Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 283 Posts, Eligibility, Dates & Apply Online

The Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification is out. The Dockyard Apprentice School, Naval Dockyard Mumbai, has invited online applications for 283 apprentice seats across 32 designated trades, under Advertisement No. DAS (MBI)/APP/IT-28. The notification was published in the Employment News issue dated 3 to 9 October 2026.

This apprenticeship training programme is open to ITI-qualified candidates, non-ITI candidates (two trades), and freshers, under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and MSDE / Government of India guidelines. Registration is online through the official portal, with no application fee and selection purely on merit. Below you will find the complete details: trade-wise vacancy break-up, important dates, eligibility rules, age limit, stipend, selection process, and the official links. Verify every detail in the official notification before applying.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

The notification gives the application window as a formula rather than fixed calendar dates. Registration opens from the fifth day of publication of the notification in Employment News (from 10:00 hrs), and closes on the 21st day from the opening date (up to 11:55 PM).

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Vacancy 2026

Naval Dockyard Mumbai has announced 283 apprentice vacancies in 32 trades. The category-wise split is shown in brackets. PwBD and ESM vacancies are horizontal reservations included within the vertical categories.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

Eligibility depends on the trade applied for. Age, educational qualification and other norms are determined as on the closing date for online registration. Candidates following other apprenticeship openings can also track the IOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 page and the Naval Dockyard Karwar Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 page for related updates.

Applications are invited from non-ITI candidates (2 trades), ITI-qualified candidates (30 trades) and freshers. ITI pass holders can apply in their respective trades or corresponding NCVT-approved trades as per Schedule I – for example, an NCVT Turner or Tool and Die Maker certificate holder can apply for the Machinist trade. Candidates should check the matching NCVT trade before applying; applications for a trade not relevant to the ITI trade will be cancelled. Candidates applying from the apprentice family of openings may also check the DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 page.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Age Limit 2026

As per the Apprentices Act, 1961, there is no upper age limit for apprenticeship training. Only a minimum age applies, counted on the closing date for receipt of online applications.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Stipend 2026

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Selection Process 2026

1. Shortlisting on merit – on the basis of qualifying examination marks in the ratio of 1:25. Equal 50:50 weightage is given to Class 10th Board marks and consolidated ITI marks (100 percent weightage to Class 10th for Crane Operator, and to Class 8th for Rigger).
2. Written Examination – conducted in Mumbai and its suburban districts such as Thane and Kandivali; date to be communicated by email to shortlisted candidates.
3. Medical Examination.
4. Document Verification.

During training, apprentices are entitled to free medical treatment only from the Naval Dockyard Dispensary, limited to the facility available there. The notification cautions candidates to beware of touts and job racketeers – no money is required to be paid to anyone, and selection is purely merit-based.

How to Apply Online for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official application portal at www.apprenticeshipregistration.com.
2. Register with your personal details and select the Naval Dockyard Mumbai apprentice notification.
3. Fill the online application form and choose your trade(s).
4. Upload the photograph, signature, and educational certificates in the prescribed format.
5. Submit the form before the closing date and save a printout for future reference.

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

How many vacancies are in Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A total of 283 apprentice seats are available across 32 designated trades, under Advertisement No. DAS (MBI)/APP/IT-28. The largest allocations are in Electrician (37), Shipwright Wood (24), Mechanic Diesel (23) and Fitter (21).

What is the last date to apply for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice 2026?

The notification states the window as a formula: registration opens on the 5th day after publication in Employment News (3 to 9 October 2026 issue) and closes on the 21st day from the opening date, up to 11:55 PM. Candidates should check the official portal for the exact dates.

What is the qualification for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice?

For most trades: minimum 50 percent aggregate in relevant subjects in 10th Standard, plus minimum 50 percent aggregate in ITI (consolidated, all semesters) in the respective trade under NCVT or SCVT. Rigger needs 50 percent in 8th Standard; Crane Operator needs 50 percent in 10th Standard.

What is the age limit for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There is no upper age limit. The minimum age is 14 years for non-hazardous trades and 18 years for hazardous trades, counted as on the closing date for online applications.

What is the stipend for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice?

The monthly stipend is Rs. 9,600 for most trades, Rs. 8,200 for Crane Operator Overhead, and Rs. 6,800 for Rigger.

Is there an application fee for Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice 2026?

No application fee is specified in the notification. The notification cautions that no money is required to be paid to anyone, and selection is purely merit-based.

Disclaimer

This article is based on the published information available at the time of writing. Candidates must verify all dates, vacancy figures, eligibility conditions, and the application process from the official notification and the official portal apprenticeshipregistration.com before applying. We are not responsible for changes made by Naval Dockyard Mumbai after publication.