The Labour Department of Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC), Mumbai, has announced 612 Trade Apprentice vacancies across 18 ITI trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961, vide Notification No. Pra.Ka.A/585/MC dated 11 August 2026 issued by the Chief Labour Officer, BMC. Recruitment will be conducted through a walk-in recruitment mela on 20 August 2026 (9 trades, 216 posts) and 21 August 2026 (9 trades, 396 posts) from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, near S.T. Workshop, Kirol Road, Vidyavihar (P), Govandi, Mumbai – 400086. Candidates must first register on the official Government of India Apprenticeship India portal and then attend the mela on the date applicable to their trade. Stipend is Rs. 17,680 to Rs. 19,890 per month depending on trade. There is no written examination – selection is based on ITI final-semester marks and applicable reservation. Training period is 1 year. BMC is not obligated under Section 22 of the Apprentices Act, 1961 to absorb apprentices into regular service after training.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must complete before reaching the mela on their trade’s scheduled date. First, you must register on the Apprenticeship India portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and select MCGM or BMC as the establishment before you attend the mela – candidates who arrive at Govandi without portal registration will not be processed. This portal registration is a mandatory prerequisite. Second, each trade is assigned to a specific mela day and you must attend on that day only – 9 trades are on 20 August and 9 trades are on 21 August. If you attend on the wrong day for your trade, you will not be considered. The day-wise trade list is in the vacancy table below. Third, SSC pass with Marathi as a 100-mark subject and Maharashtra domicile are both mandatory – candidates from other states, or Maharashtra candidates whose SSC did not include Marathi as a 100-mark subject, are not eligible. Reserved-category benefits (SC, ST, VJ, NT, SEBC, EWS) are available only to candidates from Maharashtra; those who migrated from other states cannot claim reserved-category posts.
BMC Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC), Labour Department |
| Notification No. | Pra.Ka.A/585/MC dated 11 August 2026 |
| Issued By | Chief Labour Officer, BMC |
| Post | Trade Apprentice (Shikau Umedvar) |
| Total Posts | 612 (216 on Day 1 + 396 on Day 2) |
| Number of Trades | 18 ITI trades |
| Governing Law | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Qualification | SSC (10th) with Marathi as a 100-mark subject, plus ITI pass in all semesters of the relevant trade |
| Domicile | Maharashtra only |
| Minimum Age | 14 years (as per Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Maximum Age | Not specified in the notification |
| Application Mode | Register on Apprenticeship India portal first, then attend walk-in mela |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification |
| Selection Process | ITI final-semester marks and applicable reservation. No written examination |
| Stipend | Rs. 17,680 to Rs. 19,890 per month depending on trade |
| Training Duration | 1 year |
| Training Location | Various BMC departments, hospitals and ward offices, Mumbai |
| Mela Day 1 | 20 August 2026, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Mela Day 2 | 21 August 2026, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Mela Venue | Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai – 400086 |
| Post-Training Employment | Not guaranteed. BMC not obligated under Section 22 of the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Official Portal | mcgm.gov.in and portal.mcgm.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Walk-in Mela Day 1 (9 trades, 216 posts) | 20 August 2026, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Walk-in Mela Day 2 (9 trades, 396 posts) | 21 August 2026, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Mela Venue | Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, near S.T. Workshop, Kirol Road, Vidyavihar (P), Govandi, Mumbai – 400086 |
| Police Character Verification Certificate | Must be submitted within 2 months of training start date |
| Online Offer Acceptance Deadline | Within 7 days of receiving the offer (failing which selection is cancelled) |
Register on the Apprenticeship India portal before arriving at the mela.
