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

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is open for ITI-qualified and school-pass candidates who want hands-on training inside one of the Indian Navy’s ship repair yards. The Dockyard Apprentice School, Mumbai has notified 283 apprenticeship seats across 32 designated trades under Advertisement No. DAS (MBI)/APP/IT-28.

The trades include Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Shipwright, Marine Engine Fitter and Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA). There is no upper age limit. Only a minimum age of 14 years applies.

One thing to understand upfront: this is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a regular Navy job. You earn a monthly stipend of ₹6,800 to ₹9,600 while you learn on real ships, engines and workshop machinery.

Applications are online only. Here is the complete guide to dates, trades, eligibility, stipend, selection stages and the apply process.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

The notification does not print fixed calendar dates. It uses a formula linked to its publication in Employment News. Based on the issue dated 03–09 October 2026, the window works out as below.

⚠️ These dates are calculated from the notification’s formula (opening on the fifth day of publication, closing on the 21st day of opening). Confirm the exact dates on the portal before you plan your application.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – 32 Trades at a Glance

The 283 seats are spread across 32 designated trades. Most are ITI trades. Two, Crane Operator Overhead and Rigger, do not need an ITI certificate.

Electrician, Shipwright Wood and Mechanic Diesel are among the trades with the most seats. Several trades have just one or two seats, so competition varies a lot from trade to trade.

💡 Pro Tip: Seat numbers for each trade are printed in the official notification (Employment News, 03–09 October 2026). Check your own trade’s seats before applying, because a trade with only a handful of seats will be far more competitive.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Your qualification depends on the trade you choose.

Here, ITI means Industrial Training Institute, NCVT is the National Council for Vocational Training and SCVT is the State Council for Vocational Training. The ITI trade you completed must be eligible for the apprenticeship trade as per Schedule I of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.

✅ Only freshers can apply. The notification invites candidates who are new to apprenticeship training.

Age Limit

The Apprentices Act sets no upper age limit for apprenticeship training. Age relaxation is therefore not applicable to any category.

The minimum age is counted as on the crucial date given in the notification. [Check official notification for the exact date]

Physical Standards

You must meet the basic fitness standards under the Apprentices Rules, 1992:

• Height: at least 137 cm
• Weight: at least 25.4 kg
• Chest expansion: at least 3.8 cm
• Free from tuberculosis, contagious diseases and any eye or eyelid disease
• Free from chronic illness of major body systems

Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee for any category. Apprenticeship registrations are normally free, but confirm this on the portal at the time of registration.

⚠️ Never pay money to any agent or website that promises a seat in this apprenticeship. Selection is purely through the published process.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Stipend 2026

The stipend is paid monthly as per the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) guideline dated 15 September 2025. Most trades pay the top rate.

Let’s put that in rupees. A one-year trade at ₹9,600 per month adds up to ₹1,15,200 over the training period. A Shipwright Steel apprentice earns about ₹2,30,400 over two years, while a Rigger earns about ₹1,63,200 over the same two years.

Apprentices are not treated as regular employees. Benefits such as the permanent-staff health scheme do not apply, and medical cover follows the Apprentices Act.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Selection Process

Selection has four stages. There is no interview.

1. Shortlisting of applications: Merit is prepared from your Class 10 and ITI marks.
2. Written examination: An objective test on an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheet.
3. Document verification: Original documents you uploaded are checked at the Dockyard Apprentice School.
4. Medical examination: A fitness certificate from a government hospital is needed before you are engaged.

How Shortlisting Works

Everyone eligible is normally allowed to appear. If applications are too many for the seats, the authority can shortlist candidates in a 1:25 ratio for every vacancy in each trade and category.

For example, if a trade has 10 seats in one category, up to 250 candidates could be called for the written test. Merit for shortlisting gives equal weight (50:50) to Class 10 marks and ITI marks. Crane Operator uses 100% Class 10 marks, and Rigger uses 100% Class 8 marks.

Written Examination Pattern

The test has 100 objective questions of one mark each, to be solved in two hours. It is bilingual (English and Hindi). The level matches the Class 10 syllabus, except for Rigger, which follows the Class 8 syllabus.

The notification summary does not mention negative marking. [Check official notification]

Tie-Break Rules

If two candidates score the same in the written test, the older candidate gets the higher rank. If the date of birth is also the same, the first name in alphabetical order decides.

Is This a Permanent Job? What Happens After Training?

No. Apprenticeship training does not automatically lead to employment at the Dockyard. It is a skill-building programme, and the stipend is not a salary.

What you do gain is real workshop experience in a naval ship repair environment. Under the Apprentices Act, apprentices who complete training and clear the assessment receive a National Apprenticeship Certificate. Some recruitments in government and public sector organisations give weightage to apprenticeship experience, so this certificate can strengthen your profile.

📌 Also Read: NPCIL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

How to Prepare for the Written Test

The paper is based on Class 10 basics, so revision matters more than new learning. Two hours for 100 questions gives you just over one minute per question.

• Mathematics (35 marks): Revise percentages, ratio, mensuration, algebra basics and simple geometry. Solve past NCERT-level exercises.
• General Science (35 marks): Focus on physics and chemistry fundamentals such as force, electricity, heat, acids and bases, and metals.
• General Knowledge (30 marks): Read current affairs, basic Indian geography and the Indian Navy’s role. Attempt these first, as they are quick marks.
• Practice OMR: Shade answers neatly in a mock test so you do not lose time or marks on the day.

Since the shortlist depends heavily on your Class 10 and ITI marks, keep your consolidated ITI marksheet ready and check it for errors early.

How to Apply for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps once registration opens:

1. Visit the official portal, apprenticeshipregistration.com.
2. Register as a candidate with a valid mobile number and email ID.
3. Complete your profile with your Class 8/10 and ITI details, exactly as on your marksheets.
4. Select the Naval Dockyard Mumbai apprenticeship (IT-28) and choose your trade.
5. Upload the required documents and photograph.
6. Review every detail carefully, then submit the form.
7. Download and save the confirmation, and keep it until the process ends.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep scanned copies of your Class 10 marksheet, ITI consolidated marksheet, category certificate (if applicable) and ID proof ready before you start. Wrong or mismatched details can lead to rejection, and your originals will be verified later.

⚠️ Don’t wait for 27 October. Portals slow down near closing time, so apply a few days early.

📌 Also Read: Indian Navy Agniveer SSR 2026 and HPCL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026. For more openings in the forces, see our defence jobs section.

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Final Word on Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026

If you hold an ITI certificate, Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a rare chance to train inside a working naval dockyard. The stipend is modest, but the skills, the certificate and the exposure to ship repair work can shape your career for years.

Prepare your Class 10 and ITI documents now, revise the basics for the written test, and register as soon as the portal opens. Stay ahead of application deadlines — follow Govtserviceinfo.com for daily Sarkari Naukri alerts.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by Naval Dockyard, Mumbai (Dockyard Apprentice School). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.