NMPA Apprentice Recruitment 2025: The New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA), Panambur, has released a new notification inviting applications for Apprentice Trainee positions. These roles are available for Graduate and Diploma holders under the Apprentice Act, 1961, and its amendments.
This is not a permanent job. The apprenticeship is for a period of one year, and it will not be extended or converted into a full-time job. However, it is a good opportunity for freshers from Engineering, Commerce, Arts, and Diploma backgrounds to gain hands-on experience in a reputed government organization.
Candidates need to submit the application in the prescribed format via post. The last date to apply is May 26, 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps by the NMPA administration.
In the next sections, you will find details on eligibility, stipend, selection process, how to apply, and documents required.
NMPA Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the NMPA Apprentice Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification:
Graduate Apprenticeship: Candidates with a degree in:
- Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical)
- B.Com or B.A
Diploma Apprenticeship: Candidates with a diploma in:
- Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical
- Commercial Practice
Only those who passed in 2022, 2023, or 2024 are eligible.
Ineligibility:
- Those awaiting final results or who haven’t received their mark sheets or certificates (even provisional) are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship training anywhere under the Apprentice Act are not eligible.
Stipend and Training Details
The selected apprentices will get the following monthly stipends during the one-year training period:
| Apprentice Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate (Engineering/B.A/B.Com) | ₹9,000 |
| Diploma Holders | ₹8,000 |
There are 24 training slots across different fields.
NMPA Apprentice Recruitment Selection Process 2025
The selection will be based on merit, calculated using the marks secured in the qualifying examination (degree or diploma). There is no written test or interview mentioned in the notice.
Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | May 9, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 26, 2025 |
| Selection/Shortlisting | To be notified via post or email |
| Apprenticeship Start Date | Tentatively in June 2025 |
How to Apply for NMPA Apprentice Recruitment 2025
You need to apply in the prescribed offline format. Applications must be sent to the following address:
The Secretary,
Administration Department,
New Mangalore Port Authority,
Panambur – 575010
The envelope should clearly mention the Apprenticeship Field you are applying for.
Documents Required
Make sure to attach self-attested copies of the following with your application:
- All semester mark sheets and certificates
- Degree or Diploma certificate (final or provisional)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhar card copy
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Updated resume