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Kochi Metro Rail Limited Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026-27 for 70 Posts
Kochi Metro Rail (KMRL)
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Location
Kerala
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Last Date
10 Nov 2026
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Salary
Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300 per month; Diploma Technician Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month; ITI Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9,600 per month; additional food/messing allowance: Rs. 1,200 per month
Kochi Metro Rail (KMRL) - Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice Official Notification Poster & Schedule

Kochi Metro Rail Limited Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026-27 for 70 Posts

Kochi Metro Rail (KMRL) — Government of India and Government of Kerala joint venture

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Deadline: 10 Nov 2026
👥 Total Vacancies 70 Posts
📍 Job Location Kochi, Kerala
💰 Salary / Pay Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300 per month; Diploma Technician Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month; ITI Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9,600 per month; additional food/messing allowance: Rs. 1,200 per month
🎯 Selection Mode Application screening, shortlisting, document/certificate verification, medical fitness and police verification before engagement.
🎓 Detailed qualification, age limit & exam pattern: View Eligibility Table ↓
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Executive Summary & Key Facts

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The Kochi Metro Rail (KMRL) has issued an official recruitment notification for Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice, announcing a total of 70 vacancies located in Kerala. The online application window opens on 15 October 2026 and closes on 10 November 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Full-time regular B.Tech/B.E. in relevant engineering discipline for Graduate Technical; full-time regular BBA, B.Com or BCA for Graduate Non-Technical; full-time regular 3-year Engineering Diploma for Diploma Technician; full-time regular ITI course in relevant trade for ITI Trade Apprentice. Qualifications must be from a government-recognized institution and obtained through full-time regular study only. Part-time, correspondence, distance education, online-mode and result-awaiting candidates are not eligible. The qualifying examination must have been passed within 5 years from the application closing date. and be within the prescribed age limit of Minimum 18 Years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300 per month; Diploma Technician Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month; ITI Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9,600 per month; additional food/messing allowance: Rs. 1,200 per month. The selection procedure comprises Application screening, shortlisting, document/certificate verification, medical fitness and police verification before engagement.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.

⏱️ Contractual Post 1 Year
📍 Posting: Kochi, Kerala
🏢 Head Office: Kochi

📅 Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice - Important Dates & Schedule

Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice Schedule & Deadlines
Application Start15 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply
10 Nov 2026
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📋 Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice - Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Overview

Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice Eligibility, Qualifications & Details
Post Name
💼 Graduate Technical Apprentice 💼 Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice 💼 Diploma Technician Apprentice 💼 ITI Trade Apprentice
Total Vacancies70
QualificationFull-time regular B.Tech/B.E. in relevant engineering discipline for Graduate Technical; full-time regular BBA, B.Com or BCA for Graduate Non-Technical; full-time regular 3-year Engineering Diploma for Diploma Technician; full-time regular ITI course in relevant trade for ITI Trade Apprentice. Qualifications must be from a government-recognized institution and obtained through full-time regular study only. Part-time, correspondence, distance education, online-mode and result-awaiting candidates are not eligible. The qualifying examination must have been passed within 5 years from the application closing date.
Age LimitMinimum 18 Years
SalaryGraduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300 per month; Diploma Technician Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month; ITI Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9,600 per month; additional food/messing allowance: Rs. 1,200 per month
Application Fee
General: ₹0 OBC: ₹0 EWS: ₹0 SC: ₹0 ST: ₹0 fee_exempted: Yes payment_mode: No Fee
Selection ProcessApplication screening, shortlisting, document/certificate verification, medical fitness and police verification before engagement.

👥 Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Total Seats: 70
Post / Designation UR OBC SC ST EWS Total
Graduate Technical Apprentice 6 4 2 1 2 16
Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice 2 2 1 0 1 6
Diploma Technician Apprentice 11 8 4 2 3 28
ITI Trade Apprentice 8 5 3 2 2 20
Consolidated Total 28 19 11 5 7 70
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Complete Salary Breakup & Allowances

Estimated In-Hand
₹12,300 /mo

Graduate apprentices receive Rs. 12,300, diploma apprentices Rs. 10,900, and ITI apprentices Rs. 9,600 per month, plus Rs. 1,200 food allowance.

