NLC India Limited, a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, has invited online applications for 1,067 apprenticeship training positions under Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026. The recruitment includes 700 ITI Trade Apprentice posts and 367 Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice posts.
Recruitment Overview
- Organisation: NLC India Limited (NLCIL)
- Advertisement Number: L&DC/04/2026
- Post Categories: Apprentice
- Total Posts: 1,067
- Application Mode: Online
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Monthly Stipend: ₹12,000–₹16,678
- Last Date to Apply: 9 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Vacancy Details
NLC India has announced 1,067 apprenticeship training slots across ITI trades and non-engineering graduate disciplines.
- Fitter
- Turner
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
- Electrician
- Wireman
- Mechanic (Diesel)
- Stenographer
- Welder
- Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Important Dates
- Online Application Starts: 21 October 2026, 10:00 AM
- Last Date to Apply: 9 November 2026, 5:00 PM
The selection list publication and joining dates are tentative and may change as per the official schedule.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the qualification prescribed for their chosen apprenticeship category.
For ITI Trade Apprentices:
- Must have passed ITI in the relevant trade from a recognised institute.
- The trade qualification must correspond to the apprenticeship position applied for.
- Candidates must satisfy the other conditions specified in the notification.
For Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentices:
- Must possess a regular, full-time bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognised university.
- Eligible disciplines include Commerce, Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Geology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Pharmacy and Nursing.
- Permitted graduation years are 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026, subject to the notification’s conditions.
- Candidates should check the official advertisement for detailed qualification requirements and document specifications.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Age Calculation Date: 31 October 2026
- Applicants must have completed 18 years by the prescribed date. Any other applicable eligibility or reservation conditions should be checked in the official notification.
Monthly Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend according to their category.
ITI Trade Apprentice: ₹12,000 per month
Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice: ₹14,174–₹16,678 per month, depending on the discipline
The apprenticeship training period is 12 months. The engagement is for practical training and does not guarantee permanent or temporary employment with NLC India after completion.
Application Fee
Candidates should consult the official notification and application portal for the applicable fee instructions. Do not assume that the application is free unless the official advertisement confirms it.
Selection Process
- Selection is based on merit in the qualifying examination.
- ITI Trade Apprentice: Merit based on marks obtained in the relevant ITI qualification.
- Graduate Apprentice: Merit based on marks obtained in the prescribed bachelor’s degree.
- Document Verification: Verification of educational certificates, marksheets, identity and other eligibility documents.
Candidates should ensure that all marks and qualification details entered in the application match their original documents.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the relevant scanned documents, as required by the application portal:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Aadhaar card or accepted identity proof
- Transfer certificate
- SSLC/HSC marksheet, as applicable
- ITI certificate and marksheets for Trade Apprentice applicants
- Degree or provisional certificate and marksheets for Graduate Apprentice applicants
- CGPA/OGPA conversion certificate, where applicable
- Community certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Ex-servicemen certificate, if applicable
- Temporary provisional certificate in the prescribed format, where permitted for 2026 graduates
Follow the file-format and file-size requirements specified in the official notification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official NLC India website.
- Open the Careers section and select Trainees & Apprentices.
- Find Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026 for ITI Trade and Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprenticeship Training.
- Open the online application portal.
- Register or enter the required candidate details.
- Select the appropriate apprenticeship category and trade or discipline.
- Enter personal and educational information accurately.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, certificates, and marksheets in the prescribed formats.
- Review the application carefully before submission.
- Submit the application by 9 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Save or print the application confirmation for future reference.
Important Links
- Official NLC India Website: Click Here
- Official Notification: Click Here




















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