Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1000 Posts. Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has officially released the notification for engagement of 1000 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 across 14 different trades. This is a golden opportunity for ITI pass and Graduate candidates to undergo structured apprenticeship training with attractive monthly stipend in a prestigious Municipal Corporation of Gujarat.
The online application opens on 01 June 2026 and the last date to apply online is 10 June 2026. The Candidates must first register on the NAPS portal and complete eKYC before applying on the SMC website.Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Names | Apprentice in 14 Trades (Electrician, Fitter, COPA, Account Assistant, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 1000 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18-34 years (as on last date of application) |
| Stipend | ₹9,600 – ₹12,300 per month (trade-wise) |
| Qualification | ITI Trade Pass / 12th + B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A. / B.C.A. / BBA (trade-wise) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Document Verification + Contract Generation on NAPS |
| Job Location | Surat Municipal Corporation, Gujarat |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 (23:00 hours) |
✅ Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice 2026 Stipend
Monthly stipend is paid as per Apprentices Act 1961:
- ₹9,600/-: Health Sanitary Inspector, Computer Operator & Programming Assistant
- ₹10,560/-: Electrician/Wireman, Fitter, Draughtsman (Civil), Surveyor, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Mechanic Diesel
- ₹12,300/-: Medical Lab Tech. (Pathology), Account Assistant, Domestic Data Entry Operator v2.0, Micro Finance Executive, P.R. Assistant
Duration of training: As per contract generated on NAPS portal. No other allowances admissible.
✅ Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice 2026 Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Trade Name | Vacancies | Stipend (₹/month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician / Wireman | 80 | 10,560 |
| 2 | Fitter | 20 | 10,560 |
| 3 | Draughtsman (Civil) | 20 | 10,560 |
| 4 | Surveyor | 20 | 10,560 |
| 5 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 05 | 10,560 |
| 6 | Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 05 | 10,560 |
| 7 | Mechanic Diesel | 10 | 10,560 |
| 8 | Health Sanitary Inspector | 150 | 9,600 |
| 9 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 180 | 9,600 |
| 10 | Medical Lab Tech. (Pathology) | 40 | 12,300 |
| 11 | Account Assistant | 160 | 12,300 |
| 12 | Domestic Data Entry Operator v2.0 | 170 | 12,300 |
| 13 | Micro Finance Executive | 120 | 12,300 |
| 14 | P.R. Assistant | 20 | 12,300 |
| Total Vacancies | 1000 | ||
✅ Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on last date of application):
- Minimum 18 years – Maximum 34 years
- Age Relaxation: As per Government of India / Gujarat rules for reserved categories
Educational Qualification (trade-wise):
- Trades 1–9: ITI Trade Pass in relevant trade
- Medical Lab Tech.: Std. 12 (PCB) + B.Sc.
- Account Assistant: B.Com (M.Com candidates given preference)
- Domestic Data Entry Operator: B.A. / B.C.A.
- Micro Finance Executive: B.Com / BBA
- P.R. Assistant: Mass Communication / Journalism / B.A. (Journalism)
Important: Mandatory NAPS portal registration + eKYC update before applying. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship in any trade are NOT eligible. Multiple trade applications allowed if qualified.
✅ Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
- Online Application on SMC portal (after completing NAPS registration & eKYC)
- Document Verification (intimated via registered mobile & email)
- Apprenticeship Contract Generation on NAPS portal
No written test. Final engagement subject to successful document verification and contract generation.
✅ Important Dates for Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Date of Advertisement | 25 May 2026 |
| NAPS Portal Registration (Mandatory) | Before applying on SMC website |
| Opening of Online Application | 01 June 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 10 June 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Document Verification Date | To be intimated via registered mobile & email |
✅ Application Fee
Nil – No application fee is required for Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
✅ How to Apply for Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register as Apprentice and complete eKYC on NAPS portal https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Visit the SMC recruitment portal https://www.suratmunicipal.gov.in/Information/Recruitment
- Click on the link for Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Fill the online application form with all required details
- Upload necessary documents
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
✅ Important Links
| Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Register on NAPS Portal (Mandatory) | Register on NAPS |
| Official Website | www.suratmunicipal.gov.in |
✅ Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A1. Total 1000 vacancies have been announced across 14 trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for SMC Apprentice 2026?
A2. The last date to apply online is 10 June 2026 (23:00 hours).
Q3. Is NAPS registration mandatory for SMC Apprentice 2026?
A3. Yes. Candidates must register on NAPS portal and complete eKYC before applying on SMC website.
Q4. What is the stipend in Surat Municipal Corporation Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A4. Stipend ranges from ₹9,600 to ₹12,300 per month depending on the trade.
Q5. What is the selection process for SMC Apprentice 2026?
A5. Online Application → Document Verification → Apprenticeship Contract Generation on NAPS.
Q6. Is this a permanent job?
A6. No. This is purely apprenticeship training. Candidates will be discharged immediately on completion of the training period.