DRDO DESIDOC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 20 Vacancies Open for Library Science, Computer Science & Photography

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• Updated June 12, 2026 05:15 PM
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• Defence Scientific Information & Documentation Centre (DESIDOC), a unit of DRDO, has invited applications for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the financial year 2026–2027. A total of 20 vacancies (subject to increase or decrease) are available across three disciplines - Library & Information Science (16 seats), Computer Science (2 seats), and Photography/Videography (2 seats). Applications must be submitted within 21 days from the date the advertisement appears on the DRDO website.

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DRDO DESIDOC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy breakdown

• There are three disciplines open for apprenticeship engagement. Library & Information Science carries the largest share with 16 seats, while Computer Science and Photography/Videography each have 2 seats. The organisation reserves the right to revise these numbers without notice.
• * Numbers may increase or decrease per organisational requirements.

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Age limit

• The upper age limit is 28 years as on the date of written test/interview. Relaxation of five years is available for SC/ST candidates and three years for OBC candidates.

Application fee

• The notification does not mention any application fee. No fee details have been stated for any category.

How to apply

• Applications must be submitted physically - either by post or in person. All correspondence thereafter will be conducted exclusively by email, so providing a correct email address is critical.
• Register on the NATS portal at http://www.mhrdnats.gov.in or http://nats.education.gov.in and note your enrolment number.
• Download the application form from the DRDO website at www.drdo.gov.in (look in the "What's New" section).
• Fill in the form completely and attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
• SC/ST/OBC candidates must attach a valid caste certificate in the prescribed Central Government format.
• Superscribe the envelope with the name of the discipline applied for.
• Submit by post or by hand to: Director, Defence Scientific Information & Documentation Centre (DESIDOC), Metcalfe House, Civil Lines, Delhi – 110 054, within 21 days of the advertisement date.
• Downloading and printing the application form is the candidate's own responsibility. DESIDOC will not be responsible for any loss of email or application due to an incorrect email ID, spam filters, or other technical reasons.

Selection process

• Candidates will first be shortlisted on merit (percentage/marks in the essential qualification). Shortlisted candidates will then appear for a written test and/or interview. The selection mode may be modified based on organisational requirements. A Selection Board constituted by the Director, DESIDOC will scrutinise all applications and select candidates. Only selected candidates will be informed via offer letter or email.
• Shortlisted candidates must bring all original certificates at the time of document verification/interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.

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Q2. How many vacancies are available?

• A total of 20 seats are notified — 16 in Library & Information Science, 2 in Computer Science, and 2 in Photography/Videography. The number may increase or decrease based on organisational requirements.

Q3. What is the age limit for DESIDOC apprenticeship 2026?

• The upper age limit is 28 years as on the date of the written test/interview. SC/ST candidates get a relaxation of 5 years and OBC candidates get 3 years.

Q9. What is the selection process?

• Candidates are shortlisted on merit (marks percentage in the essential qualification) and then called for a written test and/or interview. Only selected candidates are informed through an offer letter or email.