Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has issued a notification for the recruitment of Trade Apprentices in its Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department for the training year 2025-2026. There are a total of 20 apprenticeship placements in five designated trades: Welder, Electrician, Fitter, Motor Mechanic and Electronics (Mechanic).
Interested and eligible candidates who have ITI passed in relevant trade can apply through NAPS Apprentice portal. Online Application Process Starts On 24 August 2026 Last Date to Apply 23 September 2026
VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Organization: Visakhapatnam Port Authority
- Department: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department
- Recruitment: Trade Apprentices
- Training Year: 2025–2026
- Total Placements: 20
- Trades: Welder, Electrician, Fitter, Motor Mechanic, and Electronics (Mechanic)
- Training Duration: 1 year
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Portal: Apprenticeship India / NAPS Apprentice Portal
- Job Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
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Important Dates
| Notification Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 September 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 |
VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy
| Trade | No. of Placements | Training Period |
|---|---|---|
| Welder | 4 | 1 Year |
| Electrician | 4 | 1 Year |
| Fitter | 4 | 1 Year |
| Motor Mechanic | 4 | 1 Year |
| Electronics | 4 | 1 Year |
| Total | 20 | 1 Year |
VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should check the trade-specific qualification and age requirement before applying.
Educational Qualification
| Trade | Required Qualification |
| Welder | ITI pass in Welder trade |
| Electrician | ITI pass in Electrician trade |
| Fitter | ITI pass in Fitter trade |
| Motor Mechanic | ITI pass in Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) trade |
| Electronics | ITI pass in Electronics (Mechanic) trade |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 14 years |
| Age to be completed by | 31 August 2026 |
| Maximum Age | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Candidates must have completed at least 14 years of age as on 31 August 2026.
Training Duration
| Training Type | Trade Apprenticeship |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Training Department | Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department, VPA |
| Training Location | Visakhapatnam Port Authority, Visakhapatnam |
Reservation
Reservation of training placements for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) will be provided according to the applicable reservation rules based on the total number of placements under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Stipend
The monthly stipend varies according to the trade.
| Trade | Monthly Stipend |
| Welder | ₹8,344.60 |
| Electrician | ₹9,387.67 |
| Fitter | ₹9,387.67 |
| Motor Mechanic | ₹9,387.67 |
| Electronics | ₹9,387.67 |
VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure
VPA will engage Trade Apprentices primarily based on merit in the aggregate marks obtained in ITI.
The selection process includes:
- Candidates will be ranked based on aggregate ITI marks.
- Candidates shortlisted on merit will be called for certificate verification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will proceed to certificate verification.
- The trade will be allotted at the discretion of the Head of the Department.
- Preference will be given to children of VPA employees according to the ratio specified in the notification.
- Candidates attending certificate verification will not receive TA/DA from VPA.
How to Apply for VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates have to apply online through the Apprenticeship India portal. The notification provides the following process:
- Visit the Apprenticeship India portal.
- Register on the NAPS Apprentice Portal.
- After registration, go to “Find an Apprentice Opportunity” and select “Click and Search Opportunity.”
- Select the relevant trade/opportunity.
- Select the course type as “Designated.”
- Select the location as Andhra Pradesh.
- Search for the establishment “Visakhapatnam Port Authority.”
- Select the appropriate opportunity.
- Click “Apply.”
- Complete the online application process before the last date.
- Keep the application details for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Applications must be submitted online through the Apprenticeship India portal.
- Candidates must first register on the NAPS Apprentice Portal.
- The relevant trade should be selected while searching for the opportunity.
- The course type should be selected as Designated.
- The location should be selected as Andhra Pradesh.
- The establishment should be searched as Visakhapatnam Port Authority.
- Selection will be based on aggregate ITI marks.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for certificate verification.
- Candidates should carry the required certificates and documents for verification.
- VPA will not pay TA/DA for attending certificate verification.
- No boarding or lodging expenses will be provided by VPA.
- Trade allotment will be at the discretion of the Head of the Department.
- Candidates who are selected for apprenticeship should note that VPA is not liable to employ during or after completion of the apprenticeship training.
- Candidates who fall under the specified VPA employee preference categories must provide the required certification; otherwise, their applications may be rejected.
Important links
| VPA Official Website | Click here |
| VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click here |
FAQs on VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026
How many apprentice placements are available under VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 20 Trade Apprentice placements are available across five trades.
Which trades are available?
Welder, Electrician, Fitter, Motor Mechanic, Electronics (Mechanic)
What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must have passed ITI in the relevant trade for which they are applying.
What is the minimum age for VPA Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have completed 14 years of age as of 31 August 2026.
What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age limit is Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
