MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 495 Posts

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• Updated July 09, 2026 10:58 AM
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• Applications closed on 15 July 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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• Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), a Navratna Company under the Ministry of Defence, has released Advertisement No. MDL_ATS/01/2026 inviting online applications for 495 Trade Apprentice seats under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the intake year 2026. Applications open from 11 June 2026 (Thursday) and the last date to apply online is 15 July 2026 (Wednesday). The online examination is tentatively scheduled for 25 July 2026. All applications must be submitted through https://mazagondock.in.
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MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

• Candidates should note all key dates carefully. The application window for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is open from 11 June to 15 July 2026, and the online examination is tentatively scheduled for 25 July 2026. All dates mentioned below are as per the official notification and are subject to updates on the MDL website.
• The last date to apply online for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 15 July 2026. Candidates should complete both registration and fee payment within this window since modifications to the application are also permitted only up to this date.

MDL Trade Apprentice Vacancy Details - Group and Trade-wise Breakdown

• MDL has notified 495 Trade Apprentice seats across three groups and 18 trades. Group A requires 10th Class, Group B requires ITI qualification, and Group C requires 8th Class as the minimum educational qualification. The age limit is reckoned as on 01 October 2026.

MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Eligibility for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 depends on the group applied for - Group A, B, or C - and is assessed based on educational qualification marks as on 01 October 2026. ITI-passed candidates are not eligible for Group A and Group C; if discovered at any stage, their candidature will be cancelled without notice.

Group A - Educational Qualification

• Passed SSC (10th Class) with General Science and Mathematics.
• General / OBC / SEBC / EWS / Divyang / AFC: Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
• SC / ST: Passing class only (no minimum percentage).
• If qualifying criteria is best-of-5 subjects, General Science and Mathematics must be part of the curriculum and the candidate must have passed both subjects; otherwise the application will be rejected.
• Higher-qualified candidates may apply but eligibility will be based on SSC marks only.
• ITI-passed candidates are NOT eligible for Group A.

Group B - Educational Qualification

• Passed ITI in the relevant trade from a Government or Government-recognized Industrial Training Institute.
• General / OBC / SEBC / EWS / Divyang / AFC: Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
• SC / ST: Passing class only.
• Applicants in the semester system must have cleared all backlog papers of previous semesters, duly certified by the institute head.
• For Fitter Structural trade, applicants from the ITI Fitter trade can apply.
• Applicants appearing in the final ITI exam may apply but must pass the final exam on or before 01 October 2026. Candidates passing ITI after 01-10-2026 will not be considered.

Group C - Educational Qualification

• Passed 8th Standard (under 10+2 system) with Science and Mathematics.
• General / OBC / SEBC / EWS / Divyang / AFC: Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
• SC / ST: Passing class only.
• Higher-qualified candidates may apply but eligibility will be based on 8th Standard marks only.
• ITI-passed candidates are NOT eligible for Group C.

Age Limit (as on 01 October 2026)

Age Relaxation

• SC / ST: Upper age relaxed by 5 years
• OBC: Upper age relaxed by 3 years
• Divyang (PwD): Upper age relaxed by 10 years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per Government Rules and is subject to submission of a valid certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format.

MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

• MDL has prescribed a nominal application fee of Rs. 100/- (plus bank charges) for UR, OBC, SEBC, EWS, and AFC category candidates. SC, ST, and Divyang (PwD) candidates are fully exempted from the fee but must upload valid caste or disability certificates with their application, failing which the application will not be accepted. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• Selection for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is carried out in three stages: an Online Examination (CBT), followed by Document Verification and Trade Allotment, and finally a Medical Examination. Candidates are shortlisted based on merit in the online exam and there is no interview. The tentative date for the online exam is 25 July 2026.

Stage 2 - Document Verification and Trade Allotment

• Candidates securing the highest marks in the CBT (group and category wise) will be called for document verification and trade allotment on the same day. Candidates must bring all original documents for age, caste, educational qualification, and other relevant certificates. Absence of originals will result in immediate cancellation of candidature. During Trade Allotment, candidates will be offered available trades based on merit order. Absence at allotment or non-acceptance of the available merit seat will lead to rejection. Once a trade is accepted, no change will be permitted. Contract Registration must be filled in the presence of the candidate's mother, father, or guardian.

How to Apply

• All applications for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must be submitted exclusively online through the MDL official website. There is no offline application process. The registration window is open from 11 June 2026 to 15 July 2026.
• Visit the official MDL website at https://mazagondock.in.
• Navigate to Careers → Online Recruitment → Apprentice.
• Click on "Create New Account" to register as a new user. Note your login credentials immediately.
• Log in to your account and fill in the application form completely and correctly.
• Upload all required documents including educational qualification certificates and caste/disability certificate (if applicable).
• Children of Armed Forces Personnel must upload a copy of the parent's Service Certificate; otherwise, the application will be considered under the General category.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- + bank charges online (if applicable). SC, ST, and Divyang candidates must upload their valid certificate instead.
• Select your two preferred examination centres from the available list.
• If you wish to use a scribe during the exam, indicate this in the online application form itself. No subsequent request will be entertained.
• Submit the application before 15 July 2026. Applications can be edited/modified until this date.

Document Requirements

• Candidates must upload the following documents during the online application. At the time of document verification (Stage 2), all originals must be produced. Missing originals will result in immediate disqualification.
• Educational qualification certificate and mark sheets (10th / 8th / ITI as applicable)
• Caste certificate in the prescribed format issued by the Competent Authority (for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC/EWS candidates)
• Valid Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate for OBC candidates
• Disability certificate (for Divyang candidates) - mandatory upload; if not attached, application will be treated as General category
• Service Certificate of parent for children of Armed Forces Personnel (AFC) - mandatory upload; if not attached, application will be treated as General category
• Age proof document
• PAN Card (mandatory for stipend credit; income tax will be deducted if unavailable)
• Savings bank account details in a Scheduled Bank (Public or Private sector) with ECS facility
• Important: School Leaving Certificate or Birth Certificate will NOT be accepted as proof of caste.
• After selection, candidates must also register on the National Apprenticeship Portal at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and submit a Police Verification Report (PVR) issued by the Commissioner of Police/Superintendent of Police of their area of residence within three weeks of joining. Failure to submit the PVR will lead to cancellation of admission.

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Q3. What is the application fee for MDL Trade Apprentice 2026?

• Candidates from UR, OBC, SEBC, EWS, and AFC categories must pay Rs. 100/- + applicable bank charges. SC, ST, and Divyang (PwD) candidates are exempted from the fee but must upload valid certificates. The fee once paid is non-refundable.

Q4. What is the age limit for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

• The age limit as on 01 October 2026 is: 15–19 years for Group A, 16–21 years for Group B, and 14–18 years for Group C. Upper age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Divyang candidates.

Q6. What is the selection process for MDL Trade Apprentice 2026?

• Selection is in three stages: Stage 1 – Online CBT (100 MCQs, 2 hours); Stage 2 – Document Verification and Trade Allotment; Stage 3 – Medical Examination as per Apprentices Rules 1992. There is no interview. The tentative date for the online exam is 25 July 2026.

Q8. How to apply online for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

• Visit https://mazagondock.in, navigate to Careers → Online Recruitment → Apprentice, click "Create New Account," register, login, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee (if applicable), select two exam centres, and submit before 01 July 2026.