The Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd has officially announced GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – The recruitment notification is released under Advertisement No. APP:01/25, invites online applications for 226 Apprentice and HR Trainee positions for the 2025–2026 training session. This opportunity is aimed at fresh graduates, diploma holders, and ITI-qualified candidates seeking structured industrial training in a prestigious PSU environment where selection for apprentice posts will be strictly merit-based, while selection for HR Trainee posts will involve an interview stage and the selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹8,200 to ₹15,000, depending on the category and training location.
GRSE Recruitment 2025 at a Glance
| PARTICULARS | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Organization name | Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. |
| Posts Offered | 1) HR Trainee, 2) Trade Apprentice,3) Graduate Apprentice, 4) Technician Apprentice |
| Available Vacancies | 226 |
| Advertisement Number | APP:01/25 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | From 20-12-2025 to 10-01-2026 |
| Selection Method | Merit-based; For HR Trainee interview will be held |
| Training Location | Kolkata and selected trades in Ranchi |
| Monthly Stipend | INR 8,200 to INR 15,000 |
| Official Website | www.grse.in |
Vacancy Allocation Across different Categories
The total of 226 vacancies under GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 are spread across four major training categories which will be covering both technical and non-technical disciplines.
| CATEGORY | VACANCIES | KEY DISCIPLINES |
|---|---|---|
| HR Trainee | 6 | Personnel Management, HRD, HRM, etc. |
| Trade Apprentice [Ex-ITI] | 80 (approx.) | Welder, Electrician, Machinist, COPA, Fitter, etc. |
| Trade Apprentice [Fresher] | 40 (approx.) | Welder, Electrician, Pipe Fitter, Fitter |
| Graduate Apprentice | 40 (approx.) | Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Computer Science Engineering |
| Technician Apprentice | 60 (approx.) | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronical Engineering |
Eligibility Criteria / Conditions for GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025
The eligibility criteria / conditions for GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 depends upon factors like age limit and educational qualification differently for each category
Age Conditions/ Age Limit is as follows
- For HR Trainee the maximum age is 26 yrs
- For Trade Apprentice [Ex-ITI] the age limit ranges from 14 yrs to 25 yrs
- For Trade Apprentice [Fresher]the age limit ranges from 14 yrs to 20 yrs
- For Graduate Apprentice the age limit ranges from 14 yrs to 26 yrs
- For Technician Apprentice the age limit ranges from 14 yrs to 26 yrs
Age relaxation is applicable as per the norms of Government of India (Age relaxation for different categories)
1: For Schedule Castes (SC)/ Schedule Tribes (ST) it is 5 yrs
2. For Other Backward Classes (OBC) it is 3 yrs
3. For Differently Abled/ PH candidates it is 10 yrs
Educational Requirements/ Education Criteria is as follows
1. For HR Trainee category, the candidate has to be a full-time Graduate with MBA/PG Degree or Diploma in HR or Personnel Management with minimum qualifying marks
2. For Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI)category ,the candidate should have passed AITT with NCVT certificate in relevant trade
3. For Trade Apprentice (Fresher) category, the candidate should have passed class 10; ITI candidates are not eligible
4. For Graduate Apprentice category, the candidate should have an Engineering degree- passed in 2023, 2024, or 2025
5. For Technician Apprentice category, the candidate should have done an Engineering diploma – passed in 2023, 2024, or 2025
GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Application Process
Applications must be submitted by the candidates in online mode only as offline or postal applications are not accepted under any circumstances.
Step 1: Apprentice applicants must first register on the relevant portal ; For Trade Apprentices (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) or For Graduate and Technician Apprentices( nats.education.gov.in)
Step 2:Either visit the official GRSE website (https://www.grse.in) or directly access the direct application portal (https://jobapply.in/grse2025app) and carefully go through the detailed advertisement
Step 3: Complete the online registration by filling in personal, educational, and contact details precisely and then uploading scanned copies of photograph, signature, and the required certificates, etc.
Step 5: Submit the form and download the application copy for future reference/use
NOTE: It is advised to the applicants to keep their registered email ID and mobile number active for at least one year.
Process Of Selection / Method Of Selection
The selection method under GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is transparent, fair and merit-driven.
- HR Trainee candidates are shortlisted on the basis of marks obtained in the essential postgraduate qualification and the final selection is determined solely through their interview performance.
- Apprentice candidates are selected based on marks in the qualifying examination relevant to their category.
- Trade-wise or discipline-wise merit lists are prepared and in case of equal marks, preference is given to the older candidate.
- Document verification, medical fitness examination, and police verification are mandatory before final engagement.
STRUCTURE OF STIPEND DURING TRAINING PERIOD
The candidates selected under GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 will receive a fixed amount of stipend monthly ( without any additional allowances ) for which a valid PAN card a and savings bank account is mandatory as the stipend amount is credited directly to the trainee’s bank account.
| CATEGORY | LOCATION/ REGION | Approx. STIPEND (MONTHLY) |
|---|---|---|
| HR Trainee | Kolkata | INR 15,000 |
| Trade Apprentice -[Fresher] | Kolkata | INR 8,200 (Year 1), INR 9,020 (Year 2) |
| Trade Apprentice – [Ex-ITI] | Kolkata or Ranchi | INR 9,600 to INR 10,560 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Kolkata | INR 15,000 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Ranchi | INR 12,500 |
| Technician Apprentice | Kolkata or Ranchi | INR 10,900 |
IMPORTANT/KEY DATES
| ACTIVITY / EVENT | DATE |
|---|---|
| Online Application start date | 20-12-2025 |
| Online Application ending date | 10-01-2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date for the application of GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Ans. The last date for the online application of GRSE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is on 10-01- 2026
Q2. Is external portal registration necessary?
Ans. Yes, Trade Apprentices must necessarily register on Apprenticeship India, while Graduate and Technician Apprentices must enrol on the NATS portal before applying
Q3. Are 2022 pass-out candidates eligible for Graduate Apprentice posts?
Ans. No, only the candidates who have completed their degree or diploma in 2023, 2024, or 2025 are eligible
KEY LINKS
| DESCRIPTION | LINK |
|---|---|
| Official Website and Official Notification | https://www.grse.in |
| Apply Online | https://jobapply.in/grse2025app |
| Portals | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in nats.education.gov.in |
