Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), a premier Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has announced a major recruitment drive for the 2025-26 session. The organization is looking to engage 220 apprentices across various categories, including Trade (ITI and Fresher), Graduate, and Technician levels. This initiative offers a vital platform for aspiring engineers and technicians to gain hands-on experience in a world-class shipbuilding environment.
GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Overview
| Organization Name | Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) |
| Post Name | Trade, Graduate & Technician Apprentices |
| No. of Posts | 220 (Approximate) |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs (PSU) |
| Job Location | Kolkata and Ranchi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 10.01.2026 |
| Official Website | www.grse.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 20.12.2025 (14:00 hrs.) |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | 10.01.2026 (23:59 hrs.) |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers a wide array of technical disciplines distributed among different apprentice categories. The vacancies are approximate and subject to change based on the management’s discretion and organizational needs.
| Apprentice Category | No. of Vacancies (Approx.) |
| Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI) | 80 |
| Trade Apprentice (Fresher) | 40 |
| Graduate Apprentice | 40 |
| Technician Apprentice | 60 |
| Total | 220 |
Education Details
- Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI): Must have passed All India Trade Test (AITT) for Craftsmen Training Scheme and possess an NTC issued by NCVT in relevant trades.
- Trade Apprentice (Fresher): Must have passed Class 10th standard/Madhyamik or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Graduate Apprentice: Requires a Degree in Engineering or Technology (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, or Civil) from a recognized University.
- Technician Apprentice: Requires a Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Civil) from a recognized State Council or Board of Technical Education.
Salary (Stipend)
| Category | Placement | Monthly Stipend |
| Trade Apprentice (Fresher) | Kolkata | ₹8,200 (1st Year) / ₹9,020 (2nd Year) |
| Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI) | Kolkata/Ranchi | ₹9,600 or ₹10,560 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Kolkata / Ranchi | ₹15,000 / ₹12,500 |
| Technician Apprentice | Kolkata/Ranchi | ₹10,900 |
Age Limit (as on 01.12.2025)
- Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI): 14 to 25 years.
- Trade Apprentice (Fresher): 14 to 20 years.
- Graduate & Technician Apprentice: 14 to 26 years.
Relaxations: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC (NCL) 3 years, and PH candidates 10 years relaxation.
Selection Process
Merit-Based: Selection is purely based on marks scored in the qualifying examination (ITI, Degree, Diploma, or 10th standard).
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.
Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to being declared “Medically Fit” by the GRSE Medical Officer.
How to Apply
Portal Registration: Trade apprentices must first register on the MSDE Apprenticeship portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in). Graduate and Technician candidates must register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in).
Online Application: Visit the GRSE website (www.grse.in) and navigate to the “Career Section”.
Fill Details: Complete the online application form with accurate personal and educational information.
Upload Documents: Scan a passport-size photograph and any required testimonials.
Submission: Submit the form and take a printout of the auto-generated application for your records. Hard copies do not need to be sent by post but must be produced during verification.
Official Links
| GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
