DRDO PXE Chandipur Apprentice 2026 — 50 Graduate (B.Tech) & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Seats | Apply Offline by 12 October
DRDO's Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, Odisha, is engaging 50 Graduate Apprentices (B.Tech) and Technician Apprentices (Diploma) for one year of training with a stipend of ₹12,300 and ₹10,900 per month. Candidates who passed out in 2022–2026 and are registered on the NATS portal must send a typed application by post to reach PXE by 12 October 2026.
50
Total Posts
Stipend: ₹12,300/month (Graduate Apprentice), ₹10,900/month (Technician Apprentice), for 1 year
Salary
Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
Location
Timeline
23 Sept 2026
Advt. No. PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27
12 Oct 2026
Application must reach PXE, Chandipur by this date — post early
DRDO PXE Chandipur Apprentice 2026 Notification Released — 50 Seats
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About This Notification
The Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha, a DRDO laboratory for dynamic testing and evaluation of armament systems, released Advt. No. PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27 on 23 September 2026 for 50 apprenticeship seats under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Discipline-wise seats
Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) — ₹12,300/month: Electronics & Communication 4, Mechanical 4, Computer Science 5, Chemical 2
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) — ₹10,900/month: Civil 10, Computer Science 5, Electronics & Communication 5, Mechanical 8, Chemical 1, Electrical 2, Cinematography (as per notification)
Important
- This is for B.Tech and Diploma holders only — not for 10th + ITI candidates
- Only 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 pass-outs (regular mode) can apply
- NATS portal registration is mandatory
- Postgraduates, and anyone with one year or more of training/job experience after qualifying, are not eligible
- One-year training only — no right to regular employment in PXE or DRDO
- No accommodation, transport or travel allowance is provided
Key Details
Organization
Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), DRDO
Department
Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Exam Name
Engagement of Graduate & Technician Apprentices 2026-27 — Advt. No. PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27
Total Posts
50
Job Location
Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
Selection Process
Shortlisting on percentage of marks in essential qualification → Written Test / Interview at PXE, Chandipur → Joining letter by e-mail
Official Website
https://www.drdo.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Regular B.Tech (Graduate Apprentice) or regular Diploma (Technician Apprentice) in the advertised branch
Year of Passing
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 only
NATS Registration
Mandatory; applications without a valid NATS enrolment number are rejected
Not Eligible
10th + ITI candidates, postgraduates, and candidates with one year or more of training/job experience after qualification
Educational Qualification
- Graduate Apprentice: Regular B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Science & Engineering or Chemical Engineering
- Technician Apprentice: Regular Diploma in Civil, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Cinematography
- Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026
- Valid NATS portal registration/enrolment number
Age Limit
The advertisement sets no separate minimum or maximum age. Eligibility is based on year of passing (2022–2026) and NATS registration; age provisions under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Rules apply. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS as per the Apprenticeship Act and Rules.
Important Dates
Notification Released
23 Sept 2026
Advt. No. PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27
Application End
12 Oct 2026
Application must reach PXE, Chandipur by this date — post early
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Notification Released | 23 Sept 2026 | Advt. No. PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27 |
| NEXTApplication End | 12 Oct 2026 | Application must reach PXE, Chandipur by this date — post early |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 50
Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) — ECE 4, Mechanical 4, CSE 5, Chemical 2
15Pay Scale: Stipend ₹12,300/month
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) — Civil 10, CS 5, ECE 5, Mechanical 8, Chemical 1, Electrical 2, Cinematography
35Pay Scale: Stipend ₹10,900/month
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) — ECE 4, Mechanical 4, CSE 5, Chemical 2 | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Stipend ₹12,300/month |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) — Civil 10, CS 5, ECE 5, Mechanical 8, Chemical 1, Electrical 2, Cinematography | 35 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Stipend ₹10,900/month |
| Total | 50 |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online (Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card)
No application fee
Shortlisting — Exam Pattern
Percentage of marks in essential qualification
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of marks in essential qualification | — | — | — | No | online |
Written Test / Interview — Exam Pattern
Held at PXE, Chandipur
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Held at PXE, Chandipur | — | — | — | No | offline |
No TA/DA for attending
Step 1: Register on the NATS Portal
Register on nats.education.gov.in and note your enrolment number — it is required on the form.
Step 2: Download and Type the Form
Download the application form from drdo.gov.in and fill it by typing only.
Step 3: Attach Documents
Attach photocopies of your B.Tech/Diploma mark sheets and reservation certificate (if applicable).
Step 4: Post It to Reach by 12 October
Send by Speed Post/Registered Post to: The Director, Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Defence R&D Organisation, PO- Chandipur, Dist- Balasore, Odisha – 756025 (Kind Attn. OIC, HRDC).
Latest Updates
23 Sept
2026
🔔 DRDO PXE Chandipur Apprentice 2026 Notification Released — 50 Seats
Graduate (B.Tech) and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices; typed applications must reach PXE by 12 October 2026.
Download NotificationDRDO PXE Apprentice 2026 — Key Highlights
- Seats: 50 (Graduate 15 + Technician 35)
- Stipend: ₹12,300 (B.Tech), ₹10,900 (Diploma) per month, 1 year
- Eligible: 2022–2026 B.Tech/Diploma pass-outs with NATS registration
- Not eligible: 10th + ITI, postgraduates
- Apply: Offline, typed form by post, reaching by 12 October 2026
- Selection: Marks-based shortlist → Written Test/Interview
- No fee
