully.
Attach self-attested copies of:
- 10th/12th marksheet and certificate
- ITI marksheets and NCVT certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
Send the filled application with enclosures to the given postal address.
Keep a signed printout and originals ready for verification.
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Pre-Requisites for Application Form
| Requirement Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Recent passport-size photograph |
| ID Proof | Aadhaar Card |
| Certificates | 10th/12th, ITI Mark Sheets, NCVT Certificate |
| Caste Certificate | If applicable |
| Email & Mobile Number | Active & clearly mentioned in form |
| NCVT MIS Registration | Mandatory – ncvtmis.gov.in |
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DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting based on ITI marks
- Screening Test / Interview conducted at CVRDE, Chennai
- Intimation will be sent via registered email/SMS
Note: Candidates who have already undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship are not eligible.
DRDO CVRDE Apprentice Training & Stipend
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| COPA, Painter, Plumber, Welder, etc. | ₹7,700/- |
| Other trades (two-year ITI courses) | ₹8,050/- |
- Duration: One year (non-extendable)
- No other allowances, quarters, or hostel facilities provided.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025) | UR: 18-27 yrs, OBC: 30 yrs, SC/ST: 32 yrs, PWD: 37 yrs |
| Year of Passing ITI | Only 2022, 2023, 2024 pass-outs eligible |
| Minimum Qualification | ITI (NCVT) with 2-year duration (except a few trades) |
| Work Experience | Should be less than 1 year |
| Degree/Diploma Holders | Not eligible |