Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 283 Posts

• Candidates should apply only for trades for which they satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria.
• ITI candidates must possess the required relevant trade qualification.
• Candidates should verify their marks and certificates before submitting the application.
• Applications containing incorrect or incomplete information may be rejected.
• Candidates should keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
• Candidates should regularly check the official website for information regarding the examination, admit card and document verification.
• Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.
• Candidates should not pay money to any person claiming to guarantee selection.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: September 2026
• Application Start Date: 05 September 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 27 October 2026
• Written Examination: To be announced
• Admit Card: To be announced
• Document Verification: To be announced
• Training Commencement: To be announced

Candidates are advised to complete the application process before the last date instead of waiting until the final day.

Who Can Apply?

Candidates who have the required qualification can apply:

• 8th Pass: Rigger
• 10th Pass: Crane Operator Overhead (SI)
• 10th + ITI: Other designated trades, subject to trade-wise eligibility

Both male and female eligible candidates can apply, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.

A total of 283 Apprentice posts are available across various trades.

Category-Wise Vacancy

PwBD and Ex-Servicemen reservations are applicable horizontally as per the prescribed rules.

Stipend / Salary

Selected candidates will receive a monthly apprenticeship stipend.

The stipend is paid during the apprenticeship training period.

Important: This is an apprenticeship training opportunity and should not be treated as a permanent government job. Completion of apprenticeship does not provide an automatic right to permanent employment in Naval Dockyard or the Indian Navy.

Training Duration

The duration of training varies according to the trade.

Examples include:

• Most designated trades – 1 year
• Shipwright Steel – 2 years
• Rigger – 2 years
• Pattern Maker – 18 months
• Crane Operator Overhead (SI) – 15 months

The exact training duration should be checked according to the trade selected by the candidate.

The educational qualification depends on the trade applied for.

Rigger

Candidates should have:

• Passed 8th Standard
• Secured at least 50% aggregate marks

Crane Operator Overhead (SI)

Candidates should have:

• Passed 10th Standard
• Secured at least 50% marks

Other ITI Trades

Candidates should have:

• Passed 10th Standard
• Secured at least 50% marks
• Passed ITI in the relevant trade
• ITI qualification should be from NCVT/SCVT
• Secured at least 50% aggregate marks in ITI

Candidates should ensure that their ITI trade matches the trade for which they are applying.

Age Limit

The age requirement differs depending on the trade.

Minimum Age

• 14 years for most trades
• 18 years for specified hazardous trades

Maximum Age

• No upper age limit

The candidate's age will be calculated as on the last date of application.

Trades Requiring Minimum 18 Years

The minimum age is 18 years for certain hazardous trades, including trades such as:

• Foundryman
• Pattern Maker
• Painter (G)
• TIG/MIG Welder
• Welder (G&E)
• Welder (Pipe & Pressure Vessels)

Candidates should check the official notification for the exact trade-wise age requirement.

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved categories as per the Government of India rules.

However, since there is no upper age limit for the apprenticeship, candidates should primarily check the prescribed minimum age requirement for their selected trade.

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Merit-Based Shortlisting
2. Written Examination
3. Medical Examination
4. Document Verification
5. Final Selection

If the number of applications is very high, candidates may be shortlisted for the written examination based on their academic/ITI marks.

Shortlisting Criteria

For most ITI trades, the shortlisting merit is prepared using:

• 50% weightage – Class 10 marks
• 50% weightage – ITI marks

For Crane Operator Overhead (SI):

• Class 10 marks are considered.

For Rigger:

• Class 8 marks are considered.

Candidates with higher qualifying examination marks may therefore have an advantage during the shortlisting stage.

Written Examination

The written examination consists of 100 questions for 100 marks.

Exam Details

• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Medium: English and Hindi
• Question Level: Class 10 level for most trades
• Rigger: Class 8 level

The examination is expected to be conducted in Mumbai and nearby areas, including locations such as Thane and Kandivali, as specified by the recruitment authorities.

Physical Standards

Candidates are required to meet the prescribed physical and medical standards.

Candidates must also be medically fit as per the requirements applicable to apprenticeship training.

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling out the application:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Aadhaar Card
• Birth Certificate
• Class 8 marksheet/certificate, where applicable
• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 10 certificate
• ITI Certificate
• ITI marksheet
• Caste Certificate, if applicable
• PwBD Certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
• Other applicable supporting documents

Candidates should upload documents in the prescribed format and size mentioned in the official notification.

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the prescribed Apprenticeship Registration Portal.
2. Complete the candidate registration process.
3. Enter personal details such as name, date of birth, mobile number and email ID.
4. Enter educational and ITI qualification details.
5. Select the eligible trade.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and required documents.
7. Carefully verify all information entered in the application form.
8. Submit the application.
9. Save/download the submitted application form.
10. Keep a copy of the application and uploaded documents for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that their name and date of birth are entered exactly as mentioned in their educational certificates.