NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026: NLC India Limited, a Navratna public sector company under the Ministry of Coal, has issued Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026 for 1,067 apprentice training positions at Neyveli and its Regional Office in Chennai. The vacancies include 700 ITI Trade Apprentice posts and 367 Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice posts. The duration of the apprenticeship training is 12 months. The NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification was released on 21 October 2026. The online application process began on the same day at 10:00 AM and will remain open until 9 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Only eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry can apply for these apprenticeship positions. Selection will be based on the marks obtained in the relevant ITI or graduation qualification, with no written examination or interview. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹12,000 to ₹16,678, depending on the apprenticeship category. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training under NAPS, NATS, or the PM Internship Scheme are not eligible to apply. Applicants should carefully review the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements and application instructions before submitting their forms.
Important Dates
- Online Application Starting Date: 21 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 09 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM
- Display of Selected Candidates (Trade Apprentice): 23 November 2026
- Display of Selected Candidates (Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice): 25 November 2026
- Joining Date (Trade Apprentice): 27 November 2026
- Joining Date (Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice): 02 December 2026
Application Fees
- There is no application fee for candidates of any category.
Age Limit Details
- The minimum age requirement for NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 18 years.
- The age will be calculated as of 31 October 2026.
- Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates according to the applicable rules.
Educational Qualification
The post-wise qualifications are given below.
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| ITI Trade Apprentice | ITI certificate in the relevant trade |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) | B.Com., BBA, B.Sc., or BCA in the relevant discipline, completed between 2022 and 2026 |
| Pharmacist and Nursing Apprentice | B.Pharm. or B.Sc. Nursing, completed between 2022 and 2026 |
Vacancy Total : 501 Posts
The post-wise vacancy details are given below.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| ITI Trade Apprentice | 700 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) | 325 |
| Pharmacist and Nursing Apprentice | 42 |
| ITI Trade | Vacancies | Graduate Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 125 | B.Com. | 70 |
| Turner | 45 | BBA | 72 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 110 | B.Sc. Computer Science | 93 |
| Electrician | 125 | BCA | 45 |
| Wireman | 110 | B.Sc. Geology | 14 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 5 | B.Sc. Microbiology | 5 |
| Stenographer | 20 | B.Sc. Chemistry | 26 |
| Welder | 120 | B.Pharm. (Allopathy) | 3 |
| COPA | 30 | B.Pharm. (Ayurveda) | 3 |
| Refrigeration and AC Mechanic | 10 | B.Sc. Nursing | 36 |
| Total ITI Vacancies | 700 | Total Graduate Vacancies | 367 |
Stipend Details
The category-wise monthly stipend details are provided below.
| Apprenticeship Category / Discipline | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| All ITI Trade Apprentices | ₹12,000 |
| Graduate Apprentices – Commerce, Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Geology, Microbiology, and Chemistry | ₹14,174 |
| Graduate Apprentices – Pharmacist (Allopathy), Pharmacist (Ayurveda), and Nursing | ₹16,678 |
Selection Process
The selection process is based on academic merit and includes the following stages:
- Merit List: Candidates are shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in their ITI or graduation qualification, as applicable.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must provide the required certificates and documents for verification.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must fulfil the prescribed medical fitness requirements, wherever applicable.
How to Apply Online for NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their online applications:
- Visit the official NLC India website at www.nlcindia.in.
- Navigate to the Careers section and select Trainees & Apprentices.
- Find Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026 and click on the relevant Apply Online (Trade and Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice) link.
- Complete the online application form by entering your personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
- Select the appropriate trade or academic discipline.
- Upload the required documents, including your photograph, signature, transfer certificate (TC), Aadhaar details, mark sheets, and community certificate, if applicable.
- Review the application carefully and submit it before 9 November 2026, at 5:00 PM.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
FAQs for NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Q1. Which organization is conducting NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited (NLC India), a Navratna public sector company under the Ministry of Coal, is conducting this recruitment to fill ITI Trade Apprentice and Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice positions under Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026.
- Q2. How many vacancies are available under NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 1,067 apprentice vacancies have been announced. These include 700 ITI Trade Apprentice positions and 367 Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice positions across various disciplines, including Fitter, Electrician, Commerce, Computer Science, Pharmacy, and Nursing.
- Q3. What are the online application dates for NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- The online application process started on 21 October 2026 at 10:00 AM. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until 9 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Q4. What is the educational qualification required for ITI Trade Apprentice posts?
- Candidates must possess an ITI qualification in the relevant trade from a recognised institute to be eligible for the ITI Trade Apprentice positions. Applicants should check the official notification for the specific requirements applicable to their chosen trade.
- Q5. What qualifications are required for Graduate Apprentice posts?
- Candidates must possess the relevant educational qualification for their chosen discipline. Eligible qualifications include B.Com., BBA, BCA, B.Sc., B.Pharm., and B.Sc. Nursing, as applicable to the advertised positions. The notification specifies the eligible disciplines and qualifying years for each category.
- Q6. What is the minimum age limit for NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old as of 31 October 2026. Applicants should refer to the official notification for any additional age-related conditions and eligibility requirements.