The Yantra India Limited (YIL) has announced that the online application window for the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is set to close today, 03 March 2026. Aspiring candidates seeking to join as Trade Apprentices in the organisation’s Indian Ordnance Factories and Ordnance Equipment Factories must complete their registrations before the deadline.
YIL Apprentice 2026 – Key Details
Under the Apprentices Act, 1961, the YIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 aims to fill a total of 3,979 vacancies, including positions for both Ex-ITI and Non-ITI candidates. These roles offer candidates the opportunity to gain hands-on industrial training and skill development in various trades
Total Vacancies
- Total Apprentice Posts: 3,979
- Ex-ITI Category: 2,843
- Non-ITI Category: 1,136
Application Deadline and Process
Candidates must submit the online application form before 23:59 hours on 03 March 2026 to be considered for the recruitment. The application process is entirely online and requires registration on the official recruitment portal.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official YIL recruitment portal as specified in the notification.
- Navigate to the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 section.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents and submit the application before the deadline.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply early in the day to avoid last-minute site issues or server delays.
Eligibility and Selection
Eligibility for the YIL Apprentice roles typically depends on educational qualifications (such as Class 10 pass for Non-ITI and ITI certification for Ex-ITI candidates) as defined in the official notification. The selection process may include document verification and merit-based shortlisting — detailed criteria are outlined in the YIL Apprentice notification.
What’s Next After Application?
After the application window has closed, the board will scrutinise submitted forms and issue further communications regarding selected candidates, training commencement schedules and other recruitment stages. Interested applicants must act now to complete their YIL Apprentice 2026 application before the online portal closes at the end of the day.