Yantra India Limited is a leading Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Headquartered in Nagpur, it was established in 2021 from the restructuring of the Ordnance Factory Board. YIL operates multiple factories producing defence equipment, textiles, metals, and more, making it one of India’s key players in defence manufacturing.
This apprenticeship program allows young candidates to train in real-world industrial environments while earning a stipend.
YIL Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Organization: Yantra India Limited (YIL)
- Post Name: Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI & Non-ITI)
- Total Vacancies: 3979 Posts
- Ex-ITI (ITI Passed): 2843 Posts
- Non-ITI (Freshers): 1136 Posts
- Batch: 59th Batch under Apprentices Act, 1961
- Training Location: Various Ordnance & Ordnance Equipment Factories across India (All India basis)
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: https://www.recruit-gov.com (YIL recruitment portal)
Important Dates for YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Short Notification Release: January 2026 (around January 13-17)
- Online Application Start Date: February 1, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: March 3, 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours)
- Apply through: recruit-gov.com
Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For Ex-ITI Category: 10th pass (Matriculation) + ITI certificate in relevant trade from a recognized institution. Minimum 50% aggregate marks in both 10th and ITI (where applicable).
- For Non-ITI Category: 10th pass (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Age Limit (as on relevant cutoff date)
- Minimum Age: 14 years
- For hazardous trades: Minimum 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years (relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms)
Check the official notification for exact age relaxations (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen).
Vacancy Details
Total: 3979 Posts
- Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI): 2843
- Trade Apprentice (Non-ITI): 1136
Trades may include fitter, machinist, welder, electrician, turner, and other defence-related technical trades (detailed trade-wise breakup available in the full notification).
Stipend for YIL Apprentices
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend during the training period:
- ₹8,200 – ₹9,600 per month (depending on category, trade, and location norms under Apprentices Act).
This stipend supports candidates while gaining valuable skills and experience.
Selection Process
No written exam or interview for most apprenticeship recruitments under this act. Selection is purely merit-based:
- Based on marks in qualifying exam (10th/ITI percentage).
- Reservation rules apply as per government norms.
- Merit list preparation and document verification follow.
How to Apply Online for YIL Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.recruit-gov.com
- Look for the “Yantra India Limited – 59th Batch Trade Apprentices” link.
- Register with basic details (name, email, mobile).
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (10th marksheet, ITI certificate if applicable, photo, signature, etc.).
- Pay the application fee (if any – around ₹200 + GST for General/OBC; exemptions for SC/ST/PwD/female candidates in many cases).
- Submit and take a printout of the confirmation page.
Keep checking the portal for the detailed notification and link activation from February 1, 2026.
Why Apply for YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Prestigious government defence organization.
- Hands-on training in advanced manufacturing and defence tech.
- Stipend during training.
- Potential for future absorption or experience certificate valuable for jobs.
- All-India opportunity with postings in various states.
Don’t miss this golden chance for government apprenticeship jobs in 2026! Thousands of candidates apply every year for similar Ordnance Factory apprenticeships.
Download Official Notification
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