GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Online Application Form 220 Vacancies

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), a leading shipbuilding firm operating under the Ministry of Defence, has declared the recruitment of 220 Apprentices (including Trade Apprentice Ex-ITI, Trade Apprentice Fresher, Graduate Apprentice, and Technician Apprentice) for the training year 2025-26 in accordance with the Apprentices Act of 1961.

Eligible candidates may submit their applications online from 20th December 2025 to 10th January 2026 via the official GRSE website. Candidates are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review the detailed GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification prior to applying, to ensure they meet the eligibility requirements regarding qualifications, age, and other criteria for these esteemed apprenticeship positions within the defence shipbuilding industry.

GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Organization	Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE)
Post Names	Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI & Fresher), Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice
Total Vacancies	220
Age Limit	14 to 26 years (as on 01.12.2025, varies by category)
Monthly Stipend	Rs.8,200/- to Rs.15,000/-
Minimum Qualification	Class 10th / ITI / Degree / Diploma in Engineering
Selection Process	Merit List followed by Document Verification
Job Location	Kolkata / Ranchi Units
Last Date	10/01/2026

Vacancy Details:

Apprentice Category	No. of Posts
Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI)	80
Trade Apprentice (Fresher)	40
Graduate Apprentice	40
Technician Apprentice	60
Total Vacancies	320

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to submit their applications via the GRSE Job Apply Portal. Please adhere to the following steps:

• Step 1: New applicants should create their login credentials (New Log In).
• Step 2: Ensure that all necessary documents are prepared (Photograph, Signature, Certificates, etc.).
• Step 3: Log in and fill out the online application form – Provide details, Upload Photograph & Documents, and Submit Application.
• Step 4: Print the application and download the Admit Card when it becomes available.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI): Successfully completed AITT and obtained NTC from NCVT in the relevant trade.
• Trade Apprentice (Fresher): Achieved Class 10th / Madhyamik certification from an accredited Board.
• Graduate Apprentice: Holds a Degree in Engineering/Technology (graduated in 2023, 2024, or 2025).
• Technician Apprentice: Earned a Diploma in Engineering (graduated in 2023, 2024, or 2025).

Age Limit (as on 01.12.2025):

• Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI): Min 14 years (born on/before 01.12.2011) – Max 25 years (born on/after 01.12.2000)
• Trade Apprentice (Fresher): Min 14 years (born on/before 01.12.2011) – Max 20 years (born on/after 01.12.2005)
• Graduate & Technician Apprentice: Min 14 years (born on/before 01.12.2011) – Max 26 years (born on/after 01.12.1999)
• Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government rules.

Selection Process:

Preparation of Merit List based on qualifying marks

Document Verification

Stipend:

Apprentice Category	Location	Stipend (per month)
Trade Apprentice (Fresher)	Kolkata	1st year: Rs.8,200/- 2nd year: Rs.9,020/-
Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI)	Kolkata / Ranchi	Rs.9,600/- or Rs.10,560/-
Graduate Apprentice	Kolkata Ranchi	Rs.15,000/- Rs.12,500/-
Technician Apprentice	Kolkata / Ranchi	Rs.10,900/-

Important Links:

GRSE Apprentice Online Application Form	Click Here
GRSE Apprentice Detailed Notification	Click Here

Important Dates:

Commencement of Online Registration	20th December 2025 (from 1400 hrs.)
Closure of Online Registration	10th January 2026 (till 2359 hrs.)