Indian Navy has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Tradesman Mate and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 358 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Tradesman Mate and other Posts are currently open for all eligible candidates. The exact last date to submit the offline application for this recruitment in Indian Navy has not been announced yet, so interested candidates should apply as early as possible to avoid missing the opportunity.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Tradesman Mate and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
Indian Navy – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreman (Metal) | 41 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Electrical) | 25 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Electronics and Gyro) | 8 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Weapon Electronics) | 13 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Mechanical) | 31 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Mechanical Systems) | 10 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Foundry) | 1 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Heat Engine) | 17 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Ship Building) | 4 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Ref & AC) | 8 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Machine) | 35 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Auxiliary) | 5 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Instrument) | 1 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Planning, Production & Control) | 3 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Civil Works) | 3 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Millwright) | 1 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Foreman (Integrated Systems) | 1 | Rs.44900-142400/- | Kochi, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Karwar, NAD Karwar, NAD Dollygunj, Alwayer |
| Senior Store Superintendent (Armament) | 7 | No Details | No Details |
| Tradesman Highly Skilled Grade-I (Fitter) | 31 | No Details | No Details |
| Tradesman Highly Skilled Grade-II (Fitter) | 20 | No Details | No Details |
| Store Superintendent (Armament) | 6 | No Details | No Details |
| Cook | 19 | No Details | No Details |
| Washerman, Boy | 1 | No Details | No Details |
| Tradesman Mate | 64 | No Details | No Details |
| Bootmaker, Equipment Repair and Boot Maker | 3 | No Details | No Details |
| Total Vacancies: | 358 |
Indian Navy Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for Indian Navy Tradesman Mate and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Indian Navy. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Foreman (Metal) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in welding, metalizing, fabrication, NDT | 3 years |
| Foreman (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering; 3 years experience in electrical systems maintenance | 3 years |
| Foreman (Electronics and Gyro) | Diploma in Electronics, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Telecommunication, Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control, Communication Engineering; 3 years experience in navigation, gyro, electronic systems | 3 years |
| Foreman (Weapon Electronics) | Diploma in Electronics, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Telecommunication, Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control, Communication Engineering; 3 years experience in radar, sonar, communication systems | 3 years |
| Foreman (Mechanical) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in repair, overhaul, installation of marine, mechanical machinery | 3 years |
| Foreman (Mechanical Systems) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in pipe fabrication, installation, boiler work | 3 years |
| Foreman (Foundry) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in foundry, mould making, metal melting | 3 years |
| Foreman (Heat Engine) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in marine, industrial diesel engines, gas turbines | 3 years |
| Foreman (Ship Building) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in precision machining, fitting, fabrication | 3 years |
| Foreman (Ref & AC) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning; 3 years experience in refrigeration, AC plant maintenance | 3 years |
| Foreman (Machine) | Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Dress Making, Garment Fabrication, Paint Technology; 3 years experience in ship construction, repair, maintenance | 3 years |
| Foreman (Auxiliary) | Diploma in Mechanical, Automobile Engineering; 3 years experience in mobile cranes, lifting equipment | 3 years |
| Foreman (Instrument) | Diploma in Electronics, Electronics and Instrumentation, Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control Engineering; 3 years experience in electronics, instrumentation, control equipment | 3 years |
| Foreman (Planning, Production & Control) | Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Automobile, Refrigeration and AC, Mechatronics or related Engineering; 3 years experience in production planning, project management | 3 years |
| Foreman (Civil Works) | Diploma in Civil Engineering; 3 years experience in maintenance of buildings, civil structures | 3 years |
| Foreman (Millwright) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; 3 years experience in precision machining, machine installation | 3 years |
| Foreman (Integrated Systems) | No Details | No Details |
| Senior Store Superintendent (Armament) | No Details | No Details |
| Tradesman Highly Skilled Grade-I (Fitter) | No Details | No Details |
| Tradesman Highly Skilled Grade-II (Fitter) | No Details | No Details |
| Store Superintendent (Armament) | No Details | No Details |
| Cook | No Details | No Details |
| Washerman, Boy | No Details | No Details |
| Tradesman Mate | No Details | No Details |
| Bootmaker, Equipment Repair and Boot Maker | No Details | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Indian Navy for Tradesman Mate and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Foreman (Metal) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Electrical) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Electronics and Gyro) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Weapon Electronics) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Mechanical) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Mechanical Systems) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Foundry) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Heat Engine) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Ship Building) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Ref & AC) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Machine) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Auxiliary) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Instrument) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Planning, Production & Control) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Civil Works) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Millwright) | Max 56 years |
| Foreman (Integrated Systems) | Max 56 years |
| Senior Store Superintendent (Armament) | No Details |
| Tradesman Highly Skilled Grade-I (Fitter) | No Details |
| Tradesman Highly Skilled Grade-II (Fitter) | No Details |
| Store Superintendent (Armament) | No Details |
| Cook | No Details |
| Washerman, Boy | No Details |
| Tradesman Mate | No Details |
| Bootmaker, Equipment Repair and Boot Maker | No Details |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Tradesman Mate and other Posts will be carried out through As per Indian Navy recruitment rules. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Indian Navy. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for Indian Navy Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Indian Navy is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Applications should be submitted through the proper channel via Speed Post or Registered Post. Refer to notification at www.indiannavy.gov.in for full address. (get form from https://indiannavy.gov.in/sites/default/files/2026-06/INCET-01-2026%20%28ABS-DEP%29-%20Detailed%20Advertisement%20for%20Recruitment%20of%20various%20Group%20B%20%28NG%29%20%20Group%20C%20posts%20by%20Deputation%20%20Absorption.pdf). Do not wait for the last date — submit your application today.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | indiannavy.gov.in |