Apprentice 2026

Apprenticeships are training positions rather than permanent posts. They run for a fixed period, usually one to two years, and pay a monthly stipend while you gain practical experience in a trade or discipline.

This page covers apprentice notifications from the Railways, public sector undertakings, defence establishments and government departments. Most are offered under the NAPS or NATS schemes and are open to candidates holding an ITI certificate, a diploma or a degree, depending on the trade.

Selection is often based on marks in the qualifying examination rather than a written test, which makes these openings worth applying to even while preparing for other exams. An apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment, but the completion certificate is recognised and counts as experience in many later recruitments.