Introduction
The Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC) Labour Department has announced the recruitment of 612 Trade Apprentices for 18 ITI trades across Mumbai. The selection will be conducted through an online portal registration followed by a walk‑in recruitment mela on 20 & 21 August 2026, with no written examination.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC) |
| Post Name |
Trade Apprentice (18 ITI trades) |
| Total Vacancies |
612 |
| Application Mode |
Online portal registration + Walk‑in Mela |
| Start Date |
20 August 2026 (Day 1) & 21 August 2026 (Day 2) |
| Last Date |
— |
| Official Website |
apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
| Organisation |
Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC) |
| Department |
Labour Department (कामगार विभाग) |
| Notification No. |
प्रकाअ/585/एमसी, dated 11 August 2026 |
| Governing Law |
Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Job Location |
Mumbai (BMC jurisdiction) |
Vacancy Details
Day 1 – 20 August 2026 (9 Trades)
| S.No. |
Trade |
Total Posts (Backward / Open) |
Stipend (₹/month) |
| 1 |
Electrician |
40 (29 / 11) |
19,890 |
| 2 |
Plumber |
66 (48 / 18) |
17,680 |
| 3 |
Refrigeration & Air Condition Mechanic |
6 (4 / 2) |
19,890 |
| 4 |
Draughtsman Civil |
5 (4 / 1) |
19,890 |
| 5 |
Turner |
4 (3 / 1) |
19,890 |
| 6 |
Desktop Publishing Operator |
3 (2 / 1) |
17,680 |
| 7 |
Motor Vehicle Body Builder |
4 (3 / 1) |
17,680 |
| 8 |
Diesel Mechanic |
87 (63 / 24) |
17,680 |
| 9 |
Machinist |
1 (single post; reservation not applicable) |
19,890 |
| Day 1 Total: 216 |
Day 2 – 21 August 2026 (9 Trades)
| S.No. |
Trade |
Total Posts (Backward / Open) |
Stipend (₹/month) |
| 1 |
Wireman |
33 (23 / 10) |
19,890 |
| 2 |
Fitter |
58 (42 / 16) |
19,890 |
| 3 |
Mason (Building Construction) |
28 (20 / 8) |
17,680 |
| 4 |
Carpenter |
20 (14 / 6) |
17,680 |
| 5 |
Painter General |
13 (9 / 4) |
19,890 |
| 6 |
Mechanic Motor Vehicle |
39 (28 / 11) |
19,890 |
| 7 |
Welder |
16 (12 / 4) |
17,680 |
| 8 |
Computer Operator & Programming Assistant |
154 (110 / 44) |
17,680 |
| 9 |
Pump Operator Cum Mechanic |
35 (25 / 10) |
17,680 |
| Day 2 Total: 396 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification |
SSC (10th) or equivalent, passed with Marathi as a 100‑mark subject |
| Technical Qualification |
Passed all semesters/levels of the relevant ITI trade examination |
| Domicile |
Resident of Maharashtra (migrants from other states not eligible for reserved posts) |
| Physical Fitness |
Fitness certificate from a BMC medical examiner |
| Police Character Verification |
Must be submitted within 2 months of training start date |
| Age Limit |
Minimum 14 years; maximum age not specified (as per State guidelines) |
Pay Scale & Salary
| Stipend (₹/month) |
- 19,890 – Electrician, Plumber, Fitter, Wireman, Painter General, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Draughtsman Civil, Turner, Machinist
- 17,680 – Plumber, Mason, Carpenter, Computer Operator & Programming Assistant, Welder, Pump Operator Cum Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Body Builder, Desktop Publishing Operator
|
Application Fee
No application fee has been specified for this recruitment.
Important Dates
| Notification Date |
11 August 2026 |
| Walk‑in Mela – Day 1 |
20 August 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Walk‑in Mela – Day 2 |
21 August 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Venue |
Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, near S.T. Workshop, Kirol Road, Vidyavihar (P), Mumbai 400086 |
| Character Verification Certificate Submission |
Within 2 months of training start date |
Selection Process
- Merit is based on marks obtained in the final semester of the ITI trade examination (as declared in the mela application).
- Applicable social reservations (SC/ST/VJ/NT‑B/NT‑C/NT‑D/SEBC/EWS) and parallel reservations (Women 30 %, Ex‑servicemen 15 %, Project‑affected 5 %, Sportspersons 5 %, Earthquake‑affected 2 %, Orphans 1 %, PwD 4 %) are considered.
- In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate (earlier date of birth) gets preference.
- A combined merit list is prepared; high‑scoring backward‑class candidates may also be considered for open‑category posts.
- Selected candidates’ names are published on the BMC recruitment portal, followed by document verification and an online offer.
How to Apply
- Visit www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and log in. Only Maharashtra ITI‑passed candidates are eligible.
- Under “Apprenticeship Opportunities,” select MCGM (BMC) as the establishment.
- On the applicable mela date (20 or 21 August 2026), appear in person at the venue mentioned above between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
- Fill and submit the prescribed application form (format issued with the notification) along with self‑attested copies of the required documents.
- Candidates are shortlisted at the mela based on ITI final‑semester marks and reservation criteria.
- Selected candidates undergo document verification and receive an online offer through the portal.
- Accept the offer within 7 days; otherwise, the selection is cancelled and the next eligible candidate is considered.
- Upon acceptance, execute the Model Contract of Apprenticeship Training online between the candidate and BMC.
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FAQs
- What is the minimum age to apply?
Applicants must be at least 14 years old.
- Is there any application fee?
No application fee has been mentioned for this recruitment.
- Can candidates from other states apply?
Only candidates who are residents of Maharashtra and have passed the relevant ITI trade are eligible.
- What documents are required at the mela?
School leaving certificate/birth certificate, SSC mark sheet, ITI certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, Aadhaar, PAN, bank details, passport‑size photograph, and any parallel‑reservation certificates.
- Will the apprenticeship lead to a permanent job in BMC?
No. The apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment after the training period.
- How is the stipend paid?
The stipend is paid monthly as per the State Government guidelines, varying between ₹17,680 and ₹19,890 depending on the trade.
- What is the last date to submit the character verification certificate?
It must be submitted within 2 months of the training start date.
