The Indian Navy has announced the commencement of the application process for the recruitment of designated trade apprentices for the 2025-26 batch at the Naval Dockyard Apprentices School in Visakhapatnam. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications through the official website, www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, with the application period closing on January 2, 2025. This recruitment initiative aims to fill a total of 275 positions.
The written examination for the selection of candidates is tentatively slated for February 28, 2025, with results expected to be announced by March 4, 2025. The recruitment process will consist of multiple stages, including a written exam, document verification, an interview, and a medical examination.
Candidates interested in applying must adhere to the eligibility criteria laid down by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. There is no upper age limit for apprenticeship training as specified under office memorandum No. F.No. MSDE-14(03)/2021 AP-(PMU), dated December 20, 2021. Nevertheless, applicants must be at least 14 years of age, with a minimum age requirement of 18 for positions classified under hazardous occupations. To be eligible, candidates must have been born on or before May 2, 2011.
In addition to the age criteria, candidates must meet certain physical standards as indicated in Rule 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992. It is essential for applicants to note that those who have already completed or are currently pursuing apprenticeship training in the same trade with any organization under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, are not eligible to apply.
For those who want to pursue this opportunity, the application process is straightforward. Candidates should visit the official website, register on the portal, and then navigate to the “Apprenticeship Opportunities” section to apply for the apprentice program. Applicants must fill in all required details, submit the application, and should print out their submission for future reference.
For more detailed information, candidates are encouraged to consult the official website provided.
