Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO (ACEM) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 41 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) and other Posts will be accepted from 01 July 2026 to 26 July 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
ACEM – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology) | 5 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | 5 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering) | 2 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science, B.Sc Computer Science) | 2 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electrical, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering) | 3 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) | 3 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemistry) | 3 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Physics) | 2 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Bachelor of Commerce) | 4 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Graduate Apprentice (Library Science) | 1 | Rs.12300-12300/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 | Rs.10900-10900/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical Engineering) | 2 | Rs.10900-10900/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | 2 | Rs.10900-10900/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Technician Apprentice (Electronics Engineering) | 2 | Rs.10900-10900/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Science, Web Designing) | 1 | Rs.10900-10900/- | ACEM, Hyderabad |
| Total Vacancies: | 41 |
ACEM Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for ACEM Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology) | B.E, B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | B.E, B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
| Graduate Apprentice (Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering) | B.E, B.Tech in Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering |
| Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science, B.Sc Computer Science) | B.E, B.Tech in Computer Science OR B.Sc Computer Science |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electrical, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering) | B.E, B.Tech in Electrical, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) | B.E, B.Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemistry) | B.Sc Chemistry |
| Graduate Apprentice (Physics) | B.Sc Physics |
| Graduate Apprentice (Bachelor of Commerce) | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) |
| Graduate Apprentice (Library Science) | BLIS (Library Science) |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical Engineering) | Diploma in Chemical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Electronics Engineering) | Diploma in Electronics Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Science, Web Designing) | Diploma in Computer Science, Web Designing |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO for Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science, B.Sc Computer Science) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electrical, Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemistry) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Physics) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Bachelor of Commerce) | No Details |
| Graduate Apprentice (Library Science) | No Details |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | No Details |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical Engineering) | No Details |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | No Details |
| Technician Apprentice (Electronics Engineering) | No Details |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Science, Web Designing) | No Details |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Graduate Apprentice (Chemical) and other Posts will be carried out through Merit, Interview. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for ACEM Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM), DRDO is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Send scanned filled application and documents via email to apprentice.acem@gov.in with subject ‘Application for Apprenticeship 2026-27, ACEM’. Deadline: 26 July 2026. (get form from https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/sites/default/files/vacancy/advtACEM01072026.pdf) on or before the last date of offline application, which is 26 July 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
