Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) has released Employment Notification No. 2026/05 (J&OP) on grse.in for GRSE Journeyman recruitment and Driver (Vehicle) jobs. Online applications opened on 30 October 2026 and close on 28 November 2026 at 23:59 hrs. The jobs suit candidates with a 10th pass and a trade certificate, and experienced vehicle drivers.
GRSE will fill 58 posts in total, with 55 for Journeyman across 14 trades and 3 for Driver (Vehicle). A full trade-wise breakdown follows below. Selected candidates can be posted to any GRSE unit, project or location, including new units at Raichak and Timber Pond. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official GRSE Employment Notification No. 2026/05 (J&OP).
Last verified: 31 October 2026.
GRSE is recruiting 58 posts through Employment Notification No. 2026/05 (J&OP). The vacancy has 55 Journeyman posts across 14 trades and 3 Driver (Vehicle) posts. The last date to apply online is 28 November 2026 (23:59 hrs) through the GRSE career section at grse.in or at jobapply.in. Selection is through a written test and a practical (trade) test.
Table of Contents
- Quick Summary of Journeyman and Driver (Vehicle) Posts 2026
- About GRSE
- Local Context and How It Compares
- Important Dates for GRSE Journeyman Recruitment 2026
- GRSE Journeyman Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Salary
- Eligibility for GRSE Journeyman Recruitment and Driver (Vehicle) Posts
- Selection Process
- Application Fee
- How to Apply
- Important Links
- Should you apply?
- FAQs
Quick Summary of Journeyman and Driver (Vehicle) Posts 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) |
| Notification | Employment Notification No. 2026/05 (J&OP) |
| Posts | Journeyman (14 trades), Driver (Vehicle) |
| Total Vacancy | 58 (55 Journeyman, 3 Driver) |
| Salary | Journeyman: 26 years, Driver: 32 years (as on 1 October 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Eligibility | Journeyman: 10th pass with NAC or NTC in the trade. Driver: 10th pass, Commercial LMV licence, 6 years’ experience |
| Age Limit | Journeyman 26 years, Driver 32 years (as on 1 October 2026) |
| Selection Process | Written test, then practical (trade) test |
| Application Fee | ₹472 (SC, ST, PwBD and internal candidates exempt) |
| Place of Posting | Any GRSE unit, project or location |
| Last Date | 28 November 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Indian nationals |
About GRSE
GRSE is a Navratna central public sector enterprise (CPSE) under the administrative control of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is one of the premier defence shipyards in the country and builds warships.
The registered and corporate office is GRSE Bhavan, 61 Garden Reach Road, Kolkata 700024. Journeymen train in allied trades besides their parent trade, so GRSE Journeyman recruitment builds multi-skill experience inside a defence shipyard.
Local Context and How It Compares
GRSE works from Kolkata. The written test for GRSE Journeyman recruitment takes place in Kolkata and Ranchi. Outstation candidates travel to Kolkata for document verification and the practical test.
Candidates from Siliguri, Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri and other North Bengal towns can reach Kolkata by train. Sikkim and North East candidates can use the same rail routes through North Bengal. More West Bengal government jobs are listed on the site.
Many defence PSU trade posts follow the same pattern of a written test and a trade test, so preparation carries over. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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Important Dates for GRSE Journeyman Recruitment 2026
GRSE has fixed the application window from 30 October 2026 to 28 November 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration opens | 30 October 2026 (14:00 hrs) |
| Last date to apply | 28 November 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Payment cases verified by | 30 November 2026 |
| Written test admit card | To be announced |
| Written test (Kolkata and Ranchi) | Schedule on grse.in |
| Document verification and practical test | Schedule on grse.in |
A candidate who pays within the window but whose registration stays incomplete will be verified within two working days after closing. That means on or before 30 November 2026. The admit card and the call letter carry the test schedule and venue.
GRSE Journeyman Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Salary
The notification lists 14 Journeyman trades and 1 Driver (Vehicle) post. The category splits below follow the notification exactly.
