NLC India Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1235 ITI, Graduate & Diploma Apprentice Posts

NLC India Limited (formerly Neyveli Lignite Corporation), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, invites online applications from eligible candidates for 1235 Apprentice training slots under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, for the training batch 2026-27.

Trade-wise Vacancies

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  • Graduate Apprentice: Full-time B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline from AICTE-approved institution
  • Technician Apprentice: Full-time Diploma in relevant engineering from AICTE-approved institution
  • ITI Trade Apprentice: NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate in relevant trade
• Age Limit: As per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 norms. Minimum 14 years, upper age relaxed for reserved categories.
• Year of Passing: Candidates who passed in 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
• Duration: 12 months (Graduate/Diploma) / as per trade (ITI) apprenticeship training.

Stipend

• Graduate Apprentice: ₹9,000–₹12,000 per month (as per Apprenticeship Act & Company norms)
• Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: ₹8,000–₹10,000 per month
• ITI Trade Apprentice: ₹7,000–₹8,000 per month

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting based on marks in the qualifying examination
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination

How to Apply

1. Visit the NLC India careers page: nlcindia.com
2. Click on "Apprentice Recruitment 2026"
3. Register on the portal with valid email and mobile
4. Fill the online application form with educational details
5. Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
6. Submit the application and take a printout

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