DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020: Online applications are invited by the Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE) for the recruitment of apprenticeship trainees. The DRDO has extended the last date to apply for the recruitment. Candidates who are having ITI qualification are only eligible to apply for the apprenticeship training posts. Eligible candidates can submit the online applications by visiting the recruitment website of DRDO i.e. rac.gov.in. Read this article to know the complete details of DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 including important events and dates.
Latest: The last date to apply online for CVRDE recruitment 2020 has been extended. Apply through the link given below.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020
CVRDE is a wing of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India. The organisation engages in the design and development of manned and unmanned combat vehicles and aircrafts. CVRDE is recruiting ITI qualified applicants as apprenticeship trainee. Check out the important dates related to the event below.
Important event | Date |
Start date of applying | 29 Feb 2020 |
End date of applying |
Online applications for CVRDE Apprenticeship Trainee recruitment 2020 are ongoing. Click here to apply.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 Vacancy Details
The vacancies for apprenticeship trainee are distributed across different posts. The distribution of vacancies are advertised by the DRDO. Check out the details below.
Trade | Vacancies |
Carpenter | 02 |
Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 23 |
Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 05 |
Electrician | 20 |
Electronics | 02 |
Fitter | 33 |
Machinist | 11 |
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 05 |
Painter | 02 |
Plumber | 02 |
Turner | 05 |
Welder | 06 |
Total | 116 |
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 Eligibility Criteria
The DRDO specifies the minimum eligibility conditions to apply for the posts. Candidates must be ITI qualified in order to apply for the recruitment. No other qualifications are eligible. Check out the detailed eligibility conditions below.
Age Limit
Candidates must have reached the minimum age of 18 years. The upper age limit is relaxable for candidates of special categories. The upper age limit is 27 years for unreserved candidates. Check out age relaxations allowed below.
Category | Upper age limit |
Unreserved | 27 years |
OBC | 30 years |
SC/ST | 32 years |
PwD | 37 years |
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have an ITI qualification duly recognized by NCVT as per Gazette notification of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The ITI qualification must be acquired through a minimum of 2 years duration. Check out the details below.

DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 Ineligibility
- Candidates who passed ITI before 2017 are not eligible to apply.
- Candidates with Diploma/Graduate qualifications are not eligible.
- Candidates who have appeared in qualifying examinations of ITI but have not received results are also not eligible.
- Candidates with more than 01 year of work experience are not eligible to apply.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 Application Process
Only online applications are acceptable for the CVRDE recruitment 2020. The applications must be submitted through the recruitment portal of the DRDO i.e. rac.gov.in. Check out the details of the application process below.

DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 Selection Procedure
The shortlisting of candidates is done on the basis of merit. Shortlisting for the screening test/interview is to be conducted on the basis of marks obtained in ITI qualification. The candidates are to be selected for apprenticeship training on the basis of the performance in screening test/interview. Shortlisted candidates are to be intimated through email and SMS. Check out the complete details below.

DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2020 Training Period & Stipend
Candidates who are shortlisted for the apprenticeship training must undergo a one-year training program. Selected candidates who enroll in the 01-year training are entitled to receive a monthly stipend as specified by the DRDO. Check out the details below.

Official Website: rac.gov.in
Important Downloads
Notification | Download Here |
Application Form | Click here |