Journeyman vacancies by trade
| Trade | Posts | Category Split |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | 2 | UR 1, SC 1 |
| Crane Operator | 2 | UR 1, OBC 1 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 2 | UR 1, OBC 1 |
| Driver Material Handling | 2 | UR 1, SC 1 |
| Electrician | 8 | UR 4, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 6 | UR 1, SC 2, OBC 1, EWS 2 |
| Fitter | 6 | UR 3, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 1 |
| GRP/FRP Worker | 4 | UR 1, SC 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 |
| Machine Operator | 3 | UR 1, SC 1, EWS 1 |
| Painter | 6 | UR 3, SC 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 |
| Pipe Fitter | 4 | UR 1, SC 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 |
| Rigger | 4 | UR 2, SC 1, OBC 1 |
| Structural Fitter | 4 | UR 2, ST 1, OBC 1 |
| Welder | 2 | UR 1, SC 1 |
| Total | 55 | UR 23, SC 12, ST 3, OBC 10, EWS 7 |
Electronic Mechanic includes 2 backlog posts (1 SC and 1 EWS). Machine Operator includes 1 backlog EWS post. The 55 posts also include 1 post for PwBD (OH), 1 for PwBD (HH/PD) and 2 backlog posts for PwBD (VH/LV). The PwBD posts do not apply to the Crane Operator, Rigger and Driver Material Handling trades.
PwBD means persons with benchmark disabilities. OH covers locomotor disability, HH/PD means hard of hearing or partially deaf, and VH/LV means low vision.
Driver (Vehicle) vacancy
| Post | Grade | Posts | Pay Scale | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver (Vehicle) | Skilled, Grade-III | 3 | ₹20,110-3%-70,390 (or as revised) | UR 2, OBC 1 |
Together, the Journeyman and Driver (Vehicle) posts make 58 vacancies. The posts include vacancies reserved for ex-servicemen (ESM), including dependents of those killed in action, as per Government guidelines. GRSE may increase or decrease the number of posts.
Salary and benefits
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| Journeyman, 1st year | ₹24,000 per month (fixed stipend) |
| Journeyman, 2nd year | ₹26,000 per month (fixed stipend) |
| Semi-skilled (SSK) grade after absorption | ₹19,900-3%-69,650 (or as revised) |
| Driver (Vehicle), Skilled (SK) grade | ₹20,110-3%-70,390 (or as revised) |
Selected candidates in the GRSE Journeyman recruitment work for 2 years on a fixed stipend. Provident Fund (PF) is recovered on the consolidated amount, and GRSE adds a matching contribution. Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) is recovered at the statutory rate where it applies. Journeymen also get first aid at the yard dispensary, hospitalisation for self and a subsidised canteen.
After training, a Journeyman may join the permanent roll in the SSK grade. This depends on performance, organisational need, vacancies, medical fitness and disciplinary and vigilance clearance. The SSK grade carries Industrial DA, HRA, allowances, CPF and gratuity, with one year of probation.
A Driver (Vehicle) joins the Skilled grade with the same kind of pay items and one year of probation. Medical and canteen benefits for operative employees also apply.
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Eligibility for GRSE Journeyman Recruitment and Driver (Vehicle) Posts
Only Indian nationals can apply. Qualifications and experience count as of 1 October 2026. The date of result declaration or mark sheet issue is the date of qualification.
Candidates with a graduate or postgraduate degree in Engineering, Technology or Pharmacy cannot apply for any post. The bar also covers an MBA, CA, CMA, CS, LL.B, MCA, Ph.D or any equivalent higher professional qualification. Hiding a qualification makes a selection void.
Journeyman eligibility by trade
Every trade in the GRSE Journeyman recruitment needs Matriculation (10th pass). Candidates also need a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) or National Trade Certificate (NTC, ITI pass) in the trade listed below.
