Naval Dockyard Karwar & Goa Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Indian Navy has advertised 210 apprenticeship training seats for the training year 2027–28/29 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The advertisement appeared in Employment News, 10–16 October 2026 (pages 41–45).
There are 180 seats at Naval Dockyard, Naval Base, Karwar, Karnataka and 30 seats at Naval Aircraft Yard (Goa), Dabolim. Opportunities are available for candidates with 10th + relevant ITI; selected non-ITI trades accept 10th pass or 8th pass candidates. Both eligible male and female Indian citizens may apply.
Important: This recruitment requires two application steps: apply through the NAPS / Apprenticeship India website and then send a printed Candidate Profile with self-attested documents by Speed Post or Registered Post to Karwar within 30 days from publication of the advertisement in Employment News. Online registration alone is not sufficient.
Naval Dockyard Karwar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Naval Dockyard, Karwar / Naval Aircraft Yard (Goa) |
| Ministry | Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence |
| Recruitment Type | Designated Trade Apprenticeship Training |
| Employment News | 10–16 October 2026, pages 41–45 |
| Training Year | 2027–28/29 |
| Total Seats | 210 |
| Karwar | 180 seats (161 one-year and 19 longer-duration) |
| Goa | 30 seats (one-year training) |
| Qualification | 10th + NCVT/SCVT ITI, or Class 10 / Class 8 for specified non-ITI trades |
| Age | Minimum 14 or 18 years, based on hazardous/non-hazardous trade; no upper age limit for apprenticeship |
| Stipend | ₹9,600/month for ITI certificate holders; separate notified slabs for non-ITI trades |
| Application Fee | No fee |
| Selection | Preliminary merit → OMR written exam → final merit → verification/medical |
| Application Method | Apprenticeship India registration/application + postal Candidate Profile |
| Application Deadline | Within 30 days of publication in Employment News (approximately 9 November 2026) |
| Proposed Written Test | January 2027 at Karwar (subject to change) |
| Expected Training Start | 12 April 2027 |
Total Vacancies: 180 at Karwar and 30 at Goa
| Training Establishment | Seats |
|---|---|
| Naval Dockyard, Karwar (Karnataka) | 180 |
| Naval Aircraft Yard (Goa), Dabolim | 30 |
| Total | 210 |
Note for Goa applicants: The official notice specifies 30 seats overall at Naval Aircraft Yard (Goa) and gives maximum vacancies per trade, not final additive seats. The 13 trade-wise maximum figures should not be added together as if they represent 30 fixed seats.
Naval Dockyard Karwar – Trade-wise 180 Vacancies
| Apprentice Trade | Seats |
|---|---|
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 2 |
| Electrician | 12 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 11 |
| Fitter | 24 |
| Information & Communication Technology Maintenance (ICTM) | 5 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 3 |
| Machinist | 2 |
| Marine Engine Fitter | 15 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 12 |
| Mechanic (Embedded System & PLC) | 2 |
| Mechanic Industrial Electronics | 9 |
| Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | 2 |
| Mechanic Mechatronics | 11 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 2 |
| Mechanic Refrigeration & AC | 6 |
| Operator Advanced Machine Tool | 3 |
| Painter (General) | 5 |
| Pipe Fitter | 5 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 2 |
| Shipwright (Wood) | 9 |
| Tailor (General) | 5 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 9 |
| TIG/MIG Welder | 5 |
| Shipwright (Steel) | 7 |
| Crane Operator Overhead (Steel Industry) | 2 |
| Forger & Heat Treater | 5 |
| Rigger | 5 |
| Total | 180 |
Training duration: The first 23 Karwar trades carry one-year training (161 seats). Shipwright (Steel), Forger & Heat Treater and Rigger have two-year training; Crane Operator Overhead (Steel Industry) is shown as 15 months in the notice.
Kerala ITI applicants: Notified trades include Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Mechanic Diesel, Machinist, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Welder and related trades. A candidate’s ITI certificate must exactly match one of the eligible trades/alternatives indicated in the advertisement.
