National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) — Ministry of Earth Sciences
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 24 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 24 yrs | — | 25 Sep 2002 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 24 yrs | — | 25 Sep 2002 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 29 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1997 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 29 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1997 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 34 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1992 to 24 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–24 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) has issued an official recruitment notification for Apprentice Trainees, announcing a total of 30 vacancies located in Tamil Nadu. To be eligible, applicants must hold Diploma in Engineering/Technology or Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology/relevant discipline and be within the prescribed age limit of Technician: 18-24 years; Graduate: 21-26 years (with relaxation for reserved categories), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 12,000 for Technician; Rs. 13,000 for Graduate. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 10 Jun 2026 |
|---|
| Post Name | Apprentice Trainees |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Qualification | Diploma in Engineering/Technology or Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology/relevant discipline |
| Age Limit | Technician: 18-24 years; Graduate: 21-26 years (with relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Salary | Rs. 12,000 for Technician; Rs. 13,000 for Graduate |
| Application Fee | No application fee |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview |
The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) has just dropped a notification for 30 Apprentice Trainee positions. If you are an engineering graduate or a diploma holder looking for a solid start in a premier government research organization, this is your chance. It is a walk-in interview process, so mark your calendars—no complex online applications to worry about.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Mech/Elec/ECE) | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mech/Civil/ECE) | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Science/Biotech/Marine) | 14 |
To be eligible, you must have completed your degree or diploma within the last 5 years from an AICTE/DOTE/UGC-approved institution. The minimum age starts at 18 for technicians and 21 for graduates. Age relaxations apply as per government norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years).
Since this is a walk-in, you need to be prepared. Reach the venue on 10 June 2026 by 08:30 AM sharp. Carry your original mark sheets, certificates, an ID proof, and a set of self-attested photocopies. Also, bring a neatly filled application form as mentioned in the official notification.
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