MIDHANI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 43 Graduate & Diploma Apprentice Posts
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence known for making high-performance alloys and special metals for India's defence and space sectors, has opened applications for 43 apprentice posts. Advertisement No. MDN/HR/AT/02/26, dated 18 May 2026. Posts are split between 23 Graduate Apprentice Trainee (GAT) positions at ₹12,300/month and 20 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Trainee (TAT) positions at ₹10,900/month. No application fee. Training is for 1 year at MIDHANI's Kanchanbagh campus in Hyderabad.
Important: this recruitment requires a two-step application process — online via NATS portal AND sending a physical application by post. Missing either step will disqualify you. Last date: 3 June 2026 (5:00 PM).
Discipline-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Discipline | Post Type | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metallurgy | GAT | 5 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 12 |
| Mechanical | GAT | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Electrical/EEE | GAT | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Civil | GAT | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 3 |
| ECE/IT | GAT | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| GAT Sub-total | 23 | ||||||
| Metallurgy | TAT | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Mechanical | TAT | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Electrical/EEE | TAT | 3 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 5 |
| TAT Sub-total | 20 | ||||||
| TOTAL | 43 |
Stipend
| Post Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice Trainee (GAT) | ₹12,300/month |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Trainee (TAT) | ₹10,900/month |
Eligibility
Graduate Apprentice Trainee (GAT): B.E./B.Tech in the relevant discipline from a recognised university. Passout year must be 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Trainee (TAT): Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline from a State Council/Board of Technical Education. Passout year must be 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship anywhere, or who have more than 1 year of work experience, are NOT eligible. Apprentices Act, 1992 norms apply.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for MIDHANI Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Free to apply.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit-based Shortlisting | 10th / SSC marks — 30% weightage + Degree/Diploma marks — 70% weightage |
| Document Verification | Originals and attested copies of all certificates |
| Police Clearance Certificate | Required at the time of joining |
| Medical Fitness Assessment | As per MIDHANI norms |
There is no written test for MIDHANI apprenticeship. Merit is calculated using your academic scores.
How to Apply — Two-Step Process
Both steps are mandatory. Only doing NATS registration without the physical application — or vice versa — will not work.
Step 1 — NATS Portal (Online):
- Go to nats.education.gov.in and register/log in as a student
- In the Establishment Request section, find and apply to "Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited"
- Save your NATS registration number — you'll need it in the offline form
Step 2 — Offline Application (Physical Post):
- Download the application form from MIDHANI's careers page: midhani-india.in/department_hrd/career-at-midhani/
- Fill the form completely with attested copies of: educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable), NATS registration proof
- Send via Registered Post / Speed Post / Courier to:
The General Manager (HR), MIDHANI, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500 058 - Physical application must reach MIDHANI by 3 June 2026, 5:00 PM
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 18 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Training Location | MIDHANI, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500 058 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does MIDHANI make — why is apprenticeship here valuable?
MIDHANI manufactures special alloys, superalloys, and titanium alloys used in India's defence aircraft, missiles, submarines, and space rockets. Products go to DRDO, HAL, ISRO, and the Indian Navy. An apprenticeship here means hands-on exposure to metallurgy and precision manufacturing in one of India's most strategically important industrial facilities.
Q: I graduated in 2022 — am I eligible for MIDHANI Apprentice 2026?
No. MIDHANI's notification specifies that only candidates who passed out in 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible. If you graduated before 2023, you do not qualify for this recruitment.
Q: Is there any written test for MIDHANI Apprentice?
No written test. Selection is purely merit-based — your 10th/SSC marks carry 30% weightage and your B.E./B.Tech or Diploma marks carry 70% weightage. Candidates are shortlisted and called for document verification and medical.
Q: What is the two-step application process?
You must do BOTH — register online via the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) under MIDHANI's establishment, AND send a physical application form by post to the General Manager (HR), MIDHANI, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad. The physical application must reach MIDHANI by 3 June 2026 at 5:00 PM. Missing either step means your application is incomplete.
Q: Will MIDHANI absorb apprentices as regular employees after training?
Apprenticeship is governed by the Apprentices Act — it is a statutory training programme, not a direct employment route. MIDHANI is not obligated to offer regular employment after the 1-year apprenticeship. However, the training experience, stipend, and the certificate (National Apprenticeship Certificate after BOAT exam) are valuable for future PSU/industry job applications.