Indian Navy Tradesman Recruitment 2025 – Apply Now for 1266 Group ‘C’ Vacancies!
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📊 Total Vacancies
1266 Posts across multiple trades for Ex-Naval Apprentices
📄 Advertisement No.
01/2025-TMSKL
📝 Short Description: Indian Navy Tradesman Recruitment 2025
Indian Navy
The Indian Navy invites online applications from eligible Ex-Naval Apprentices (from Yard Apprentice Schools of the Indian Navy) for the post of Tradesman Skilled, classified under Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Industrial. Selected candidates will be posted across Naval units/formations in India and will undertake technical roles in ship/submarine maintenance, repair, and refit operations. This is a golden opportunity to serve the nation in a skilled technical capacity.
📅 Important Dates and Application Fee: Indian Navy Tradesman Recruitment 2025
Indian Navy
| Event | Date |
| Application Begins | 14/8/2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4/9/2025 |
| Admit Card | To be notified via email and portal |
| Examination Date | To be announced (likely in Mumbai) |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/PH/Women | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online via https://onlineregistrationportal.in |
🛠️ Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details: Indian Navy Tradesman Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Total Vacancy | Educational Qualification |
| Tradesman Skilled | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 1266 | Matriculation + Completed Apprenticeship Training OR 2 years regular service in the Technical Branch of the Armed Forces |
📆 Age Limit
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 25 years (as on closing date)
🧾 Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10–15 years depending on category |
| ESM | Military service + 3 years |
| Ex-Agniveer | Up to 40 years (45 for SC/ST) |
| Govt. Employees | Up to 40 years |
📌 Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation
Closing date of online application
🖥️ How to Apply: Indian Navy Tradesman Recruitment 2025
- Visit https://onlineregistrationportal.in
- Register and fill out the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit and download the application form for reference
📑 Documents Required: Indian Navy Tradesman Recruitment 2025
- Passport-size photo
- Signature
- Birth Certificate / Matriculation Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Apprenticeship Certificate
- Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveer Certificate
- Service Certificate (for Govt. employees)
🎯 Selection Process:
- Screening of Applications
- Written Examination (Objective Type – 100 Marks)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning – 30 Marks
- General Awareness – 20 Marks
- Quantitative Aptitude – 30 Marks
- English Language – 20 Marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Apply only for one trade relevant to your apprenticeship
- Ensure all details match your official documents
- Keep your email and mobile number active
- Admit card and updates will be shared via portal/email
- The exam will be held in Mumbai (subject to change)
- Candidates must follow all guidelines mentioned in the official notification
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Who can apply for Tradesman Skilled posts?
Only Ex-Naval Apprentices from Yard Apprentice Schools of the Indian Navy.
What is the mode of examination?
Written test with objective-type questions in English and Hindi.
Can I apply for multiple trades?
No. Candidates must apply for only one trade relevant to their apprenticeship.