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MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 495 Seats Across 18 Trades, Apply Online by 1 July
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application including edits, modifications, and fee payment for MDL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 01 July 2026 (Wednesday). Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.
How many seats are available in MDL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 495 Trade Apprentice seats are available across 18 trades in three groups: Group A (100 seats, 10th passed), Group B (355 seats, ITI passed), and Group C (40 seats, 8th passed).
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.
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.
Can ITI-passed candidates apply for Group A or Group C?
No. ITI-passed candidates are strictly not eligible for Group A (10th Class) and Group C (8th Class). If it is found at any stage that a candidate is ITI-passed or appearing in an ITI exam, their candidature will be cancelled without any notice.
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.
What is the stipend for MDL Trade Apprentices?
Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, credited directly via ECS to their savings bank account. No cheques will be issued. The exact stipend amount follows the Apprentices Act norms applicable at the time of training.
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.
What are the examination centres for MDL Trade Apprentice 2026?
The tentative examination centres are: Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad), Nagpur, Latur, Kolhapur, and Nashik. Candidates can choose two preferred centres during the application. Centre change requests will not be entertained after submission.
Is hostel accommodation provided by MDL for selected apprentices?
No. Hostel accommodation will not be provided by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited. Selected candidates must arrange their own accommodation at their own cost in Mumbai.