Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) Recruitment 2025 job opportunity

Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) Recruitment 2025

Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Graduate & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) – Apprenticeship Notification 2025

Notification No.: IM&EE/MOF/E-1/C/2024-25

Date: 27.10.2025

Title: Notification for Engagement of Apprentices under Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973

Organization Details

  • Organization Name (English): Visakhapatnam Port Authority (Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department)
  • Organization Name (Hindi): विशाखापत्तनम पोर्ट प्राधिकरण (यांत्रिक एवं विद्युत अभियांत्रिकी विभाग)
  • Department: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department
  • Address: Administrative Building, Port Area, Visakhapatnam – 5300035, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • City: Visakhapatnam
  • State: Andhra Pradesh
  • Country: India
  • Postal Code: 5300035
  • Street Address: Administrative Building, Port Area

Designations

  • English: Graduate Apprentice & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
  • Hindi: स्नातक अप्रेंटिस एवं तकनीशियन (डिप्लोमा) अप्रेंटिस

Vacancy Details

Discipline Graduate Technician (Diploma) Monthly Stipend
Mechanical Engineering 10 12 Graduate ₹9,000/month, Technician ₹8,000/month
Electrical Engineering 08 11 Graduate ₹9,000/month, Technician ₹8,000/month
Electronics & Communication Engineering 05 08 Graduate ₹9,000/month, Technician ₹8,000/month
Computer Science & Engineering 04 Graduate ₹9,000/month
Total 27 31

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates who have passed Engineering / Diploma in 2022, 2023, or 2024 are eligible.
  • Registration on the MHRD NATS Portal (www.mhrdnats.gov.in) is mandatory.
  • Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship or have work experience of one year or more are not eligible.

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Graduate Apprentices

  • A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by a statutory University.
  • A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by Institutions empowered by an Act of Parliament.

Technician (Diploma) Apprentices

  • A Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education.
  • A Diploma in Engineering or Technology granted by a University in relevant discipline.

Age Limit

Age limit will be followed as per Apprenticeship Rules.

Reservation of Vacancies

Guidelines under Apprentices Act for reservation of SC/ST/OBC/PWD will be followed. Candidates claiming reservation must provide valid certificates in Government prescribed format. If BC candidates claim OBC category, they should furnish OBC certificates as per prescribed format from competent authority (Tahsildar if authorized).

Selection Process

  • Engagement will be based purely on merit of aggregate marks in qualifying degree/diploma.
  • Preference will be given to children of VPA employees (deceased, medically invalidated, superannuated, or serving).
  • Final merit list will be prepared category-wise (General/SC/ST/OBC) after verification by BoAT (SR) and Visakhapatnam Port Authority.
  • Interview schedule will be communicated through registered mobile number and email only.

Application Process

Mode of Application: Online through NATS Portal (www.mhrdnats.gov.in)

  1. Enroll on NATS Portal and obtain Enrollment Number.
  2. Wait for verification and approval (at least one day).
  3. Login → Click “Establishment Request” → “Find Establishment” → Type “VISAKHAPATNAM PORT AUTHORITY” → Upload Resume → Apply.
  4. For new users: Enroll first, then proceed to Step 3.

Important Dates

Activity Date
Online Application Starting Date 01.11.2025
Last Date for Submission of Online Application 30.11.2025

General & Administrative Instructions

  • Before applying, ensure eligibility criteria and norms are fulfilled.
  • Name should match educational certificates; change requests will not be entertained.
  • Incomplete applications will be rejected.
  • No requests for change in category, qualification, or address after submission.
  • Canvassing or influence will result in cancellation of candidature.
  • Do not approach agents/touts for application or enrollment.
  • No TA/DA or expenses will be paid for certificate verification or interview.
  • VPA reserves the right to cancel or withdraw advertisement without notice.
  • Candidates must enroll on NATS website before applying.
  • Note: Interview schedule for shortlisted candidates will be communicated through registered mobile number and email only.

Training Duration & Conditions

The Apprenticeship training duration will be one year as per Apprentices (Amendment) Act 1973. No guarantee of employment after completion of Apprenticeship training. VPA shall have no obligation to offer employment or appointment to apprentices upon completion.

Contact & Verification Details

  • Email 1: studentquery@boat-srp.com
  • Email 2: appplacement@boat-srp.com
  • Certificate Verification Venue: Visakhapatnam Port Authority, Visakhapatnam
  • Signed by: Chief Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department, Visakhapatnam Port Authority
  • Date: 27.10.2025

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