The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. NIOT/E&P/03/2026 (Apprenticeship)) to fill 30 Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, Graduate (Degree) Apprentices vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai i.e. https://www.niot.res.in/. The online application portal will be opened on Date of Interview: 10.06.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is .
Eligible candidates with qualifications Diploma, B.E/B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Chennai. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
NIOT Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai |
| Notification No: NIOT/E&P/03/2026 (Apprenticeship)Â |
| Job Category: Apprenticeship Training  |
| Duration: One Year |
| Total No of Vacancies: 30 Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, Graduate (Degree) Apprentices Posts |
| Place of Posting: Chennai, Chittedu, Pamanji  |
| Date of Interview: 10.06.2026 |
| Reporting Time: 08.30 AM |
| Apply Mode: Online   |
| Official Website: https://www.niot.res.in/ |
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Current NIOT Job Openings:
- Technician (Diploma) ApprenticesÂ
- Mechanical Engineering – 03 Posts
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering – 03 Posts
- Electronics and Communication Engineering – 02 Posts
- Graduate (Degree) Apprentices –Â
- Mechanical Engineering – 03 PostsÂ
- Civil Engineering – 02 PostsÂ
- Electronics and Communication engineering – 03 Posts
- Chemistry/Biology/ Physics / Biotechnology / Marine Biology / Computer Science / Computer Applications / Commerce, Accounting & Finance – 14 PostsÂ
NIOT Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for NIOT: (
- Technician (Diploma) ApprenticesÂ
- Mechanical Engineering – Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering – Diploma in Electronics and Communication engineering
- Graduate (Degree) Apprentices –Â
- Mechanical Engineering – B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical EngineeringÂ
- Civil Engineering – B.E /B.Tech in Civil EngineeringÂ
- Electronics and Communication engineering (ECE) – B.E /B.Tech in ECE
- Chemistry/Biology/ Physics / Biotechnology / Marine Biology – B.Sc. (Chemistry / Biology / Physics) B.Tech (Biotechnology / Marine Biology)Â
- Computer Science / Computer Applications – B.Sc. (Computer Science)/ B.E/B.Tech(CSE) / BCA
- Commerce, Accounting & Finance – Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) / Accounting & Finance Â
Note: Engineering / Diploma/ Non-Engineering Graduates who have passed out their Degree / Diploma from the AICTE/DOTE/UGC approved institutions respectively, within 05 years after qualifying their examinations are eligible.
Age Limit for NIOT:
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentices – Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years
- Graduate (Degree) Apprentices – Minimum 21 years and maximum 26 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:Â
- +5 Years for ST/SCÂ Â
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)Â Â
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for URÂ Â
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)Â Â
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Stipend for NIOT:
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentices – Rs.12000/- (of which Rs.4000 will be paid by Government under DBT Scheme)
- Graduate (Degree) Apprentices – Rs.13000/- (of which Rs.4500 will be paid by Government under DBT Scheme)
Method of Selection for NIOT:
How to Submit an Application:
- Candidates are advised to register as Technician (Diploma) / Graduate (Degree) Apprentices online in the following portal under the respective state as per their discipline in https://nats.education.gov.in/Â
- The Candidates appearing for Walk-in-interview must register in the above mentioned portal and their enrolment number should be quoted in the application.
- Candidates have to submit their duly filled-in application form available in NIOT Website along with original and self-attested copies of certificates, mark sheets, proof of date of birth (copy of SSLC/HSC), Aadhaar Card, a passport size color photograph at the time of interview.
- Venue: NIOT, Chennai
Crucial Dates:
- Date & Time of Walk-in-Interview: 10.06.2026 (Wednesday) (10.00 AM-01.00 PM)
- Reporting Time: 08.30 AM
NIOT Advertisement & Apply Link:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):Â
- What are the stages of recruitment process?
- Walk-in-interview,Â
- Can final year students apply?Â
- No, Applciants must have completed their Diploma, B.E/B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA with the required percentage at the time of application.
- What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this Apprentice?
- The crucial date for reckoning age is 10.06.2026.




