Welcome to Sarkari Naukri. The official notification for DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out has been announced. Below you will find comprehensive coverage of the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and direct official application channels.
Quick Answer: ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 is an engagement drive by the Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO, for one-year apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act 1961. It covers Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) and Technician Apprentice (Diploma) categories across engineering, science, and commerce disciplines, with applications to be sent by email before 26 July 2026.
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO
- Post Name: Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) and Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
- Total Vacancies: 41 (30 Graduate Apprentice + 11 Technician Apprentice)
- Apply Mode: Offline (via email, application form attached with notification)
- Start Date: Not Announced Yet
- Last Date: 26 July 2026
- Qualification: BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com/BLIS (Graduate Apprentice); Diploma in Engineering/Computer Science (Technician Apprentice)
- Age Limit: Not Announced Yet
Notification PDF and Official Website
Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification and application form carefully before applying.
- Official Notification: Advt. No. ACEM/HRD/APPRENTICESHIP/2026-27, dated 01 July 2026
- Contact Email: [email protected]
- NATS 2.0 Registration Portal: nats.education.gov.in
ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Overview
| Organization Name | Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO |
|---|---|
| Advertisement/Notification Number | ACEM/HRD/APPRENTICESHIP/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream), Technician Apprentice (Diploma) |
| Total Vacancies | 41 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship (one-year training, under Apprentices Act 1961) |
| Application Mode | Offline (via email) |
| Start Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Official Website | Not Announced Yet (applications via [email protected]) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Application Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Correction Window | Not Announced Yet |
| Exam Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Admit Card Release Date | Not Announced Yet |
| Result Date | Not Announced Yet |
ACEM Apprentice Vacancy Details
Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) – Stipend ₹12,300/-
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology | 05 |
| Mechanical Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering | 05 |
| Aerospace Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering | 02 |
| Computer Science Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Computer & Information Science/Computer Engineering/B.Sc in Computer Science | 02 |
| Electrical Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering | 03 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 03 |
| Chemistry Apprentice | B.Sc. Chemistry | 03 |
| Physics Apprentice | B.Sc. Physics | 02 |
| Commerce Apprentice | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | 04 |
| Library Science Apprentice | BLIS (Library Science) | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | – | 30 |
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Stipend ₹10,900/-
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 04 |
| Chemical Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Chemical Engineering | 02 |
| Electrical Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 02 |
| Electronics Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Electronics Engineering | 02 |
| Computer Science Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Science & Information Technology/Web Designing | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | – | 11 |
Reservation Slots (as per Apprentices Act policy)
| Category | SC | ST | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slots | 02 | 02 | 11 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
The notification does not specify a separate nationality clause; however, candidates applying under SC/ST/OBC-Non-Creamy Layer categories must produce caste certificates in the prescribed format issued by a competent authority.
Educational Qualification
Refer to the Vacancy Details tables above for post-wise essential qualification. In addition to the qualification, the following conditions apply to all applicants:
- Only fresh pass-out candidates who completed their respective courses in 2024, 2025, or 2026 can apply.
- Graduate/Diploma degree holders who have training or job experience of one year or more after attaining the essential qualification are NOT eligible to be engaged as an apprentice under the Apprentices Act.
- Candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal (nats.education.gov.in).
Age Limit
- Age limit is Not Announced Yet in the official notification.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Not Announced Yet |
| Technician Apprentice | Not Announced Yet |
Age Relaxation
Not Announced Yet.
Stipend / Pay Details
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) | ₹12,300/- |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900/- |
Application Fee
Not Announced Yet. The official notification does not mention any application fee for ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27.
Selection Process
- The selection procedure will be decided by the Apprentice Selection Committee on the basis of merit/interview.
- Only selected candidates will be informed through an offer letter.
Required Documents
- Duly filled (typed) Application Form with recent passport-size photograph affixed and signed
- NATS 2.0 Registration/Enrollment Number
- Aadhar Card of the candidate
- Educational qualification documents (Diploma/Degree onwards, in chronological order)
- University/College CGPA to Percentage conversion formula document (compulsory attachment)
- Caste Certificate in prescribed format (for SC/ST/OBC-Non-Creamy Layer candidates)
- Medical Fitness Certificate and Police Verification Certificate (to be submitted at the time of joining, if selected)
How to Apply
- Download and fill the Application Form (enclosed with the official notification) by typing.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and sign the application form.
- Attach all essential supporting documents/certificates, including the CGPA to Percentage conversion formula document.
- Combine the filled application form and all documents into a single PDF file.
- Register on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in) before applying.
- Send the scanned single PDF via email only to [email protected].
- Ensure the application reaches on or before 26 July 2026. Do not send any hard copy.
Important Instructions
- All correspondence with candidates will be done through electronic mode only; no hard copy of application should be sent.
- Responsibility for downloading and printing any letter lies with the candidate. ACEM will not be responsible for loss of email due to an invalid/wrong email ID or delivery to spam/bulk folders.
- Only fresh pass-outs of 2024, 2025, and 2026 are eligible; candidates with one year or more of training/job experience after qualification are not eligible.
- Selected candidates must execute a one-year training contract as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- Selected candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate and Police Verification Certificate at the time of joining.
- No quarters, hostel accommodation, or transportation will be provided to apprentices during the training period.
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification at any stage of the selection process.
- Any canvassing or personal follow-up intended to influence the selection process will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
- ACEM is not obligated to offer employment to any apprentice after completion of the apprenticeship training.
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
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