Overview
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Labour Department has released the BMC Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 612 vacancies across 18 ITI trades. Eligible candidates must register on the Apprenticeship India portal before attending the walk-in recruitment mela on 20 and 21 August 2026 at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai.
Candidates should check the detailed notification for trade-wise vacancies and eligibility conditions before reporting to the venue.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Labour Department |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 612 posts across 18 ITI trades |
| Application Mode | Online registration followed by walk-in recruitment mela |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA; candidates should register before attending the mela |
| Last Date | 21 August 2026, subject to the walk-in schedule |
| Exam Date | TBA; no written examination has been announced |
| Result Date | TBA |
The recruitment mela will be conducted on 20 and 21 August 2026. Candidates are advised to reach the venue within the reporting hours specified in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should have passed the prescribed school-level examination, generally Class 10 or an equivalent qualification, from a recognised board.
- Applicants must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an institute recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT), as applicable.
- The ITI trade mentioned in the certificate must correspond to one of the 18 trades included in the BMC apprentice recruitment drive.
- Candidates should have valid educational, ITI and identity documents available for verification at the walk-in venue.
- Trade-wise qualification requirements must be confirmed from the detailed BMC notification before attending the recruitment mela.
Age Limit
- The exact lower and upper age limits are not specified in the available recruitment details.
- Applicants must satisfy the age conditions prescribed under the applicable apprenticeship rules and the detailed BMC notification.
- Any relaxation for reserved categories will apply only as permitted under government or apprenticeship regulations.
- Proof of date of birth, such as a Class 10 certificate or birth certificate, should be carried for verification.
Fees
- No application or walk-in participation fee has been specified in the recruitment details.
- Candidates should not make payments through unofficial websites, agents or intermediaries.
- Applicants must review the official notification to confirm whether any trade-specific charge or registration requirement applies.
Selection Process
- Portal registration and eligibility screening: Only candidates registered on the Apprenticeship India portal will be considered for the available apprentice positions.
- Document verification at the mela: BMC representatives will verify educational certificates, ITI credentials, identity proof, category certificates and other required documents presented by candidates.
- Shortlisting and engagement: Eligible applicants may be shortlisted based on their qualifications, document verification, trade-wise vacancies and the selection criteria prescribed by BMC. Final engagement will be subject to verification and apprenticeship formalities.
How to Apply
- Visit the Apprenticeship India portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and select the candidate registration option.
- Create a profile using an active mobile number and email address. Enter personal, educational and ITI trade details carefully, ensuring they match the original certificates.
- Upload the requested photograph, signature, identity proof and qualification documents in the prescribed format. Complete the profile and note the registration number.
- Search for the relevant BMC apprenticeship opportunity, if listed, and complete the online application or establishment selection process before the walk-in date.
- Print the Apprenticeship India registration or application acknowledgement for submission at the recruitment venue.
- Prepare self-attested copies of the Class 10 certificate, ITI mark sheets and certificate, Aadhaar card or other photo ID, caste certificate, domicile certificate, passport-size photographs and portal registration proof, as applicable.
- Attend the walk-in recruitment mela on 20 or 21 August 2026 at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai. Candidates should carry all original documents along with self-attested photocopies.
- Arrive early and follow the trade-wise registration, document verification and counselling instructions issued by officials at the venue. Attendance at the mela does not automatically guarantee selection.
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FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under BMC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
BMC has announced 612 Trade Apprentice vacancies across 18 ITI trades.
2. When and where will the BMC apprentice walk-in mela be held?
The recruitment mela will be held on 20 and 21 August 2026 at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai.
3. Is Apprenticeship India registration compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must first register on the Apprenticeship India portal and bring the registration proof, original certificates and self-attested document copies to the walk-in venue.
