OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION RELEASE: The Dockyard Apprentice School, Naval Dockyard Mumbai, operating under the Ministry of Defence (Navy), has published the official notification for the Apprentice (IT-28 Batch) Recruitment 2026. Online applications are open for 283 Designated ITI Trade Apprentice seats.
Eligible ITI-qualified Indian candidates seeking technical training in defence ship repair and marine engineering can submit their application form via the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Selection will involve a written examination followed by physical and document screening.
Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
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Recruitment Parameter |
Official Information |
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Organization |
Naval Dockyard, Mumbai (Ministry of Defence - Navy) |
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Training Batch |
Trade Apprentice Batch (IT-28) |
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Total Vacancies |
283 Posts |
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Training Period |
12 Months (1 Year) |
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Application Fee |
Rs.0/- (Exempted for all candidates) |
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Application Mode |
Online (via NAPS Portal) |
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Selection Rounds |
Written Test, Document Verification & Medical Examination |
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Official Portal |
Trade-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The 283 apprenticeship seats are distributed across multiple technical trades under NCVT and SCVT recognized streams:
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Designated Trade Name |
Eligible ITI Stream |
Minimum Benchmark Requirements |
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Fitter / Pipe Fitter |
Fitter / Plumber |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
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Electrician / Electronics Mechanic |
Electrician / Electronics Mechanic |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
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Machinist / Turner |
Machinist / Machinist Grinder |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
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Mechanic Diesel / Marine Engine |
Mechanic Diesel / Marine Engine Fitter |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
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Welder (Gas & Electric) |
Welder |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
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COPA / PASAA |
COPA / PASAA |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
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Sheet Metal Worker / Carpenter |
Sheet Metal / Carpenter |
Class 10 (50%) + ITI (65%) |
Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualifications & Age Limits
1. Educational Qualifications
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Class 10 (Matriculation): Passed Class 10 (SSC) with a minimum aggregate score of 50% marks from a recognized State or Central Board.
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ITI Certification: National Trade Certificate (NTC) or State Trade Certificate (STC) in the respective trade issued by NCVT or SCVT with at least 65% aggregate marks.
2. Age Limits & Physical Standards
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Minimum Age: 14 Years for non-hazardous trades; 18 Years for hazardous operational trades.
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Upper Age Limit: No upper age limit restriction as per Apprenticeship Training Rules and MSDE guidelines.
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Physical Fitness: Height minimum 150 cm, weight minimum 45 kg, chest expansion non-less than 5 cm, and satisfactory vision standard as per Navy medical requirements.
Selection Procedure & Monthly Stipend
The selection mechanism consists of three sequential screening phases:
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Shortlisting / Written Examination: Objective written exam covering Trade Theory, Mathematics, and General Science.
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Document Verification: Verification of original SSC, ITI marksheets, caste/category credentials, and Aadhar identification.
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Medical Fitness Screening: Final fitness certification conducted by authorized Naval Hospital authorities prior to enrolment.
Monthly Stipend: Engaged apprentices will receive a monthly stipend ranging between Rs.9,600 and Rs.10,560 per month in accordance with the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and government amendments.
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
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Open the official Apprenticeship portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
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Click on Candidate Registration and verify your email and mobile number.
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Complete your profile details up to 100% including Aadhar seeding, educational entries, and bank account linking.
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Go to Apprenticeship Opportunities and search Establishment Name: "Naval Dockyard Mumbai".
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Choose your relevant ITI trade and submit the online application form.
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Save and download a PDF copy of your completed NAPS profile application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1: How many total vacancies are available for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice 2026?
There are 283 total vacancies released for various designated ITI trades.
2: What is the minimum percentage required in Class 10 and ITI to apply?
Candidates must possess at least 50% marks in Class 10th and 65% marks in ITI from an NCVT or SCVT recognized institute.
3: Is there any application fee for submitting the Naval Dockyard Apprentice form?
No, there is no application fee for any category candidate.
4: What is the official portal for submitting the online application?
Applications must be submitted online via the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme portal at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
