Kochi Metro Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 70 ITI, Diploma and Graduate Seats
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), a joint venture of the Government of India and Government of Kerala, has invited applications for 70 apprenticeship seats under notification KMRL/Apprenticeship/2026-27/HR-Admin/01 dated 15 October 2026. Opportunities cover Graduate Technical, Graduate Non-Technical, Diploma Technician and ITI Trade categories. Applications are accepted from 15 October to 10 November 2026; the official recruitment portal shows the closing time as 11:59 PM.
Important: These are one-year apprenticeship training positions, not permanent Kochi Metro jobs. The official careers listing specifies no application fee, no previous experience and offline submission. Candidates should consult the official recruitment PDF before applying.
Source note: The linked notification PDF could not be directly retrieved during preparation. The official careers listing confirms the total, closing date, fee, tenure and offline mode. Stipends and the detailed category breakup below are corroborated by current recruitment summaries and must be checked against the original PDF.
Kochi Metro Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Job Details
| Organization | Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) |
|---|---|
| Notification | KMRL/Apprenticeship/2026-27/HR-Admin/01 |
| Notification Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Total Seats | 70 |
| Training | Graduate Technical / Non-Technical, Technician (Diploma), ITI Trade Apprentice |
| Qualification | Notified BE/BTech engineering disciplines, BBA, BCom, BCA, Diploma or relevant ITI |
| Experience | Not required |
| Duration | One year |
| Monthly Stipend | Reported ₹9,600–₹12,300 plus ₹1,200 food/messing allowance |
| Application Fee | Nil (official KMRL portal) |
| Training Location | Kochi, Kerala |
| Application Mode | Apprenticeship portal registration + offline prescribed application to KMRL |
| Last Date | 10 November 2026, 11:59 PM (KMRL portal listing; ensure postal delivery within notification terms) |
KMRL Apprentice Vacancy and Stipend Details
| Category | Vacancies | Reported Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice – Technical | 16 | ₹12,300/month |
| Graduate Apprentice – Non-Technical | 6 | ₹12,300/month |
| Technician Apprentice – Diploma | 28 | ₹10,900/month |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | 20 | ₹9,600/month |
| Total | 70 | Post-wise |
Recruitment summaries additionally mention ₹1,200/month food/messing allowance. Exact discipline-wise and reservation-wise allocation is in the official notice.
Educational Qualification and Eligibility
Graduate Apprentice – Technical
Full-time regular BE/BTech in a notified engineering discipline. Applicants must check the discipline-wise seats and educational recognition requirements in KMRL’s PDF.
Graduate Apprentice – Non-Technical
Qualifying full-time degrees include BBA, BCom or BCA in relevant notified categories. Check the vacancy and discipline conditions in the original PDF.
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
Full-time regular engineering Diploma in a discipline listed in the notification. A diploma in an unrelated branch does not automatically qualify.
ITI Trade Apprentice
A recognised ITI certificate in one of the advertised trades is required. Read the trade-wise vacancy table in the notification to confirm eligibility.
Pass-out year: Contemporary summaries state that candidates must have completed the relevant qualifying course within the previous five years. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training or have substantial relevant work experience may be subject to statutory restrictions; verify the exact wording in the original notification. The KMRL listing specifies NIL prior experience.
Age Limit
Recruitment reports cite a minimum age of 18 years. The official careers preview does not show a numerical maximum age; it refers to relaxation according to reservation rules. Confirm the age conditions from the PDF before applying.
Selection Process
Current recruitment summaries describe qualifying-examination merit shortlisting followed by document verification, without a separate written exam or interview. The official vacancy listing does not provide a detailed selection scheme; the original PDF takes precedence.
Application Fee
No application fee (₹0). This is confirmed by the KMRL official recruitment listing.
How to Apply for Kochi Metro Apprenticeship 2026
- Visit the Kochi Metro official careers page and read Notification 217.pdf.
- Confirm the exact discipline, percentage, age, passing-year and apprenticeship-history requirements.
- Complete the relevant NATS registration (Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS registration (ITI), according to the notice.
- Download and fill KMRL’s prescribed Apprentice Bio-Data/Application Form as instructed.
- Attach self-attested copies of qualifications, mark lists, proof of age, apprenticeship portal registration, identity and applicable category documents.
- Send the application and enclosures to the KMRL corporate office using the method prescribed in the notification. Do not assume registering online completes the application.
- Ensure submission complies with the 10 November 2026 deadline; allow postal delivery time and retain dispatch proof.
Office address: Kochi Metro Rail Limited, 4th Floor, JLN Metro Station, Kaloor, Ernakulam – 682017. Confirm the recipient designation and envelope superscription from the PDF before posting.
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Notification released | 15 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Applications opened | 15 October 2026 |
| Official portal closing date | 10 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Document verification | To be notified to shortlisted applicants |
Official Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download Kochi Metro Apprentice 2026 Notification |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Listing / Application Information | Kochi Metro Careers |
| NATS | nats.education.gov.in |
| NAPS | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many KMRL Apprentice vacancies are announced?
The official careers page confirms 70 seats across Graduate, Diploma and ITI categories.
What is the last date?
The official portal lists 10 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. The procedure is offline, so read the PDF’s physical-delivery deadline carefully.
Can freshers apply?
Yes, the official vacancy preview lists NIL experience required, subject to qualification and apprenticeship eligibility rules.
Can ITI candidates apply?
Yes, there are 20 reported ITI Trade Apprentice seats, subject to the specified trades.
Is there an application fee?
No. KMRL’s portal shows an application fee of ₹0.
Is this a permanent Metro job?
No. It is a one-year apprenticeship training engagement and does not itself guarantee a permanent KMRL job.
What is the stipend?
Recruitment summaries report ₹9,600 (ITI), ₹10,900 (Diploma), ₹12,300 (Graduate) per month, plus a reported ₹1,200 monthly food allowance.
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Disclaimer: Geosial Eduland is an independent job-information website. The KMRL careers page confirmed total vacancies, fee, tenure, experience, mode and application window. Breakdown, stipend and some other details reflect secondary reporting because the specific PDF was not directly retrievable. The official notification and corrigenda take precedence.
