Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 for 144 Technical Trade Apprentice Vacancies

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 OrganizationIndian Air Force (IAF)
Post NameApprentice (Technical Trades)
Education10th/12th + ITI in relevant trade (40% marks, NCVT/SCVT)
Total Vacancies144
Salary₹10,500/- per month (Stipend)
Age Limit17 to 35 years (as on 09/02/2025)
Application FeeNIL
Selection ProcessWritten Test, Interview, Document & Medical Verification
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationBase Repair Depot, Air Force, Chandigarh
Last Date To Apply30 December 2025

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Apprentice (Technical Trades – Multiple Fields)14410th/12th + ITI (40% marks, NCVT/SCVT)

Trades List

Trade NameVacanciesTrade NameVacancies
Fitter19Painter General11
Turner10Mechanic Mechatronics06
Electrician Aircraft10TIG/MIG Welder06
Machinist08Mechanic Mechanical Maintenance (Industrial Automation)06
CNC Programmer cum Operator06Mechanic (Instrument Aircraft)06
Mechanic Electrical Maintenance (Industrial Automation)04Electroplater04
Desk Top Publishing Operator04Chemical Laboratory Assistant04
Electrician04Welder (Gas & Electric)04
Quality Assurance Assistant05Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance05
Machinist (Grinder)06Maintenance Mechanic02
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)02Power Electrician02
Mechanic Maintenance (Chemical Plant)02Mechanic (Electrical Maintenance of Process Plant)02
Optical Worker23Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant)02
Carpenter02Sheet Metal Worker02

How to Apply

  1. Visit the Apprenticeship India Portal and access the application link (available from 7th December 2025).
  2. Complete registration and fill the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and trade details.
  3. Upload scanned copies of:
    • Recent passport-size photograph
    • Signature
    • Educational certificates (10th/12th + ITI)
  4. Submit the application by 30th December 2025.
  5. Retain a copy of the application printout for reference.
  6. 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.

Application form, details & registration

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