Vacancy Details – Day 1: 20 August 2026 (216 Posts, 9 Trades)
| S. No. | Trade | Backward Posts | Open Posts | Total | Stipend (Rs. per month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diesel Mechanic | 63 | 24 | 87 | 17,680 |
| 2 | Plumber | 48 | 18 | 66 | 17,680 |
| 3 | Electrician | 29 | 11 | 40 | 19,890 |
| 4 | Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Mechanic | 4 | 2 | 6 | 19,890 |
| 5 | Draughtsman Civil | 4 | 1 | 5 | 19,890 |
| 6 | Turner | 3 | 1 | 4 | 19,890 |
| 7 | Motor Vehicle Body Builder | 3 | 1 | 4 | 17,680 |
| 8 | Desktop Publishing Operator | 2 | 1 | 3 | 17,680 |
| 9 | Machinist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 19,890 |
| Day 1 Total | 156 | 60 | 216 |
Vacancy Details – Day 2: 21 August 2026 (396 Posts, 9 Trades)
| S. No. | Trade | Backward Posts | Open Posts | Total | Stipend (Rs. per month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 110 | 44 | 154 | 17,680 |
| 2 | Fitter | 42 | 16 | 58 | 19,890 |
| 3 | Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 28 | 11 | 39 | 19,890 |
| 4 | Pump Operator cum Mechanic | 25 | 10 | 35 | 17,680 |
| 5 | Wireman | 23 | 10 | 33 | 19,890 |
| 6 | Mason (Building Construction) | 20 | 8 | 28 | 17,680 |
| 7 | Carpenter | 14 | 6 | 20 | 17,680 |
| 8 | Welder | 12 | 4 | 16 | 17,680 |
| 9 | Painter General | 9 | 4 | 13 | 19,890 |
| Day 2 Total | 283 | 113 | 396 |
Reservation within the above figures: Within the Backward category, posts are divided among SC, ST, VJ-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, SEBC and EWS as per Maharashtra Government reservation rules. Women’s reservation is 30% within each category. Ex-Servicemen and wards have 15% horizontal reservation. Project-affected, sportspersons, earthquake-affected candidates and orphans have parallel reservation as specified in the official notification. PwD reservation: 4% horizontal across specified trades. The complete sub-category breakup is in the official notification PDF on mcgm.gov.in.
Eligibility Criteria
| Particulars | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | SSC (10th Standard) or equivalent, with Marathi as a 100-mark subject |
| Technical Qualification | Must have passed all semesters and levels of the relevant ITI trade examination |
| Domicile | Maharashtra state domicile – mandatory |
| Reservation | Reserved-category benefits (SC, ST, VJ, NT, SEBC, EWS) available only to Maharashtra-domiciled candidates. Candidates who migrated from other states are treated as general or open-category only |
| Physical Fitness | Medical fitness certificate from a BMC medical examiner required before joining |
| Character | Police character verification certificate must be submitted within 2 months of training start date |
Stipend
| Stipend | Applicable Trades |
|---|---|
| Rs. 19,890 per month | Fitter, Wireman, Electrician, Painter General, Refrigeration and AC Mechanic, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Draughtsman Civil, Turner, Machinist |
| Rs. 17,680 per month | Plumber, Mason (Building Construction), Carpenter, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Welder, Pump Operator cum Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Body Builder, Desktop Publishing Operator |
Stipend is paid as per the applicable Maharashtra State Government guideline in force. This is a training stipend, not a regular salary.
Application Fee
Not specified in the official notification. Candidates may verify from the official notification PDF on mcgm.gov.in before attending the mela.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Portal Registration | Candidate must be registered on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in with MCGM or BMC selected as the establishment |
| 2. Walk-in Mela | Attend on the correct date for the trade and submit self-attested documents |
| 3. Merit Preparation | Based on ITI final-semester marks and applicable social and parallel reservation |
| 4. Tie-breaking | Earlier date of birth ranked higher |
| 5. Combined List | High-scoring backward-class candidates also considered against open-category posts |
| 6. Document Verification | After mela, shortlisted candidates’ names published on BMC recruitment portal |
| 7. Online Offer | Offer issued through the portal; must be accepted within 7 days |
| 8. Contract Execution | Model Contract of Apprenticeship Training executed online between the candidate and BMC |
| 9. Medical Fitness Check | Before joining |
There is no written examination. Multiple applications from the same candidate are not considered.
