The Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), Mysuru, under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for Graduate Apprenticeship Training for the year 2026-27. As per Advt No. DIBT/HRD/APPR/2026-27 dated 4 August 2026. DRDO DIBT Graduate Apprentice 2026 is for B.Sc., BE and B.Tech graduates who want hands-on training at a DRDO research centre.
The notification has 6 vacancies in all, engaged under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The place of posting is DIBT, Siddarthanagar, Mysuru. A full subject-wise and stream-wise breakdown is given later in this article. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official DIBT notification No. DIBT/HRD/APPR/2026-27 dated 4 August 2026. Last verified: 21 August 2026.
DIBT, Mysuru is recruiting 6 Graduate Apprentice posts through Notification No. DIBT/HRD/APPR/2026-27. The last date to send the application by post is 15 September 2026. Candidates must first register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in, then submit the filled application form and self-attested documents by post to the Centre Head, DIBT, Mysuru — this is an offline (postal) application, not an online submission.
Quick summary of DRDO DIBT Graduate Apprentice 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), DRDO, Ministry of Defence |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancy | 6 |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Application Mode | Offline (by post), after registration on the NATS portal |
| Eligibility | B.Sc. or BE/B.Tech (First Division, full-time regular), passed 2022–2026 |
| Selection Process | Screening of applications; credential verification for shortlisted candidates |
| Place of Posting | Siddarthanagar, Mysuru, Karnataka |
| Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Recent B.Sc./BE/B.Tech graduates registered on NATS |
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About DIBT
DIBT is a specialised research centre under DRDO, Ministry of Defence, based in Mysuru, Karnataka. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office. The institute’s publicly stated work involves detection technologies for foodborne pathogens and biodefense-related toxins, along with research on military nutrition. For a graduate in life sciences or polymer science, an apprenticeship here means working inside an active Ministry of Defence laboratory rather than a college project setting.
How this compares to other openings
DIBT is based in Mysuru, Karnataka, so this vacancy is an all-India opportunity rather than a regional one. This is added context, not part of the official notification. DIBT periodically opens other engagements in similar life-science subjects — such as research fellowships and paid internships — but those are generally aimed at postgraduate or final-year postgraduate students pursuing research roles, not at fresh Bachelor’s-degree graduates. This particular notification is squarely for undergraduate-level (B.Sc./BE/B.Tech) apprentices, which makes it a distinct, entry-level route compared to DIBT’s fellowship-type openings.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 4 August 2026 |
| Last date to submit application (by post) | 15 September 2026 |
The notification does not give a separate application “start” date — since the application is submitted offline by post, candidates can begin the NATS registration and prepare documents as soon as the notice is released.
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Vacancy details and stipend
The notification gives one combined vacancy figure — 6 — for the entire Graduate Apprentice category, split across two qualification streams. It does not state how many of the 6 posts are reserved for each subject.
| Apprentice Category | Qualification Stream | Subjects Covered | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.Sc. (full-time, regular, First Division) | Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Food Science & Technology, Life Sciences | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Graduate Apprentice | BE / B.Tech (full-time, regular, First Division) | Polymer Science | Rs. 12,300/- |
Total vacancies (both streams combined): 6. A subject-wise split of these 6 posts is not mentioned in the official notification.
Eligibility
Eligibility differs by qualification stream, though the core conditions are the same for both.
B.Sc. stream (Microbiology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Food Science & Technology / Life Sciences)
- B.Sc. full-time (regular) course with First Division from a recognised Indian university or institute.
- Must have passed the qualifying B.Sc. examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026. Candidates who passed before 2022 are not eligible.
- Must have completed the qualifying exam as a regular candidate (not private/correspondence).
BE / B.Tech stream (Polymer Science)
- BE/B.Tech full-time (regular) course with First Division from a recognised Indian university or institute.
- Same passing-year window: 2022 to 2026.
- Same regular-candidate condition applies.
Common condition for both streams
- Candidates must register at http://nats.education.gov.in before applying. The notification states that non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected.
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DRDO DIBT Graduate Apprentice 2026 – Selection process
The notification does not describe a written test or interview for this apprenticeship engagement. Based on the terms given in the notice, the selection process for DRDO DIBT Graduate Apprentice 2026 is:
- Application (with self-attested photocopies of documents) is submitted by post.
- DIBT verifies the credentials of candidates before creating the apprenticeship contract; any deviation from the stated qualification leads to summary rejection.
- Selected candidates execute a 12-month Contract of Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- Selected candidates must submit a Police Verification Certificate at the time of joining.
All correspondence, including the offer letter if selected, is done through e-mail only.
How to apply
- Register on the NATS portal at http://nats.education.gov.in.
- Download and fill the DIBT apprentice application format (DOCX).
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents to the filled form.
- Send the application by post to: Centre Head, Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), DRDO, Siddarthanagar, Mysuru – 570011. Kind attention: HRD.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 15 September 2026.
Documents to keep ready:This list is added based on the notification’s general instruction to send “self-attested photocopy of all relevant documents.” Confirm the exact list with the official notice or application format before posting.
- Degree/provisional degree certificate and mark sheets showing First Division
- Proof of passing year (2022–2026)
- Proof of NATS registration
- Any document confirming the qualifying exam was completed as a regular candidate
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Important links
| Link | What it is |
|---|---|
| Official DIBT notification (PDF) | Full notification, Advt No. DIBT/HRD/APPR/2026-27 |
| Application format (DOCX) | The form to fill and post |
| NATS registration portal | Mandatory registration before applying |
| Latest apprenticeship jobs on India Job Alerts | Other current apprenticeship openings |
| Latest jobs, all India | Other current central government vacancies |
| Jobs for graduates | Other vacancies open to graduates |
Should you apply?
This suits a recent B.Sc., BE or B.Tech graduate (passed 2022–2026) in one of the listed subjects who wants research exposure inside a DRDO laboratory and is comfortable with a stipend rather than a full salary. This assessment is added context, not part of the official notification. With only 6 posts spread across six subjects nationwide, and no age limit acting as a filter, competition for this apprenticeship is likely to be high relative to the number of seats.
This does not suit someone looking for a permanent government job straightaway. The notification states plainly that DIBT is not obliged to offer employment after the 12-month apprenticeship ends, and no government quarters, hostel or transport is provided during training. The trade-off is real: it is a training engagement, not a job guarantee, but it can be a useful credential-builder for someone early in a life-sciences or polymer-science career who wants defence-sector research experience before applying to fellowships, PSU roles or further studies.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for the DRDO DIBT Graduate Apprentice 2026?
The last date to send the application by post is 15 September 2026. The application must reach the Centre Head, DIBT, Siddarthanagar, Mysuru – 570011 on or before this date.
What is the stipend for DRDO DIBT Graduate Apprentice 2026?
The monthly stipend is Rs. 12,300/- for the Graduate Apprentice category, covering both the B.Sc. stream and the BE/B.Tech (Polymer Science) stream.
Is the DRDO DIBT apprentice application online or offline?
Registration on the NATS portal is done online, but the actual application to DIBT is offline — candidates must post the filled form with self-attested documents to the Mysuru address given in the notification.
Does the DIBT apprenticeship guarantee a job at DRDO later?
No. This answer combines a stated notice condition with added context; confirm with the hiring office. The notification states DIBT is not obliged to offer employment after the apprenticeship. It differs from DIBT’s other openings, such as Junior Research Fellowships, which are separate recruitment routes with their own eligibility and selection process.
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