Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for Technician (Vocational) Apprentice Programme for One Year (IT-03 Batch). The recruitment drive carries Advertisement Number NSRY(SVP)/IT03/26 for a total of 50 vacancy seats across 13 designated ITI trades. The official notification was published in the Employment News (15–21 August 2026) edition. Online applications will start on 17 August 2026 at 10:00 AM, and candidates can submit their forms until the last date on 10 October 2026, till 11:59 PM.
This apprenticeship program under the Ministry of Defence (Navy) offers ITI passed candidates a valuable hands-on training opportunity at the Andaman and Nicobar Command. Applicants are strongly advised to check all necessary trade-specific requirements and age criteria before filling out their online application forms.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Ministry of Defence (Navy), Andaman and Nicobar Command |
| Department Name | Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram |
| Post Name | Apprentice (IT-03 Batch) |
| Advt. No. | NSRY(SVP)/IT03/26 |
| Total Vacancy | 50 |
| Pay Scale | As per Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 |
| Notification Date | 15.08.2026 |
| Category | Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | apprenticeship.recttindia.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 15.08.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 17.08.2026 (10:00 AM onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10.10.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is Minimum 18 Years (No Upper Age Limit). The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is one day before the commencement of training. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Electrician | 08 | 10th Pass + ITI in Electrician |
| Fitter | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in Fitter |
| ICTSM | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in ICTSM / ITESM / Broad Based Basic Training in IT Sector |
| Instrument Mechanic | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Instrument Mechanic |
| Machinist | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Machinist |
| Mechanic Ref & AC | 03 | 10th Pass + ITI in Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in Mechanic (Diesel) |
| PASAA / COPA | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Computer Operator & Programming Assistant |
| Pipe Fitter | 03 | 10th Pass + ITI in Plumber |
| Shipwright (Wood) | 06 | 10th Pass + ITI in Carpenter |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 05 | 10th Pass + ITI in Welder |
| Electronics Mechanic | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Electronics Mechanic |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 02 | 10th Pass + ITI in Sheet Metal Worker |
Physical Standards
The standard of Physical Fitness shall be as per Rule 4 and Schedule – II of Apprenticeship Rules, 1992. Selected candidates will undergo an examination by the Yard Medical Officer of Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram, prior to enrolment. Additionally, candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Hospital/Medical Officer.
Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on Preliminary Merit List (Marks in 10th + ITI Aggregate %)
- Interview / Trade Test (50 Marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official portal at https://apprenticeship.recttindia.in/.
- Register as a new user and complete your basic profile details.
- Select the designated trade matching your ITI qualification.
- Upload required color scanned documents (PDF format, max 200 KB) along with photo (JPEG, blue background) and signature.
- Review all details carefully and submit the online application form before 10 October 2026 (23:59 hrs).
- Download and print the acknowledgment receipt for future document verification.
Important Links
| Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| Navy Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link (From 17.08.2026) | Apply Online |
| Naval Ship Repair Yard Official Website | Indian Navy |

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