Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), Journeyman & Driver Recruitment - 2026 (58 Vacancies)

Trades

UR

SC

ST

OBC

EWS

Total

Journeyman (Carpenter)

01

01

–

–

–

02

Journeyman (Crane Operator)

01

–

–

01

–

02

Journeyman (Diesel Mechanic)

01

–

–

01

–

02

Journeyman (Driver Material Handling)

01

01

–

–

–

02

Journeyman (Electrician)

04

01

01

01

01

08

Journeyman (Electronic Mechanic)

01

02

–

01

02

06

Journeyman (Fitter)

03

01

01

01

–

06

Journeyman (GRP/FRP Worker) 

01

01

–

01

01

04

Journeyman (Machine Operator)

01

01

–

–

01

03 

Journeyman (Painter)

03

01

–

01

01

06

Journeyman (Pipe Fitter)

01

01

–

01

01

04

Journeyman (Rigger)

02

01

–

01

–

04

Journeyman (Structural Fitter)

02

–

01

01

–

04

Journeyman (Welder)

01

01

–

–

–

02

Driver (Vehicle)

02

–

–

01

–

03

Grand Total Post

25

12

03

11

07

58

Educational Qualification

1. Journeyman Positions (Section-A)

• General Educational Prerequisite : Matriculation (10th standard pass) along with a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) or National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the respective or specified feeder trade.

• Disqualification Note : Candidates possessing higher professional qualifications (such as a Graduate or Post-Graduate Degree in Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, MBA, CA, CMA, CS, LL.B, MCA, Ph.D., or equivalent higher professional qualifications) are not eligible to apply.

Trade-Specific Essential Qualifications & Desirable Requirements :

• Journeyman (Carpenter) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Carpenter / Wood Work Technician / Shipwright (Wood) trades.

• Journeyman (Crane Operator) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Electrician trade.

  • Desirable : Govt.-recognized certification in Crane Operation.

• Journeyman (Diesel Mechanic) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Diesel Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Mechanic (Marine Diesel) trades.

• Journeyman (Driver Material Handling) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Diesel Mechanic trade with a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License.

  • Desirable : Govt.-recognized certification in Crane Operation.

• Journeyman (Electrician) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Electrician trade.

• Journeyman (Electronic Mechanic) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Electronic Mechanic trade.

• Journeyman (Fitter) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Fitter / Weapon Fitter / MMTM (Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance).

• Journeyman (GRP/FRP Worker) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Fiber Reinforced Plastic Processor / Plastic Processing Operator trades OR Matriculation with NSQF Plastic FRP Operator course.

• Journeyman (Machine Operator) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Millwright Mechanic / MMTM trades.

• Journeyman (Painter) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Painter (General) / Painter (Marine) / Industrial Painter trade.

• Journeyman (Pipe Fitter) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Pipe Fitter / Plumbing trades.

• Journeyman (Rigger): Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Rigger / Carpenter / Wood Work Technician trades.

• Journeyman (Structural Fitter) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Structural Fitter / Fabricator / Sheet Metal Work / Fitter trades.

• Journeyman (Welder) : Matriculation with NAC/NTC in Welder, Welder (Gas & Electric), TIG/MIG, Welder (GMAW & GTAW), Welder (Pipe), Welder (Pipe & Pressure Vessels), Welder (Structural), Welder (Fabrication & Fitting), Welder (Welding & Inspection), or Advance Welder trades.

2. Driver (Vehicle) Position (Section-C)

• Educational Qualification : Matriculation (10th standard pass).

• License Requirement : Valid Commercial Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving License.

  • Desirable : Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License.

• Essential Experience : Minimum 06 years of post-qualification experience in driving Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles in an organization, firm, or rental agency on a direct employment basis (candidates from the Armed Forces meeting the criteria may also apply).

  • Desirable Experience : Experience as a Staff Car Driver for Senior Officers of Government organizations or PSUs.

• Driving Record Criteria : Candidates must have a clean driving record with no accident history, no police complaints for accidents, major traffic violations, reckless driving, or driving under the influence of alcohol within the last 6 years.

How to Apply?