Documents Required at the Mela
Carry originals and self-attested photocopies of all the following:
- School Leaving Certificate or Birth Certificate (age proof)
- SSC (10th) marksheet and certificate (with Marathi as a 100-mark subject)
- ITI marksheets and certificate for all semesters (all must be passed)
- Apprenticeship India portal Registration Number
- Maharashtra Domicile Certificate
- Caste certificate (SC, ST, VJ, NT, SEBC) in Maharashtra Government prescribed format, if applicable
- Caste Validity Certificate, if available
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate, if applicable
- PwD Certificate from competent authority with UDID, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
- Sportsperson, Project-affected, Earthquake-affected or Orphan certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Bank account details (passbook first page)
- Recent passport-size photograph
All certificates must be in the prescribed format. Backward-class certificates must be Maharashtra Government format issued by the competent authority.
How to Register and Attend BMC Trade Apprentice Walk-in Mela 2026
- Visit the official Government of India Apprenticeship India portal – Click Here
- If not already registered, create an account as a student or ITI-passed candidate.
- Log in and under “Apprenticeship Opportunities” search for and select MCGM or BMC as the establishment.
- Complete your profile and confirm your trade selection.
- Note your Apprenticeship India portal Registration Number – this is mandatory to carry to the mela.
- On the mela day applicable to your trade (20 August 2026 for Day 1 trades; 21 August 2026 for Day 2 trades), reach Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
- Submit the prescribed application form along with self-attested photocopies and originals of all required documents at the mela.
- If shortlisted based on ITI marks and reservation, your name is published on the BMC recruitment portal.
- Accept the online offer from the BMC portal within 7 days of receipt.
- Complete the medical fitness examination before joining.
- Execute the Model Contract of Apprenticeship Training online through the portal.
- Submit the Police Character Verification Certificate within 2 months of the start of training.
Important Instructions
- Register on the Apprenticeship India portal before the mela. Candidates not registered on the portal will not be processed.
- Attend on the correct mela date for your trade. Wrong-date attendance means no consideration.
- SSC with Marathi as a 100-mark subject is mandatory. Candidates who did not have Marathi as a 100-mark subject in SSC are ineligible.
- Maharashtra domicile is mandatory for all candidates. Reserved-category benefits are available only to Maharashtra candidates; migrants from other states are treated as open-category.
- Multiple applications from the same candidate are rejected.
- Candidates attend the mela at their own expense. BMC provides no accommodation during the training period.
- Passing the apprenticeship does not confer any right to permanent appointment in BMC service (Section 22, Apprentices Act, 1961).
- Selected candidates must sign a written undertaking accepting this condition before joining.
- Online offer must be accepted within 7 days or the selection is cancelled and the next eligible candidate is called.
- False information or documents lead to cancellation at any stage without prior notice.
- BMC may postpone, modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
- All updates are published on mcgm.gov.in and portal.mcgm.gov.in.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Register on Apprenticeship India Portal (mandatory before mela) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF (BMC Notification No. Pra.Ka.A/585/MC) | Click Here |
| BMC Recruitment Portal (Chief Labour Officer) | Click Here |
| BMC Official Website | Click Here |
BMC Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is BMC Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is Notification No. Pra.Ka.A/585/MC dated 11 August 2026 issued by the Chief Labour Officer, Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC) for 612 Trade Apprentice (Shikau Umedvar) vacancies across 18 ITI trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961, filled through a walk-in recruitment mela on 20 and 21 August 2026 at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai.
Q2. When and where is the mela and which trade appears on which day?
