About This Apprenticeship Notification
Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, which operates under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is offering a one-year apprenticeship programme. The programme invites applications for 50 posts split between Graduate Apprentices (with B.Tech degrees) and Technician Apprentices (with Diplomas). Candidates must download the application form, complete it by typing only, and send it by Speed Post or Registered Post to the PXE office in Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha. The deadline to ensure receipt of the application is 12 October 2026. This apprenticeship is governed by the Apprentices Act of 1961, including its amendments up to 2025.
Eligibility Explained
Applications are invited for two main categories: Graduate Apprentices who hold a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree, and Technician Apprentices who have a Diploma in the relevant engineering fields. For Graduate Apprentices, the disciplines include Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering, with a total of 15 vacancies. Technician Apprenticeship vacancies number 35, covering Civil, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Cinematography, and Automobile engineering. Age limits and other eligibility conditions are not explicitly mentioned, so candidates should refer to the official notification for details.
| Vacancies | Discipline/Branch | Essential Qualification |
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| 04 | Electronics & Communication | B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engg. |
| 04 | Mechanical | B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. |
| 05 | Computer Science | B.Tech in Comp. Science & Engg. |
| 02 | Chemical | B.Tech in Chemical Engg. |
| 15 | Total | – |
Application Process
Candidates need to visit the official DRDO website to download the application form. It is important that all entries on the form are typed rather than handwritten. Once completed, send the application form by Speed Post or Registered Post to the given PXE Chandipur address in Balasore, Odisha. The application must reach before or on 12 October 2026. No online or email applications will be accepted, so ensure you allow enough time for postal delivery. Keep a copy of the completed form and proof of posting for your records.
| Event | Date |
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| Last Date for Receipt of Application (by post) | 12 October 2026 |
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Stipend Details
Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend during their training period. Graduate Apprentices with a B.Tech qualification are entitled to a stipend of ₹12,300 per month. Technician Apprentices holding a Diploma will receive ₹10,900 each month. This stipend supports the apprenticeship duration of one year as specified by the organisation.
| Apprentice Category | Stipend per Month |
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| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) | ₹12,300 |
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| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900 |
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