Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 283 Posts, Apply Online by 27 Oct

⚓ The Dockyard Apprentice School, Naval Dockyard Mumbai, has opened applications for apprenticeship training in 32 designated trades. A total of 283 Apprentice posts are on offer, and the entire application process is online through the apprenticeship registration portal.

The opening is open to ITI-qualified candidates for most trades, while the Rigger trade accepts 8th-pass candidates and Crane Operator (Overhead) accepts 10th-pass candidates. Applications can be submitted from 7 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 27 October 2026.

• Overview
• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• Important Dates
• Application Fee
• Stipend Details
• Selection Process
• How to Apply
• Important Links

Overview

Vacancy Details

The 283 posts are spread across 32 trades. Some of the larger intakes are: Electrician (37), Shipwright Wood (24), Mechanic Diesel (23), Electronics Mechanic (21), Fitter (21), Welder (Gas & Electric, 19), Marine Engine Fitter (17), Mechanic MTM (11), TIG/MIG Welder (11), Machinist (10) and Welder (Pipe and Pressure Vessels, 9).

Other trades include Advance Mechanic (Instruments) 2, COPA 6, Foundryman 1, I&CTSM 4, Instrument Mechanic 2, Mason 3, Mechanic (Central AC Plant, Industrial Cooling & Package Air Conditioning) 1, Mechanic (Embedded System & PIC) 5, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) 2, Mechanic Industrial Electronics 8, Mechanic Mechatronics 6, Mechanic Ref & AC 5, Operator Advance Machine Tool 2, Painter (G) 8, Pattern Maker 1, Pipe Fitter 7, Programming and Systems Administration Assistant 2, Sheet Metal Worker 2, Shipwright Steel 7, Crane Operator Overhead (SI) 3 and Rigger 3.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational qualification varies by trade:

Important Dates

Application Fee

Stipend Details

Age limit: minimum age is 14 years. Training period and monthly stipend depend on the trade:

Selection Process

1. Application Screening — initial processing of applications
2. Shortlisting — candidates may be shortlisted in proportion to the number of vacancies
3. Merit Preparation — based on Class 10th and ITI marks
4. Written Examination — objective-type OMR examination
5. Medical Examination — medical fitness certificate from a government hospital
6. Document Verification — verification of original documents
7. Final Selection — as per the prescribed rules

How to Apply

1. Visit the official apprenticeship registration portal.
2. Complete candidate registration using the required details.
3. Log in to the application portal using the registration credentials.
4. Select Naval Dockyard Mumbai / Dockyard Apprentice School and the relevant apprenticeship opportunity.
5. Select the trade for which you are eligible.
6. Enter personal, educational and ITI qualification details carefully.
7. Upload the required photograph, signature and educational documents.
8. Verify all details before final submission.
9. Submit the online application within the prescribed registration period (7 October to 27 October 2026).
10. Download or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
11. Keep checking the registered email ID and portal for shortlisting, admit card, examination and document verification updates.

Important Links

• Apply Online
• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website