Naval Dockyard, Karwar
Naval Dockyard Karwar has announced a recruitment notification for 210 Trade Apprentice posts for the 2026–27 training session. Candidates who have passed 8th or 10th class or completed ITI in the relevant trade can apply, depending on the post. This is an apprenticeship opportunity for candidates who want to learn practical skills and gain work experience in a naval dockyard. Interested candidates should check the trade-wise qualification and age requirements before applying.
| Organization | Naval Dockyard, Karwar |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Naval Dockyard Karwar Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 210 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 210 |
| Qualification | 8th Pass, 10th Pass, ITI |
| Salary | Monthly Stipend: ₹3,400 to ₹9,600, depending on the trade and training period. |
| Job Location | Karnataka and Goa |
| Last Date | 09/11/2026 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification publication | 10 October 2026 |
| Last date for application | 9 November 2026 (reported; verify the official notification) |
| Written examination | January 2027 (tentative) |
| Training commencement | 12 April 2027 (expected) |
Candidates should check their registered email regularly for examination and document-verification updates.
A total of 210 apprenticeship seats are available at two locations.
| Establishment | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Naval Dockyard, Karwar, Karnataka | 180 |
| Naval Aircraft Yard, Dabolim, Goa | 30 |
| Total | 210 |
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 84 |
| OBC | 58 |
| SC | 26 |
| ST | 12 |
| Total | 180 |
The Goa establishment has 30 seats distributed across the listed trades. PwBD and eligible ex-servicemen-related reservations are horizontal reservations, meaning they apply across the relevant categories.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend during their apprenticeship training. The amount depends on the trade and training period.
| Trade / qualification | Monthly stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI certificate holders | ₹9,600 |
| Crane Operator Overhead — first 3 months | ₹4,100 |
| Crane Operator Overhead — months 4–12 | ₹8,200 |
| Crane Operator Overhead — months 13–15 | ₹9,020 |
| Forger and Heat Treater — first 3 months | ₹4,100 |
| Forger and Heat Treater — months 4–12 | ₹8,200 |
| Forger and Heat Treater — months 13–24 | ₹9,020 |
| Rigger — first 3 months | ₹3,400 |
| Rigger — months 4–12 | ₹6,800 |
| Rigger — months 13–24 | ₹7,480 |
The stipend increases for certain non-ITI trades as the training period progresses.
The training period depends on the selected trade.
Candidates should confirm the duration of their chosen trade in the official notification.
The required qualification depends on the trade. Candidates should select only a trade for which they meet the eligibility requirements.
| Trade type | Required qualification |
|---|---|
| Most ITI trades | 10th pass and ITI certificate in the relevant trade |
| Crane Operator Overhead | 10th pass |
| Forger and Heat Treater | 10th pass |
| Rigger | 8th pass |
For ITI trades, the certificate must be from a recognized NCVT or SCVT course, as applicable to the trade.
Examples of eligible ITI trades include:
Important: Having an ITI certificate does not make a candidate eligible for every trade. The ITI trade must match the trade requirements in the official notification.
The minimum age is calculated as of the expected training commencement date, 12 April 2027.
| Criteria | Age requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum age for non-hazardous trades | 14 years |
| Minimum age for hazardous trades | 18 years |
| Maximum age | No upper age limit specified |
Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement for their selected trade. The notification also contains special eligibility conditions, so applicants should read the official notice carefully.
Up to 2 years of upper-age relaxation may be available for sons and daughters of Armed Forces personnel and Naval Defence Civilian employees, subject to the official notification. However, there is no upper age limit for this apprenticeship recruitment.
No fee. Candidates should not pay money to agents or other individuals claiming to provide selection or guaranteed placement.
Monthly Stipend: ₹3,400 to ₹9,600, depending on the trade and training period.
The selection process includes the following stages.
Shortlisting based on marks
Candidates are shortlisted using their 10th and ITI marks for ITI trades. For non-ITI trades, the relevant 8th- or 10th-class marks are considered.
Written examination
Shortlisted candidates are invited to a written examination expected to take place in Karwar in January 2027.
Final merit list
Candidates are ranked according to their written examination marks and applicable category and trade requirements.
Document verification
Shortlisted candidates must produce their original certificates and other required documents.
Medical examination and joining
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness and verification requirements before joining.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 |
| General Science | 35 |
| General Knowledge | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
The notification states that shortlisted candidates will receive examination information through their registered email address.
Candidates should prepare the following documents, as applicable:
Check the notification for the exact document format and any additional requirements.
The application process has two parts: online registration and sending printed documents by post. Candidates must complete both steps.
The Officer-in-Charge, Dockyard Apprentice School, Naval Dockyard, Naval Base, Karwar, Karnataka – 581308.
The application must reach the establishment within the prescribed period. Do not wait until the last day to post your documents.
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