Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Avadi, Chennai, under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released the CVRDE ITI Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 notification for 93 ITI Apprentice Trainee posts across 18 trades.
Eligible candidates can attend the Walk-In Interview on 08 September 2026 or 09 September 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Candidates must complete mandatory registration on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal before attending the walk-in.
Important: This is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and does not guarantee regular employment after completion of training.
Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | CVRDE, DRDO, Ministry of Defence |
| Post Names | ITI Apprentice Trainee – 18 Trades |
| Total Posts | 93 |
| Age Limit | 18–27 Years (UR), 30 OBC, 32 SC/ST, 37 PwD |
| Qualification | ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT |
| Application Fee | No Fee |
| Application Mode | Walk-In Interview |
| Salary / Stipend | ₹10,560 – ₹11,040 per month |
| Experience | No work experience required; ITI qualification and recent passing year are important |
| Eligibility | ITI passed candidates who meet trade, age and passing-year requirements |
| Training Location | CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Walk-In Interview Starts | 08 September 2026 |
| Walk-In Interview Last Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Walk-In Time | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Qualifying Result Cut-Off | 30 August 2026 |
Vacancy Details
CVRDE has announced 93 indicative vacancies across 18 ITI trades:
- COPA – 13 Posts
- Draughtsman (Mechanical) – 10 Posts
- Electrician – 12 Posts
- Fitter – 10 Posts
- Mechanic Motor Vehicle – 8 Posts
- Machinist – 5 Posts
- Painter – 1 Post
- Plumber – 3 Posts
- Turner – 5 Posts
- Welder – 5 Posts
- Electronics Mechanic – 6 Posts
- Sheet Metal Worker – 1 Post
- Computer Networking Technician – 1 Post
- Computer & Peripherals Hardware Repair & Maintenance Mechanic – 1 Post
- Photographer – 4 Posts
- Book Binder – 2 Posts
- CAD-CAM Operator Cum Programmer – 3 Posts
- Food Production (General) – 3 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed ITI from a recognized NCVT/SCVT institute in the relevant trade. Candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age is 27 years for UR candidates, with applicable relaxation for OBC, SC/ST and PwD candidates.
Experience Important
No separate work experience is required for these apprentice posts. However, candidates must possess the prescribed ITI qualification in the relevant trade, and the qualifying examination must have been passed within the prescribed period. Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise eligibility in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Shortlisting based on ITI qualifying examination marks.
- Walk-In Interview.
- Document Verification.
- Selected candidates may receive the joining letter at CVRDE, Avadi.
Apprenticeship training will be governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules. Completion of training does not provide any guarantee of regular employment.
How to Apply for DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2026
Candidates do not need to submit a separate online application form for this recruitment.
- Complete mandatory registration on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal.
- Note down the registration number.
- Attend the Walk-In Interview at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600054 on 08 or 09 September 2026 between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
- Carry original documents and photocopies for verification.
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on ITI marks and interviewed at the venue.
Official Apply / Registration Link
Candidates must complete their mandatory apprenticeship registration before attending the walk-in.
NCVT/SCVT MIS Portal Registration
Details PDF
For complete trade-wise eligibility, documents, age relaxation, selection procedure and walk-in instructions, candidates should read the official CVRDE Recruitment 2026 notification carefully.
DRDO CVRDE Official Recruitment Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply / Registration | NCVT/SCVT MIS Portal |
| Details PDF | CVRDE Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Official Website | DRDO Official Website |
About CVRDE / DRDO
Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE) is a DRDO laboratory under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Located at Avadi, Chennai, CVRDE is involved in research and development related to combat vehicles and defence technologies. This apprenticeship opportunity provides eligible ITI candidates an opportunity to undergo practical training in a government defence research establishment.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in CVRDE Recruitment 2026?
There are 93 indicative ITI Apprentice Trainee vacancies across 18 trades.
Q2. What is the qualification for CVRDE Apprentice Recruitment?
Candidates must possess ITI qualification in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
Q3. Is work experience required?
No separate work experience is required. However, the prescribed ITI qualification and qualifying-year conditions are mandatory.
Q4. When is the CVRDE Walk-In Interview?
The walk-in interview will be conducted on 08 and 09 September 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Q5. Where will the apprenticeship training be conducted?
The training location is CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Q6. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is specified for this recruitment.
Q7. Is this a regular government job?
No. It is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and there is no guarantee of regular employment after training.