Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM) , a state-of-the-art composite propellant processing facility of Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) , Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, invites applications for engagement of Graduate Apprentices (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) and Technician Apprentices (Diploma) for the year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The training is for a period of one year. Interested and eligible candidates can apply by sending the scanned application form along with required documents via email to apprentice.acem@gov.in. The last date for receipt of applications is 26 July 2026.

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO
Parent Organization	Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
Training Type	Apprenticeship (One Year)
Total Vacancies	41+ (Graduate: 30, Technician: 11)
Application Mode	Email (Scanned PDF)
Job Location	Nasik, Maharashtra
Category	Defence / DRDO
Last Date for Receipt of Application	26 July 2026
Email for Submission	apprentice.acem@gov.in
Official Website	NATS 2.0 Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Last Date for Receipt of Application	26 July 2026

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	No Application Fee

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Criteria	Requirement
Passing Year	Fresh pass-out candidates passing their respective courses in 2024, 2025 & 2026 only
Experience	Candidates who have training or job experience for a period of one year or more after attaining the essential qualification will NOT be eligible
Registration	Candidates must register on NATS 2.0 Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) before applying

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Graduate Apprentices (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) – 30 Vacancies

Discipline	Vacancies	Stipend (Rs.)
B.E / B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology	05	₹12,300/-
B.E / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering	05	₹12,300/-
B.E / B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering	02	₹12,300/-
B.E / B.Tech in Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering / B.Sc in Computer Science	02	₹12,300/-
B.E / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering	03	₹12,300/-
B.E / B.Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering	03	₹12,300/-
B.Sc Chemistry	03	₹12,300/-
B.Sc Physics	02	₹12,300/-
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)	04	₹12,300/-
BLIS (Library Science)	01	₹12,300/-
Total	30

Technician Apprentices (Diploma) – 11 Vacancies

Discipline	Vacancies	Stipend (Rs.)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering	04	₹10,900/-
Diploma in Chemical Engineering	02	₹10,900/-
Diploma in Electrical Engineering	02	₹10,900/-
Diploma in Electronics Engineering	02	₹10,900/-
Diploma in Computer Science / Computer Science & Information Technology / Web Designing	01	₹10,900/-
Total	11

Reservation (Slots as per Reservation Policy)

Category	SC	ST	OBC	Total
Slots	02	02	11	15

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Salary Details

Category	Stipend
Graduate Apprentices (BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com/BLIS)	₹12,300/- per month
Technician Apprentices (Diploma)	₹10,900/- per month

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

Follow These Steps:

Step 1 – NATS 2.0 Registration:

1. Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
2. Complete the registration process and note down your Registration/Enrollment Number.

Step 2 – Prepare Application:

1. Download the application form from the ACEM/DRDO website or use the format provided in the advertisement.
2. Fill the application form by typing (not handwritten).
3. Affix a passport size photograph and sign in the application form.

Step 3 – Attach Documents:

• Educational Qualification Certificates (Diploma/Degree onwards)
• Mark Sheets (all semesters/years)
• CGPA to Percentage Conversion Formula document (issued by University/College)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card copy
• Any other relevant documents

Step 4 – Email Submission:

• Scan the filled application form along with all documents into a single PDF file.
• Send the PDF via email to: apprentice.acem@gov.in
• Last Date: 26 July 2026

Note: No hard copy of the application is required. All correspondence will be done through electronic mode only.

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

Stage	Details
1	NATS 2.0 Registration (mandatory)
2	Email Submission – Send scanned application form with documents to apprentice.acem@gov.in
3	Screening – Based on eligibility criteria
4	Merit/Interview – Selection procedure decided by Apprentice Selection Committee
5	Offer Letter – Only selected candidates will be informed

Note: Reservation will be applied as per the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1992.

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

S.No.	Instruction
1	Candidates must register on NATS 2.0 Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) before applying.
2	Only fresh pass-out candidates of 2024, 2025 & 2026 can apply.
3	Candidates with one year or more training/job experience after essential qualification are NOT eligible.
4	No hard copy of application is required. Only email submission is accepted.
5	ACEM will not be responsible for any loss of email due to invalid/wrong email ID or spam/bulk mail folder.
6	Selected candidates must submit Medical Fitness Certificate and Police Verification Certificate at the time of joining.
7	Selected candidates must execute a contract for one year of training as per Apprentices Act, 1961.
8	No quarters/hostel accommodation/transportation will be provided during training.
9	Any canvassing or personal follow-up will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
10	ACEM reserves the right to withdraw/cancel the advertisement/selection process without assigning any reason.
11	Engagement as apprentice does not confer any right for employment in DRDO/ACEM after completion of training.

DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– Documents Required

• Filled Application Form (typed) with photograph and signature
• NATS 2.0 Registration/Enrollment Number
• Educational Qualification Certificates (Diploma/Degree onwards)
• Mark Sheets (all semesters/years)
• CGPA to Percentage Conversion Formula document
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
• Aadhaar Card copy
• Email ID & Mobile Number (valid & active)

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DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for DRDO ACEM Apprenticeship 2026?

The last date for receipt of applications by email is 26 July 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

41 vacancies – Graduate Apprentices (30) + Technician Apprentices (11).

Q3. What is the stipend for Graduate Apprentices?

₹12,300/- per month.

Q4. What is the stipend for Technician Apprentices?

₹10,900/- per month.

**Q5. What is the duration of apprenticeship training?

One year as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Q6. Who is eligible to apply?

Fresh pass-out candidates of 2024, 2025 & 2026 only.

Q7. Do I need to register on any portal?

Yes, candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in).

Q8. Can candidates with work experience apply?

No. Candidates with one year or more training/job experience after essential qualification are not eligible.

Q9. How to apply?

Fill the application form, scan it along with documents into a single PDF, and send it via email to apprentice.acem@gov.in.

Q10. Will accommodation be provided?

No. No quarters/hostel accommodation/transportation will be provided.

Q11. Will I get a job in DRDO after completion of apprenticeship?

No. Engagement as apprentice does not confer any right for employment in DRDO.

Q12. What is the selection process?

Selection will be based on merit / interview as decided by the Apprentice Selection Committee.