Basic Pay
₹9,600
Gross Salary
₹12,300
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Age Eligibility & DOB Range for Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice

Cut-off Date: As on 10 November 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 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 27 yrs — 11 Nov 1999 to 10 Nov 2008
EWS 18 yrs 27 yrs — 11 Nov 1999 to 10 Nov 2008
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 18 yrs 30 yrs +3 yrs 11 Nov 1996 to 10 Nov 2008
SC (Scheduled Caste) 18 yrs 32 yrs +5 yrs 11 Nov 1994 to 10 Nov 2008
ST (Scheduled Tribe) 18 yrs 32 yrs +5 yrs 11 Nov 1994 to 10 Nov 2008
PwD (General) 18 yrs 37 yrs +10 yrs 11 Nov 1989 to 10 Nov 2008
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Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on As on 10 November 2026)

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Remuneration & Monthly Pay Scale

Official Prescribed Pay: Graduate: Rs. 12,300/month; Diploma: Rs. 10,900/month; ITI: Rs. 9,600/month + Rs. 1,200 food allowance

Official Stipend / Pay
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Official Notification Verified Advt No: KMRL/Apprenticeship/2026-27/HR-Admin/01
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📝 Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice - Detailed Notification Guide

About Kochi Metro Rail Limited Apprenticeship 2026-27

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), a prominent joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Kerala, has officially released the recruitment notification for the Kochi Metro Rail Limited Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026-27. This comprehensive training program offers 70 posts across graduate, diploma, and ITI categories. Candidates who want to build a solid foundation in the urban mass rapid transit sector can explore all latest Kerala Government Jobs for similar career openings.

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Particulars Details
Recruiting Organization Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL)
Organization Type 50:50 Joint Venture of Government of India and Government of Kerala
Recruitment Name Kochi Metro Rail Recruitment 2026
Programme KMRL Apprenticeship 2026-27
Notification Reference KMRL/Apprenticeship/2026-27/HR-Admin/01
Notification Date 15 October 2026
Apprenticeship Act Apprentices Act, 1961
Total Vacancies 70 (Indicative / Tentative)
Apprenticeship Categories Graduate Technical, Graduate Non-Technical, Diploma Technician and ITI Trade Apprentice
Graduate Technical Vacancies 16
Graduate Non-Technical Vacancies 6
Diploma Technician Vacancies 28
ITI Trade Apprentice Vacancies 20
Educational Qualification Relevant Full-Time Regular Degree, 3-Year Diploma or ITI Trade Certificate
Graduate Technical Qualification Full-Time Regular 4-Year B.Tech / B.E. in the relevant engineering discipline
Graduate Non-Technical Qualification Full-Time Regular 3-Year BBA / B.Com / BCA
Diploma Technician Qualification Full-Time Regular 3-Year Engineering Diploma
ITI Apprentice Qualification Full-Time Regular ITI Course in the relevant trade
Qualification Recognition Government-Recognized Degree, Diploma or Certificate
Qualification Passing Requirement Passed Within 5 Years from the Application Closing Date
Distance / Online Education Not Eligible
Part-Time / Correspondence Qualification Not Eligible
Final-Year / Result-Awaiting Candidates Not Eligible
Previous / Ongoing Apprenticeship Candidates who have undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship training in any organization are not eligible
Minimum Age 18 Years
Age Reference Candidate must have completed 18 years
Graduate Apprentice Monthly Stipend Rs. 12,300 (Including DBT)
Diploma Technician Monthly Stipend Rs. 10,900 (Including DBT)
ITI Trade Apprentice Monthly Stipend Rs. 9,600
Additional Food / Messing Allowance Rs. 1,200 per month
Training Duration 1 Year
Training Extension Not Permitted
Application Start Date 15 October 2026
Application Last Date 10 November 2026
Application Mode NAPS / NATS Registration followed by Submission of Prescribed Application Form to KMRL
Registration Portal - ITI NAPS Apprenticeship Portal
Registration Portal - Degree / Diploma NATS Apprenticeship Portal
Application Fee No Fee
Written Examination Not Conducted
Interview Not Conducted
Selection Process Application Shortlisting and Document / Certificate Verification
Reservation As per Government Guidelines, including applicable PwBD reservation
UR Vacancies 28
SC Vacancies 11
ST Vacancies 5
OBC-NCL Vacancies 19
EWS Vacancies 7
Required Registration Number NAPS / NATS Apprenticeship Registration or Enrolment Number
Required Application Form Attached Apprentice Bio-Data Form
Documents Required NAPS/NATS Registration, Updated Profile, Qualification Certificates, Mark Sheets, Age Proof and Applicable Reservation Certificates
Medical Fitness Medical Certificate Required Before Engagement
Police Verification Required Before Engagement
Casual Leave 12 Days on a Pro-rata Basis
Medical Leave 15 Days for the One-Year Training Duration, subject to medical grounds
Employment Guarantee After Training No Right to Claim Employment
Training Location Kochi Metro Rail Limited, Kochi, Kerala
Application Submission Address General Manager (HR, ADM & TRG), Kochi Metro Rail Ltd., Corporate Office, 4th Floor, JLN Stadium Metro Station, Kaloor, Kochi, Kerala - 682017
Recruitment Contact Email [email protected]
Official Website https://kochimetro.org/

