NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 575 Graduate & Technician Posts
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NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 575 Graduate & Technician Posts

NLC India Limited has released Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 575 Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts. Eligible Degree and Diploma holders can apply online till 02 January 2026. Check vacancy, salary, eligibility, and selection details here.

Applications open·Dec 19, 2025·575 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Jan 2, 2026

Deadline: Jan 2, 2026 · Last date approaching

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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.

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NLC Apprentice Notification 2026 Out

NLC India Limited (A Navratna PSU) has released the NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for engagement of 575 Graduate and Technician Apprentices for the training year 2025-26 under the Apprentices Act, 1973. The apprenticeship duration is one year, and selection will be purely based on merit.

The online application window is open from 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026 (5:00 PM). Candidates must also submit the hard copy of the application by 09 January 2026.


NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Highlights

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationNLC India Limited
Post NameGraduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice
Total Vacancies575
Training Duration1 Year
Job LocationNeyveli, Tamil Nadu
Application ModeOnline + Hard Copy
Selection ProcessMerit List & Certificate Verification
Official Websitewww.nlcindia.in

NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

The key dates related to NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are listed below.

EventDate
Notification Release19 December 2025
Online Application Start19 December 2025 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online02 January 2026 (5:00 PM)
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission09 January 2026 (5:00 PM)
Certificate Verification Call List17 January 2026
Certificate Verification21 - 23 January 2026
Provisional Selection List04 February 2026
Joining Date (Graduate Apprentice)10 February 2026
Joining Date (Technician Apprentice)16 February 2026

NLC Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026

NLC has announced discipline-wise vacancies for both Graduate and Technician Apprentices.

DisciplineGraduateTechnicianTotal
Mechanical Engineering9457151
Electrical Engineering9366159
Civil Engineering341549
Instrumentation Engineering141024
Chemical Engineering9-9
Mining Engineering493281
Computer Science Engineering491362
Electronics & Communication91019
Information Technology6-6
Medical Lab Technology-55
Catering Technology & Hotel Management-55
Pharmacist-55
Total357218575

Eligibility Criteria for NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

PostQualification
Graduate ApprenticeFull-time Degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university
Technician ApprenticeFull-time Diploma in Engineering/Technology from a recognized institute

Additional Conditions:

  • Candidates must have passed qualifying exams in 2021-2025
  • Candidates should be from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, or Puducherry
  • Candidates should not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier

Age Limit

  • Age limit will be followed as per Apprenticeship Rules

NLC Apprentice Application Fee 2026

  • No Application Fee
  • NLC has not specified any fee for applying to the Apprentice posts

NLC Apprentice Salary Details 2026

PostMonthly Stipend
Graduate Apprentice₹15,028
Technician Apprentice₹12,524

(Part of stipend paid through DBT as per government norms)


NLC Apprentice Selection Process 2026

Selection will be done purely on merit basis:

  • Percentage of marks obtained in Degree/Diploma
  • No written exam or interview
  • Final selection after Certificate Verification

Important Links

DescriptionLink
Official Websitewww.nlcindia.in
NLC Apprentice Notification PDFNotification link
Apply Online LinkApply link
Applications open·Dec 19, 2025·575 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Jan 2, 2026

Deadline: Jan 2, 2026 · Last date approaching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are available in NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 575 vacancies are available for Graduate and Technician Apprentices.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online for NLC Apprentice 2026?
The last date to apply online is 02 January 2026 (5:00 PM).
Q3. Is hard copy submission mandatory?
Yes, candidates must submit the signed hard copy application by 09 January 2026.
Q4. What is the selection process for NLC Apprentice posts?
Selection is based on merit (percentage of marks) followed by document verification.
Q5. What is the stipend for Graduate Apprentices?
Graduate Apprentices will receive ₹15,028 per month.
Q6. Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee.
Q7. What is the duration of apprenticeship training?
The training duration is one year.
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