Naval Aircraft Yard Goa – 13 Trades (30 Seats Overall)
The Goa notice lists the following maximum seats per trade; the overall intake is 30 for one-year training. The individual maximums are caps and may not be summed to determine the overall vacancies.
| Apprenticeship Trade | Maximum per Trade |
|---|---|
| Shipwright (Wood) | 02 |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant | 02 |
| Electrician | 05 |
| Electrician Aircraft | 05 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 05 |
| Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance | 02 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 02 |
| Machinist | 05 |
| Mechanic Instrument Aircraft | 05 |
| Mechanic Radar & Radio Aircraft | 05 |
| Painter (General) | 02 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 02 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 02 |
Educational Qualification
| Trade Category | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| ITI apprenticeship trades | Pass in Class 10 and the relevant NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate |
| Crane Operator Overhead (Steel Industry) | 10th pass (fresher) |
| Forger & Heat Treater | 10th pass (fresher) |
| Rigger | 8th pass (fresher) |
The advert specifies pass as the minimum examination percentage for these qualification classes. Non-ITI applicants should select only the corresponding non-ITI trade, and ITI applicants should check the exact mapped eligible trade.
Age Limit – No Upper Age Limit
The notice states there is no upper age restriction for apprenticeship under the applicable MSDE memorandum. The minimum age on the expected start date, 12 April 2027, is:
- Non-hazardous trades: at least 14 years (born on or before 12 April 2013).
- Hazardous trades: at least 18 years (born on or before 12 April 2009).
Applicants should check the applicable hazardous-trade classification and physical fitness requirements in the advertisement.
Naval Dockyard Apprentice Stipend 2026
| Category and Training Period | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI certificate holder (months 1–12) | ₹9,600 |
| Crane Operator Overhead: months 1–3 | ₹4,100 |
| Crane Operator Overhead: months 4–12 | ₹8,200 |
| Crane Operator Overhead: months 13–15 | ₹9,020 |
| Forger & Heat Treater: months 1–3 | ₹4,100 |
| Forger & Heat Treater: months 4–12 | ₹8,200 |
| Forger & Heat Treater: months 13–24 | ₹9,020 |
| Rigger: months 1–3 | ₹3,400 |
| Rigger: months 4–12 | ₹6,800 |
| Rigger: months 13–24 | ₹7,480 |
Stipend and duration are governed by the advertisement and applicable apprenticeship rules. Apprenticeship training does not guarantee a permanent Indian Navy job.
Selection Process
- Preliminary merit: ITI trades are shortlisted using the aggregate percentage in ITI and Class 10; non-ITI trades are assessed using the relevant 10th/8th marks. The notice describes tie-breaking rules.
- Written examination: Candidates are shortlisted trade-wise/category-wise, in a ratio of up to 1:20 for available seats.
- Final merit: Based on written-test marks; candidates need at least 40% aggregate to qualify for final merit.
- Certificate verification and medical fitness: Selected candidates must complete the prescribed formalities before joining.
Written Examination Pattern
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 35 |
| General Science | 35 |
| General Knowledge | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
The examination is OMR-based, comprises multiple-choice questions, lasts 2 hours and has no negative marking. The paper is bilingual (English and Hindi). It is scheduled tentatively at Karwar in January 2027; any changes will be communicated through the registered email.
How to Apply – Online + Offline Both Are Required
- Open the official Apprenticeship India (NAPS) portal and complete Candidate Login/Registration.
- Ensure that the name, date of birth and father’s name in Aadhaar match the SSC/Class 10 certificate (Class 8 pass proof for Rigger where applicable).
- Complete personal/educational details, trade selection, bank account and Aadhaar validation.
- Under Apprenticeship Opportunities, search for establishment “Naval Dockyard, Karwar” and apply for the eligible apprenticeship trade.
- Select “Uttara Kannada” as directed in the printed application instructions.
- Open the Candidate Profile in the portal, download and print it.
