Dockyard Apprentice School, Naval Dockyard Mumbai-400023 Apprentice – 283 Posts Recruitment 2026

How to Apply

Naval Dockyard Mumbai Apprentice Apply Online

1. Visit https://www.apprenticeshipregistration.com and download the online application guidelines before filling in the form.
2. Check that you meet the educational qualification and other criteria. Candidates from a Board or institution using the grade point system must get grade points converted into percentage of marks by the appropriate authority, or use a conversion chart from the respective Board. If unavailable, the lowest percentage of the grade point will be considered for shortlisting.
3. Keep your valid and active email ID and mobile number ready. No change in the email ID or mobile number is allowed once entered.
4. Write your Name and Date of Birth strictly as given in the matriculation certificate. Otherwise the candidature may be cancelled.
5. Upload the photograph, signature and documents listed above in the required formats and sizes.
6. Remember the password set during registration; further login is possible only with it.
7. Submit the application within the registration window and take a printout of the application form for personal record. No copy needs to be sent anywhere.
8. Download the E-admit card from the portal when released.

Candidates may apply for more than one designated trade in the same application. The examination centre for each may be one or different and may fall on the same day/shift. If two trades fall in the same shift, the candidate can appear for only one trade of his/her choice. If two exams are in different shifts on the same day, the candidate must reach the allotted centre.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Previous training: Candidates undergoing apprenticeship in any Govt./Public Sector/Private industrial organisation must terminate their ongoing contract through the MSDE Portal before applying, and must have fulfilled any cooling down criterion if applicable.
• Multiple applications: Do not submit multiple applications. If more than one is submitted, the one with the higher application number, if complete in all respects, is the only one considered.
• Provisional candidature: Applications are accepted provisionally. False or incorrect information leads to cancellation without prejudice to legal action.
• Caste certificates: SC/ST candidates must hold a latest caste certificate and produce the original on demand. OBC candidates must produce a valid caste certificate stating they do not belong to the creamy layer, in the format under GoI DoP&T OM 36033/1/2013-Estt(Res) dated 27 May 2013 and 36036/2/2013-Estt.(Res) dated 30 May 2014. If the OBC(NCL) certificate is not in the prescribed format or outside its validity period, the candidate is treated as General.
• Applying early: Apply well before the closing date. Naval Dockyard Mumbai is not responsible for mistakes in the online application or for non-receipt of communication on the registered mobile number/email.
• At the exam centre: Carry the admit card and an original photo ID (passport / Aadhaar / Driving licence / Govt. issued ID). Late reporting after the time on the admit card is not permitted. The name on the admit card is as per the matriculation certificate (Class VIIIth mark sheet for Rigger). If the name was changed and published in the official gazette after Class 10, a copy of the gazette must be given to the invigilator. Check the admit card for discrepancies before the exam; no correspondence is entertained after the examination.
• Exam conduct: Mobiles and electronic gadgets are banned in the premises, even in switch-off mode. Companions are not allowed at the venue or in its proximity. Candidates must arrange their own lodging/boarding and avoid bringing valuables.
• Results: Results of the written examination are published online through the portal. The option of opting out of personal information must be exercised at the time of filling up the online application.
• Hostel: Limited hostel facility for boys only, allocated on merit with first preference to outstation candidates; if vacant, it may be extended to local candidates (proof of current address required). There is no hostel or lodging facility for female candidates.
• Employment after training: Naval Dockyard Mumbai is not obliged to offer employment after training, and the apprentice is not obliged to accept. Ex-Naval Apprentices can apply for Tradesman Skilled in Naval Dockyards per recruitment rules, subject to the upper age limit for that post, which also applies to those applying for Tradesman Skilled in the Indian Navy.
• Updates: Check the portal regularly for updates, corrigendum and further instructions. Orders, circulars and formats of certificates are available on the portal under Reference Documents.
• Queries and grievances: Send queries to the help desk email [email protected] within seven days of uploading of the provisionally eligible merit list for written examination and the provisional select list. No queries are accepted after the seven days. The notification also prints Helpdesk Number 971842361.

Action Against Misconduct

Candidates found guilty of the following can be summarily cancelled at any stage of enrolment, apart from criminal action, and debarred from Naval Dockyard Mumbai examinations for the period below. The Naval Dockyard can also cancel candidature on any other ground it considers sufficient, or for any irregular or improper means.

Type of Malpractice | Debarment Period

Seating at a place other than the designated place | 03 Years

Taking away examination material such as question paper, answer sheet, rough sheets, Naval Dockyard's copy of attendance sheet, or passing it to unauthorised persons | 03 Years

Making incorrect or false statements, suppressing material information, submitting fabricated, forged or tampered documents | 03 Years

Obtaining support or influence by irregular or improper means | 03 Years

Possession of a mobile phone in 'switched on' or 'switched off mode' | 03 Years

Misbehaving, intimidating or threatening examination functionaries (Supervisor, Invigilator, Security Guard or Naval Dockyard representatives) | 05 Years

Creating nuisance or disturbance at the exam centre, obstructing the examination or instigating others not to take it | 05 Years

A candidate who is also working on examination related matters in the same examination | 05 Years

Damaging examination related infrastructure/equipment | 05 Years

Appearing in the exam with forged admit card, identity proof, etc. | 05 Years

Using unfair means such as copying from unauthorised sources (written material on paper or body parts) | 05 Years

Impersonation by or on behalf of the candidate | 07 Years

Possession of Bluetooth devices, spy cameras or other electronic gadgets in the examination hall | 07 Years

Taking snapshots or making videos of question papers or examination material, labs etc. | 07 Years

Sharing examination terminal through remote desktop software/Apps/LAN | 07 Years

Attempt to hack or manipulate examination servers, data and systems before, during or after the examination | 07 Years

Possession of fire arms/weapons during the examination | 07 Years

Caution to All Candidates

The notification warns candidates to beware of touts and job racketeers who may falsely promise selection for illegal consideration. Selection is purely on merit, no money is required to be paid to anyone, and the written test and selection process are stated to be strictly on merit and transparent. For any grievance or assistance, candidates may email [email protected].