• Visit Online Portal : Access the official GRSE career website at www.grse.in or use the direct application link at https://jobapply.in/grse2026.

• Review Eligibility & Guidelines : Read the detailed employment notification carefully to ensure you fully meet the age, qualification, and experience criteria before applying.

• Prepare Scanned Documents : Keep scanned copies of your educational qualifications, caste certificate, date of birth proof, experience certificates (if applicable), and a recent photograph/signature ready for upload.

• Complete Online Registration : Fill out the online application form with your correct personal, educational, and professional details.

• Upload Testimonials & Photo : Upload the required scanned documents and certificates as specified in the portal guidelines.

• Pay Application Fee (If Applicable) : Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 472/- through the online Payment Gateway (SC, ST, PwBD, and internal candidates are exempted from the fee).

• Submit & Print Application : Finally submit the online application form and print a copy of the submitted application along with your payment receipt for future reference.

Selection Process

1. Selection Process for Journeyman Positions (Section-B)

• Step 1 : Shortlisting based on Qualification Marks (If Applicable)

  • If a large number of applications are received, the company may shortlist candidates based on the percentage of marks scored in the qualifying examination (AITT under ATS/CTS leading to NAC/NTC).

• Step 2 : Written Test (Pen & Paper Based)

  • Held in Kolkata and Ranchi using OMR answer sheets.

  • Duration : 2 Hours.

  • Pattern : 100 Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for a total of 100 marks :

    • Part-I : Subject/trade-related questions (80 marks).

    • Part-II : General Knowledge, General Aptitude, Reasoning, Mental Ability, and Numerical Ability (20 marks).

  • Qualifying Marks : Overall 50% marks in the written test (45% for SC/ST/OBC; 40% for PwBD).

• Step 3 : Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — For Specific Trades Only

  • Applicable only for shortlisted candidates applying for Driver (Material Handling), Rigger, and Crane Operator trades (not applicable for ex-Agniveers).

  • This test is qualifying in nature, and standards are uploaded on the GRSE website.

• Step 4 : Document Verification (DV)

  • Candidates are shortlisted based on written test performance and merit in a 1:5 ratio (5 candidates called per vacancy).

  • Document verification is conducted prior to the practical test to check eligibility against the advertisement. Only candidates who clear DV are allowed to proceed.

• Step 5 : Practical (Trade) Test

  • Practical test is of a qualifying nature (50 total marks; qualifying marks are 50% for UR, 45% for SC/ST/OBC, and 40% for PwBD).

• Step 6 : Final Merit List & Medical Examination

  • The final merit list is drawn solely based on the marks obtained in the Written Test, provided the candidate qualifies the Practical (Trade) Test.

  • Provisionally selected candidates undergo a pre-employment medical examination and must submit a clear Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) before final joining.

2. Selection Process for Driver (Vehicle) Positions (Section-C)

• Step 1 : Screening & Shortlisting

  • Applications are screened, and candidates who fulfill the requisite criteria are called for the written test based on the nature and number of years of relevant experience (essential and desirable).

• Step 2 : Written Test (Pen & Paper Based)

  • Held in Kolkata and Ranchi using OMR answer sheets.

  • Duration : 2 Hours.

  • Pattern : 100 Objective-type MCQs (100 marks total) :

    • Part-I : Trade-related subject questions (80 marks).

    • Part-II : General Knowledge, General Aptitude, Reasoning, Mental Ability, and Numerical Ability (20 marks).

  • Qualifying Marks : Overall 40% marks in the written test (35% for OBC; 30% for PwBD).

• Step 3 : Document Verification (DV)

  • Shortlisted candidates from the written test are called in a 1:5 ratio (in order of merit) for document verification before the practical test.

• Step 4 : Practical (Trade) Test

  • Practical test is of a qualifying nature (50 total marks; qualifying marks are 50% for UR, 45% for SC/ST/OBC, and 40% for PwBD).

• Step 5 : Final Merit List & Medical Examination

  • Final merit is drawn based on the written test performance for candidates who pass the practical test.

  • Selected candidates must pass the pre-employment medical examination and submit a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC).