Naval Dockyard Karwar & Naval Aircraft Yard Goa Trade Apprentice Engagement 2027–28/29
Core Information Sheet
Important Dates
| Apply Starts: | 10/10/2026 |
| Last Date: | 9/11/2026 |
| Fee Payment: | N/A |
| Exam Date: | Announced |
Application Fees
| General / OBC: | ₹0 |
| EWS: | ₹0 |
| SC / ST: | ₹0 |
| Female: | ₹0 |
Age Limitation
| Min Age: | 14 Years |
| Max Age: | 18 Years |
| Relaxations:14 Years for non-hazardous trades; 18 Years for hazardous trades | |
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Total: 9,709 days lived
Base: 18 Yrs + 0 Yrs (UR)
Overage (Exceeds 18 yrs max)
Post Wise Vacancies & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Specific Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Marine Engine Fitter, Pipe Fitter, Welder, Rigger, etc.) | 210 |
Selection Process
Examination Structure & Selection Process
Preliminary Merit List: Shortlisting of candidates based on marks obtained in the qualifying academic/technical examinations (10th and ITI marks ratio).
Written Examination: A 100-mark OMR-based written test conducted at Karwar (shortlisted in a 1:20 ratio per vacancy) with no negative marking.
Final Merit & Document Verification: Final merit list prepared requiring a minimum qualifying threshold of 40%, followed by document verification and medical examinations.
How to Apply Steps
How to Apply
Part 1 - Online Registration: Visit the official apprenticeship portal at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, complete your candidate profile (ensuring name, DOB, and father's name match your 10th certificate exactly), and apply for the establishment Naval Dockyard Karwar or Naval Aircraft Yard Goa.
Part 2 - Offline Dispatch: Print out your completed candidate profile and application form.
Attach self-attested copies of all mandatory educational, technical, and category documents.
Mail the complete application package via Speed Post or Registered Post to the following address before 9 November 2026:
Important Documents Required
Printed candidate profile registration page from the apprenticeship portal.
Matriculation / 10th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth and Name matching Aadhaar).
8th standard mark sheet (specifically for Rigger applicants).
ITI Semester-wise mark sheets and National Trade Certificate (NTC) / SCVT certificate.
Caste / Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC), if applicable.
Disability Certificate (PwBD) or Ex-Serviceman ward proof, if claiming horizontal reservations.
Passport-size photographs.
Written Examination Pattern
- Mode: OMR-based objective written test conducted at Karwar.
- Total Marks: 100 Marks.
- Negative Marking: None.
Syllabus Focus: General Knowledge, Mathematics, General Science, and Trade-specific aptitude/theory corresponding to the educational standard of the applied position.
Vacancy & Eligibility
Post-wise Breakdown & Distribution (Total: 210 Posts)
- Naval Dockyard, Karwar (Karnataka): 180 Posts across 27 designated trades (including Fitter, Electrician, Marine Engine Fitter, Pipe Fitter, Shipwright Steel, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, TIG/MIG Welder, etc.)
Naval Aircraft Yard (Goa), Dabolim: 30 Posts across 13 trades (including Electrician Aircraft, Electronics Mechanic, Painter, Sheet Metal Worker, COPA, etc.)
Educational Qualifications
- ITI Trades: Standard X (10th) pass with a minimum aggregate score, plus an ITI (NCVT/SCVT) pass in the relevant designated trade.
Non-ITI / Fresher Trades:
- Crane Operator Overhead (Steel Industry) & Forger/Heat Treater: Standard X (10th) pass as a fresher.
- Rigger: Standard VIII (8th) pass as a fresher.
Important Links Portal
Recruitment FAQs
Q.Q1. How many total vacancies are available in Naval Dockyard Karwar Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 210 vacancies (180 at Naval Dockyard Karwar and 30 at Naval Aircraft Yard Goa).
Q.Q2. What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The last date for the printed application profile to reach Karwar by post is 9 November 2026.
Q.Q3. Is both online registration and offline postal submission mandatory?
Yes, candidates must complete online registration on the apprenticeship portal and mail their printed profile with documents to Karwar.
Q.Q4. What is the educational requirement for ITI trades?
Candidates must have passed 10th standard along with an ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the designated trade matching the apprenticeship post.
Q.Q5. Are there any non-ITI posts available?
Yes, posts like Crane Operator Overhead, Forger & Heat Treater (10th pass freshers), and Rigger (8th pass freshers) do not require an ITI certificate.
Q.Q6. Is there an application fee?
No, application submission is completely free for all categories.
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