Yantra India Limited (YIL) has announced a large-scale recruitment drive for its 59th batch of Trade Apprentices, with 3,979 vacancies across various ordnance and ordnance equipment factories in India.

This opportunity is open to both 10th pass (non-ITI) and ex-ITI candidates, and applications are being accepted through the official recruitment portal.

1. Vacancy Overview of YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

2. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

3. Stipend Details

4. Application Fees & Key Dates

5. Selection Process

6. How to Apply Step-by-Step

7. Frequently Asked Questions

Vacancy Overview of YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The recruitment is spread across different states in India, focusing on engaging eligible citizens under the Apprentices Act 1961.

Category	Number of Vacancies
Trade Apprentice (Non-ITI)	1136
Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI)	2843
Total	3979

Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

To qualify for these positions, candidates must meet specific academic and age requirements:

Trade Apprentice (Non-ITI): Must have passed Madhyamik (Class X) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate and 40% marks in Mathematics and Science each.
Trade Apprentice (Ex-ITI): Must have passed 10th standard and possess an ITI certificate in a relevant trade recognized by NCVT, SCVT, or other government institutes.
Age Limit: The minimum age is 14 years (18 years for hazardous industries), with a maximum age limit of 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Stipend Details

Selected apprentices will receive a fixed monthly stipend during their training period:

Non-ITI (10th Pass): ₹8,200/- per month.
Ex-ITI (ITI Pass): ₹9,600/- per month.

Application Fees & Key Dates

Application Fees:

General / OBC: ₹200/- + GST.
SC / ST / Female / Reserved: ₹100/- + GST.
Payment Mode: Online via Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking.

Important Dates:

Start Date for Online Registration: February 2, 2026.
Closing Date for Applications: March 3, 2026.

Selection Process

The selection is designed to be straightforward, focusing on academic merit:

1. Merit List: Prepared based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examinations.

2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present their original documents for authentication.

How to Apply Step-by-Step

Interested candidates should register through the official portal at www.recruit-gov.com.

Step 1: Visit the portal and click "New Registration" to provide basic details (mobile and email).
Step 2: Log in with your new ID and password.
Step 3: Fill out the application form and upload your photograph, signature, and relevant documents.
Step 4: Pay the application fee through the online gateway.
Step 5: Submit and print a copy for your records.

Important Note: Candidates already registered on the government apprenticeship portal (apprenticeship.gov.in) must reapply on the YIL portal.