ADVERTISEMENT NO. 2026/24
🎓 TIFR Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
Engagement of Tradesman Trainees – Trade Apprentices
Under the Apprentices Act, 1961
✅ Details verified from the official TIFR Advertisement
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⏳ WALK-IN SELECTION COUNTDOWN
Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 9:30 AM IST
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📌 TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
Organization
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
Post
Tradesman Trainee – Trade Apprentice
Total Posts
10 Apprentices
Stipend
₹18,500 per month
Qualification
ITI / NTC with 60% aggregate
Age
Below 28 years
Walk-in Date
30 September 2026
Reporting Time
9:30 AM
Training Place
TIFR, Mumbai
Recruitment Type
Trade Apprenticeship Training
Selection
Written Test + ITI Marks
Training Period
As per Apprentices Rules; notice specifies one-year temporary engagement
⚠️ Important: This is NOT a regular permanent recruitment
Advertisement No. 2026/24 is for engagement of Trade Apprentices / Tradesman Trainees under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The notice states that the engagement and training are temporary for a period of one year and non-pensionable. Selected candidates have no claim for permanent or temporary appointment in TIFR during or after the training period.
Advertisement No. 2026/24 is for engagement of Trade Apprentices / Tradesman Trainees under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The notice states that the engagement and training are temporary for a period of one year and non-pensionable. Selected candidates have no claim for permanent or temporary appointment in TIFR during or after the training period.
👷 Trade-wise Vacancy Details
| Trade | No. of Trainees | Age | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | 2 | Below 28 years | ITI / National Trade Certificate (NTC), aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Carpenter trade. |
| Electrician | 3 | Below 28 years | ITI / NTC, aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Electrician trade. |
| Fitter | 1 | Below 28 years | ITI / NTC, aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Fitter trade. |
| Welder (G&E) | 1 | Below 28 years | ITI / NTC, aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Welder (G&E) trade. |
| Painter | 1 | Below 28 years | ITI / NTC, aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Painter trade. |
| Machinist | 1 | Below 28 years | ITI / NTC, aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Machinist trade. |
| Turner | 1 | Below 28 years | ITI / NTC, aggregate 60% marks, awarded by NCVT in Turner trade. |
✅ Total: 10 Trade Apprentices
Carpenter – 2 | Electrician – 3 | Fitter – 1 | Welder (G&E) – 1 | Painter – 1 | Machinist – 1 | Turner – 1
Carpenter – 2 | Electrician – 3 | Fitter – 1 | Welder (G&E) – 1 | Painter – 1 | Machinist – 1 | Turner – 1
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess ITI / National Trade Certificate (NTC) with an aggregate of 60% marks awarded by the National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) in the same designated trade for which they are applying.
⚠️ Trade matching is important:
Candidates must apply only for the designated trade mentioned in the advertisement
and must possess the ITI certificate in the same trade. Candidates from other trades
need not apply.
🎂 Age Limit
- Age must be below 28 years.
- The applicant's age must not exceed the prescribed limit as on the closing date for receipt of applications.
- Any applicable age relaxation should be checked in the official rules/notification.
💰 Stipend, Benefits & Career Value
Monthly Stipend
₹18,500/- per month
Training
Practical apprenticeship training in designated trade
After Training
All India Trade Test as specified in the notice
Certificate
Certificate of proficiency in the designated trade
❗ No automatic permanent job:
The official notification clearly states that the apprenticeship engagement is temporary
for one year and non-pensionable, with no claim for permanent or temporary appointment
in TIFR during or after the training period.
Therefore, applicants should treat this opportunity as a skill-development and apprenticeship training opportunity, not as a permanent TIFR recruitment appointment.
📍 Training / Posting Location
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
1, Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba,
Mumbai – 400005, Maharashtra, India.
Important: Candidates will have to make their own arrangements
for stay in Mumbai during the apprenticeship training period.
📝 Selection Process – Important
The selection is not based on interview alone. The official advertisement specifies a written test and the aggregate marks obtained in the designated trade.
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Apprenticeship Registration
Candidates are required to register on the apprenticeship portal and retain the registration confirmation email.
Candidates are required to register on the apprenticeship portal and retain the registration confirmation email.
2
Online Application on TIFR Website
Submit the online application on the TIFR recruitment/positions system.
Submit the online application on the TIFR recruitment/positions system.
Walk-in Selection
Eligible candidates must appear at TIFR Mumbai on 30 September 2026 at 9:30 AM.
Eligible candidates must appear at TIFR Mumbai on 30 September 2026 at 9:30 AM.
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Written Test
A 50-mark written test will be conducted on the day of walk-in selection.
A 50-mark written test will be conducted on the day of walk-in selection.
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Written Test Areas
Technical Acumen in relevant discipline, Generic Aptitude including Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Abilities, ITI syllabus and Mathematical syllabus.
Technical Acumen in relevant discipline, Generic Aptitude including Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Abilities, ITI syllabus and Mathematical syllabus.
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Final Merit Calculation
60% weightage is given to aggregate marks obtained in the designated trade across all semesters and 40% to marks obtained in the written test.
60% weightage is given to aggregate marks obtained in the designated trade across all semesters and 40% to marks obtained in the written test.
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Minimum Final Merit Requirement
Candidates scoring 60% or above in the final merit calculation will be considered for selection.
Candidates scoring 60% or above in the final merit calculation will be considered for selection.
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Apprenticeship Training
Selected candidates undergo apprenticeship training according to the applicable Apprentices Rules and conditions in the official notice.
Selected candidates undergo apprenticeship training according to the applicable Apprentices Rules and conditions in the official notice.
