NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has officially invited online applications for Graduate Apprentices and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act. The recruitment includes 875 apprenticeship training slots across various engineering and technical disciplines for Project Affected Persons (PAP) category.
Verification Status: ✅ The recruitment has been officially announced by NLC India Limited. The online application portal is active, and applications are accepted only through the official NLC India recruitment portal. (Rojgar Mandi)
Job Overview
- Organization: NLC India Limited (NLCIL)
- Category: Navratna PSU
- Ministry: Ministry of Coal, Government of India
- Post Name: Graduate Apprentice & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 875
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Application Mode: Online
Vacancy Details
| Apprentice Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Various Engineering Disciplines |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Various Diploma Disciplines |
| Total Training Vacancies | 875 |
The 875 vacancies are for the Project Affected Persons (PAP) category under the official apprenticeship notification. (Rojgar Mandi)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 29 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Merit List | 24 August 2026 |
| Expected Joining | 26 August 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Graduate Apprentice
Candidates should possess:
- B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized University.
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
Candidates should possess:
- Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized State Technical Board.
Candidates must also be registered on the NATS Portal before applying. (Rojgar Mandi)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Upper age limit will be as per the Apprenticeship Rules and NLC India notification.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Merit based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- Certificate Verification.
- Medical Fitness.
There is no written examination for this apprenticeship recruitment. (Rojgar Mandi)
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive monthly stipend as per the Apprenticeship Rules:
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹15,028 per month
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: ₹12,524 per month
Application Fee
- No Application Fee
Training Location
Neyveli, Tamil Nadu
How to Apply
- Register on the NATS Portal if not already registered.
- Visit the official NLC India Careers page.
- Open the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the application before 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Official Notification (Verified)
Official NLC India Careers Portal
https://www.nlcindia.in/new_website/careers.html
✅ Verified: The official recruitment notification for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice engagement is available on the NLC India Careers portal. (Rojgar Mandi)
Official Apply Link (Verified)
Official Online Application Portal
https://www.nlcindia.in/new_website/index.htm
✅ Portal Status: Verified and working. Candidates should apply only through the official NLC India website after completing NATS registration. The online application window is open from 29 July 2026 to 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM). (Rojgar Mandi)