YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Yantra India Limited (YIL) has officially released the notification for the engagement of the 59th batch of Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The organisation has announced approximately 3979 vacancies for the 2026 Apprenticeship Program.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online starting February 1, 2026, through the official website, www.recruit-gov.com. Applicants are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria and other important details before submitting their application.
YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Yantra India Limited (YIL) |
| Advertisement No. | 1457 |
| Notification Date | 30 January 2026 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentices (Ex-ITI & Non-ITI) |
| Total Vacancies | 3979 (Approx.) |
| Ex-ITI Vacancies | 2843 |
| Non-ITI Vacancies | 1136 |
| Training Location | Ordnance & Ordnance Equipment Factories across India |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Online Application Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | recruit-gov.com |
YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria by March 3, 2026.
1. Educational Qualification
For Non-ITI Candidates:
- The candidate must have completed Madhyamik (Class 10 or its equivalent).
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
- The candidate must have achieved a minimum of 40% in mathematics and science separately.
For Ex-ITI Candidates:
- Candidates must have completed a relevant ITI trade at an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute.
- The candidate must have achieved a minimum of 50% in the ITI examination.
- Additionally, the candidate must have completed Class 10 with a minimum of 50% marks.
Candidates appearing in qualifying exams or awaiting results are not eligible.
2. Age Limit
- Minimum Age:
- 14 years (General trades)
- 18 years (Hazardous trades)
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Age eligibility is governed by the Apprentice Act, 1961, and related amendments. YANTRA INDIA LIMITED
Application Fee for Yantra India Limited Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR & OBC | ₹200 + GST |
| SC/ST/Women/PWD/Transgender | ₹100 + GST |
The fee must be paid online via Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, etc.
(Note: No transaction fee for UPI and RuPay Debit Card payments.)
Selection Procedure for YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The selection process will be based strictly on merit.
For Non-ITI Candidates:
- The merit list will be prepared factory-wise.
- Based on the percentage of marks in Class 10.
- Trades will be allotted on a merit-cum-choice basis.
For Ex-ITI Candidates:
- The merit list will be prepared factory-wise and trade-wise.
- Based on the simple average of:
- Class 10 marks
- ITI marks (minimum 50% in each)
Tie-Breaking Rule:
If two candidates have equal marks:
- Older candidates will be preferred.
- If the date of birth is the same, the earlier year of matriculation will be preferred.
- The alphabetical order of the name will be taken into consideration if it remains unchanged.
Provisionally selected candidates will be called for:
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Duration of Training
The duration of training will be as prescribed under:
- Apprentice Act, 1961
- Apprenticeship Rules, 1992
- Schedule I (for Ex-ITI candidates)
Stipend
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Non-ITI (Class 10) | ₹8,200 |
| Ex-ITI | ₹9,600 |
No other allowances will be provided during the training period. YANTRA INDIA LIMITED
Medical Fitness
Candidates must meet the prescribed physical fitness standards as per the Apprentice Act. Medical examinations will be conducted by the respective factory.
How to Apply
Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official website: recruit-gov.com
- Complete online registration.
- Fill in personal details carefully (name, date of birth, and marks must match certificates).
- Upload required documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar Card or valid ID proof
- 10th mark sheet
- If you are an ex-ITI candidate, please provide your ITI certificate.
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online.
- Apply and download the confirmation.
Only one application is allowed per candidate.
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is March 3, 2026 (11:59 p.m.).
2. How many total vacancies are available?
There are approximately 3979 vacancies.
3. What is the age limit?
The maximum age limit is 35 years. Minimum age is 14 years (18 years for hazardous trades).