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MDL Trade Apprentice Syllabus 2026 – Download Exam Pattern PDF, Check Group-Wise Subjects | Exam on 8 August
By [Author Name] | Published: July 23, 2026 | Category: Syllabus
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), through its Apprentice Training School, has released the syllabus and exam pattern for the Trade Apprentice Batch 2026 online examination, under Notification MDL ATS/01/2026, for the selection of 495 Trade Apprentices. The online written exam is scheduled for 8 August 2026 (Saturday), consisting of 100 MCQs for 100 marks in 120 minutes, with no negative marking.
Important Note: The syllabus differs by trade group (A, B1, B2, or C) rather than being common to all candidates. Admit cards will be available on or after 28 July 2026 via the Apprentice Portal login.
MDL Trade Apprentice Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Apprentice Training School |
| Notification No. | MDL ATS/01/2026 |
| Post | Trade Apprentice, Batch 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 495 |
| Selection Stage | Online Written Examination (MCQ) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Question Paper Medium | Trilingual – Marathi, Hindi and English (English prevails in case of discrepancy) |
| Exam Date | 8 August 2026 (Saturday) |
| Exam Cities | Mumbai, Thane, Nashik, Pune, Kolhapur, Latur, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Nagpur |
| Admit Card Release | On or after 28 July 2026, via the Apprentice Portal login |
| Official Website | mazagondock.in |
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination – a single-stage objective type (MCQ) test of 100 questions carrying 100 marks, to be completed in 120 minutes.
MDL Trade Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026
Online Examination Pattern (All Groups)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Medium of Paper | Marathi, Hindi and English (trilingual); English version is final in case of doubt |
Group A – Non-ITI Group (10th/SSC Level)
Applicable trades: Draftsman (Mechanical), Fitter, Electrician, Pipe Fitter and Fitter Structural.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| English & G.K. | 25 | SSC Maharashtra State Board Level |
| Physics | 25 | SSC Maharashtra State Board Level |
| Chemistry | 25 | SSC Maharashtra State Board Level |
| Mathematics | 25 | SSC Maharashtra State Board Level |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks |
Group B1 – ITI Passed Group
Applicable trades: Draftsman (Mechanical), Fitter-EX ITI, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Painter General, ICTSM, and RAC.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| English & G.K. | 25 | SSC Maharashtra State Board Level |
| Trade Theory | 25 | Prescribed Maharashtra ITI Trade Syllabus |
| Workshop Calculation & Science | 25 | Prescribed Maharashtra ITI Trade Syllabus |
| Engineering Drawing | 25 | Trade-specific syllabus |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks |
Group B2 – ITI Passed Group
Applicable trades: Plumber (Pipe Fitter), Welder, COPA, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician-EX ITI.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| English & G.K. | 25 | 8th Standard of 10+2 System |
| Trade Theory | 25 | Prescribed Maharashtra ITI Trade Syllabus |
| Workshop Calculation & Science | 25 | Prescribed Maharashtra ITI Trade Syllabus |
| Engineering Drawing | 25 | Trade-specific syllabus |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks |
Note for COPA Trade: Candidates get 75 questions from Trade Theory and 25 from English & G.K., instead of the standard four-subject split.
Group C – Non-ITI Group (8th Standard of 10+2 System)
Applicable trades: Rigger and Welder (Gas and Electric).
| Subject | No. of Questions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| English & G.K. | 25 | 8th Standard, Maharashtra State Board Level |
| Physics | 25 | 8th Standard of 10+2 System |
| Chemistry | 25 | 8th Standard of 10+2 System |
| Mathematics | 25 | 8th Standard of 10+2 System |
| Total | 100 | 100 Marks |
MDL Trade Apprentice Syllabus 2026 – Subject-Wise Breakup
1. Group A Syllabus (Non-ITI)
English & General Knowledge, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics – all at SSC Maharashtra State Board Level.
2. Group B1 Syllabus (ITI Passed – Draftsman, Fitter, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Painter General, ICTSM, RAC)
English & General Knowledge (SSC level); Trade Theory, Workshop Calculation & Science, and Engineering Drawing – all as per the prescribed Maharashtra ITI syllabus of the respective trade.
3. Group B2 Syllabus (ITI Passed – Plumber, Welder, COPA, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician)
English & General Knowledge (8th Standard level); Trade Theory, Workshop Calculation & Science, and Engineering Drawing – as per the respective trade’s ITI syllabus. COPA candidates are tested on 75 Trade Theory questions and 25 English & G.K. questions only.
4. Group C Syllabus (Non-ITI – Rigger and Welder)
English & General Knowledge, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics – all at 8th Standard of 10+2 system, Maharashtra State Board Level.
Note: The official notification does not indicate topic-level weightage within these subjects.
How to Prepare for the MDL Trade Apprentice Exam 2026
- Identify your exact trade group (A, B1, B2 or C) first, since each has a different subject combination and difficulty level.
- Group A and C candidates should revise SSC/8th standard Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from Maharashtra State Board textbooks.
- Group B1 and B2 candidates should focus on their specific ITI trade’s Trade Theory, Workshop Calculation & Science, and Engineering Drawing, since these carry 75 of the 100 marks.
- Since there is no negative marking, attempt all 100 questions within the 120-minute limit.
- Practice with a timer, as you have roughly 1.2 minutes per question on average.
- Read the paper in whichever of the three languages you’re most comfortable with, keeping the English version in mind for clarifying doubts.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Syllabus & Exam Pattern PDF | Click Here |
| Official MDL Website | Click Here |
MDL Trade Apprentice Syllabus 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the MDL Trade Apprentice syllabus 2026?
✅ It depends on the trade group. Group A and C are tested on English & G.K., Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; Group B1 and B2 (ITI-passed) are tested on English & G.K., Trade Theory, Workshop Calculation & Science, and Engineering Drawing.
Q2. What is the exam pattern for MDL Trade Apprentice 2026?
✅ 100 MCQs for 100 marks, in 120 minutes, with a trilingual (Marathi, Hindi, English) question paper.
Q3. How many questions are asked in the MDL Trade Apprentice exam?
✅ 100 questions, carrying 100 marks total.
Q4. Is there negative marking?
✅ No, there is no negative marking as per the official notification.
Q5. When is the MDL Trade Apprentice exam date?
✅ 8 August 2026 (Saturday).
Q6. When will the admit card be released?
✅ On or after 28 July 2026, via the Apprentice Portal login.
Q7. Where can I download the official syllabus PDF?
✅ From the official MDL website, mazagondock.in.
Q8. How many total vacancies does this recruitment cover?
✅ 495 Trade Apprentice posts under Notification MDL ATS/01/2026.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official syllabus and exam pattern notification issued by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) under Notification MDL ATS/01/2026. Candidates are advised to download and cross-check the complete syllabus PDF from the official website, mazagondock.in, before beginning their preparation.
