Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) under the aegis of Defence Research & development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence is inviting applications from the candidates to the posts of apprentices. Eligible and interested candidates should read the notification thoroughly before applying to the posts. Candidates who are passed outs of 2021 to 2025 batch are only eligible to apply.
About GTRE:
Gas Turbine Research Centre (GTRC) took its birth at No.4 BRD Air Force Station, Kanpur in 1959 with 8 Engineers/Scientists and about 20 Technicians. First indigenously developed centrifugal type gas turbine engine of 1000 kg thrust was tested in 1961. GTRC was moved to Bangalore, brought under the banner of DRDO, and was re-named as Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) in November 1961.
DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Name of the Post | No. of Posts |
| 1. | Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Engineering) | 75 |
| 2. | Graduate Apprentice Trainees (Non-Engineering) | 30 |
| 3. | Diploma Apprentice Trainees | 20 |
| 4. | ITI Apprentice Trainees | 25 |
| Total Posts | 150 |
Age limit for DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025
- Candidates age should be in between 18 to 27 years as on 08-05-2025
- Age is relaxable for reserved category candidates.
Educational Qualification for DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025
Enrollment under apprentice Act 1961: It is mandatory for candidates to enroll themselves on National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal (http://portal.mhrdnats.gov.in) and www.apprenticeshipindia.org before applying for apprenticeship training.
| Name of the Post | Educational Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentices | Candidates should possess BE/ B.Tech in the relevant disciplines from a recognized University/ Institute. |
| Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering) | Candidates must possess B.A/ B.Sc/ B.Com/ BBA/ BCA from a recognized University/ institute. |
| Diploma Apprentices | Candidates should possess Diploma in the relevant disciplines from a recognized University/ Institute. |
| ITI Apprentices | Candidates must possess a certificate in vocational Course involving two years of study approved by AICTE. |
Pay Scale for DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025
| Name of the Post | Stipend |
| Graduate Apprentices | Rs. 9,000/- PM |
| Diploma Apprentices | Rs. 8,000/- PM |
| ITI Apprentices | Rs. 7,000/- PM |
Selection Procedure
Selection of the candidates will be on based on their performance in the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted to interview based on their merit. Offer letter will be informed only to selected candidates through email.
Application Fee for DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025
No application fee need to pay for this posts.
How to Apply?
- Candidates must apply through online mode via https://www.drdo.gov.in/
- Click on online application form
- Fill all the details correctly at appropriate places
- Upload recent passport size photograph and necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee amount.
- Check all the details and submit the application form.
- Take a printout copy of application form.
Important Dates:
| Starting Date for Submission | 9th April 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission | 8th May 2025 |
Important Links:
| Detailed Notification |  |
| Application Form | |
| Official Website | |
FAQ’s for DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025
What is the Salary for DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025?
Apprentice posts will be paid according to apprenticeship rules. i.e 9000/- for Graduate apprentices and Rs. 8,000/- for Diploma Apprentices
What is the qualification required to apply for Graduate Apprentice posts in DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025?
BE/ B.Tech
What is the qualification required to apply for Diploma Apprentice posts in DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025?
Diploma
