DRDO DIBT, Mysuru has announced 6 Graduate Apprentice seats for 2026–27. Selected candidates will receive a ₹12,300 monthly stipend.
The programme lasts 12 months and requires NATS registration. This is an apprenticeship opportunity, not a permanent DRDO job.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Institute | Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT) |
| Location | Mysuru, Karnataka |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Advertisement No. | DIBT/HRD/APPR/2026-27 |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹12,300 |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | NATS Registration + Offline Application |
| Application Submission | By Post |
| Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Job Category | Central Government Apprenticeship |
| Status | Open |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 4 August 2026 |
| DRDO Vacancy Listing Published | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Submission | Started |
| Last Date to Reach DIBT | 15 September 2026 |
| Training Period | 12 Months |
Vacancy Details
DIBT has notified 6 Graduate Apprentice seats under the 2026–27 training programme. The notification lists the following eligible disciplines:
| Qualification | Eligible Discipline |
| B.Sc | Microbiology |
| B.Sc | Microbiology |
| B.Sc | Microbiology |
| B.Sc | Food Science & Technology |
| B.Sc | Life Sciences |
| B.E./B.Tech | Polymer Science |
| Total Seats | 6 |
The official notification places the 6 vacancies under the Graduate Apprentice category covering the above disciplines. It also states that the number of apprenticeship seats may be increased or decreased depending on the institute’s requirements.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a full-time regular degree with First Division from a recognised university/institute.
.B.Sc.: Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Food Science & Technology or Life Sciences
.B.E./B.Tech: Polymer Science
.Passing Year: 2022 to 2026
.NATS Registration: Mandatory before applying
Important: The required degree must be completed through a regular course. Candidates who passed before 2022 are not eligible.
Age Limit:
The notification does not specify a separate age limit or age relaxation for this apprenticeship. Candidates should follow the conditions mentioned in the official DIBT notification.
Stipend:-
Selected Graduate Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of:
.₹12,300 per month
Training Duration
The apprenticeship will continue for 12 months.
The training period starts after the selected candidate executes the required Apprenticeship Contract under the Apprentices Act and applicable rules.
Selection Process
The notification does not mention any written exam or interview. Selection will be based on eligibility and document verification, followed by the apprenticeship offer and contract.
Application → Document Verification → Selection → Apprenticeship Training
Selected candidates will receive further communication through their registered email ID.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
How to Apply
The application process includes NATS registration and postal submission.
1Register on the NATS portal.
2.Fill out the DIBT Apprentice application form.
3.Attach self-attested required documents.
4.Check all details carefully.
5.Send the application by post to DIBT, Mysuru.
6.Ensure it reaches by 15 September 2026.
Important: NATS registration alone is not enough; the completed application must also reach DIBT by the last date.
Postal Address
Centre Head
Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT)
DRDO, Siddarthanagar
Mysuru – 570011
Kind Attention: HRD
Documents Required
.NATS registration details/profile
B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech marksheets
.Degree certificate or provisional certificate
.10th certificate for date-of-birth/educational records
.Relevant qualification proof
.Category certificate, if required
.Other relevant documents required for verification
.Self-attested photocopies of the documents
Is This a Permanent DRDO Job?
No. This is a 12-month Graduate Apprenticeship at DIBT, Mysuru. It provides practical experience and a ₹12,300 monthly stipend, but does not guarantee a permanent DRDO job after training.
Important Links
| particular | link |
| DRDO Official Website | Click here |
| DRDO Official Vacancy Page | Click here |
| NATS Official Portal | Click here |
| DIBT Graduate Apprentice Official Notification | Click here |
Important Note
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For this recruitment, the official DIBT/DRDO advertisement is the final authority. Candidates should read the notification carefully before sending their application. If DRDO/DIBT later changes the number of seats, eligibility conditions or application procedure, candidates should follow the latest official notice.