Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 for 144 Technical Trade Apprentice Vacancies
December 15, 2025
Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a notification inviting online applications for 144 Apprentice vacancies in various technical trades under the Apprenticeship Training Scheme. The training will be conducted at Base Repair Depot, Air Force Station, Chandigarh. Both male and female Indian citizens who have passed 10th/12th and hold an ITI qualification in relevant trades (NCVT/SCVT) with minimum 40% marks are eligible to apply. Online applications are open from 7th December to 30th December 2025.
Name of Organization
Indian Air Force (IAF)
Post Name
Apprentice (Technical Trades)
Education
10th/12th + ITI in relevant trade (40% marks, NCVT/SCVT)
Total Vacancies
144
Salary
₹10,500/- per month (Stipend)
Age Limit
17 to 35 years (as on 09/02/2025)
Application Fee
NIL
Selection Process
Written Test, Interview, Document & Medical Verification
Mechanic (Electrical Maintenance of Process Plant)
02
Optical Worker
23
Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant)
02
Carpenter
02
Sheet Metal Worker
02
How to Apply
Visit the Apprenticeship India Portal and access the application link (available from 7th December 2025).
Complete registration and fill the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and trade details.
Upload scanned copies of:
Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Educational certificates (10th/12th + ITI)
Submit the application by 30th December 2025.
Retain a copy of the application printout for reference.
Written Exam will be held on 18th January 2026, followed by Interview and Document Verification on 19th January 2026 at Base Repair Depot, Chandigarh.
Important: The final merit list will be declared on 23rd January 2026, and joining instructions will be dispatched on 3rd February. Training will commence from 9th February 2026. Candidates are advised to monitor their registered email and the official portal for updates.