DRDO Opens Applications for 195 Apprentice Posts with Training in 2026
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced recruitment for 195 Apprentice posts in 2026, inviting applications from eligible candidates online. The apprenticeship program offers one-year training for Graduate and Technician Apprentices across various engineering and technical disciplines. Graduate Apprentices with B.Tech degrees and Technician Apprentices with Diplomas can apply. Monthly stipends are Rs 12,300 for graduates and Rs 10,900 for diploma holders. Application deadlines differ, with one source citing October 12 and another October 30, 2026. Candidates must meet age and educational criteria and provide police verification upon joining.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 36/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 5 Oct, 09:45 am. Other outlets followed.