- Carpenter: NAC or NTC in Carpenter, Wood Work Technician or Shipwright (Wood)
- Crane Operator: NAC or NTC in Electrician. A government-recognised crane operation certificate is desirable
- Diesel Mechanic: NAC or NTC in Diesel Mechanic, Mechanic Diesel or Mechanic (Marine Diesel)
- Driver Material Handling: NAC or NTC in Diesel Mechanic, with a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence. A crane operation certificate is desirable
- Electrician: NAC or NTC in Electrician
- Electronic Mechanic: NAC or NTC in Electronic Mechanic
- Fitter: NAC or NTC in Fitter, Weapon Fitter or Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance (MMTM)
- GRP/FRP Worker: NAC or NTC in Fibre Reinforced Plastic Processor or Plastic Processing Operator, or Matriculation with the NSQF Plastic FRP Operator course
- Machine Operator: NAC or NTC in Millwright Mechanic or MMTM
- Painter: NAC or NTC in Painter (General), Painter (Marine) or Industrial Painter
- Pipe Fitter: NAC or NTC in Pipe Fitter or Plumbing
- Rigger: NAC or NTC in Rigger, Carpenter or Wood Work Technician
- Structural Fitter: NAC or NTC in Structural Fitter, Fabricator, Sheet Metal Work or Fitter
- Welder: NAC or NTC in Welder, Welder (Gas & Electric), TIG/MIG Welder, Welder (GMAW & GTAW), Welder (Pipe), Welder (Pipe & Pressure Vessels), Welder (Structural), Welder (Fabrication & Fitting), Welder (Welding & Inspection) or Advanced Welder
Driver (Vehicle) eligibility
- Qualification: Matriculation (10th pass) with a valid Commercial LMV Driving Licence. A valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence is desirable
- Experience: At least 6 years of post-qualification experience in driving light and heavy motor vehicles in an organisation, firm or rental agency on direct employment. Armed Forces candidates meeting the criteria may also apply
- Desirable: Experience as a staff car driver for senior officers of government organisations or PSUs
- Driving record: Clean record for the last 6 years, with no accident history, no police complaints for accidents, no major traffic violations, no reckless driving and no drink driving
GRSE counts experience from the later of two dates, up to 1 October 2026. The two dates are the 10th pass date and the Commercial LMV licence issue date.
Age limit
The GRSE Journeyman recruitment age limit is 26 years as on 1 October 2026, and the Driver limit is 32 years. Candidates can check their age with the age calculator before applying.
| Category | Journeyman | Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum age | 26 years | 32 years |
| OBC | +3 years | +3 years |
| SC and ST | +5 years | – |
| PwBD (UR) | +10 years | +10 years |
| PwBD and OBC-NCL | +13 years | +13 years |
| PwBD and SC or ST | +15 years | – |
| Ex-servicemen | Service + 3 years | Service + 3 years |
| Ex-Agniveer | +3 years | +3 years |
| First batch Agniveer | +5 years in total | +5 years in total |
| Ex-GRSE trade apprentice | +3 years | – |
The OBC, SC and ST relaxation applies where posts are reserved for that category. Ex-servicemen need at least 6 months of continuous service in the Armed Forces of the Union. After all relaxations, age cannot go beyond 56 years.
Agniveers who meet the qualification and age rules and expect release by 31 March 2027 can also apply.
Reservation and certificate rules
In GRSE Journeyman recruitment, reserved category candidates who meet the rules without any relaxation may apply for UR posts. A candidate picks the category once in the form, and it cannot change later. Where a category has no vacancy in a post, the candidate counts as General.
OBC candidates need a non-creamy layer certificate issued in 2026-27. EWS candidates need an Income and Asset Certificate for 2026-27. PwBD candidates need a medical certificate showing 40% or more disability.
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Selection Process
Selection in the GRSE Journeyman recruitment runs through a written test followed by a practical (trade) test. Driver (Vehicle) candidates follow the same two stages. The final merit list rests on written test marks.
- Shortlisting. For Journeyman posts, GRSE may shortlist by percentage of marks in the qualifying exam if many applications arrive. NAC-only candidates use AITT marks under the ATS exam. NTC-only or NAC and NTC candidates use AITT marks under the CTS exam. For Driver (Vehicle), shortlisting depends on the nature and years of relevant experience.
- Written test. An OMR-based pen-and-paper test of 100 marks and 2 hours, held in Kolkata and Ranchi. It has 100 objective questions. Part I carries 80 marks for the trade subject. Part II carries 20 marks for General Knowledge, Aptitude, Reasoning, Mental Ability and Numerical Ability. The paper is in English and Hindi.
- Document verification. GRSE checks the documents of shortlisted candidates before the practical test. Only those who clear it can appear for the practical test.
- Practical (trade) test. A qualifying test of 50 marks. GRSE calls up to 5 candidates per vacancy in order of merit. Candidates tied on the last mark are also called.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Shortlisted candidates for Driver Material Handling, Rigger and Crane Operator face a qualifying PET. It does not apply to ex-Agniveers.
- Medical and police clearance. Selection depends on medical fitness, and joining requires a Police Clearance Certificate.
| Test | Overall | Reserved | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journeyman written test | 50% | 45% (SC, ST, OBC) | 40% |
| Driver written test | 40% | 35% (OBC) | 30% |
| Practical test (both posts) | 50% | 45% (SC, ST, OBC) | 40% |
GRSE pays no travel allowance for the written test. Outstation candidates called for document verification or the practical test get rail fare to Kolkata by the shortest route. GRSE pays second-class or sleeper-class fare, or the actual fare if lower. Where no rail link exists, GRSE pays non-AC bus fare. It reimburses the amount by bank transfer after the candidate submits tickets and bank details.
