Naval Dockyard Visakhapatnam Apprentice Recruitment 2026–27 – Apply for 320 ITI Apprentice Posts
Naval Dockyard Apprentices School, Visakhapatnam has released the official notification for engagement of 320 Designated Trade Apprentices for the 2026–27 batch. Eligible ITI-passed Indian nationals can apply through the apprenticeship portal and send documents offline.
Overview
| Information |
Details |
| Organisation |
Naval Dockyard Apprentices School, Visakhapatnam |
| Notification Number |
Adv. No. DAS(V)/01/25 |
| Training Batch |
2026–27 |
| Total Vacancies |
320 Posts |
| Training Duration |
1 Year |
| Educational Qualification |
SSC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Minimum Age |
14 years (18 years for hazardous trades) |
| Application Process |
Online + Offline Submission |
| Stipend |
Rs. 9,600 to Rs. 10,560 per month |
| Official Website |
https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Official Notification (PDF) |
CLICK HERE |
| Last Date to Apply (Offline Receipt) |
02 January 2026 |
| Written Exam Date |
22 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Total: 320 Posts)
| Designated Trade |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
Total |
| Mechanic Diesel |
32 |
17 |
9 |
4 |
62 |
| Machinist |
12 |
6 |
3 |
2 |
23 |
| Mechanic (Central AC Plant & Industrial Cooling) |
6 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
12 |
| Foundryman |
3 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
7 |
| Fitter |
60 |
31 |
16 |
9 |
120 |
| Pipe Fitter |
30 |
16 |
8 |
4 |
58 |
| Electrician |
35 |
18 |
10 |
5 |
68 |
| Instrument Mechanic |
5 |
3 |
1 |
1 |
10 |
| Electronics Mechanic |
17 |
9 |
5 |
2 |
33 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) |
20 |
10 |
5 |
4 |
39 |
| Sheet Metal Worker |
30 |
16 |
8 |
4 |
58 |
| Shipwright (Wood) |
15 |
8 |
4 |
2 |
29 |
| Painter (General) |
10 |
5 |
3 |
1 |
19 |
| Mechanic Mechatronics |
15 |
8 |
4 |
2 |
29 |
| COPA |
10 |
5 |
3 |
1 |
19 |
| Total |
320 |
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320 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- SSC/Matric Class 10 with minimum 50% marks
- ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade with minimum 65% marks
- Marks/grade must be printed on certificates (grades like A/B/C without marks not accepted)
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 14 years
- Minimum 18 years for hazardous trades
- No upper age limit as per latest MSDE guidelines
Physical Standards
- Must meet minimum standards as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992
Not Eligible If
- Already completed apprenticeship in the same trade
- Currently undergoing any apprenticeship training
Selection Process
1. Shortlisting (70:30 Ratio)
Candidates shortlisted based on ratio:
- SSC Marks: 70% weightage
- ITI Marks: 30% weightage
Hall tickets issued in 1:5 ratio per trade/category.
2. Written Examination
- OMR-based
- 100 Objective Questions
- Duration: 2 Hours
- No negative marking
- Subject-wise distribution:
- Mathematics: 35 Questions
- General Science: 35 Questions
- General Knowledge: 30 Questions
3. Merit List
Prepared trade-wise & category-wise based solely on written exam marks.
4. Document Verification
Original documents required (SSC, ITI, Aadhaar, caste certificate, etc.)
5. Medical Examination
As per Apprenticeship Rules.
Exam Pattern
| Section |
Questions |
Marks |
| Mathematics |
35 |
35 |
| General Science |
35 |
35 |
| General Knowledge |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Mode: OMR Sheet
- Language: English
- No negative marking
Syllabus (As per Written Exam)
Mathematics
- Number System
- Fractions and Decimals
- Ratio & Proportion
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Profit & Loss
- Time & Distance
- Time & Work
- Mensuration
- Algebraic Expressions
- Geometry Basics
- Trigonometry (Basic)
General Science
- Physics (Motion, Work, Energy, Light, Electricity)
- Chemistry (Elements, Compounds, Reactions, Acids/Bases, Metals/Non-metals)
- Biology (Cells, Human Body, Diseases, Nutrition)
- Basic Applied Science related to ITI Trades
General Knowledge
- Indian History, Geography, Polity
- Economy
- Current Affairs
- Defence & Navy-related awareness
- Basic Knowledge of Visakhapatnam Naval Base
How to Apply
Step 1: Online Registration (Mandatory)
- Visit https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Register as “Candidate”
- Complete 100% profile with documents
- Search for establishment: NAVAL DOCKYARD (E08152800002)
- Apply for desired trade
Step 2: Offline Submission
Send following documents via post:
- Printed Apprentice Profile
- Two original Hall Tickets with photo
- SSC & ITI Marksheets
- Aadhaar Copy
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PWD/Armed Forces Certificate (if applicable)
- Self-addressed envelope with Rs. 55 stamp
Address:
The Officer-in-Charge (for Apprenticeship)
Naval Dockyard Apprentices School
VM Naval Base S.O., Visakhapatnam – 530014, Andhra Pradesh
Last Date: 02 January 2026
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Last Date for Receipt of Offline Application |
02 January 2026 |
| Written Examination |
22 March 2026 |
| Result Declaration |
25 March 2026 |
| Document Verification |
30 March 2026 |
| Medical Exam |
31 March 2026 Onwards |
| Training Commences |
02 May 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 320 Apprentice vacancies across 15 trades.
2. What is the minimum qualification?
SSC/Matric + ITI with NCVT/SCVT certification.
3. What is the stipend?
Rs. 9,600 to Rs. 10,560 per month.
4. Is online registration enough?
No. Candidates must submit offline documents as well.
5. Is there any negative marking?
No negative marking in the written exam.
6. Where will the written exam be conducted?
Only at Visakhapatnam.
7. Is accommodation provided?
Limited hostel facility for male apprentices on a first-come basis.
8. Does apprenticeship guarantee permanent job?
No. It is training only under Apprentices Act 1961.