Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026 (59th Batch) - 3979 Posts | Yantra India Limited

🎯 Vacancy Distribution

📍 Factory-wise Vacancy Distribution

Vacancies available in 33 Ordnance Factories across 12 States:

🔹 State-wise Distribution:

• Maharashtra: 9 Factories
• Uttar Pradesh: 6 Factories
• West Bengal: 4 Factories
• Madhya Pradesh: 4 Factories
• Tamil Nadu: 3 Factories
• Others: Bihar, Chandigarh, Orissa, Uttarakhand (7 Factories)

📋 Major Factory Locations Include:

• Ordnance Factory, Nalanda (Bihar)
• Ordnance Factory, Chandigarh
• Gun Carriage Factory, Jabalpur (MP)
• Ordnance Factory, Ambajhari, Nagpur (Maharashtra)
• Metal and Steel Factory, Ishapore (West Bengal)
• Small Arms Factory, Kanpur (UP)
• And 27 more locations

Detailed factory-wise and trade-wise vacancy breakdown available in official notification

🎓 Educational Qualification

For NON-ITI Candidates:

• ✅ Passed 10th Standard/Matriculation or equivalent
• ✅ Minimum 50% marks (as per Board criteria)
• ✅ Minimum 40% marks in Mathematics AND Science
• ✅ Must have passed on or before 03 March 2026

For Ex-ITI Candidates:

• ✅ Passed relevant ITI trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute
• ✅ Minimum 50% marks in ITI examination
• ✅ Trade must be as per Schedule I of Apprentices Act 1961
• ✅ Passed 10th Standard with minimum 50% marks
• ✅ Must have passed on or before 03 March 2026

⚠️ Important:

• Candidates appearing in qualifying examination are NOT eligible
• Results awaited candidates are NOT eligible

🎂 Age Limit

*18 years for hazardous industry trades

📅 Age Calculation Date: 03 March 2026 (Closing date of application)

As per NAPS-2 Scheme: Upper age limit relaxed to 35 years for all categories (Govt. of India notification dated 25-08-2023)

💰 Stipend Details

📌 Additional Information:

• Stipend as per Apprentices Act 1961 & OM dated 19.09.2025
• For Ex-ITI: Prior ITI training period considered for stipend calculation
• No other allowances payable during apprenticeship
• Subject to change as per Government amendments

🎯 Training Duration

Training period as per:

• Apprentices Act, 1961
• Apprenticeship Rules, 1992
• Schedule I of Act (for Ex-ITI candidates)

Duration varies by trade (typically 1-3 years)

📋 Available Trades

🔧 For Non-ITI: Trade will be allotted on Merit-cum-Choice basis:

• Fitter
• Turner
• Machinist
• Electrician
• Welder (Gas & Electric)
• Carpenter
• Mason
• Painter
• And many more...

🔩 For Ex-ITI: Must apply for designated trade matching ITI qualification:

• Machinist
• Fitter
• Turner
• Electrician
• Welder
• Foundryman
• Tool & Die Maker
• Electronics Mechanic
• Computer Operator
• Instrument Mechanic
• And 50+ more trades

Complete trade list available in Annexure-I of notification

🎯 Selection Process

📊 Merit List Preparation:

For NON-ITI Candidates:

• Based on percentage in 10th standard
• Aggregate of all subjects OR Best of 5 subjects (as per Board)
• Factory-wise common merit list
• Trade allotment on Merit-cum-Choice basis

For Ex-ITI Candidates:

• Simple average of 10th percentage + ITI percentage
• Minimum 50% required in each (10th & ITI)
• Factory-wise and Trade-wise merit list
• Trade-specific selection

🔄 Tie Resolution: If two candidates have same percentage:

1. Older candidate preferred
2. If DOB same → Earlier year of passing 10th
3. If both same → Alphabetical order of name

🎯 Reservation Policy

As per Apprentices Act 1961, Rules 1992 & Amendments:

• Category-wise vacancies mentioned in Annexure-I
• Selection in order of merit within each category
• Unfilled reserved seats may be filled from general category

💳 Application Fee

💡 Payment Mode:

• Online payment through Payment Gateway
• Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/BHIM
• Transaction charges applicable (varies by mode)
• FREE for UPI & RuPay Debit Card (₹0 transaction fee)

⚠️ Important:

• Fee once paid is non-refundable
• Cannot be adjusted for other recruitment
• Payment must be completed before 03 March 2026

🌐 Online Application Process:

Step 1: Registration

• Visit official website: https://recruit-gov.com
• Click on "Apply Online"
• Complete Part-I of application form

Step 2: Document Upload Keep ready scanned copies (PDF/JPG format, 100-200 KB):

• ✅ Recent color photograph (3.5×3.5 cm, JPG, 20-70 KB)
• ✅ Signature on white paper (3.5×3.5 cm, JPG, 20-30 KB)
• ✅ Aadhaar Card / Identity Card
• ✅ 10th Standard Marksheet
• ✅ ITI Marksheet (for Ex-ITI candidates)
• ✅ ITI National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
• ✅ Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL)
• ✅ Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Step 3: Factory Selection

• Choose ONLY ONE Ordnance Factory
• Cannot change after final submission
• Visit factory website for details: https://ddpdoo.gov.in

Step 4: Fee Payment

• Complete online payment
• Save payment receipt

Step 5: Final Submission

• Review all details carefully
• Submit application
• Download & print application form
• Save Application Number for future reference

📅 Important Dates:

• Application Opens: 01 February 2026
• Application Closes: 03 March 2026 (23:59 Hours)

⚠️ Critical Instructions:

• Apply early to avoid last-minute rush
• Only ONE application per candidate
• Multiple applications will be rejected
• No changes allowed after submission
• Keep email/mobile active for updates

✅ Document Verification:

• Provisionally selected candidates must attend
• Bring original certificates + self-attested copies
• Original Aadhaar Card mandatory (or valid ID proof)
• Caste certificate in Central Government format
• Medical fitness certificate required

🏥 Medical Examination:

• After document verification
• At respective Ordnance Factory Hospital
• Date/Time/Venue notified separately
• As per minimum standards in Apprentices Act 1961

🎓 Training Highlights:

• Practical training in Ordnance Factories
• Registration by RDAT/RDSDE mandatory
• NCVT proficiency certificate on completion
• Medical facilities available at factory hospital
• Accommodation may be provided (subject to availability)

📜 Contract Terms:

• Execute Contract of Apprenticeship
• Guardian signature if minor
• Premature termination charges applicable
• No employment obligation after training
• Governed by Apprentices Act 1961

🚫 Candidates NOT Eligible:

• Those with National Apprentice Certificate (NAC)
• Already undergone apprenticeship training
• Applied through www.apprenticeship.gov.in (must re-apply)

⚠️ Application Rejection Reasons:

• Incomplete application
• Unclear/illegible documents
• Does not possess prescribed qualification
• Over-aged/under-aged
• Double/multiple applications
• Applying for both ITI & Non-ITI
• Mismatch in name/DOB/marks with certificates
• Without photograph or signature
• Name in debarred list

📞 Helpdesk:

• First refer to FAQ on website
• Still have issue? Click "Helpdesk" on website
• Call: 9187463509 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, all days)

⚖️ Legal Jurisdiction: Any dispute subject to courts/tribunals having jurisdiction over the city/town where concerned Ordnance Factory is situated.

🚨 Anti-Fraud Warning:

• Selection strictly on merit
• Do not fall prey to unscrupulous elements
• No payment except application fee
• Beware of fake job offers
• Report fraud to authorities