Defence Bioengineering & Electromedical Laboratory (DEBEL), DRDO, Bangalore has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Graduate Apprentice posts. There are 28 vacancies open across multiple disciplines for the financial year 2026-27.
Required qualification, experience, age limit and other post details are given in brief below, check all the details before applying for the mentioned positions —
Overview of DRDO DEBEL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Defence Bioengineering & Electromedical Laboratory (DEBEL), DRDO |
| Advt No. | DEBEL/HRD/Apprentice/2026-27/01 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| No. of Posts | 28 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Apprenticeship |
| Job Location | Bangalore |
| Application Mode | Online (NATS Portal) |
| Selection Process | Merit Basis and Interview (if required) |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, eligibility, stipend, and other details.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates
| Last Date of Application | 20 May 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Joining | 01 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details of DRDO DEBEL Recruitment 2026
| Discipline | Qualification | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BE/B.Tech | 7 |
| Electronics / ECE / E & I | BE/B.Tech | 6 |
| Computer Science / IT | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc | 3 |
| Chemical Engineering / Chemistry | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc | 4 |
| Bio-Medical Engineering | BE/B.Tech | 4 |
| Textile Engineering | BE/B.Tech | 1 |
| Library Science | B.Lib/B.L.I.Sc | 1 |
| Physics | B.Sc | 1 |
| Accounts | B.Com | 1 |
| Total | – | 28 |
Eligibility Criteria of DRDO DEBEL Apprentice Vacancies
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree in relevant discipline as mentioned above |
| Experience | Should not have work experience of one year or more |
| Apprenticeship Condition | Should not have undergone apprenticeship training elsewhere |
| Year of Passing | Candidates who passed in 2022 or later are eligible |
| Other Requirement | Must be enrolled and verified on NATS portal |
Stipend
Rs. 12,300/- per month
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected strictly on merit basis based on percentage of marks in graduation. Interaction or interview may be conducted if required. Shortlisted candidates will be informed regarding joining.
How to Apply
- Candidates must register on NATS portal www.mhrdnats.gov.in
- Ensure profile is verified by the regional board
- Apply through NATS portal using User ID: SKABNC000035
- Submit application before the last date
Official Notification
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