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Yantra India Limited (YIL) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Full Guide

The Yantra India Limited (YIL) has announced the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for its 59th batch under the Trade Apprenticeship Scheme. This recruitment drive is a massive opportunity for youth across India — especially those with Class 10 (Matric) and ITI qualifications — to gain government-recognized apprenticeship training and skill development in defence production units.

📌 Overview

Organization: Yantra India Limited (YIL), a Government of India Defence PSU
Recruitment Type: Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI & Non-ITI)
Total Vacancies: 3,979 posts

ITI Apprentices: 2,843
Non-ITI Apprentices: 1,136

Training Location: Various Indian Ordnance and Ordnance Equipment Factories across India
Application Mode: Online only
Official Portal: recruit-gov.com

📆 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Start	01 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	03 March 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Result/Selection Dates	To be notified

📚 Eligibility Criteria

✔️ Educational Qualification

Non-ITI Apprentices:

Must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board.

Ex-ITI Apprentices:

Must have passed Class 10th and hold a relevant ITI/NCVT/SCVT certificate.

✔️ Age Limit

Minimum Age: 14 years
Maximum Age: 35 years
(Age as on cut-off date; relaxations apply as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.)

💰 Application Fees

Category	Fees (₹)
UR / OBC	₹200 + GST
SC / ST / PwD / Women	₹100 + GST

📈 Selection Process

The selection process is merit-based and does not include any written exam:

Non-ITI candidates: Merit list prepared on Class 10 marks.
ITI candidates: Merit list based on combined marks of Class 10 and ITI certificate.
Document Verification and Medical Fitness Test for shortlisted candidates.

📦 Stipend / Training Allowance

While specific stipend details are outlined in official recruitment documents, credible sources mention typical apprenticeship stipends under the Apprentices Act — roughly:

Non-ITI Apprentices: ~₹8,200 per month
ITI Apprentices: ~₹9,600 per month
These may vary based on factory rules and government norms.

📝 How to Apply — Step-by-Step

Visit the Yantra India Limited Apprentice Recruitment Portal at recruit-gov.com.
Click New Registration / Apply Online.
Fill in personal and educational details accurately.
Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
Pay the application fee through online payment options.
Submit the form and print a copy for future reference.

📌 Key Highlights

✔ One of the largest apprentice recruitments in 2026 under Defence PSUs.
✔ Open to both 10th pass and ITI qualified candidates.
✔ No written exam — selection purely on academic merit.
✔ Valuable government-recognized training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Organization Overview

Yantra India Limited (YIL) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, responsible for manufacturing defence equipment through Indian Ordnance and Ordnance Equipment Factories. The Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is part of the Government’s Skill India Mission aimed at expanding technical and hands-on skills training across youth in India.

📆 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Opened	01 February 2026
Application Last Date	03 March 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Notification Release	January 2026
Merit List & DV/Medical Dates	To Be Notified Later (after application closing)

🧑‍🎓 Vacancy & Categories

YIL announced a total of 3,979 Trade Apprentice vacancies for its 59th batch under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Category	No. of Posts
Ex-ITI Apprentices (ITI passed)	2,843
Non-ITI Apprentices (10th passed)	1,136
Total	3,979

These apprentices are selected for various technical trades relevant to ordnance factory operations.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

🧾 Educational Qualifications

1. Non-ITI Apprentices

Passed Class 10 (Madhyamik/Matric) from a recognized board.
Most sources mention minimum 50% aggregate with at least 40% in Mathematics and Science.

2. Ex-ITI Apprentices

Passed Class 10 same as above and completed ITI in a relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognised institute, with minimum 50% marks.

📌 Note: Candidates who already completed an apprenticeship and hold a National Apprentice Certificate (NAC) are not eligible to apply.

🎯 Age Limit & Relaxation

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	14 years (18 years for hazardous trades)
Maximum Age	35 years
Relaxations	As per Government of India rules (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD etc.)

💰 Stipend / Training Allowance

Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend under the Apprentices Act 1961. While official exact numbers are given in the full advertisement, multiple credible sources estimate the following:

Apprentice Category	Estimated Monthly Stipend
Non-ITI Apprentice	₹8,200 per month (approx.)
Ex-ITI Apprentice	₹9,600 per month (approx.)

📌 No other allowances are paid during the apprenticeship; accommodation may be available on factory campus depending on availability.

🧠 Selection Process

The recruitment does not involve any written examination. Instead, selection is done on the basis of academic merit and subsequent verification:

Merit List Preparation

Non-ITI: Based on Class 10 marks.
Ex-ITI: Based on combined Class 10 and ITI marks average.

Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
Medical Fitness Test.
Final Selection Notification.

📌 No interview or written test is conducted under this recruitment.

🖥️ How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Visit the official portal recruit-gov.com dedicated for YIL apprenticeship applications.
Complete new registration using valid email & mobile number.
Fill in details carefully — personal, educational and contact info.
Upload required documents (photo, signature, Class 10 marksheet, ITI certificate if applicable, caste/PwBD certificates if applicable).
Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
Submit the form and download the confirmation/receipt for future use.

🗂️ Application Fees

Category	Fees (₹)
UR / OBC	₹200 + GST (approx.)
SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Transgender	₹100 + GST (approx.)

🏭 Training & Career Benefits

Hands-on training in defence production setups in Ordnance Factories across India.
Certificate of apprenticeship under Government of India norms.
Valuable industrial exposure that enhances employability.
Helps build vocational and technical skills.

📌 Note: Apprenticeship does not guarantee a permanent job; however, it substantially improves future job prospects.

Yantra India Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Complete & Updated Guide

🏢 About Yantra India Limited (YIL)

Yantra India Limited (YIL) is a Government of India Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence. It manages Indian Ordnance and Ordnance Equipment Factories across the nation and recruits apprentices to train youth in technical and trade skills under the Apprentices Act, 1961 as part of the Skill India Mission.

📊 Vacancy & Categories

📍 Total Vacancies: 3,979 apprentice posts for the 59th batch across various factories in India.
✔ Ex-ITI Apprentices: 2843 posts
✔ Non-ITI Apprentices: 1136 posts
Total: 3979

📚 Educational Qualification

🔹 For Non-ITI Trade Apprentice

Passed Madhyamik / Class 10 (Matric) or equivalent.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Class 10.
At least 40% marks in both Mathematics and Science.

🔹 For Ex-ITI Trade Apprentice

Must have passed Class 10 with minimum 50% marks.
Must hold a relevant ITI certificate in the trade from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute with minimum 50% marks.

📌 Note: Applicants whose results are awaited or who have not completed the required qualifications by the last date are not eligible. Also, candidates with a National Apprentice Certificate (NAC) for the same trade are ineligible.

🎂 Age Limit

Minimum age: 14 years

For designated hazardous trades: Minimum age is 18 years.

Maximum age: 35 years
Relaxation: Age relaxations as per Government of India rules (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD etc.).

📅 Important Dates (2026)

Event	Date
Notification Released (Official)	January 2026
Online Application Start	01 February 2026
Online Application End	03 March 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Merit List / Document Verification	To be notified after closing date

💻 How to Apply Online

Visit the official recruitment portal: recruit-gov.com.
Complete new registration with your valid mobile number and email.
Fill out the application form correctly — personal, academic & contact details.
Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
Pay the application fee online.
Submit and download/print the confirmation/acknowledgement for future use.

💰 Application Fee

Category	Fee (₹) + GST
General / OBC / EWS	₹200
SC / ST / PwBD / Females	₹100

💼 Selection Process — Merit, No Exam

✔ There is NO written exam or interview.
✔ Selection is merit-based — calculated from Class 10 marks for Non-ITI and combined Class 10 + ITI marks for Ex-ITI candidates.
✔ Shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification and Medical Fitness Test.

💳 Stipend / Training Allowance

Selected apprentices will be paid a monthly stipend during their training as per the Apprentices Act norms:

Category	Approx. Monthly Stipend
Non-ITI Apprentice	₹8,200 per month
Ex-ITI Apprentice	₹9,600 per month

📌 Note: This apprenticeship training provides skill development experience but does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.

📍 Job / Training Location

Training is conducted in various Ordnance Factories and Ordnance Equipment Factories managed by Yantra India Limited, located across different states in India including Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, etc.

Example (State-wise):

Ordnance Factory Nalanda – Bihar
Ordnance Factory Chandigarh – Chandigarh
Gun Carriage Factory & Ordnance Factory Jabalpur – Madhya Pradesh
Ordnance Factory Itarsi – Madhya Pradesh
Ordnance Factory Khamaria – Madhya Pradesh
(List not exhaustive; check full official notification for complete distribution)

📌 Important Rules & Tips

✔ Only Indian citizens are eligible.
✔ Registration on the Government Apprenticeship Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) may also be required later for joining, but initial application must be done on recruit-gov.com.
✔ Choose your preferred Ordnance Factory wisely — most applications allow selecting one factory only.
✔ Ensure your documents, photos, and signatures meet size & format guidelines before uploading.
✔ Apply well before the deadline to avoid server overloading.