Technician (Vocational) Apprentice Programme, Naval Ship Repair Yard (NSRY), 2026

Candidates must hold an ITI diploma or certificate in one of the specified trades offered at NSRY. The qualification is trade-specific — an ITI Electrician cannot apply for the Fitter post. Cross-trade applications are not accepted. Verify your ITI specialisation matches exactly with one of the 13 trade vacancies listed (Electrician, Fitter, ICT System Maintenance, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Mechanic Ref & AC, Mechanic Diesel, PASAA, Pipe Fitter, Shipwright Wood, Welder Gas & Electric, Electronics Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker).

The age limit of 100 years is unusually high for a government apprenticeship — this reflects NSRY's focus on recruiting skilled trades workers regardless of prior work experience. Use the age calculator to confirm your age eligibility with applicable relaxation.

NSRY apprenticeships are stipend-based, not salaried positions. The stipend amount varies by trade and is paid during the apprenticeship contract period. Upon successful completion and performance evaluation, apprentices may be offered employment at NSRY as contract workers or permanent staff depending on vacancy and departmental requirement. Career growth involves progression from apprentice to Skilled Grade → Semi-Skilled Grade → Senior Grade roles based on performance, additional certifications, and vacancies in the shipyard. Use the salary calculator to estimate long-term earnings if you transition to permanent employment post-apprenticeship.

• Wrong ITI trade applied: Applicants with Electrician ITI applying for Fitter posts. Each post requires exact trade match — check your ITI certificate trade name carefully.
• Expired or invalid ITI certificate: NSRY accepts only certificates from NCVT/SCVT recognised ITI institutes. Certificates from unrecognised institutes or validity beyond 5 years may be rejected at DV stage.
• Photo dimensions or format incorrect: Submissions with coloured backgrounds, tilted angles, or oversized files (>500 KB) are auto-rejected by the portal. Use image resizer before upload.
• ITI certificate name mismatch with application form: If your ITI certificate shows different spelling of name (e.g., "Raj" vs "Rajesh"), the form is rejected at document verification.
• Missing caste/domicile certificate upload: SC/ST/OBC candidates must upload the prescribed format certificate even though it is not required for application but mandatory at DV to claim age relaxation.
• Applying multiple times with same email: The portal flags duplicate applications; submit only once with correct details.

Apply if: You hold an ITI certificate in one of the 13 trades offered at NSRY and seek hands-on training at a premier naval shipyard. NSRY apprenticeships provide real-world maritime engineering experience, networking with naval contractors, and a direct pathway to permanent government employment. The zero application fee and no-cap age limit make this accessible to career-switchers and skilled workers re-entering the workforce. The Sri Vijaya Puram location is strategic for those willing to relocate to Andaman and Nicobar Islands for a 6–24 month apprenticeship.

Skip if: Your ITI certificate is from an unrecognised institute, or you lack ITI qualification entirely (higher qualifications like B.Tech do not substitute for trade-specific ITI). Also skip if you cannot commit to the full apprenticeship duration at the Sri Vijaya Puram facility or prefer immediate salaried employment over apprenticeship stipend.

Once you receive the apprenticeship offer, NSRY will issue a joining letter with report date (typically 2–4 weeks post-selection). You must submit original documents (ITI certificate, 10th/12th marksheets, caste certificate, medical fitness certificate, Aadhaar, PAN if available) and complete administrative formalities: enrollment in the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), signing the apprenticeship agreement, and receiving apprentice ID card. The apprenticeship contract is for the duration specified in your trade (6 months to 2 years under ITI norms).

During apprenticeship, you will work on real naval ship repair projects under the mentorship of senior technicians at NSRY. You will learn advanced maritime techniques, safety protocols, and handling of ship-grade equipment not available in civilian ITI labs. A monthly stipend is credited to your bank account. Upon completion, you undergo final assessment (practical + viva); successful completion grants an NSRY Apprenticeship Completion Certificate. NSRY may offer short-term contract positions to top performers; permanent positions depend on future vacancies and departmental policy. The end-to-end timeline from selection to completion is typically 12–18 months. Post-apprenticeship, you gain credibility for roles in naval shipyards, private maritime companies, or offshore industries.

Naval Ship Repair Yard, Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) is a strategic facility under the Ministry of Defence (Navy) and has been operational since 1974. It is the primary in-service ship repair and maintenance facility for the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet and serves merchant vessels for commercial repairs. NSRY operates under the Navy's Repair and Maintenance branch and employs over 600 technical and non-technical staff across multiple departments.

NSRY is a high-security establishment and one of the few government shipyards offering hands-on apprenticeships in maritime trades. Its mandate includes repairing warships, submarines, and auxiliary vessels; maintaining naval infrastructure; and building technical capacity in India's maritime sector. The yard is equipped with modern workshop facilities, dry-docks, floating cranes, and diagnostic tools. This apprenticeship programme is part of NSRY's workforce development initiative to address skilled trade shortages and produce self-reliant maritime technicians for India's naval and commercial fleet operations.

These are hands-on technical apprenticeships spanning 13 maritime trades. Electrician apprentices maintain ship electrical systems, wiring, motors, and power distribution panels. Fitters assemble, install, and align mechanical components — pipelines, valves, structural brackets. Welders perform gas and arc welding on ship hulls and structural repairs. Shipwrights (Wood) work on wooden structural repairs and finishing. ICT System Maintenance technicians support ship communication networks, radar systems, and onboard IT infrastructure. Machinists operate lathes and precision tools to fabricate/repair engine parts. Mechanics (Diesel) maintain and overhaul ship diesel engines and generators. Instrument Mechanics calibrate and repair navigational and sensor instruments. Mechanic Ref & AC handles refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. PASAA (Programming and System Administration Assistant) supports IT infrastructure and software systems. Pipe Fitters specialize in hydraulic and high-pressure piping systems. Sheet Metal Workers perform cutting, bending, and welding of metal sheets for hull repairs. Electronics Mechanics repair electronic control systems and circuit boards.

All roles are field-based on active ship repair projects. You will use hand tools, power tools, CNC machinery, welding equipment, and diagnostic instruments. Work involves confined spaces, heights, heavy lifting, and working under time pressure during ship repairs. Dress code is safety uniform, hard hat, and protective gear. No public-facing role — work is purely technical. Reporting is to the Section Officer of your respective trade shop. The role is ideal for candidates seeking practical mastery of maritime engineering before transitioning to supervisor or engineering roles.