DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online, 41 Vacancies, Last Date 26 July 2026

Introduction - DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Nasik, invites applications for one-year Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act 1961. This recruitment offers opportunities for Graduate and Technician Apprentices across engineering, science, commerce, and library disciplines.

A total of 41 vacancies are available with stipends ranging from ₹10,900 to ₹12,300 per month. Eligible candidates from 2024–2026 batches can apply online via email before 26 July 2026. Selection will be based on merit and/or interview.

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Eligibility Criteria - DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Documents Required - DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Filled Application Form: Complete the prescribed application form by typing, affix a recent passport-size photograph, and sign it before submission.
• Educational Certificates: Self-attested copies of 10th, 12th, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification certificates to verify academic eligibility.
• Caste Certificate (if applicable): Valid caste certificate issued by a competent authority for SC/ST/OBC candidates in the prescribed format.
• CGPA-to-Percentage Conversion Formula: Official document from the university/college showing the conversion formula used for calculating percentage from CGPA.
• Medical Fitness Certificate: Certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner confirming the candidate’s fitness for apprenticeship training.
• Police Verification Certificate: Certificate from the local police station verifying the candidate’s background and character, mandatory at the time of joining.

How to Apply - DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Step 1: Register yourself on the NATS 2.0 portal and obtain a valid registration/enrollment number.
2. Step 2: Download and fill the application form carefully, ensuring all details are accurate. Affix a recent passport-size photograph and sign the form.
3. Step 3: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents along with the CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula in a single PDF file.
4. Step 4: Send the scanned application form and documents via email only to apprentice.acem@gov.in. Ensure the PDF is properly formatted and readable.
5. Step 5: Note that hard copy submissions are not accepted. All correspondence will be done electronically via email.

Selection Procedure - DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Merit-Based Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on marks obtained in their qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma).
• Interview (if applicable): The Apprentice Selection Committee may conduct interviews to finalize candidates.
• Offer Letters: Only selected candidates will receive official offer letters through email. No physical communication will be sent.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents, medical fitness certificate, and police verification certificate at the time of joining.
• Final Selection: Based on eligibility, merit, and successful verification, candidates will be engaged for one-year apprenticeship training.