✅ Indian Navy Tradesman Skilled Recruitment 2025 (For Ex-Naval Apprentices Only)
Advertisement Number 01/2025 – Online Applications Invited for Group C Civilian Positions (Non-Gazetted) in Indian Navy
📢 Short Information:
Indian Navy invites applications from eligible Ex-Naval Apprentices only (trained in Navy Apprentice Schools or Naval Dockyards) for the post of Tradesman Skilled under Group C Non-Gazetted Industrial Posts . This recruitment drive is exclusively for Ex-Naval Apprentices with valid certificates and trade experience. Sarkaricop.com
📅 Important Dates
Event Date Notification Released August 2025 (Employment News) Opening Date of Application 05 August 2025 Last Date to Apply Online 25 August 2025 (11:30 PM) Admit Card Download Before D Exam Exam Date (Tentative) September/October 2025 Result Declaration To Be Notified
💰 Application Fee
Category Fees General / EWS / OBC ₹0/- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM ₹0/- Payment Mode No Fee Required
Note : This recruitment is free of cost. No fees to be paid.
🧑 Eligibility Criteria
Criteria Details Who Can Apply Only Ex-Naval Apprentices trained in Navy Yard / Apprentice Schools Educational Qualification Matriculation (Class 10) + Apprenticeship in relevant trade Minimum & Maximum Age Limit 18 to 25 years (as per application deadline) Age Relaxation As per government norms (see below)
🎯 Age Relaxation
Applicant Category Age Relaxation Eligibility SC / ST Additional 5 years beyond the upper age limit OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Extra 3 years relaxation allowed PwBD (UR / OBC / SC / ST) 10 years for UR, 13 years for OBC, 15 years for SC/ST Ex-Servicemen Total service period in Armed Forces + 3 years Central Government Employees Maximum age limit extendable up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST)
📋 Vacancy Details (Total: 1266 Posts)
Category Vacancies UR 590 OBC (NCL) 283 SC 164 ST 49 EWS 180 PwBD Various sub-categories Total 1266
🔧 Trades Covered in Recruitment
Trade Examples (Not Exhaustive) Electrical Fitter, Electronics Technician, Radio Mechanic Machinist, Instrument Mechanic, Foundryman Shipwright Steel, Shipwright Wood, Pattern Maker Welder (Gas/Electric), Blacksmith, Rigger, Plumber Mechanical Fitter, Millwright, Diesel Mechanic Crane Operator, COPA, Tailor, Painter, Turner
Refer to official PDF for full trade-wise breakdown and unit-wise vacancy details.
🧑🔧 Job Profile
The Tradesman Skilled will be responsible for:
Repairs and overhauling of mechanical/electrical/ship systems
Onboard equipment maintenance on ships and submarines
Foundry work, welding, fitting, CNC machining
Wood and steel shipwright tasks
Pipe fabrication, valve installation, AC & Refrigeration
Rigging and marine infrastructure repairs
📝 Selection Process
Stage Details ✅ Screening of Applications Based on eligibility ✅ Written Exam (CBT) Objective-type test, trade-based questions ✅ Document Verification Original document verification ✅ Medical Examination As per Indian Navy standards
🧠 Written Exam Pattern (CBT)
Subject Questions Marks Logical & Analytical Reasoning 25 25 General Awareness 25 25 Quantitative Aptitude 25 25 Basic English Language Skills 25 25 Total 100 100
Duration : 2 HoursLanguage : Bilingual (Hindi/English) except English sectionNegative Marking : No negative marking mentioned
🧾 Required Documents for Online Form
Document Format / Size Recent Passport Size Photo JPG (50–100 KB) Signature (on white paper, black ink) JPG (50–100 KB) Class 10 Certificate PDF (Max 400 KB) Apprenticeship Certificate (NCVT/Yard) PDF (Max 400 KB) Caste / EWS / Disability Certificate PDF (Max 400 KB) (if applicable) Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.) PDF (Max 400 KB)
📍 Posting Locations
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India at Indian Navy units:
Command Example Locations Western Naval Command Mumbai, Karwar, Goa Eastern Naval Command Visakhapatnam, Paradip Southern Naval Command Kochi, Chennai, and nearby zones NDMBI (Naval Dockyard) Mumbai, other Naval Dockyards
🧾 How to Apply Online
Visit https://onlineregistrationportal.in
Register with valid Email and Mobile Number
Fill the application form with personal & trade details
Upload all required documents in correct format
Preview and confirm the application
Save final PDF & download the acknowledgment
📌 Scribe Rules for PwBD Candidates
Candidates with ≥40% disability may request scribe
Must provide medical certificate as per official format
The educational qualification of the scribe must be lower than that of the candidate appearing for the exam.
Details of scribe must be submitted before exam
📑 Official Links
⚠️ Important Notes
Candidates can apply for only one trade
Multiple applications will be rejected
All selection will be based only on merit from written exam
No fees required – Beware of frauds or touts
🛑 Warning Against Malpractice
Candidates found involved in unfair practices like impersonation, cheating, mobile phone usage in exam, or fake documents will be disqualified and debarred for up to 7 years .
📣 Final Words
The Indian Navy Tradesman Skilled Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for Ex-Naval Apprentices to serve the Indian Navy in a civilian role. With 1266+ vacancies , hands-on technical work, and postings across India, it offers job security and respect. Apply only through the official portal and prepare well for the written exam.
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