- Attach the self-attested supporting documents and the undertaking specifying your selected training establishment: Naval Dockyard Karwar OR Naval Aircraft Yard Goa.
- Send the printed Candidate Profile and documents by Speed Post / Registered Post to the Karwar postal address below, within 30 days from the Employment News publication.
Do not stop after the online application. The official notice separately requires a postal Candidate Profile and documents.
Postal Address for Printed Application
The Officer-in-Charge
Dockyard Apprentice School
Naval Dockyard, Naval Base
Karwar, Karnataka – 581308
Documents Required for Postal Submission
- Printed Candidate Profile from the Apprenticeship India portal.
- Self-attested copy of SSC/Matric/Class 10 marksheet; Class 8 marksheet for Rigger.
- Self-attested ITI marksheets, including semester-wise and consolidated marks, where applicable.
- Relevant OBC/SC/ST category certificate, if claiming reservation.
- PwBD disability certificate, if applicable.
- Self-attested Aadhaar Card copy.
- Signed undertaking specifying Naval Dockyard Karwar or Naval Aircraft Yard Goa as the intended training establishment.
Application Fee
No application fee is required. The notification expressly warns that applicants should not pay any person or agent for enrolment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timing |
|---|---|
| Publication in Employment News | 10–16 October 2026 issue |
| Postal application deadline | Within 30 days of advertisement publication (about 9 November 2026 if counted from 10 October) |
| Written Examination | January 2027 (tentative) |
| Training Commencement | 12 April 2027 (likely) |
Deadline caution: The advertisement uses a relative 30-day deadline, not a separately printed calendar date. Send the postal documents early rather than relying on an estimated last day.
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply / Register – Apprenticeship India | Open NAPS Portal |
| Official Employment News Issue | Employment News Website – 10–16 October 2026, pages 41–45 |
| Indian Navy Website | View Indian Navy Information |
Source: Employment News, 10–16 October 2026, pages 41–45, notice titled “Enrolment for Apprenticeship Training in Designated Trades at Naval Dockyard, Naval Base, Karwar and Naval Aircraft Yard (Goa).” The supplied scan is the source for this article; the Employment News website link above is an issue homepage, not a direct PDF download.
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Can Candidates from Kerala Apply?
Yes. The notice invites qualified Indian citizens, both male and female; it does not state a Kerala domicile exclusion. Eligible candidates from Kerala may apply for the relevant Karwar or Goa apprenticeship trades, but the training takes place in Karnataka or Goa, not Kerala.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apprentice seats are available?
210 in total: 180 at Karwar and 30 at Goa.
Can 8th-pass candidates apply?
Yes, for the Rigger trade at Karwar, subject to the stated age and other eligibility conditions.
Are 10th-pass freshers eligible without ITI?
Yes, for Crane Operator Overhead (Steel Industry) and Forger & Heat Treater. Other trades generally require a matching ITI qualification along with Class 10.
Is there an upper age limit?
The notification states no upper age restriction for apprenticeship, although minimum age rules apply by hazardous/non-hazardous trade.
How much stipend will ITI apprentices get?
₹9,600 per month for ITI certificate holders under the notified first-year stipend table.
Is there a written exam?
Yes. Shortlisted candidates face a 100-mark, two-hour OMR written examination covering Maths, General Science and General Knowledge, with no negative marking.
Is online submission enough?
No. After applying on Apprenticeship India, applicants must post the printed Candidate Profile and required certificates to the Dockyard Apprentice School, Karwar.
When is the last date?
The official requirement is within 30 days of publication of the notice in Employment News. The 10 October 2026 issue date implies approximately 9 November 2026, but applicants should send documents before the deadline rather than wait for the last day.
Does apprenticeship guarantee a permanent Navy job?
No. The advertisement does not obligate the Navy or any government organisation to provide regular employment after apprenticeship completion.
Always check the original Employment News notice for final trade eligibility, reservations, age and application instructions. The final Employment News page in the uploaded PDF contains other, unrelated advertisements, which are not part of this Naval Dockyard recruitment.
