The Mumbai Port Authority (MPA), Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Department, Apprentice Training Centre, has released the official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26. MPA invites online registrations followed by offline applications from eligible Indian citizens for the engagement of 116 Graduate Apprentices and Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) Trade Apprentices for one-year training in various disciplines.
The Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Notification was published on 18th October 2025, and the last date for submission of applications is 10th November 2025 up to 5:00 PM. Interested and eligible candidates must carefully read the detailed MPA notifications before applying.
Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 – 116 Posts
Recruitment Notice for COPA Trade Apprentices and Graduate Apprentices for 2025-26
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Category / Trade |
Total Seats |
Rate of Stipend per month |
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Graduate Apprentice |
11 |
As per Apprentices Act, 1961 & Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 |
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Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) |
105 |
As per Apprentices Act, 1961 & Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 |
✅ Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Age Limit:
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Category |
Age Limit |
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All Apprentices |
Minimum 14 years; No upper age limit. Candidates aged 14-18 years (minors) require guardian signature on contract. |
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Age Relaxation |
Not Applicable |
✅ Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria:
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Category / Trade |
Educational Qualification |
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Graduate Apprentice |
Graduate in any stream (viz. BE, B.Com., BA, BSc, BCA, etc.) from a recognized University or Institute as prescribed by AICTE or UGC |
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Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) |
1. Passed 10th Class under 10+2 system or equivalent 2. COPA Trade Certificate issued by NCVT |
✅ Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Selection Process:
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Merit List |
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Documents Verification |
✅ Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Application Fee:
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Category |
Application Fee |
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All Categories |
₹ 100/- |
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Payment Method |
NEFT (Details: Beneficiary – The Board of Mumbai Port Authority; A/c No. – 10996685430; Current A/c; SBI, Mumbai Main Branch; MICR – 400002010; IFSC – SBIN0000300) |
✅ Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Important Dates:
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Opening date for Notification |
18th October 2025 |
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Last date for submission of Application |
10th November 2025 (up to 5:00 PM) |
✅ Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 Important Links:
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MPA COPA Apprentice Notification PDF |
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MPA Graduate Apprentice Notification PDF |
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MPA Graduate Apprentice Apply Online Link |
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| MPA COPA Apprentice Apply Online Link | |
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Latest Apprentice Jobs in Govt Sector |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
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Follow IndGovtJobs Social Channels |
✅ How to Apply Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26:
The MPA Apprentice Engagement requires prior online registration on NATS portals followed by offline submission. The application process steps are as follow:-
➢ Step 1: Register online through NATS 2.0 MIS web portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) for Graduate Apprentice / NCVT MIS web portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for COPA Apprentice and take print of e-mail copy mentioning apprentice enrollment / registration form.
➢ Step 2: Download the application form from MPA’s website (www.mumbaiport.gov.in > People & Career > Jobs > Advertisements) using valid enrollment/registration.
➢ Step 3: Fill the application form completely and submit it by hand delivery or post to ATC, Bhandar Bhavan, 3rd floor, N. V. Nakhwa Marg, Mazgaon (East), Mumbai – 400010 along with required documents, application fee receipt, etc., on or before 10.11.2025 up to 5:00 PM.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
Minimum age is 14 years with no upper limit. Minors (14-18 years) need guardian signature on the contract.
What are the eligibility criteria for Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
Graduate Apprentice: Graduate degree in any stream from recognized university. COPA: 10th pass + NCVT COPA Trade Certificate.
What is the selection process for Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
Merit List followed by Documents Verification.
What is the last date to apply for Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
10th November 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).
What is the total number of seats for Mumbai Port Authority Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
116 seats (11 Graduate + 105 COPA).
