DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Defence R&D Organisation - Proof & Experimental Establishment (DRDO PXE) has released new notification to fill the vacancies of 50 Apprentice Jobs, All interested and eligible candidates can use this job opportunity to apply for these posts before the last date of application. Candidates who have completed their Diploma, B.Tech can apply for the DRDO PXE Apprentice Notification 2026. The Selection Process for DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be Short Listing, Written test/Interview. The online application will start from 23.09.2026 and remain open till 12.10.2026 through the official website.
Check below education details, age limit, selection process, application fee, salary, and how to apply for DRDO PXE Apprentice Online Application Form 2026.
DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| DRDO PXE Eligibility & Vacancy 2026 details |
| Organization Name |
DRDO – Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur |
| Vacancy |
50 Apprentice Posts |
| Post name |
Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice |
| Starting date |
23.09.2026 |
| Ending date |
12.10.2026 |
| Qualification |
Diploma, B.Tech |
| Salary |
Rs. 10,900/- to Rs. 12,300/- Per Month |
| Job Location |
Chandipur |
| Apply Mode |
Offline |
| Official Website |
https://drdo.gov.in/ |
Vacancy details for DRDO PXE Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
No. of Posts |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electronics & Communication) |
04 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical) |
04 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Comp. Science) |
05 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) |
02 |
| Technician Apprentice (Civil) |
10 |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Science) |
05 |
| Technician Apprentice (Electronics & Communication) |
05 |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical) |
08 |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical) |
01 |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical) |
02 |
| Technician Apprentice (Cinematography) |
02 |
| Technician Apprentice (Automobile) |
02 |
| Total |
50 Posts |
Eligibility details for DRDO PXE Recruitment 2026
Qualification details for DRDO PXE Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) |
B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engg. / Mechanical Engg. / Comp. Science & Engg. / Chemical Engg. (Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) |
Diploma in Civil Engg. / Computer Science Engg. / Electronics & Communication Engg. / Mechanical Engg. / Chemical Engg. / Electrical Engg. / Cinematography Engg. / Automobile Engg. (Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) |
Age limits for DRDO PXE Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Age limit |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) |
As per DRDO Apprentice rules |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) |
As per DRDO Apprentice rules |
Salary details for DRDO PXE Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Salary Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) |
Rs. 12,300/- |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) |
Rs. 10,900/- |
DRDO PXE Recruitment 2026 Selection process
- Short Listing
- Written test/Interview
DRDO PXE Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
Nil |
| SC / ST / PwD |
Nil |
Important Dates for the DRDO PXE Notification 2026:
| Notification Published |
23.09.2026 |
| Application Start Date |
23.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
12.10.2026 |
Notification PDF and Application form, details
FAQs – DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification Details
Candidates must possess a B.Tech or Diploma in the respective discipline passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Age Limit
As per DRDO apprenticeship norms and rules.
How to Apply Online for DRDO PXE Apprentice 2026)
Download application form from www.drdo.gov.in, fill by typing only, and send via Speed/Registered Post to The Director, PXE, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha- 756025 by 12.10.2026.