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Application Fee
GRSE Journeyman recruitment carries an application fee of ₹472, paid online through the payment gateway. The same fee applies to the Driver (Vehicle) post. SC, ST and PwBD candidates and internal candidates pay no fee.
The fee is non-refundable, and GRSE accepts no other mode of payment. Candidates should pay only this official fee on the portal and never pay any agent for a government job.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply for GRSE Journeyman recruitment and the Driver (Vehicle) post only online. GRSE accepts no offline, paper or manual applications.
- Open the career section at grse.in or the application portal at jobapply.in.
- Read the Guidelines to Apply Online on the portal.
- Register with a valid email ID and keep it active for at least one year. GRSE sends all information by email.
- Fill in the form for the chosen post and trade, and select the actual category.
- Upload scanned copies of the educational qualification, caste, date of birth and experience certificates.
- Pay the ₹472 fee online, if it applies.
- Submit the form before 28 November 2026 (23:59 hrs).
A candidate eligible for more than one post can apply for each post. More than one application for the same post can cancel the candidature. Employees of government offices, PSUs and autonomous bodies must apply through proper channel and may need a No Objection Certificate. Queries go to recruitment@grse.co.in or grse18@jobapply.in.
Documents to keep ready
Candidates should keep these documents ready before they open the GRSE Journeyman recruitment form.
- Matriculation (10th) certificate and mark sheet
- NAC or NTC certificate and mark sheet (Journeyman posts)
- Commercial LMV Driving Licence, and Heavy Vehicle licence where held (Driver posts and Driver Material Handling)
- Experience certificate with joining and relieving dates (Driver posts)
- Appointment or offer letter and latest pay slip, for candidates currently employed without a certificate
- Endorsement from the PSU or government department, if a contractor or agency issued the staff car driver certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Caste or category certificate in the prescribed format, OBC-NCL or EWS certificate for 2026-27, and PwBD certificate
- Original certificates with one set of self-attested photocopies for document verification
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| GRSE Employment Notification 2026/05 (J&OP) | Download GRSE Journeyman and Driver notification PDF |
| Online application | Apply online for GRSE jobs at jobapply.in |
| Official website | GRSE official website |
| More jobs | Latest jobs across India |
Should you apply?
The GRSE Journeyman recruitment suits candidates within the 26-year age limit who want to start inside a defence shipyard. They need a 10th pass and an NAC or NTC. The route begins with a two-year stipend period. Absorption into the SSK grade depends on performance, vacancies, medical fitness and clearances. It is not automatic.
The Driver (Vehicle) posts suit drivers with six years of verified experience and a clean driving record. Skilled grade pay and a one-year probation apply from joining.
Competition will be tight in trades with only 2 posts, namely Carpenter, Crane Operator, Diesel Mechanic, Driver Material Handling and Welder. Candidates with a graduate or higher professional qualification cannot apply. Posting can fall at any GRSE unit, project or location, which matters for candidates who cannot relocate.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for GRSE Journeyman recruitment 2026?
The last date is 28 November 2026 at 23:59 hrs. Applications are online only, through the GRSE career section at grse.in or at jobapply.in. GRSE verifies payment problems within two working days after closing, on or before 30 November 2026.
What is the stipend in GRSE Journeyman recruitment 2026?
A Journeyman gets ₹24,000 per month in the first year and ₹26,000 per month in the second year of training. After absorption into the Semi-skilled (SSK) grade, the pay scale is ₹19,900-3%-69,650 (or as revised).
What is the age limit for GRSE Driver (Vehicle) 2026?
The maximum age is 32 years as on 1 October 2026. OBC candidates get 3 years of relaxation, PwBD (UR) candidates 10 years and PwBD with OBC-NCL 13 years. Ex-servicemen and ex-Agniveers get relaxation under the notice rules.
What happens after the two-year GRSE Journeyman training?
After two years of training in GRSE Journeyman recruitment, Journeymen may join the permanent roll in the SSK grade. This depends on performance, vacancies, medical fitness and clearances. Absorbed candidates serve one year of probation before confirmation. GRSE can extend the training or discharge a Journeyman whose performance remains unsatisfactory.
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Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.