✅ The mela is at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai – 400086, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on both days. Day 1 (20 August): Diesel Mechanic, Plumber, Electrician, Refrigeration and AC Mechanic, Draughtsman Civil, Turner, Motor Vehicle Body Builder, Desktop Publishing Operator, Machinist (216 posts). Day 2 (21 August): Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Fitter, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Pump Operator cum Mechanic, Wireman, Mason, Carpenter, Welder, Painter General (396 posts).
Q3. Is online registration mandatory before the mela?
✅ Yes. Candidates must register on the Government of India Apprenticeship India portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and select MCGM or BMC as the establishment before attending the mela. The portal Registration Number must be carried to the mela. Candidates without prior portal registration will not be processed.
Q4. What are the eligibility conditions?
✅ SSC (10th) pass with Marathi as a 100-mark subject, plus having passed all semesters of the relevant ITI trade examination, plus Maharashtra state domicile. Candidates from other states are not eligible for reserved-category posts and are treated as open-category only.
Q5. What is the stipend and how long is the training?
✅ Monthly stipend is Rs. 19,890 for trades like Fitter, Wireman, Electrician, Mechanic Motor Vehicle and others, and Rs. 17,680 for trades like Plumber, Mason, Carpenter, COPA, Welder and others, as per the applicable Maharashtra Government guideline. Training duration is 1 year.
Q6. Is there a written examination?
✅ No. Selection is based entirely on marks in the ITI final semester examination and the applicable social and parallel reservation. In case of a tie in marks, the candidate with the earlier date of birth is ranked higher.
Q7. Will I get a regular job at BMC after the apprenticeship?
✅ No. Under Section 22 of the Apprentices Act, 1961, BMC is not obligated to absorb apprentices into regular BMC service after completion of training. Selected candidates must sign a written undertaking accepting this before joining.
Q8. What documents must I carry to the mela?
✅ SSC certificate and marksheet (with Marathi), ITI marksheets and certificate for all semesters, Apprenticeship India portal Registration Number, Maharashtra Domicile Certificate, Caste certificate and Caste Validity Certificate where applicable, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, bank account details, recent photograph, and certificates for any parallel reservation category (PwD, Ex-Servicemen, Sportsperson, etc.) along with originals and self-attested photocopies of each.
Q9. What happens after I am selected at the mela?
✅ Your name is published on the BMC recruitment portal after document verification. An online offer is issued through the portal and must be accepted within 7 days – if not accepted in time, the selection is cancelled and the next eligible candidate is considered. After acceptance, a Model Contract of Apprenticeship Training is executed online, and a medical fitness examination is conducted before joining. A Police Character Verification Certificate must be submitted within 2 months of the training start date.
Q10. Can candidates from outside Maharashtra apply?
✅ No. Maharashtra domicile is a mandatory eligibility condition. Additionally, reserved-category benefits (SC, ST, VJ, NT, SEBC, EWS) are available only to Maharashtra-domiciled candidates. Candidates who migrated from other states are treated as open-category (general) only and cannot claim reserved-category posts.
Disclaimer
The information above relates to Notification No. Pra.Ka.A/585/MC dated 11 August 2026 issued by the Chief Labour Officer, Brihanmumbai Mahanagarpalika (BMC), Labour Department, for 612 Trade Apprentice vacancies across 18 ITI trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961, as published on the official BMC website mcgm.gov.in. The recruitment is through a walk-in mela on 20 and 21 August 2026 at Jamsaheb Mukadam Government ITI, Govandi, Mumbai. Registration on the Apprenticeship India portal is mandatory before attending the mela. Maharashtra domicile and SSC with Marathi as a 100-mark subject are mandatory eligibility conditions. Apprenticeship training does not confer any right to permanent employment in BMC service under Section 22 of the Apprentices Act, 1961. BMC may postpone, modify or cancel the process at any stage. All updates are published on mcgm.gov.in and portal.mcgm.gov.in. All links above lead only to the official BMC website, the official BMC recruitment portal and the official Government of India Apprenticeship India portal.
