The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM) under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has opened applications for Apprenticeship Training for the financial year 2025-26. This is a valuable opportunity for engineering graduates, diploma holders, and degree holders in general streams to gain practical experience at a premier government R&D facility.
ACEM offers one-year apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act 1961 (as amended). The available positions are divided into two categories:
| Qualification Required | Discipline | Vacancies | Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E/B.Tech | Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology | 5 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.E/B.Tech | Mechanical Engineering | 5 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.E/B.Tech | Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering | 2 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.E/B.Tech or B.Sc | Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Computer & Information Science | 2 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.E/B.Tech | Electrical / Electrical & Instrumentation | 3 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.E/B.Tech | Electronics & Telecommunication | 3 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.Sc | Chemistry | 3 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.Sc | Physics | 2 | ₹12,000/month |
| B.Com | Commerce | 4 | ₹12,000/month |
| BLIS | Library Science | 1 | ₹12,000/month |
Total Graduate Apprentice Vacancies: 30
| Qualification Required | Discipline | Vacancies | Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | Mechanical Engineering | 4 | ₹10,000/month |
| Diploma | Chemical Engineering | 2 | ₹10,000/month |
| Diploma | Electrical Engineering | 2 | ₹10,000/month |
| Diploma | Electronics Engineering | 2 | ₹10,000/month |
| Diploma | Computer Science / IT / Web Designing | 1 | ₹10,000/month |
Total Technician Apprentice Vacancies: 11
As per government norms:
Applicants claiming reservation must submit a valid caste certificate issued by the competent authority.
No other allowances, accommodations, or transport facilities will be provided.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply | 15th June 2025 |
| Shortlisting / Communication | To be notified via Email |
Note: No hard copy submission is required. All communication will be done via email.
All applicants must register on the NATS 2.0 portal (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme):
https://nats.education.gov.in
Format: Scan all documents into a single PDF file.
Make sure your email subject is appropriate and your attachments are correctly formatted.
In addition to the email, it is mandatory to fill out the Google form and upload the same set of documents.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHBK0nV9IrLUGANSdqEVuxzv4n73-kOYHmErM0NkuqkrIkEg/viewform
Q: Is there any fee to apply?
No. The application process is completely free.
Q: Can final-year students apply?
No. Only those who have passed in 2024 or 2025 are eligible.
Q: Will I get a job after training?
No. This is a non-employment training program.
Q: Can I apply for multiple trades?
Apply for one discipline only that matches your qualification.
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