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NLC India Limited, a 'Navratna' Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, has invited applications for the engagement of Graduate and Technician Apprentices for the year 2025-26. This is a great opportunity for engineering and pharmacy graduates/diploma holders to gain apprenticeship training under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | NLC India Limited |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentices & Technician Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 575 |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.nlcindia.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Stipend (INR) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | 94 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | 93 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Civil Engineering) | 34 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Instrumentation Engineering) | 14 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemical Engineering) | 9 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mining Engineering) | 49 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science Engineering) | 49 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 9 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Graduate Apprentice (Information Technology) | 6 | Rs. 15,028/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | 57 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | 66 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering) | 15 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Instrumentation Engineering) | 10 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Mining Engineering) | 32 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Science Engineering) | 13 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 10 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Medical Lab Technology) | 5 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Catering Technology & Hotel Management) | 5 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
| Technician Apprentice (Pharmacist) | 5 | Rs. 12,524/- | 1 Year |
Eligibility for Graduate Apprentices
- Essential: A Degree in Engineering or Technology (Full time) granted by a Statutory University/Institution in relevant discipline. Or, Graduate examination of Professional bodies recognized by the State/Central Government.
- Other Requirements: Candidates should be from Tamil Nadu, Andhrapradesh, Telengana, Karnataka, Kerala and Union Territories of Pondicherry. Must have passed the qualifying exam in 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025. Candidates should not have undergone or be presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training elsewhere.
Eligibility for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices
- Essential: A Diploma in Engineering or technology (Full time) granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education established by a State Government/University in relevant discipline.
- Other Requirements: Candidates should be from Tamil Nadu, Andhrapradesh, Telengana, Karnataka, Kerala and Union Territories of Pondicherry. Must have passed the qualifying exam in 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025. Candidates should not have undergone or be presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training elsewhere.
Salary/Stipend
The stipend is fixed as per the Apprentices Act. Graduate Apprentices will receive Rs. 15,028/- per month (of which Rs. 4500/- will be paid by Government under DBT scheme). Technician Apprentices will receive Rs. 12,524/- per month (of which Rs. 4000/- will be paid by Government under DBT scheme).
Important Dates
- Opening of On-Line registration: 19-12-2025 by 10:00 AM
- Closing of On-Line registration: 02-01-2026 by 05:00 PM
- Last Date for submission of Hard copies: 09-01-2026 by 05:00 PM
- Date of Display of candidates called for Certificate Verification: 17-01-2026
- Dates of Certificate Verification: 21-01-2026 to 23-01-2026
- Date of Display of provisionally selected candidates: 04-02-2026
- Reporting / Joining of Candidates: GAT: 10-02-2026, TAT: 16-02-2026
Selection Process
Selection will be based on the percentage of marks scored by the candidates in the qualifying Diploma/Degree. In case of a tie, the senior most candidate (based on date of birth) will be considered. The percentage calculation will be based on the university/institution's procedure. If grades/CGPA are awarded, percentage will be calculated by multiplying CGPA by 10 (in absence of any other procedure).
How to Apply
- Visit www.nlcindia.in and click on the CAREERS link.
- Select the Trainees & Apprentices tab.
- Apply Online for (Graduate & Technician apprentices) under Advt. No. L&DC/04A/2025.
- Complete the application form and take a printout.
- Send the signed registration form along with self-attested copies of required documents (Degree/Provisional Certificate, Marksheets, SSLC/HSC Marksheets, Transfer Certificate, Community Certificate, ID proofs, etc.) to the Office of The General Manager, Learning and Development Centre, Block-20, NLC India Limited, Neyveli – 607 803 on or before 09-01-2026 by 05:00 PM.
Important Links:
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here