Overview

The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a key laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has officially released the provisional selection list for its 2026-27 Apprenticeship Training Programme. This result pertains to Graduate Engineering candidates who applied for the apprenticeship under the NATS and NAPS schemes. The selection process was conducted to identify eligible candidates for a one-year training tenure at the Bengaluru facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Selected apprentices will undergo a structured one-year training programme at the GTRE facility.
• Candidates are required to execute a formal apprenticeship contract upon joining the establishment.
• Apprentices must adhere to all safety and security protocols mandated by the DRDO laboratory.
• Participants will gain hands-on experience in their respective engineering disciplines under expert guidance.
• Selected individuals must complete all mandatory documentation and verification processes during the reporting window.
• Apprentices are expected to maintain professional conduct throughout the duration of their training.

Why Apply

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity for engineering graduates to gain practical exposure within a premier defence research laboratory. It serves as a significant stepping stone for career development in the aerospace and defence sectors, providing valuable industry-standard training.

Important Dates

• Result Declaration Date: 25 June 2026
• Joining Window: 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2026

Quick Facts

• Organization: DRDO GTRE
• Programme: Graduate Engineering Apprenticeship
• Location: Bengaluru
• Category: Defence Research

• Mechanical/Production/Industrial Production: 26 Selected
• Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering: 28 Selected
• Electrical & Electronics/Communication Engineering: 16 Selected
• Computer Science/AI/Information Science: 19 Selected
• Civil Engineering: 1 Selected

1. Visit the official DRDO website at drdo.gov.in to access the result notification.
2. Locate the specific link for the GTRE Apprentice Result 2026.
3. Download the PDF file to check your NATS/NAPS application number against the list of provisionally selected candidates.
4. Ensure you have all required original documents and photocopies ready for the verification process.
5. Report to the CV Raman Nagar Gate Security Office in Bengaluru between 1 July 2026 and 31 July 2026.
6. Complete the document verification and sign the apprenticeship contract as instructed by the HRD department.
7. Keep a copy of the joining report and all submitted documents for your personal records.