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Apprenticeship Category Vacancies Monthly Stipend
Graduate Apprentice - Technical 16 Rs. 12,300
Graduate Apprentice - Non-Technical 6 Rs. 12,300
Diploma Technician Apprentice 28 Rs. 10,900
ITI Trade Apprentice 20 Rs. 9,600
Total 70  

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Apprenticeship Category UR SC ST OBC-NCL EWS Total
Graduate - Technical 6 2 1 4 2 16
Graduate - Non-Technical 2 1 0 2 1 6
Diploma - Technician 11 4 2 8 3 28
Trade Apprentice - ITI 8 3 2 5 2 20
Total as Advertised 28 11 5 19 7 70

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Particulars Age Requirement
Minimum Age 18 Years Completed

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Apprenticeship Category Monthly Stipend Additional Food Allowance
Graduate Technical Rs. 12,300 Rs. 1,200
Graduate Non-Technical Rs. 12,300 Rs. 1,200
Diploma Technician Rs. 10,900 Rs. 1,200
ITI Trade Apprentice Rs. 9,600 Rs. 1,200

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Particulars Details
Training Duration 1 Year
Training Extension Not Permitted
Casual Leave 12 Days on a Pro-rata Basis
Medical Leave 15 Days for the One-Year Duration, subject to medical grounds
Performance Evaluation Periodic Evaluation
Employment After Training No Right to Claim Employment

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Particulars Details
Application Fee No Fee

Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown

Document Requirement
NAPS / NATS Registration Number Mandatory, as applicable
NAPS / NATS Updated Profile 100% Completed / Updated Profile
Educational Certificates Scanned / Supporting Copies
Educational Mark Sheets Clearly Visible and Readable Copies
Proof of Age Matriculation Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Passport or Accepted Document
SC / ST Certificate Applicable Category Certificate
Latest OBC-NCL Certificate Where Applicable
EWS Certificate Where Applicable
PwBD Certificate Where Applicable
Completed Bio-Data Form Official Attached Application Format
Passport-size Photograph Affixed to Application Form

The apprenticeship spans a contract duration of 1 Year, providing invaluable corporate exposure and hands-on technical training within a world-class transit system. Aspirants seeking technical and non-technical roles can also check more Graduate jobs in Kerala to expand their career horizons alongside comparable openings like the AWTM Technical Trades Recruitment 2026 for 40 Posts recruitment details.

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 70 apprenticeship vacancies are distributed among various technical and non-technical disciplines under official category reservation norms. Candidates can review the exact breakdown of posts across different categories below:

Post Name Total UR OBC SC ST EWS
Graduate Technical Apprentice 16 6 4 2 1 2
Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice 6 2 2 1 0 1
Diploma Technician Apprentice 28 11 8 4 2 3
ITI Trade Apprentice 20 8 5 3 2 2
Total Summary 70 28 19 11 5 7

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Applicants must satisfy specific educational benchmarks and age parameters established by KMRL under the Apprentices Act. Qualifications must be acquired through full-time regular study from a government-recognized institution.

  • Graduate Technical Apprentice: Full-time regular B.Tech/B.E. in relevant engineering disciplines.
  • Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice: Full-time regular BBA, B.Com, or BCA degree.
  • Diploma Technician Apprentice: Full-time regular 3-year Engineering Diploma in the relevant branch.
  • ITI Trade Apprentice: Full-time regular ITI course in the designated trade.
  • Qualifying Period: The qualifying examination must have been passed within 5 years from the application closing date. Part-time, correspondence, distance education, online-mode, and result-awaiting candidates are ineligible.

Age Limit & Relaxation Guidelines

Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 Years as on the cutoff date of 10 November 2026. Category-wise age relaxations are applicable in accordance with government regulations and PwBD reservation rules.

