IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - 89 Posts, Eligibility, Salary, Offline Application

IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - 89 Posts, Eligibility, Salary, Offline Application

IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Overview

Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL) has released an official notification for the engagement of 89 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive is conducted at IREL's facility in Chavara, Kerala. It is an excellent opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Graduate holders to gain industrial experience in a prestigious government enterprise.

Recruitment Type

This is Direct Recruitment based on a Merit List. No competitive written examination is conducted. Selection is purely based on marks obtained in the educational qualification and document verification.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Total: 89 Posts)

The vacancies are distributed across various ITI, Graduate, and Diploma disciplines. The detailed breakdown is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications as per the post applied for:

• Fitter: ITI in Fitter Trade
• Electrician: ITI in Electrician
• MRAC: ITI in MRAC
• Instrumentation: ITI in Instrumentation
• Electronics: ITI in Electronics
• Diesel Mechanic: ITI in Diesel Mechanic
• Plumber: ITI in Plumber
• Welder: ITI in Welder
• Machinist: ITI in Machinist
• Carpenter: ITI in Carpenter
• Draughtsman Civil: ITI in Draughtsman Civil
• Surveyor: ITI in Surveyor
• AAO(P): M.Sc (Chemistry)
• MLT: VHSE (MLT)
• Graduate Apprentice (Mech/Elec/Civil/CS/Instr/Mining): B.Tech / B.E in respective discipline
• Technician Apprentice: Diploma in respective discipline (Mechanical, Instrumentation, Mining)
• Executive: B.Com, B.A, BBA, B.Sc, or B.Sc (Geology) as applicable

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 25 Years
• Age as on: The notification does not specify a cut-off date, but age is typically calculated as of the closing date of application (24-02-2026).

3. Age Relaxation

Selection Process

The selection process for IREL Apprentices 2026 does not involve a written exam. The stages are:

1. Merit List: Selection will be based on the percentage of marks obtained in the minimum educational qualification (ITI/Diploma/Degree).
2. Medical Examination: Candidates must be medically fit for the apprenticeship.
3. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates (Educational, Caste, ID Proof) in order of merit.
4. Police Verification: A police verification certificate will be required.

Application Fee

No Application Fee is mentioned in the official notification for any category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST). Candidates can apply free of cost.

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

Candidates must follow these steps to submit their application:

1. Visit the official website of IREL (www.irel.co.in) and download the official notification and application form.
2. Read the notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
3. Fill out the offline application form clearly with correct details (Name, Address, Qualification Marks, etc.).
4. Attach self-attested copies of the following documents:
   • Recent passport-size photograph
   • Signature
   • ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Voter ID)
   • Educational Certificates (ITI/Degree/Diploma Marksheets & Certificates)
   • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
   • Age Proof (Birth Certificate/10th Marksheet)
5. Place the filled form and documents in an envelope.
6. Superscribe the envelope with "Application for Apprentices Engagement 2026-27 - [Post Name]".
7. Send the application via Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification (Ensure it reaches by 24-02-2026).
8. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF & Application Form
• Official Website