Naval Dockyard Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : The Ministry of Defence (Navy) has officially released the Naval Dockyard Apprentice School, Visakhapatnam recruitment notification for the 2026-27 batch. Advertisement Number DAS(V)/01/25 invites applications for 320 Designated Trade Apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Interested and eligible ITI-qualified candidates can apply through the prescribed offline process. The last date for receipt of applications at DAS (V) is January 2, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written examination tentatively scheduled for March 22, 2026 at Visakhapatnam.
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Naval Dockyard Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Naval Dockyard Apprentices School, Visakhapatnam recruitment notification PDF provides complete details about trade-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application procedure, and selection process. Candidates must carefully read the notification before applying to ensure they meet all requirements, including mandatory registration on the apprenticeship portal and offline submission.
Download Naval Dockyard Apprentice 2026 Notification PDF
Naval Dockyard Apprentice 2026: Overview
The Naval Dockyard Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers excellent technical training opportunities in various trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Here’s a detailed overview:
| Organization | Ministry of Defence (Navy) |
|---|---|
| Establishment | Naval Dockyard Apprentices School, Visakhapatnam |
| Advertisement No. | DAS(V)/01/25 |
| Post Name | Designated Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 320 |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online Registration + Offline Submission |
| Last Date for Application Receipt | January 2, 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | March 22, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Location | Visakhapatnam |
| Selection Process | Merit Shortlisting + Written Exam + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
| Official Reference | Apprenticeship Act, 1961 & Rules 1992 |
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Naval Dockyard Apprentice Vacancy 2026
The Naval Dockyard Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes 320 vacancies distributed across 15 designated trades with category-wise reservation. Horizontal reservation for PWD and Armed Forces categories is also applicable.
| Designated Trade | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanic Diesel | 32 |
| Machinist | 12 |
| Mechanic (Central AC Plant) | 6 |
| Foundryman | 3 |
| Fitter | 60 |
| Pipe Fitter | 30 |
| Electrician | 35 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 5 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 17 |
| Welder (Gas and Electric) | 20 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 30 |
| Shipwright (Wood) | 30 |
| Painter (General) | 15 |
| Mechanic Mechatronics | 10 |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 15 |
| Total | 320 |
Note:
- Additional horizontal reservation: PWD (10 vacancies), Armed Forces (10 vacancies)
- Vacancies are indicative and may change
- Unfilled reserved vacancies will be filled by candidates from other categories
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How to Apply for Naval Dockyard Apprentice 2026?
Candidates must follow a two-step process: Online registration on the apprenticeship portal followed by offline application submission.
Step-by-Step Application Procedure:
Mandatory Online Registration:
- Register on www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in under NAPS
- Ensure Aadhar and SSC certificate details match
- Complete 100% profile with educational details, trade preference, and document uploads
- Search for “NAVAL DOCKYARD” (Establishment ID: E08152800002) and apply for desired trade
Offline Application Submission:
- Take printout of complete apprenticeship profile
- Fill two copies of hall ticket (Annexure-I) with ball point pen
- Paste recent passport-size color photograph
- Prepare envelope with all documents, check-off list (Annexure-II), and self-addressed envelope with ₹55 postal stamps
- Mail to: *The Officer-in-Charge (for Apprenticeship), Naval Dockyard Apprentices School, VM Naval Base S.O., Visakhapatnam – 530 014*
- Write trade name on envelope
- Ensure application reaches by January 2, 2026
Naval Dockyard Apprentice Eligibility 2026
Checl Eligibility Here:
Educational Qualification:
- SSC/Matric/Std X: Minimum 50% aggregate
- ITI (NCVT/SCVT): Minimum 65% aggregate
- Note: Certificates without marks/grades/percentage will not be accepted
Age Criteria:
- Minimum Age: 14 years for non-hazardous trades, 18 years for hazardous trades
- Maximum Age: No upper age restriction as per MSDE guidelines
- As on: Candidates born on or before May 2, 2012 (non-hazardous) / May 2, 2008 (hazardous) are eligible
Physical Standards:
- Must satisfy minimum physical fitness standards under Rule 4 of Apprenticeship Rules 1992
Previous Training:
- Candidates who have completed or are pursuing apprenticeship in the same trade under 1961 Act are not eligible
Naval Dockyard Apprentice Selection Process 2026
Check selection process here:
1. Shortlisting for Written Exam:
- Based on SSC (70%) and ITI (30%) marks
- Merit list prepared trade and category-wise
- Hall tickets issued in 1:5 ratio against vacancies
2. Written Examination:
- Date: March 22, 2026 (Tentative)
- Type: OMR-based, 100 Multiple Choice Questions
- Subjects: Mathematics (35), General Science (35), General Knowledge (30)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Language: English
- Marking: 1 mark per question, no negative marking
3. Final Merit List:
- Prepared based on written exam marks
- Tie-breakers: Older candidate first, then alphabetical order of name
4. Document Verification:
- Scheduled on March 30, 2026
- Original certificates required: SSC, ITI, Aadhar, Caste, PWD, Armed Forces (as applicable)
5. Medical Examination:
- Begins March 31, 2026 onwards
- As per physical fitness standards under Apprenticeship Rules
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | Published |
| Last Date for Application Receipt | January 2, 2026 |
| Tentative Written Exam Date | March 22, 2026 (Forenoon) |
| Declaration of Written Results | March 25, 2026 (Afternoon) |
| Document Verification | March 30, 2026 |
| Medical Examination | From March 31, 2026 |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Naval Dockyard Apprentice 2026?
Ans: The last date for receipt of applications at DAS (V) is January 2, 2026.
Q2. Is there any application fee?
Ans: No application fee is mentioned in the notification. However, candidates must send a self-addressed envelope with ₹55 postal stamps.
Q3. How many vacancies are available?
Ans: There are 320 vacancies across 15 designated trades.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Ans: Shortlisting based on academic marks → Written Exam → Document Verification → Medical Examination.