📝 Step-by-Step Application Guide
Application mode: Online registration/application followed by
physical appearance for walk-in selection at TIFR Mumbai.
1
Open the official TIFR careers page and locate
Advertisement No. 2026/24.
2
Read the official advertisement carefully and confirm that your ITI/NCVT trade
exactly matches one of the seven designated trades.
3
Register on the official apprenticeship portal
Apprenticeship India and obtain the registration confirmation.
4
Complete the online application through the TIFR recruitment/positions system.
5
Print the online application form and attach/keep the required recent
passport-size photograph as instructed.
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Keep the apprenticeship portal registration confirmation email ready.
7
Attend the walk-in selection at
TIFR, 1 Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai – 400005
on 30 September 2026 at 9:30 AM.
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Bring the original documents and photocopies listed in the official notice.
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Appear for the 50-mark written test covering the subjects specified by TIFR.
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Wait for the selection/merit outcome and, if selected, complete the apprenticeship
joining formalities according to TIFR instructions.
📂 Required Documents Checklist
- ✅ Printout of online application form with recent passport-size photograph.
- ✅ Copy of Apprenticeship Portal Registration Confirmation Email.
- ✅ Identity proof – Aadhaar Card / Election Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence.
- ✅ Date of Birth Certificate.
- ✅ All educational certificates.
- ✅ Designated trade(s) mark sheet.
- ✅ National Trade Certificate (NTC).
- ✅ Character certificates from two respectable persons.
- ✅ Originals and photocopies of relevant documents.
📌 Document tip:
Keep the originals safely arranged in a file and carry photocopies separately.
Do not rely only on digital copies unless the recruiting authority specifically permits them.
💳 Application Fee
Fee: The Advertisement No. 2026/24 notice does not specify
an application fee or fee exemption. Therefore, do not assume a ₹500 fee,
SC/ST exemption or Women exemption for this recruitment.
Check the official application portal/notification for any applicable fee instruction.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 2026/24 |
| Walk-in Selection | Wednesday, 30 September 2026 |
| Reporting / Selection Time | 9:30 AM |
| Training Place | TIFR, Mumbai |
🔗 Important Official Links
🎨 Social Media Job Notification Poster
TATA INSTITUTE OF FUNDAMENTAL RESEARCH
TRADESMAN TRAINEE
TRADE APPRENTICES
10 POSTS
₹18,500/- MONTHLY STIPEND
🎓 ITI / NTC
60% Aggregate
60% Aggregate
🎂 Age
Below 28 Years
Below 28 Years
📝 Written Test
+ ITI Marks
+ ITI Marks
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🚨 Important Fraud Warning
- ❌ Do not pay money to unofficial agents promising selection.
- ❌ Do not share OTPs, passwords or sensitive login information with anyone.
- ❌ Do not trust fake appointment letters.
- ❌ Do not pay anyone who claims that they can guarantee selection.
- ✅ Verify recruitment information only through the official TIFR website.
- ✅ Check the official notification before travelling for the walk-in selection.
- ✅ Beware of fake social-media recruitment advertisements.
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Only fresh candidates will be considered for engagement.
- Candidates who have already availed apprenticeship will not be considered.
- Applicants should apply only for their designated ITI trade.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in selection.
- Candidates must make their own arrangements for stay in Mumbai during training.
- TIFR reserves the right not to fill any or some advertised positions.
- Canvassing in any form may result in disqualification.
- The Institute's official notification remains the final authority.
📈 Career Growth & Future Opportunities
This engagement should not be represented as a permanent TIFR job. The official notice specifically states that the apprenticeship is temporary and that there is no claim for permanent or temporary appointment in the Institute after the training.
However, apprenticeship training can provide practical exposure in the relevant designated trade. The notification also states that after completing the training, every apprentice shall appear for the All India Trade Test conducted by the National Council for Training in Vocational Trade to determine proficiency.
🎯 Practical value:
ITI candidates can gain structured workplace training and trade exposure while receiving
the notified monthly stipend. Future employment opportunities elsewhere should be
pursued separately according to the eligibility and recruitment rules of the respective employer.
📚 Related Official Resources
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TIFR Advertisement Number?
The advertisement number is 2026/24.
How many apprentices are being recruited?
TIFR has notified 10 Trade Apprentice positions across seven designated trades.
What is the monthly stipend?
The notified stipend is ₹18,500 per month.
What is the educational qualification?
ITI / National Trade Certificate (NTC) with aggregate 60% marks awarded by NCVT
in the relevant designated trade is required.
What is the age limit?
The applicant's age must be below 28 years, subject to the official conditions.
Is this a permanent TIFR government job?
No. This is apprenticeship training. The notification states that
the engagement is temporary for one year and non-pensionable and provides no claim
for permanent or temporary appointment after training.
Is there a written examination?
Yes. The official notice specifies a 50-mark written test on the
day of walk-in selection.
Is there an interview?
The official notice describes the event as walk-in selection and specifies a written
test and merit calculation. It does not specify an interview as a separate selection stage.
Candidates should follow the official TIFR instructions on the day.
When and where is the walk-in selection?
Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 9:30 AM at Tata Institute of Fundamental
Research, 1 Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai – 400005.
Will TIFR provide accommodation or TA/DA?
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in selection, and candidates must make
their own arrangements for stay in Mumbai during the apprenticeship training period.
Can a candidate from another ITI trade apply?
No. The notification says candidates should apply only for the designated trade
mentioned in the advertisement and should possess ITI certification in the same trade.
What happens after apprenticeship training?
The notification states that apprentices who complete training shall appear for the
All India Trade Test conducted by the National Council for Training in Vocational Trade
to determine proficiency in the designated trade.
