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NMDC Steel Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 100 Posts

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Total Vacancies
100 Posts
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Online Portal
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Closing Date
15 January 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization National Mineral Development Corporation (nmdc) 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. NationalMineralDevelopmentCorporationnmdc/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Trade Apprentices (100 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 15 January 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
National Mineral Development Corporation (nmdc) Regional Headquarters, Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification ITI in relevant Trade (COPA, Welder, Fitter, Electrician) 🌐 Authority Official Website Refer Official Notification Document
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Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to submitting their application:

✅ Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
✅ Original Certificates: 10th / Matriculation (DOB proof), Essential Degrees & Marksheets.
✅ Self-Attested Photocopies: Two complete sets of photocopies of all relevant testimonials.
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✅ Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
✅ Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

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NMDC Steel Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 100 Posts

Good news for candidates with ITI qualifications! NMDC Steel Limited (NSL) has announced a recruitment drive for Trade Apprentices for the year 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh tradesmen to gain industrial experience at a prestigious Government company under the Ministry of Steel.

Interested and eligible candidates can attend the Walk-in-Drive scheduled from 12-01-2026 to 15-01-2026 at Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh. The total number of apprenticeship vacancies is 100 across four different trade categories.

NSL Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company NameNMDC Steel Limited (NSL)
Post NameTrade Apprentices
No of Posts100
SalaryStipend as per DGT Guidelines
QualificationITI in relevant Trade (COPA, Welder, Fitter, Electrician)
Walkin Date12/01/2026 to 15/01/2026
Official Websitenmdcsteel.nmdc.co.in

Vacancy Details 2026

Post Name (Trade)No. of PostsWalk-in Drive Date
COPA4012/01/2026
Welder2013/01/2026
Mechanical (Fitter)2014/01/2026
Electrical (Electrician)2015/01/2026
Total100-

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for COPA

  • Essential Qualification: (COPA) Trade Certificate, 1 year regular course.

Eligibility for Welder

  • Essential Qualification: Welder – Trade Certificate, 1 year regular course.

Eligibility for Mechanical (Fitter)

  • Essential Qualification: Fitter - Trade Certificate, 2 year regular course.

Eligibility for Electrical (Electrician)

  • Essential Qualification: Electrician Trade Certificate, 2 year regular course.

General Eligibility Conditions

  • Candidates who have already completed Apprenticeship Training under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 are not eligible.
  • Candidates must register themselves at the apprenticeship portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) before attending the drive.

Selection Process

  • Selection will be based on a Screen Test / Trade Test.
  • Selection is subject to satisfactory verification of documents.
  • The selection of SC/ST/OBC will be as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992 and government quota.

Important Dates

Notification Date27 December 2025
Walk-in Drive for COPA12 January 2026
Walk-in Drive for Welder13 January 2026
Walk-in Drive for Mechanical (Fitter)14 January 2026
Walk-in Drive for Electrical (Electrician)15 January 2026
Reporting Time09:00 AM (on the respective date)

Important Links:
Apply Online / Registration: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to attend the walk-in for NMDC Steel Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The walk-in drive ends on 15 January 2026.

Q2. Is registration on the apprenticeship portal mandatory?
Ans. Yes, candidates must register at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in before attending the walk-in.

Q3. What is the stipend for these apprentices?
Ans. The stipend will be paid as per DGT (Directorate General of Training) Guidelines.

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