Here are the important details regarding the Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) Apprenticeship Notification (2026–27):
Overview
- Organization: Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) — A 50-50 Joint Venture of Govt. of India & Govt. of Kerala.
- Reference No: KMRL/Apprenticeship/2026-27/HR-Admin/01
- Duration of Training: 1 Year
- Total Vacancies: 70 Posts across various categories (Graduate Tech, Graduate Non-Tech, Diploma, and ITI Trades).
- Opening Date of Application: 15/10/2026
- Closing Date of Application: 10/11/2026
Stipend & Allowances
- ITI Tradesmen: Rs. 9,600/- per month
- Diploma Technician: Rs. 10,900/- per month (includes DBT)
- Graduate Apprentices: Rs. 12,300/- per month (includes DBT)
- Additional Benefit: An additional Rs. 1,200/- per month for Food/Messing allowance.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age & Passing Window: Candidates must have completed 18 years of age and passed their final qualifying examination within five years of the application closing date.
- Education Mode: Only full-time regular courses are accepted. Distance education, part-time, online, or correspondence courses are not eligible.
- Exclusions: Candidates awaiting results, under 18 years of age, or who have already undergone/are undergoing apprenticeship training elsewhere are ineligible.
Application Process
- Step 1 (Portal Registration):
- Register on NAPS ([https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in](https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in)) for ITI.
- Register on NATS ([https://nats.education.gov.in/](https://nats.education.gov.in/)) for Degree/Diploma in Engineering & Non-Engineering.
- Step 2 (Postal Submission): Send the filled application form (in the prescribed format) along with required documents to the following address: General Manager (HR, ADMN & TRG) Kochi Metro Rail Ltd., Corporate Office, 4th Floor, JLN Stadium Metro Station, Kaloor, Kochi, Kerala – 6820
- Note: There is no application fee, written exam, or interview process. Selection is based on document verification, medical fitness, and police verification.
