MIDHANI Apprentice 2026 Notification: 43 Graduate and Diploma Apprentice Slots at Mini Ratna Defence PSU
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI), a Mini Ratna Category-I Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence, has officially opened the MIDHANI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 drive through Advertisement No. MDN/HR/AT/02/26. There are 43 apprentice vacancies in total — 23 Graduate Apprentice (GAT) slots for B.E. / B.Tech freshers and 20 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (TAT) slots for diploma holders, across the disciplines of Metallurgy, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics & Communication and IT. The training is for one year, with a fixed monthly stipend of Rs 12,300 (Graduate Apprentices) or Rs 10,900 (Technician Apprentices).
The application window closes on 03 June 2026 at 05:00 PM — and importantly the hard copy must REACH MIDHANI by that date and time, not just be dispatched. Selection is fully merit-based: 30% weightage on 10th-class marks and 70% weightage on Graduation / Diploma marks. There is no written exam, no interview. This article from GovtJobsAlert.in gives you the complete picture so you can prepare and dispatch your application on time.
Key Highlights — MIDHANI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
MIDHANI manufactures critical superalloys, special steels, titanium alloys and high-grade armour materials for India’s strategic defence, aerospace and atomic energy programmes. An apprenticeship at MIDHANI is a rare hands-on exposure to advanced metallurgy and precision engineering. For more such defence-sector openings, see our defence government jobs section.
- Post Name: Graduate Apprentice (GAT) and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (TAT)
- Total Vacancies: 43 posts (23 GAT + 20 TAT)
- Stipend: Rs 12,300 (GAT) / Rs 10,900 (TAT) per month
- Job Location: Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad — Telangana
- Last Date: 03 June 2026 (05:00 PM, hard copy must reach MIDHANI)
Vacancy Breakdown — MIDHANI Apprentice 2026
The 43 apprentice vacancies are split across two cadres and six engineering disciplines.
| Discipline | Cadre | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Metallurgy | Graduate (GAT) | 12 |
| Mechanical | Graduate (GAT) | 6 |
| Civil | Graduate (GAT) | 3 |
| Electrical / EEE | Graduate (GAT) | 1 |
| Electronics & Communication / IT | Graduate (GAT) | 1 |
| Metallurgy | Technician (TAT) | 8 |
| Mechanical | Technician (TAT) | 7 |
| Electrical / EEE | Technician (TAT) | 5 |
Eligibility Criteria — MIDHANI Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification
Two clean qualification routes — pick the one that matches your degree. Browse our diploma government jobs page for similar opportunities.
- For Graduate Apprentice (GAT): B.E. / B.Tech degree granted by a recognised University or an Institution empowered to grant such degrees by an Act of Parliament, in the relevant discipline (Metallurgy, Mechanical, Electrical / EEE, Civil, Electronics & Communication or IT).
- For Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (TAT): Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education, or by a university, in the relevant discipline (Metallurgy, Mechanical, Electrical / EEE).
- Passing year: 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 only.
- Candidates who have already undergone / are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973, or who have one year or more of work experience, are NOT eligible.
Age Limit
The notification states: “Age limit will be followed as per Apprenticeship Rules.” Standard apprenticeship rules apply, along with category-wise relaxation for EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PwD per Government of India norms.
What is the Salary / Stipend for MIDHANI Apprentice 2026?
MIDHANI pays a fixed monthly stipend differentiated by apprentice cadre. The training duration is one year under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973.
- Graduate Apprentice (GAT): Rs 12,300 per month (fixed)
- Technician Apprentice (TAT): Rs 10,900 per month (fixed)
- Training Period: 1 year
- TA / DA: No travel or daily allowance will be paid
- Boarding / Lodging: Not provided by MIDHANI
Total stipend across the 1-year training is approximately Rs 1,47,600 for Graduate Apprentices and Rs 1,30,800 for Technician Apprentices.
MIDHANI is NOT obligated to offer employment after completion of the apprenticeship — but the exposure to defence-grade metallurgy and precision manufacturing makes this internship valuable for any future PSU and private-sector role.
What is the Selection Process for MIDHANI Apprentice 2026?
Selection is fully merit-based with no written exam and no interview. The merit list is drawn separately for each post and category.
- Merit calculated as 30% weightage on SSC (10th-class) marks + 70% weightage on Graduation / Diploma marks
- Reservation rules applied as per Government of India norms (UR / EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PwD)
- Document verification of original certificates (Age, Qualification, Category, Aadhaar)
- Police verification and medical fitness clearance before joining
Physical standards as per Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rule 1992 apply at the time of joining.
How to Apply for MIDHANI Apprentice 2026?
This is a hybrid online + offline process. Online registration on NATS portal is mandatory, AND the hard-copy application must reach MIDHANI by the deadline.
- Register / enroll on the NATS portal — link in Essential Links below — and wait one day for BOAT-SR verification of your enrollment.
- Log in to your NATS dashboard, go to Establishment Request Menu → Find Establishment, upload your resume, and search for “MISHRA DHATU NIGAM LIMITED”.
- Click Apply twice on the MIDHANI establishment to confirm your candidature.
- Print the NATS-generated application form, attach self-attested copies of all certificates (Age proof, Qualification certificates, Category certificate, Aadhaar) and your resume.
- Send the application by registered post or courier so it REACHES MIDHANI by 03 June 2026, 05:00 PM, addressed to: Addl. General Manager – I/c, Training & Development Department, MIDHANI, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500 058.
Important Dates — MIDHANI Apprentice 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 May 2026 |
| Application Window Opens | 18 May 2026 |
| Hard-Copy Reach Deadline | 03 June 2026 (05:00 PM) |
Application Fees — MIDHANI Apprentice 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
There is no application fee for this MIDHANI apprenticeship — making the application completely free for all eligible candidates.
Essential Links — MIDHANI Apprentice 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online via NATS Portal
- Visit MIDHANI Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
A defence PSU apprenticeship at MIDHANI is a strong career signal for fresh engineers and diploma holders. The selection is transparent, the stipend is decent, and the brand value adds weight to your CV. Watch the 03 June 2026 (05:00 PM) deadline carefully — hard copy must REACH MIDHANI by that time. For more such opportunities, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our Telangana government jobs page. All the best for your application.