Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) is hiring talented individuals from across India for 52 Journeyman positions in various trades. This recruitment offers a great opportunity to start a career in a premier Defence Shipyard. The job begins with a two-year training period, after which successful candidates may be absorbed into permanent roles. Online applications open on 05/07/2025 and the last date to apply is 04/08/2025. The final selection will be for posting at any GRSE unit or project location.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) |
| Post Name | Journeyman |
| Advt No. | 2025/05 (J) |
| Job Type | Regular (After Training) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen and Paper) |
| Vacancies | 52 |
| Salary | Stipend Rs.24,000 to Rs.26,000 monthly during training |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Any GRSE Unit in India |
| Category | Defence PSU Jobs 2025 |
Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Journeyman (Crane Operator) | UR-1, ST-1 |
| Journeyman (Diesel Mechanic) | UR-2, SC-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Driver Material Handling) | UR-1, SC-1, OBC-1 |
| Journeyman (Electronic Mechanic) | UR-2, SC-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Electrician) | UR-2, SC-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Fitter) | UR-4, SC-2, OBC-2, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Machinist) | UR-1, SC-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Machine Operator) | SC-1, ST-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Pipe Fitter) | UR-2, SC-1, OBC-2, EWS-1 |
| Journeyman (Rigger) | UR-2, SC-1, OBC-1 |
| Journeyman (Structural Fitter) | UR-1, OBC-2, EWS-1 |
The maximum age for applicants is 26 years as of 01/07/2025. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules.
Exam Fee
| General / Other Category | Rs. 472 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Internal | Nil |
Essential Qualification
For all posts, a candidate must have passed Matriculation or 10th Grade and possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade.
- Crane Operator: NAC/NTC in Electrician trade.
- Diesel Mechanic: NAC/NTC in Diesel Mechanic or related trades.
- Driver Material Handling: NAC/NTC in Diesel Mechanic with a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License.
- Electronic Mechanic: NAC/NTC in Electronic Mechanic trade.
- Electrician: NAC/NTC in Electrician trade.
- Fitter: NAC/NTC in Fitter, Weapon Fitter, or MMTM.
- Machinist: NAC/NTC in Machinist, Turner, or Machinist (Grinder).
- Machine Operator: NAC/NTC in Millwright Mechanic or MMTM.
- Pipe Fitter: NAC/NTC in Pipe Fitter or Plumbing trades.
- Rigger: NAC/NTC in Rigger or Carpenter trades.
- Structural Fitter: NAC/NTC in Structural Fitter or related trades.
Selection Process
- Written Test: A 100-mark objective test of 2 hours duration will be held. It will cover trade-specific subjects (80 marks) and general knowledge/aptitude (20 marks).
- Practical (Trade) Test: Candidates who pass the written test will be called for a qualifying trade test.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Required for Driver, Rigger, and Crane Operator posts. This test is qualifying in nature.
How to Apply
- First, visit the GRSE careers page through the link provided below.
- Click on the online application link for Employment Notification No. 2025/05 (J).
- Fill in the application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the fee.
- Take a printout of the completed application form.
- Send the signed hard copy with self-attested testimonials via Ordinary Post to Post Box No. 3076, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 05/07/2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Registration Last Date | 04/08/2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Receipt of Hard Copy Last Date | 11/08/2025 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notifcation | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- Are candidates with higher qualifications like a B.Tech degree eligible?
- No, candidates possessing higher professional qualifications like a degree in Engineering, MBA, or LLB are not eligible for these posts.
- What is the selection procedure?
- The selection process includes a written test followed by a practical or trade test. For some posts, a Physical Efficiency Test will also be conducted.