The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research has announced TIFR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 10 Tradesman Trainee posts across trades such as Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Painter, Machinist and Turner. This apprenticeship opportunity is open to ITI-qualified candidates who scored an aggregate of 60% or more marks in their respective trade.
Under TIFR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026, candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Portal before submitting their online application on the TIFR website, and then attend a walk-in selection at the institute’s Colaba campus in Mumbai. The stipend for selected apprentices is Rs. 18,500 per month, and selection is based on a combination of academic marks and a written test.
Overview of TIFR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
ITI (National Trade Certificate) with an aggregate of 60% marks or more, awarded by the NCVT in the respective trade.
Age Limit: Below 28 years; government relaxation rules apply for reserved categories.
Selection Process
Merit calculation using 60% weightage for aggregate ITI marks across all semesters and 40% weightage for a written test.
A minimum aggregate score of 60% is required to qualify.
The written test covers technical acumen, generic aptitude, quantitative reasoning and the ITI/mathematical syllabus (50 marks).
Selected apprentices must appear for the All India Trade Test conducted by the National Council upon completion.
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned for this recruitment.
How to Apply for TIFR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Register on the National Apprenticeship Portal at apprenticeshipindia.org/login.
Submit your online application at tifr.res.in/positions.
Print your application along with a passport-size photograph.
Attend the walk-in selection at TIFR, 1 Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai 400005, on 30 September 2026 at 9:30 AM.
Carry your printed application, portal confirmation email, identity proof, birth certificate, educational certificates, trade mark sheets, National Trade Certificate and character certificates.
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Q1: How many vacancies are there in TIFR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 10 vacancies across 7 different trades.
Q2: What is the stipend for TIFR trade apprentices?
A: Selected apprentices receive Rs. 18,500 per month during their training.
Q3: What is the minimum qualification required?
A: Candidates need an ITI National Trade Certificate with a minimum 60% aggregate in their trade.
Q4: Is there a written test as part of the selection?
A: Yes, a written test carries 40% weightage, combined with 60% weightage for academic marks.
Q5: When and where is the walk-in selection scheduled?
A: The walk-in selection is scheduled for 30 September 2026, 9:30 AM, at TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai.
ITI-qualified candidates in the listed trades should register on the National Apprenticeship Portal, submit their TIFR application, and attend the walk-in on 30 September 2026 with all required original documents.