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • OBC Candidates: 3 Years relaxation
  • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years relaxation
  • PwBD Candidates: 10 Years (UR), 13 Years (OBC), and 15 Years (SC/ST) relaxation
  • Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 Years relaxation after deducting military service

Stipend & Financial Remuneration

Selected apprentices receive a fixed monthly stipend alongside an additional food and messing allowance during their 1-year training period at Kochi Metro Rail Limited:

  • Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300 per month
  • Diploma Technician Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month
  • ITI Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9,600 per month
  • Food & Messing Allowance: Additional Rs. 1,200 per month applicable across categories.

Selection Process & Methodology

Engagement under this recruitment is conducted without a written examination. The selection process involves a multi-stage screening and verification procedure:

  • Stage 1: Application Screening: Verification of submitted offline applications against eligibility criteria.
  • Stage 2: Shortlisting for Document Verification: Shortlisting candidates based on academic marks and profile strength.
  • Stage 3: Certificate Verification: Physical checking of original academic certificates, category documents, and portal registration proofs.
  • Stage 4: Medical Fitness & Police Verification: Final medical examination and police verification prior to formal agreement signing.

Step-by-Step Offline Application Procedure

Since applications are accepted in offline mode, candidates must adhere strictly to the registration sequence before dispatching physical documents:

  • Step 1: Portal Registration: Register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for ITI candidates or the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) for graduate and diploma candidates.
  • Step 2: Profile Update: Complete or update your candidate profile to generate your unique registration or enrolment number.
  • Step 3: Form Download: Obtain the official Apprentice Bio-Data Form from the notification PDF available on kochimetro.org.
  • Step 4: Form Completion: Fill out the application form clearly in CAPITAL LETTERS, attach self-attested photocopies of required documents, and affix a passport-size photograph.
  • Step 5: Postal Dispatch: Send the completed application to General Manager (HR, ADM & TRG), Kochi Metro Rail Ltd., Corporate Office, 4th Floor, JLN Stadium Metro Station, Kaloor, Kochi, Kerala - 682017 so that it arrives within the specified window ending on 10 November 2026.

Essential Documents Checklist

Candidates must attach clear, legible copies of the following documents along with their filled Bio-Data Form:

  • NAPS or NATS registration / enrolment number proof
  • Updated NAPS/NATS profile printout
  • Educational qualification degree/diploma/certificate
  • All semesters/years educational mark sheets
  • Proof of age (Matriculation / Birth Certificate)
  • Caste or category certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS) if applicable
  • PwBD certificate if applicable
  • Completed and signed Apprentice Bio-Data Form
  • Recent passport-size photographs

Candidate Advisory & Application Warnings

Crucial Advisory: Ensure that your name, father's name, and date of birth match your matriculation certificate exactly. Avoid submitting multiple application forms for the same apprenticeship category. Complete your NAPS/NATS registration before mailing your offline application packet to KMRL.

📝 How to Apply for Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice

1. Register on the applicable apprenticeship portal: NAPS for ITI candidates and NATS for graduate/diploma candidates. 2. Complete or update your profile and obtain the registration/enrolment number. 3. Download the official Apprentice Bio-Data Form from the KMRL notification. 4. Fill the form in CAPITAL LETTERS, attach the required documents, and sign the declaration. 5. Send the completed application to General Manager (HR, ADM & TRG), Kochi Metro Rail Ltd., Corporate Office, 4th Floor, JLN Stadium Metro Station, Kaloor, Kochi, Kerala - 682017 so that it reaches within the notified period.

🎂 Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice - Age Relaxation Criteria

As per Government guidelines, including applicable PwBD reservation

❓ Graduate Technical Apprentice, Graduate Non-Technical Apprentice, Diploma Technician Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice Frequently Asked Questions

Q1 (Eligibility): What is the educational qualification required for KMRL Apprenticeship 2026-27?

B.Tech/B.E. for Graduate Technical, BBA/B.Com/BCA for Graduate Non-Technical, 3-year Diploma for Diploma Technician, and ITI for Trade Apprentice.

Q2 (Age & Relaxation): What is the age limit for KMRL Apprenticeship 2026-27?

Candidates must have completed 18 years of age. Category relaxation will be as per government guidelines, including applicable PwBD reservation.

Q3 (Salary): What stipend is offered under KMRL Apprenticeship 2026-27?

Graduate apprentices get Rs. 12,300 per month, diploma apprentices Rs. 10,900, and ITI apprentices Rs. 9,600, plus Rs. 1,200 food allowance.

Q4 (Dates & Fee): What are the application dates and fee details?

Applications open on 15 Oct 2026 and close on 10 Nov 2026. There is no application fee.

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