The Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), a prominent port in Andhra Pradesh, has issued an official notification inviting eligible candidates to apply for the position of Trade Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 (amended in 1973, 1986, and 2019). This recruitment is for the year 2024-2025, and the positions are available in the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Department of VPA. This is an excellent opportunity for young individuals seeking a career in the field of engineering and gaining hands-on experience with one of India’s leading ports.
Key Details of the Job Notification
- Position: Trade Apprentice
- Department: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Visakhapatnam Port Authority
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Total Vacancies: 20 Positions
- Stipend: Rs. 9,387.67 per month (Rs. 8,344.60 for one of the trades)
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 19th December 2024
- Online Application End Date: 18th January 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit:
- Candidates must be at least 14 years old as of 31st December 2024 to be eligible for this apprenticeship program.
- Qualification:
- Candidates must have completed their ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certification in one of the relevant trades. The following trades are available under this recruitment:
- Welder – ITI in Welder Trade
- Electrician – ITI in Electrician Trade
- Fitter – ITI in Fitter Trade
- Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) – ITI in Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) Trade
- Electronics Mechanic – ITI in Electronics Mechanic Trade
- Candidates must have completed their ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certification in one of the relevant trades. The following trades are available under this recruitment:
Reservation and Preference
- Reservation for SC, ST, and OBC: The recruitment will follow the reservation rules based on the total number of placements under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
- Preference to Children of VPA Employees: There will be a special preference given to the children of VPA employees in the ratio of 4:1:1, i.e., 4 positions for children of VPA employees, 1 for children of deceased or medically invalidated superannuated employees, and 1 for outsiders.
- Sub-Ratio for Employees: The children of VPA employees will be further divided into sub-ratios: 2:1:1 (2 for children of deceased employees/medically invalidated employees, 1 for serving employees, and 1 for the general category).
Engagement Process
The selection process will be based purely on merit. The candidates will be shortlisted based on their aggregate marks obtained in the ITI certification. Only those who are shortlisted on merit will be invited for the document verification process.
- Merit-Based Selection: The candidates will be selected based on the marks obtained in their ITI exams.
- Certificate Verification: Candidates who qualify based on merit will be called for document verification. Please note that no travel expenses (TA/DA) will be provided for attending the certificate verification.
Training Period and Stipend
- Duration of Training: The selected apprentices will undergo a training period of one year.
- Stipend:
- The monthly stipend for most of the trades will be Rs. 9,387.67.
- For a specific trade, the stipend is Rs. 8,344.60.
It is important to note that no boarding or lodging expenses will be provided during the training period.
How to Apply
Interested candidates need to apply through the NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) portal. The application process involves the following steps:
- Registration: Candidates must first register on the NAPS Apprentice portal.
- Find and Apply for Apprenticeship:
- Once registered, candidates need to search for an apprenticeship opportunity by selecting:
- Trade: Select the desired trade.
- Course Type: Select the “Designated” course type.
- Location: Andhra Pradesh.
- Establishment: Visakhapatnam Port Authority.
- After selecting the appropriate options, candidates can click “Apply” to submit their applications.
- Once registered, candidates need to search for an apprenticeship opportunity by selecting:
Travel and Accommodation
- No Travel Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA): Candidates attending the certificate verification process will not be reimbursed for travel expenses.
- No Boarding or Lodging Provided: The selected apprentices will need to arrange their own accommodation and meals during the training period.
