The DRDO NSTL – Naval Science & Technological Laboratory has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. NSTL/APPRENTICESHIP/01/2026) to fill 42 B.Tech / B.E., (Graduate Apprentice), Diploma (Technician Apprentice), ITI (Technician Vocational Apprentice) vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this DRDO NSTL – Naval Science & Technological Laboratory i.e. https://drdo.gov.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 02.05.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 16.05.2026.
Eligible candidates with qualifications ITI, Diploma, B.E/B.Tech can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Visakhapatnam. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
DRDO NSTL Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: NSTL – Naval Science and Technological Laboratory |
| Notification No: NSTL/APPRENTICESHIP/01/2026 |
| Employment Type: Apprentice Training |
| Duration: One Year |
| Total No of Vacancies: 42 B.Tech / B.E., (Graduate Apprentice), Diploma (Technician Apprentice), ITI (Technician Vocational Apprentice) Posts |
| Place of Posting: Visakhapatnam |
| Starting Date: 02.05.2026 |
| Last Date: 16.05.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://drdo.gov.in/ |
Current DRDO NSTL Job Openings:
- B.Tech / B.E., (Graduate Apprentice) –
- Mechanical Engg.
- Computer Science Engg.
- Electronics & Communication Engg. (ECE)
- Electrical & Electronics Engg. (EEE)
- Diploma (Technician Apprentice) –
- Computer Science Engg.
- EEE
- Mechanical Engg.
- Electronics & Instrumentation
- DCCP
- ITI (Technician Vocational Apprentice) –
- Photographer / Digital Photographer
- Electrician
- Electronics
- Fitter
- Diesel / Motor Mechanic
- Computer Operator and Programming Asst (COPA)
- Stenographer and Secretarial Asst
DRDO NSTL Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for DRDO NSTL:
- Candidates having Graduation/Diploma/ITI (passed during the years 2023, 2024 and 2025) only Eligible to Apply
Age Limit for DRDO NSTL: (As on 16.05.2026)
- Should not be less than 18 years
Stipend for DRDO NSTL:
- B.Tech / B.E., (Graduate Apprentice) – As per Govt. Norms
- Diploma (Technician Apprentice) – As per Govt. Norms
- ITI (Technician Vocational Apprentice) – As per Govt. Norms
Method of Selection for DRDO NSTL:
- Academic Merit/Written Test/Interview
How to Submit an Application:
- Applications shall be accepted in online mode only i.e., through NATS and NAPS Portal.
- Registration of B.E,/B.Tech/Diploma Candidates on www.nats.education.gov.in i.e, NATS 2.0 and ITI Candidates on www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in is mandatory
- Candidates registered in the respective portals are required to submit their scanned copy of application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-A) to email id: ad**************@*ov.in
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 02.05.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 16.05.2026
