Vacancy: For Apprentice Training in Designated Trades
This article provides details on the apprentice training program offered by Naval Dockyard Mumbai. The training covers various trades, and there is no upper age limit. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online.
Organization: Naval Dockyard, Mumbai
Training: Apprentice Training in Designated Trades
Location: Mumbai
Trades: Various ITI and Non-ITI trades available.
Age Limit
Minimum age: 14 years for non-hazardous occupations and 18 years for hazardous occupations.
Upper age: No upper age restriction for apprenticeship training.
Candidates born on or before 30 Nov 2011 are eligible for non-hazardous trades.
Candidates born on or before 30 Nov 2007 are eligible for hazardous trades.
Vacancy Details
Ser No. | Apprenticeship Training Trade | Eligible ITI Trade | Vacancies | UR | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD | Armed |
1 | Advance Mechanic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
2 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
3 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
4 | Electronics Mechanic | 37 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 23 | 1 (Group- A) | 1 | |
5 | Fitter | 21 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 1 (Group- B) | 1 | |
6 | Founder Man | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
7 | I & CTMSM | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
8 | Instrument Mechanic | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
9 | Machinist | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
10 | Marine Engine Fitter | 19 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | |
11 | Mechanic | 17 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | |
12 | Mechanic (Central AC Plant, Industrial AC, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
13 | Mechanic (Diesel) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
14 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
15 | Mechanic Diesel | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
16 | Mechanic Radio & Radar | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 (Group- A) | 0 | |
17 | Mechatronics | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
18 | Mill Wright Mechanic (MMTM) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
19 | Mechanic Refrigerator AC | 11 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | |
20 | Operator Advance Machine Tool | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
21 | Pattern Maker | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
22 | Painter (G) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
23 | Pipe Fitter | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
24 | Programming and System Administrative Assistant | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
25 | Ref & AC Mechanic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
26 | Sheet Metal Worker | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
27 | Shipwright Steel | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
28 | Tailor (G&S) | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
29 | Welder (G&E) | 21 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 1 (Group- B) | 1 | |
30 | Welder (Structure and Pressure Vessels) | 11 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | |
31 | Crane Operator Overhead (OSI) | X Pass | 31 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 1 (Group- C) | 1 |
32 | Rigger | VIII Pass | 286 | 29 | 25 | 53 | 179 | 0 | 0 |
Total | 286 | 29 | 25 | 53 | 179 |
Qualification
ITI Trades: ITI (NCVT/SCVT) Pass
Non ITI Trade (Crane Operator (OSI)): Std X Pass
Non ITI Trade (Rigger): Std VIII Pass
Selection Procedure
Shortlisting will be based on the Preliminary Merit List, trade and category wise.
Written exam will be OMR based and will comprise of Multiple Choice Questions.
Scheme of Written Examination:
General Science: 35 Marks
Mathematics: 35 Marks
General Awareness: 30 Marks
Duration of the written exam will be 02 hours.
There will be no negative marking for wrong answers.
Final Merit List will be prepared based on marks obtained in the written examination.
Important Dates
Online application start date: Third day (1000 hrs) of publication of notification in Employment News
Online application last date: 21 days after date of publication in Employment News (upto 2350 hrs)
Commencement of Training: 01 December 2025
Exam date: October 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any application fee? No, there is no application fee for this apprenticeship program.
What documents are needed for the online application? You need to upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, SSC/Matriculation marksheet, Std 8 marksheet (if applicable), ITI marksheet (if applicable), community certificate (if applicable), certificate of physical disability (if applicable), certificate of son/daughter of Armed Forces Personnel/ex-Servicemen (if applicable), Aadhaar/PAN card/Passport, and Aadhaar Card.
Will I get a job after completing the apprenticeship? Naval Dockyard, Mumbai is not obligated to offer employment after training, nor are apprentices required to accept it. However, ex-Naval Apprentices will be eligible to apply for recruitment as Tradesman Skilled in Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, subject to age limits and other criteria.