Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Naval Ship Repair Yard (NSRY), Sri Vijaya Puram, under the Ministry of Defence (Navy), Andaman and Nicobar Command, has officially released the recruitment notification for the One Year Technician (Vocational) Apprentice Programme – IT-03 Batch. The recruitment has been announced under Advertisement No. NSRY(SVP)/IT03/26 for a total of 50 Apprentice vacancies across 13 designated ITI trades.
The official notification has been published in the Employment News 15–21 August 2026 edition. Eligible ITI-qualified candidates can apply online from 17 August 2026 at 10:00 AM, while the last date to submit the application form is 10 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Candidates interested in Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 can check the complete details regarding vacancy, qualification, age limit, selection process, application procedure, and important links below.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Ministry of Defence (Navy), Andaman and Nicobar Command |
|---|---|
| Department | Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| Post Name | Apprentice (IT-03 Batch) |
| Advertisement No. | NSRY(SVP)/IT03/26 |
| Total Vacancies | 50 |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Pay/Stipend | As per Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 |
| Notification Date | 15 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar |
| Category | Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | apprenticeship.recttindia.in |
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 15 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 17 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR | Nil |
| OBC | Nil |
| EWS | Nil |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| ESM | Nil |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Not Applicable |
Note: No application fee is required for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Navy Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 50 vacancies have been announced across 13 designated ITI trades.
| Trade | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician | 08 | 10th Pass + ITI in Electrician |
| Fitter | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in Fitter |
| ICTSM | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in ICTSM / ITESM / Broad Based Basic Training in IT Sector |
| Instrument Mechanic | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Instrument Mechanic |
| Machinist | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Machinist |
| Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 03 | 10th Pass + ITI in Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in Mechanic (Diesel) |
| PASAA / COPA | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Computer Operator & Programming Assistant |
| Pipe Fitter | 03 | 10th Pass + ITI in Plumber |
| Shipwright (Wood) | 06 | 10th Pass + ITI in Carpenter |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in Welder |
| Electronics Mechanic | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Electronics Mechanic |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Sheet Metal Worker |
| Total | 50 | — |
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must generally have:
- Passed 10th Class from a recognized board.
- Passed the relevant ITI trade from a recognized ITI.
- The ITI trade should correspond to one of the trades mentioned in the official recruitment notification.
Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise qualification before submitting their application.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The minimum age required for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 18 years.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: No Upper Age Limit
- Age Cut-Off: One day before commencement of training
Age relaxation, wherever applicable, will be provided as per the relevant apprenticeship rules.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Physical Standards
The physical fitness requirements will be as prescribed under Rule 4 and Schedule-II of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.
Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination by the Yard Medical Officer, Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram, before enrolment.
Candidates will also be required to submit a medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Hospital/Medical Officer as prescribed.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes:
- Preliminary Merit List
- Interview / Trade Test – 50 Marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Preliminary Merit List
Candidates will initially be shortlisted on the basis of their marks in:
- 10th Class
- ITI Aggregate Percentage
Shortlisted candidates will subsequently be called for the prescribed interview/trade test and further selection stages.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Stipend
The apprenticeship training and stipend will be governed by the applicable provisions of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.
Candidates selected for the one-year apprenticeship programme will receive the applicable stipend as per the prevailing apprenticeship rules.
How to Apply for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official apprenticeship recruitment portal.
- Complete the new user registration.
- Enter the required basic personal and educational details.
- Select the designated trade matching your ITI qualification.
- Upload the required scanned documents.
- Upload your recent photograph in the prescribed format.
- Upload your signature as per the specified requirements.
- Carefully check all the information entered in the application form.
- Submit the online application before the last date.
- Download and print the acknowledgement/receipt for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- 10th Class Certificate/Marksheet
- ITI Certificate
- ITI Marksheets
- Photograph
- Signature
- Caste/Category Certificate, if applicable
- Medical Fitness Certificate, as prescribed
- Other required documents mentioned in the official notification
Document Format: The notification specifies scanned colour documents in PDF format with the prescribed file-size limit, along with photograph and signature in the required formats.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Online Form | Apply Online |
| Naval Ship Repair Yard Official Website | Indian Navy |
