HOCL Recruitment 2026 for 16 Graduate & Technician Apprentices – Apply Online @ NATS Portal

Table of Contents

• Overview & Quick Summary
• Why Apply for HOCL Apprentice Jobs?
• Detailed Vacancy Breakdown
• Eligibility Criteria
• Stipend & Benefits
• How to Apply Online via NATS
• Important Dates
• FAQs: HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

HOCL Recruitment 2026: Apply for 16 Graduate & Technician Apprentice Posts

Golden Opportunity for Engineering Graduates and Diploma Holders! Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL), Kochi, has announced a massive Sarkari Naukri notification under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This Latest Government Job Notification 2026 invites online applications for 16 vacancies comprising Graduate Apprentices (B.E./B.Tech) and Technician Apprentices (Diploma).

Why Apply for HOCL Apprentice Jobs?

This recruitment is a career-defining opportunity for freshers from the 2022–2026 batches.

• Job Security & Experience: Gain one year of hands-on training at a premier Public Sector Undertaking (PSU).
• Stipend under 7th CPC: Competitive monthly stipend offered to both Graduate and Technician apprentices.
• Central Government Benefits: Work under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
• Career Growth: Adds immense value to your resume for future Sarkari Result exams and private sector jobs.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for HOCL Recruitment 2026

Check the trade-wise and category-wise distribution of 16 vacancies below.

HOCL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

1. Educational Qualification

• Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Computer Science, or Fire & Safety from a recognized University.
• Technician Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation) from a recognized State Board.

2. Minimum Marks

• General/OBC/EWS: 60% marks in qualifying examination.
• SC/ST/PwBD: 50% marks (relaxed from 60%).

3. Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)

Minimum age is 18 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India Apprenticeship Rules.

4. Passing Year

Only candidates passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply.

HOCL Apprentice Salary / Stipend 2026

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per the government share:

Additional Benefits: Accommodation (if available) and subsidized canteen facility.

How to Apply Online for HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Applications are accepted only through the NATS Portal. Follow these steps:

1. Visit official notificationClick Here.
2. Visit https://nats.education.gov.in.
3. Log in with your User ID & Password (or register if new).
4. Search for "HINDUSTAN ORGANIC CHEMICALS LIMITED" under "Apply against advertised vacancies".
5. Select your relevant trade (Graduate/Technician) and click Apply.
6. Enter your percentage of marks correctly; blank entries will lead to rejection.
7. Submit and take a printout of the application form.

Important Dates for HOCL Recruitment 2026

FAQs: HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

A total of 16 vacancies – 05 for Graduate Apprentices and 11 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices.

Graduate Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,300/-.

No. Only candidates who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible.

No. The application fee is NIL for all candidates.

No. As per the notification, HOCL has no obligation to offer employment upon completion of the Apprenticeship period.

The training will be at Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited, Ambalamugal, Kochi, Kerala.

No. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing Apprenticeship Training are NOT ELIGIBLE.