The NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released to fill 1235 training slots across ITI, Diploma, and Graduate disciplines. This opportunity is exclusively available for the wards of NLCIL employees, contract workmen, and Project Affected Persons (PAPs). Selection is purely merit-based using your qualifying exam marks, meaning there is no written test. Candidates can submit their application forms easily through the official portal at www.nlcindia.in before the deadline.
NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Overview Criteria | Details |
| Organization Name | NLC India Limited (NLCIL) |
| Post Name | Trade, Technician (Diploma), and Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1235 Posts |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.nlcindia.in and nlcindia.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
| Notification Release Date | July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 29 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date For PAP Certificate | 07 August 2026 (For PAPs only) |
| Last Date For Registration | 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Selected Candidates List | 24 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Tentative Joining Date | 26 August 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS | No Fee mentioned in notification |
| SC / ST / PH | No Fee mentioned in notification |
| Payment Mode | N/A |
Age Limit Details
| Age Criteria | Limit |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | Not specified (Based on passing year rules) |
| Age Relaxation | As per Apprenticeship Act 1961 rules |
NLC Apprentice Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Advt No. |
| Apprentices (Wards of Employees/Contractors) | 360 | L&DC/03/2026 |
| Apprentices (Wards of PAPs) | 875 | L&DC/02/2026 |
NLC Apprentice Eligibility Details
| Course / Post | Qualification Requirement |
| Trade (ITI) Apprentice | Passed ITI in relevant trade from a recognized institute. |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Regular full-time Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Passed in 2022-2026). |
| Engineering Graduate | Regular full-time B.E/B.Tech (Passed in 2022-2026). |
| Non-Engineering Graduate | Regular full-time B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Sc, B.Pharm, etc. (Passed in 2022-2026). |
| Special Condition | Must be a ward/spouse of an NLCIL employee, contractor, or PAP. No prior apprenticeship or 1+ year work experience. |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancy Allocation |
| General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD | Reservation applies as per the Apprentices Act. Detailed category splits are not provided in the short notification. |
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| Region | Eligibility Information |
| Eligible Candidates | This is a specific institutional drive. It is only open to wards of NLCIL employees, NLCIL contract workmen, and NLCIL Project Affected Persons (PAPs). |
| State Priority | Central PSU job, but practically restricted to families connected to NLC India projects. |
Important Documents Required
| Document Type | Details |
| ID & Photos | Aadhaar Card, Recent Passport Size Photo, Signature |
| Educational Proof | 10th/12th Mark sheets, ITI/Diploma/Degree Certificates, Semester-wise Mark sheets |
| Other Certificates | Transfer Certificate (TC), Community Certificate, PwBD/Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable) |
| NLC Specific Proof | Employee ID Card / PAP Certificate from Land Dept / Contract Workman Forms |
Syllabus Overview
| Subject | Details |
| Syllabus | Not Applicable. There is no written examination for this recruitment. |
Exam Pattern
| Test Type | Details |
| Exam Structure | No Exam. Direct selection based on qualifying marks. |
Selection Process
| Stage | Description |
| Merit List | Based on the percentage of marks obtained in ITI, Degree, or Diploma. |
| Tie-Breaker | If marks are equal, the older candidate is given preference. |
| Final Approval | Document verification before joining. |
Salary Details
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
| Trade (ITI) Apprentice | Rs. 12,000/- |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Rs. 12,524/- |
| Non-Engineering Graduate | Rs. 12,524/- to Rs. 15,028/- (Depends on discipline) |
| Engineering Graduate | Rs. 15,028/- |
How to Apply
| Step | Action Required |
| Step 1 | Visit the official website at www.nlcindia.in or nlcindia.in. |
| Step 2 | Navigate to the "Careers" section and click on "Trainees & Apprentices". |
| Step 3 | Click the "Apply Online (Trade/Graduate/Technician Apprentice)" link for Advt No. L&DC/03/2026 or L&DC/02/2026. |
| Step 4 | Fill in your personal, educational, and eligibility details correctly. |
| Step 5 | Upload all the required scanned documents strictly in PDF or JPEG format within size limits. |
| Step 6 | Verify all details carefully and submit the application before 11 August 2026, 5:00 PM. |
| Step 7 | Save and print a copy of the final application form for future reference. |
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