Indian Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Created by Sayooj NS in News 24 Oct 2025

Indian Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Key Information and Detailed Explanation

This recruitment drive is for 210 Apprentice positions for the 2026-27/28 batch under The Apprentices Act, 1961. The training offers a "learn while you earn" model with a monthly stipend.

Key Highlights

Posts: ITI (Industrial Training Institute) and Non-ITI (Fresher) Apprentices.
Total Vacancies: 210.
Training Locations:
1. Naval Ship Repair Yard (NSRY), Karwar, Karnataka (180 Vacancies).
2. Naval Aircraft Yard (NAY), Dabolim, Goa (30 Vacancies).
Stipend: Varies by trade and training period, ranging from ₹3,400 to ₹9,600 per month.
Application Mode: Online Registration on the Apprenticeship India portal PLUS compulsory Offline Submission (by post).
Last Date to Mail Application: 17 November 2025.
Written Exam Date: January 2026 (Tentative).
Training Commencement: 13 April 2026 (Tentative).
Application Fee: NIL (Free of cost for all candidates).

Vacancy Breakdown

The 210 vacancies are distributed across two main facilities and various technical trades:

Establishment	Total Vacancies	Key Trade Examples	Eligibility
NSRY, Karwar	180	Fitter (24), Electrician (12), Electronics Mechanic (11), Mechanic Diesel (12), Shipwright Wood (9), Welder (9).	ITI, 10th Pass, or 8th Pass (for Rigger)
NAY, Goa	30	Electrician Aircraft (5), Electronics Mechanic (5), Machinist (5), Mechanic Instrument Aircraft (5), Welder (2).	ITI or 10th Pass

Non-ITI (Fresher) Trades at Karwar:

Crane Operator (10th Pass) - 2 Vacancies
Forger and Heat Treater (10th Pass) - 5 Vacancies
Rigger (8th Pass) - 5 Vacancies

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Post Category	Required Qualification
ITI Trades	10th Standard Pass AND an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT or SCVT-recognized institute.
Non-ITI (Fresher): Crane Operator & Forger	10th Standard Pass.
Non-ITI (Fresher): Rigger	8th Standard Pass.

2. Age Limit (as of 13 April 2026)

No Upper Age Limit for the apprenticeship.
Minimum Age (Non-Hazardous Trades): 14 years (Born on or before 12 April 2012).
Minimum Age (Hazardous Trades): 18 years (Born on or before 12 April 2008).

Stipend and Benefits

The payment is a fixed monthly stipend, not a regular salary, emphasizing the "learn while you earn" model.

Category / Trade	Training Period	Monthly Stipend
ITI Certificate Holders	12 months	₹9,600/-
Crane Operator	Initial 3 months / 4-12 months / 13-15 months	₹4,100 / ₹8,200 / ₹9,020
Forger & Heat Treater	Initial 3 months / 4-12 months / 13-24 months	₹4,100 / ₹8,200 / ₹9,020
Rigger	Initial 3 months / 4-12 months / 13-24 months	₹3,400 / ₹6,800 / ₹7,480

Main Benefit: The primary advantage is high-quality, hands-on training in a prestigious Defence organization, which provides a significant edge for future permanent technical jobs in the Indian Navy and the wider defence sector.

Selection Process

The process is multi-staged and focuses on merit.

Stage	Process Detail	Basis for Selection
1. Preliminary Merit List	Shortlisting of candidates for the written exam.	ITI: Combined average % of marks in 10th Std AND ITI exam. Non-ITI: % marks in 8th (Rigger) or 10th (others).
2. Written Examination	Called in a 1:20 ratio (20 candidates per vacancy). Scheduled for January 2026 at Karwar.	OMR-based (Offline), 100 MCQs (Maths-35, Science-35, GK-30). No Negative Marking.
3. Final Selection	Final merit list published.	Based ONLY on marks scored in the Written Examination. Followed by Document Verification and Medicals.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

The application is a mandatory two-part process. Failure to complete both steps will result in rejection.

Part 1: Online Registration

Aadhaar/SSC Check: Ensure Name, Date of Birth, and Father’s Name are identical on both the Aadhaar Card and 10th Std Certificate.
Register: Go to the official Apprenticeship India portal and complete the profile, including educational qualifications and Aadhaar validation.
Apply Online: Search for the establishment "Naval Ship Repair Yard, Karwar" and apply for the eligible trade.
Download Profile: After applying online, download and print the completed Candidate Profile.

Part 2: Critical Offline Submission (By Post)

Candidates MUST send the following documents by Speed Post or Registered Post:

The downloaded printout of the Candidate Profile.
Self-attested copies of:
- 10th Std Mark Sheet (or 8th for Rigger).
- ITI Mark Sheet (all semesters).
- Category Certificate (OBC/SC/ST), if applicable.
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable.
- Aadhaar Card.
A “Certificate of Undertaking” (as per the format in the notification) stating the choice of establishment (Karwar or Goa).

Mailing Address:

The Officer-In-Charge, Dockyard Apprentice School, Naval Ship Repair Yard, Naval Base, Karwar, Karnataka – 581308

Last Date: The complete package must reach the address by 17 November 2025.

The syllabus for the Indian Navy Apprentice Written Examination (Stage 2) is based on the subjects and weightage mentioned in the recruitment details.

The written exam will be an OMR-based (Offline) Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) test with the following structure and subjects:

Indian Navy Apprentice Written Examination Syllabus and Pattern

The examination is scheduled to be held tentatively in January 2026 at Karwar.

1. Exam Pattern Breakdown

Subject	No. of Questions	Marks Allotted	Total Marks	Duration	Negative Marking
Mathematics	35	35	100	2 Hours	NO
General Science	35	35
General Knowledge (GK)	30	30
Total	100	100	100	2 Hours	NO

The question paper will be bilingual (in English and Hindi).
The final merit list will be prepared based only on the marks obtained in this written examination.

2. Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

The questions are generally based on the level of Class 8th to 10th Standard for the respective subjects.

A. Mathematics (35 Marks)

The focus is on arithmetic and basic algebraic concepts:

Number Systems: Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals, and Fractions, Relationship between numbers.
Fundamental Operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount.
Measurements: Time and Work, Time and Distance.
Geometry/Algebra Basics: Basic algebraic identities, Graphs of Linear Equations (based on general expectations for a 10th-pass level recruitment).

B. General Science (35 Marks)

This section assesses knowledge of fundamental concepts from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology:

Physics: Physical World and Measurement, Work, Energy and Power, Motion, Gravitation, Kinematics, Laws of Motion.
Chemistry: Metals and Non-Metals, Organic Chemistry.
Biology: Nutrition and Health, Physiology and Human Diseases.
General Concepts: Emphasis is on scientific principles and their applications in real-world scenarios, typically covered up to the 10th standard.

C. General Knowledge (30 Marks)

This section tests awareness of national and international events and basic facts:

Current Affairs: National and International news, Important Events.
Static GK: History, Culture, Geography, Indian Constitution/General Polity, Scientific Research, India and its neighboring countries.
Economy & Finance: Basic economic and banking concepts.
Miscellaneous: Sports, Awards and Prizes, Famous Days & Dates.