NSRY Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Naval Ship Repair Yard (NSRY), Sri Vijaya Puram, operating under the Ministry of Defence (Navy), has announced the commencement of the Technician (Vocational) Apprentice Programme for the IT-03 Batch (2026-27). This one-year training program is designed for Indian nationals who have completed their ITI education in specific trades. Interested candidates must submit their applications through the online portal before the specified deadline in October.
NSRY Vacancy Trade-Wise Details
There are a total of 50 openings available for this batch. The distribution across various technical trades is as follows:
| Designated Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 08 |
| Fitter | 05 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 05 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 05 |
| ICTSM | 05 |
| Shipwright (Wood) | 06 |
| Mechanic Ref & AC | 03 |
| Pipe Fitter | 03 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 02 |
| Machinist | 02 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 02 |
| PASAA | 02 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 02 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have successfully passed their Matriculation (10th Standard) examination.
- Applicants must hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years (as of one day prior to the training start date).
- Maximum Age: Please refer to the official notification for details (No upper age limit currently applies per recent guidelines).
Important Dates
- Start Date of Online Application: Third day following the advertisement publication in Employment News.
- Final Date to Apply: 10 October 2026 (until 23:59 hrs).
- Tentative Training Start Date: 01 December 2026.
Application Fee
Please refer to the official notification for details regarding any application charges.
Selection Process
The recruitment process involves multiple stages to ensure the selection of qualified apprentices:
- Initial Shortlisting: Based on a merit list calculated from the marks obtained in the ITI trade and 10th standard.
- Technical Interview: Shortlisted individuals will be invited for a face-to-face interview worth 50 marks at Sri Vijaya Puram.
- Verification: Successful candidates must undergo document verification and a medical fitness assessment conducted by the Yard Medical Officer.
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official apprenticeship recruitment website at https://apprenticeship.recttindia.in/.
- Complete the registration process and log in to fill out the application form.
- Prepare scanned copies of your 10th-grade mark sheet, ITI certificate, Aadhaar card, and category certificates (if applicable) in color PDF format (under 200 KB).
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph with a blue background.
- Review all details for accuracy and submit the form online before 10 October 2026.
Official Links
- Official Notification: Download PDF
- Online Application Portal: Click Here to Apply