Kochi Metro Apprentice Recruitment 2026

About the Role

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), a 50-50 Joint Venture of the Government of India & Government of Kerala, is recruiting Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This program offers apprenticeships in various trades for a training period of one year, providing hands-on experience in urban rail operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Undergo training for a period of one year.
• Participate in performance assessments conducted by KMRL at regular intervals.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• NAPS portal registration for ITI trades.
• NATS portal registration for degree and diploma courses.
• Tripartite apprenticeship contract.
• Medical certificate.
• Police verification.
• Active bank account seeded with Aadhaar for stipend credit.

Qualifications

Training Levels & Educational Standards

• Graduate Apprentice (Tech)
• Full-time 4-year Engineering degree in a listed discipline.
• Degree from a recognised university.
• Graduate Apprentice (Non-Tech)
• Full-time 3-year BBA, B.Com, or BCA degree.
• Final consolidated mark sheet showing marks.
• Diploma Apprentice (Technician)
• Full-time 3-year Diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Eligible disciplines: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, and Computer Science.
• Trade Apprentice (ITI)
• Full-time ITI certificate in a relevant trade.
• Eligible trades: Electrician, Electronics, Welder, Fitter, and Plumber.

Pass Out Window

• Final examination result declared within five years of the closing date.

Mode of Study

• Full-time qualifications only.
• Part-time, correspondence, and distance education are not accepted.
• Specialisation must appear on the certificate; an institute letter is required if omitted.

Age Requirement

• Minimum Age: 18 years.
• Maximum Age: Not specified.
• Age Proof: Matriculation certificate, Aadhaar Card, or Passport.

Ineligibility Criteria

• Results pending for final examinations.
• Candidates currently undergoing or who have completed apprenticeship training in any organisation.
• Degrees obtained through correspondence, distance learning, or part-time courses.
• Final examination results older than five years before the application deadline.
• Failure to fulfill medical fitness standards stipulated under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Stipend Structure

• ITI Apprentices: Rs. 9,600/- per month.
• Diploma Apprentices: Rs. 10,900/- per month.
• Graduate Apprentices: Rs. 12,300/- per month.
• Food Allowance: Additional Rs. 1,200/- per month.
• DBT Share (under NATS): Rs. 5,450/- for diploma and Rs. 6,150/- for graduate apprentices from the Government of India.

Application Fee

• Nil for all candidates.

Important Timelines

• Application Opening Date: October 15, 2026.
• Last Date to Submit: November 10, 2026.

Selection Procedure

• Registration on NAPS (for ITI) or NATS (for degree/diploma) portal.
• Profile completion with all required information and documents.
• Submission of the completed application form with relevant documents to the corporate office.
• No application fee, written test, or interview.
• Seats filled based on Government's reservation guidelines.
• Shortlisted candidates called for document and certificate verification.
• Selected candidates sign tripartite contract, submit medical certificate and police verification.

Training Terms & Service Conditions

• Apprenticeship Period: One year from the date of enrolment; cannot be extended.
• Casual Leave: 12 days on a pro-rata basis.
• Medical Leave: Up to 15 days during the training period.
• Employment Claim: No guarantee of a job after apprenticeship completion.
• Management reserves the right to change terms and conditions.