The University of Kashmir has 7 graduate apprentice seats open at its Institute of Technology (IoT) in Zakura, Srinagar, and the online form closes on 26.10.2026. An apprentice is someone who learns a job by working at it, and here you get a stipend (a fixed monthly payment while you train) of Rs 12,300 a month. There is no written exam: you are picked on your degree marks and an interview.
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Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| Organization | Institute of Technology (IoT), Zakura Campus, University of Kashmir |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | F(Re-Advertisement-Apprentice)IoT/KU/26, dated 19.10.2026 |
| Location | Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Total Vacancies | 7 (category-wise breakup not given in the notification) |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech (E and C, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Science) or M.Sc./B.Sc. Mathematics, with 60% marks, depending on the post |
| Age Limit | Not specified in notification |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting on degree marks (where needed) → Interview → Final merit (75% degree marks : 25% interview) |
| Pay Scale | Stipend of Rs 12,300 per month |
| How to Apply | Apply online on the NATS portal, then hand in a copy of the form at the Dean’s office |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification dated | 19.10.2026 |
| Online registration and application starts on NATS | 19.10.2026 |
| Last date to apply online on NATS | 26.10.2026 |
| Last date to submit the NATS form copy at the Dean’s office | 27.10.2026 |
| Interview date | Not specified in notification |
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Discipline / Department / Lab | Posts | Qualifying Degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in E and C Engineering |
| 2 | Electrical Engineering | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering |
| 3 | Engineering Mathematics | 1 | M.Sc. in Mathematics (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026) and B.Sc. in Mathematics (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 or 2024) |
| 4 | CIIE, Engineering Kitchen, Robotics and Embedded Systems Lab, and 5G Use Case Lab | 4 | B.E./B.Tech in E and C Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science and Engineering |
| Total | 7 |
The university can raise or lower the number of apprentice seats without giving a reason.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | The degree listed for the post in the vacancy table above, with 60% marks |
| Year of Passing | Within the last five years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 |
| Result Status | Your result must be declared by 26.10.2026, the last date to apply online |
| Age Limit | Not specified in notification |
| Application Restriction | You cannot apply again if you have already finished an apprenticeship or internship programme |
| Bank and Aadhaar | Your bank account must be seeded with (linked to) your Aadhaar, your mobile number must be linked to Aadhaar, and the name on Aadhaar must match the bank passbook |
Who Should Apply
- This is one year of training under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973, paid by stipend. It is not a regular government post.
- The seats are at the Zakura Campus in Srinagar, and four of the seven are in labs such as the Robotics and Embedded Systems Lab and the 5G Use Case Lab.
- You are chosen on marks, not an exam. Your degree marks carry 75% of the final score, so a strong percentage helps more than anything else.
- The university prefers people who can handle and operate engineering instruments for their discipline, so mention any lab or instrument work you have done.
- Skip this one if your degree result is still pending, or if you have already finished an apprenticeship or internship. Both rule you out.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Shortlisting | Where needed, the university shortlists candidates on the marks in their qualifying degree. |
| 2. Interview | Shortlisted candidates are interviewed. The notification gives no date or place yet, so watch the IoT website for it. |
| 3. Final merit | Degree marks and the interview are combined in the ratio 75 : 25. Preference goes to candidates who can handle and operate engineering instruments for their discipline. |
In short: there is no written exam. Your degree marks count for three-quarters of your final score and the interview for one-quarter.
Stipend and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stipend | Rs 12,300 per month for a Graduate Apprentice |
| From NATS (central scheme) | Rs 6,150 per month, paid through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer, money sent straight to your bank account) |
| From University of Kashmir | Rs 6,150 per month |
| Training period | One year |
In plain terms, the stipend is split evenly between the central NATS scheme and the university. The NATS half goes directly to your bank account, which is why the account has to be linked to your Aadhaar.
How to Apply
- Go to nats.education.gov.in. If you are new, click Student Register, fill in the form and note the enrolment number you get. If you already have a NATS login, click Student Login instead.
- New registrations are checked by BOAT (NR), the Board of Apprenticeship Training for the Northern Region. You can log in and apply only after that check, so do not wait for the last day.
- After logging in, type Srinagar in the district field, then choose the institute named “Zakura Campus, University of Kashmir”.
- Fill in every field of the form and click the final submit button. Take a printout of the submitted form.
- By 27.10.2026, hand in the printout and photocopies of your documents at the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering, Institute of Technology, Zakura Campus, University of Kashmir.
Note: the notification does not say whether the printout can be sent by post. Check the IoT website or write to iot@uok.edu.in before relying on that.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Printout of the NATS application form | Downloaded after you submit the form online |
| Marks card of the qualifying degree | Photocopy (Xerox) |
| Date of Birth certificate | Photocopy (Xerox) |
| Domicile certificate | Photocopy (Xerox) |
| Aadhaar card | Photocopy (Xerox) |
| First page of bank passbook, or the account detail page | Photocopy (Xerox). Name must match your Aadhaar. |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Apply Online (NATS Portal) | nats.education.gov.in |
| Official Website (updates) | iot.uok.edu.in |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying on NATS but forgetting to hand in the form copy and documents at the Dean’s office by 27.10.2026. The process has two steps and both count.
- Letting your Aadhaar name differ from your bank passbook name, or leaving the bank account unlinked to Aadhaar or the mobile number unlinked. The notification asks for all three.
- Applying while your degree result is still awaited. The university does not accept candidates whose result is not declared by 26.10.2026.
- Picking the wrong institute on NATS. Type Srinagar as the district and choose “Zakura Campus, University of Kashmir”.
- Registering on NATS for the first time on the last day. New accounts are verified by BOAT (NR) before you can log in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
You must apply online on the NATS portal by 26.10.2026, and hand in a copy of the form at the Dean’s office by 27.10.2026.
How many posts are there?
There are 7 Graduate Apprentice seats: 1 in Electronics and Communication, 1 in Electrical, 1 in Engineering Mathematics and 4 across four labs.
Who can apply?
You need the degree listed for the post, 60% marks in it, a pass year between 2022 and 2026 and a result declared by 26.10.2026.
How much is the stipend?
It is Rs 12,300 a month, made up of Rs 6,150 from the NATS scheme and Rs 6,150 from the University of Kashmir.
Is there a written exam?
No written exam is mentioned; the final merit is 75% degree marks and 25% interview.
Where and how do I apply?
Register and apply on nats.education.gov.in, choose “Zakura Campus, University of Kashmir”, then submit a printout of the form with photocopies of your documents at the Dean’s office, School of Engineering.
I applied under the earlier notification and was not selected. Can I try again?
Yes, the notification says such candidates may also appear for the interview.
Is there an application fee or an age limit?
The notification does not mention either one.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
