Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) invites applications for 523 Trade Apprentices. 8th/10th/ITI pass candidates eligible. Apply online from 10-30 June 2025. Age 14-21 years. Fee ₹100 (free for SC/ST/women/PWD). Selection via CBT exam. Premier defence sector opportunity under Ministry of Defence.
Recruitment Overview Organization Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) Post Name Trade Apprentice Total Vacancies 523 Application Dates 10 June – 30 June 2025 Category Apprenticeship Official Website mazagondock.in
Important Dates Event Date Online Application Starts 10 June 2025 Last Date to Apply 30 June 2025
Application Fees Category Fee General / OBC / EWS ₹100 + Bank Charges SC / ST / Female / PWD ₹0 Payment Mode Online
Age Limit (as of 1 October 2025) Group Age Range Relaxation Group A 15-19 years SC/ST: +5 years Group B 16-21 years Group C 14-18 years
Vacancy & Qualification Details Group A (10th Pass) Trade Vacancies Qualification Draftsman (Mech.) 28 10th Pass with Science & Maths (50% marks)* Electrician 43 Fitter 52 Pipe Fitter 44 Structural Fitter 47
Group B (ITI Pass) Trade Vacancies Qualification Fitter Structural 40 ITI in relevant trade (50% marks)* Electronic Mechanic 30 Welder 35 COPA 20 Carpenter 30 (10 more trades)
Group C (8th Pass) Trade Vacancies Qualification Rigger 14 8th Pass with Science & Maths (50% marks)* Welder (Gas & Electric) 20
Minimum 50% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST candidates)
Selection Process
Computer-Based Test (CBT):
100 marks exam (trade-specific syllabus)
Document Verification & Trade Allotment:
Based on CBT merit and category
Medical Examination:
As per Apprentice Training Rules, 1992
How to Apply
Visit MDL Official Website
Navigate to: Careers → Online Recruitment → Apprentice
Register with email/mobile number
Fill application form with personal/educational details
Upload documents:
Educational certificates
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Photo & signature
Pay fee (if applicable)
Submit before 30 June 2025
Print confirmation page
Preparation Tips
Study NCERT Science & Maths (8th/10th level)
Revise ITI trade theory
Practice previous apprenticeship exams
Focus on technical diagrams (for Draftsman roles)
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