NCL Recruitment 2026 for 1607 Apprentice Trainee Posts – Apply Online @ nclcil.in

NCL Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for 1607 Apprentice Trainee Posts

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Mini Ratna Company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has announced a massive Golden Opportunity for candidates seeking Sarkari Naukri. The official NCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27 notification (Ref. No. NCL/HRD/CETI/2026-27/168) has been released with 1607 vacancies across Graduate, Diploma, Trade (ITI), and Paramedical disciplines. This is a prime opportunity for candidates from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to secure a government apprenticeship training under the Apprentice Act, 1961.

Table of Contents

• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply
• FAQs

Why Apply for NCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Applying for this Latest Government Job 2026 offers immense benefits:

• Job Security: Apprenticeship in a prestigious Mini Ratna PSU.
• Stipend: Competitive monthly stipend ranging from Rs. 9,600 to Rs. 13,700.
• Career Growth: Hands-on experience in the mining and energy sector.
• Location: Opportunities specifically for candidates from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for NCL Recruitment

Eligibility Criteria for NCL Apprentice Recruitment

Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria as of 01-06-2026.

Educational Qualification

• Graduate Apprentice: Degree in Engineering/Commerce/Arts/Law/BCA from a recognized University.
• Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering/Management from a recognized Institute.
• Trade Apprentice (ITI): Matriculation (10th) + ITI Certificate in relevant trade.
• Paramedical: Degree/Diploma in relevant paramedical discipline with valid registration.

Note: Qualifications must be from institutes functional in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh. Only full-time regular courses are accepted.

Age Limit

Minimum 18 years and Maximum 26 years as on 01-06-2026. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years).

How to Apply for NCL Vacancy 2026

Candidates must apply online through the NATS and NAPS portals. No other mode of application is accepted.

1. Visit the NATS Portal (for Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS Portal (for Trade Apprentices).
2. Register and obtain your Enrolment ID.
3. Log in and search for "Northern Coalfields Limited" apprenticeship opportunities.
4. Fill in the application form with accurate details.
5. Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, qualification certificates).
6. Submit the application before 15-06-2026.

Direct Links:

• Apply Online (Graduate/Diploma) - NATS
• Apply Online (Trade/ITI) - NAPS
• Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date to apply online is 15-06-2026.

No, there is no application fee for this recruitment.

Selection is based on a merit list derived from qualifying exam marks, followed by document scrutiny and a medical test. No written exam is conducted.

No, the qualifying institute must be functional in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh.

The apprenticeship training is for one year under the Apprentice Act, 1961.

No, the apprenticeship is purely temporary and statutory. It does not confer any right to regular employment in NCL.

Stipend is paid directly into the AADHAAR-linked bank account of the apprentice.

Scanned photo, signature, NATS/NAPS Enrolment ID, academic details, and category certificates (if applicable).