Visakhapatnam Port Authority Recruitment 2026 for 20 Trade Apprentice Posts

Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has announced 20 Trade Apprentice vacancies for one-year apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. The recruitment covers five trades: Welder, Electrician, Fitter, Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) and Electronics Mechanic, with 4 vacancies available in each trade. Candidates who have completed ITI in the relevant trade can apply for these apprentice positions. Online applications through the NAPS Apprenticeship India portal started on 24 August 2026 and will remain open until 23 September 2026.

Name of OrganizationVisakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA)
Post NameTrade Apprentice – Welder, Electrician, Fitter, Motor Mechanic & Electronics Mechanic
EducationITI in Relevant Trade
Total Vacancies20
SalaryStipend: Rs. 8,344.60/- to Rs. 9,387.67/- per month
Age LimitMinimum 14 Years as on 31 August 2026; no upper age limit as per Apprenticeship Act
Application FeeNo Application Fee Mentioned
Selection ProcessMerit Based on ITI Marks & Certificate Verification
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationVisakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Last Date To Apply23 September 2026

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Trade Apprentice – Welder4ITI in Welder Trade
Trade Apprentice – Electrician4ITI in Electrician Trade
Trade Apprentice – Fitter4ITI in Fitter Trade
Trade Apprentice – Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)4ITI in Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) Trade
Trade Apprentice – Electronics Mechanic4ITI in Electronics Mechanic Trade
Total20

How to Apply

  1. Visit the Apprenticeship India (NAPS) portal.
  2. Register as a candidate if you are not already registered on the portal.
  3. Log in and open the Apprentice Opportunity search section.
  4. Select the relevant designated trade.
  5. Choose Andhra Pradesh as the location.
  6. Search for Visakhapatnam Port Authority as the establishment.
  7. Select the relevant Trade Apprentice opportunity and click on the Apply option.
  8. Complete the online application with the required information.
  9. Upload the required ITI certificate and other supporting documents.
  10. Submit the application on or before 23 September 2026 and retain a copy for future reference.

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