KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 70 ITI, Diploma and Graduate apprentice posts. Check eligibility, stipend, selection process and last date.
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Introduction:
Kochi Metro Rail Limited has released an official recruitment notification for the engagement of 70 Apprentices for a period of one year. Eligible candidates holding ITI, Diploma, or Graduate degrees in technical and non-technical disciplines can register on the government portal and submit their filled bio-data form before the deadline.
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KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026- Overview:
organization name | Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) |
|---|---|
Post Name | Trade Apprentice (ITI), Diploma Technician, Graduate Technical (B.Tech/B.E), and Graduate Non-Technical (BBA/B.Com/BCA) |
Post Type | Apprenticeship (1-Year Duration) |
application mode | Offline (Registration on NAPS/NATS portal followed by submitting the application form via post/courier) |
application fees | Nil (Free for all categories) |
No Of Vacancy | Total 70 posts A. Graduate Tech (ECE / Electronics & Instrumentation): 16 posts B. Graduate Non-Tech (B.Com): 6 posts C. Diploma Technician (Mechanical): 28 posts D. Trade Apprentice ITI (Welder): 20 posts |
education qualification | A. ITI Tradesmen: ITI Trade (Full-Time Course) in relevant stream B. Diploma Technician: Full-time 3-year Diploma in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, or Computer Science C. Graduate Technical: Full-time 4-year B.Tech/B.E in Civil, EEE/Electrical, ECE/Electronics & Instrumentation, Mechanical, or IT/Computer Science D. Graduate Non-Technical: Full-time 3-year Degree in BBA, B.Com, or BCA |
selection process | Merit-based shortlisting (based on academic qualifications) followed by Document/Certificate Verification, Medical Examination, and Police Verification (No written exam or interview) |
age limit | Minimum 18 years as on closing date. Candidates must have passed the final qualification examination within five years from the closing date of application |
salary | A. ITI Tradesmen: 9,600 per month B. Diploma Technician: 10,900 per month (including Direct Benefit Transfer) C. Graduate Apprentices (Technical & Non-Technical): 12,300 per month (including Direct Benefit Transfer) Note: An additional 1,200 Food/Messing allowance per month is provided for all categories. |
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026- Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 10 November 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | Not indicated |
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Exam Pattern:
There is no written examination or oral interview conducted for this recruitment. Selection is purely merit-based according to qualifying academic marks.
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026- Important Direct Link:
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026- Exam Tips Preparation:
A. Ensure that all educational mark sheets and degree/diploma documents are verified and clear.
B. Obtain a Percentage Conversion Letter from your university if marks are in CGPA format without clear percentage calculation.
C. Ensure your active bank account is linked with Aadhaar for Direct Benefit Transfer stipend processing.
D. Keep valid photo identity cards and category certificates ready for the physical document verification process.
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - How To Apply?
A. Register on the portal: For ITI candidates, complete 100 percent profile registration on the NAPS website (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in). For Degree and Diploma candidates, register on the NATS website (nats.education.gov.in).
B. Note down the NAPS or NATS enrollment number generated after registration.
C. Download and print the official KMRL Apprentice Bio-Data Form.
D. Fill in all details in capital letters, affix a recent passport-size photograph, and sign the declaration.
E. Attach scanned self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, age proof, and category certificates.
F. Send the complete physical application form to: General Manager (HR, ADMN & TRG), Kochi Metro Rail Ltd., Corporate Office, 4th Floor, JLN Stadium Metro Station, Kaloor, Kochi, Kerala – 682017.
KMRL Apprentice Recruitment 2026- FAQs?
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies available in this recruitment?
👉A: There are a total of 70 apprentice posts distributed across Graduate, Diploma, and ITI streams.
Q2. Is there any application fee required to apply?
👉A: No, applying for KMRL apprenticeship training is completely free for all candidates.
Q3. Will candidates awaiting final exam results be eligible to apply?
👉A: No, candidates awaiting their final examination results are not eligible to apply.
Q4. What is the total duration of the apprenticeship program?
👉A: The training tenure is strictly one year from the date of joining.
Q5. Is prior apprenticeship training experience allowed?
👉A: No, candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training in any organization are ineligible.
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