NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,607 Posts

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) is accepting applications for 1,607 apprenticeship training slots across multiple technical and non-technical fields for the 2026-27 year. This training opportunity is open exclusively to candidates who have completed their ITI, Diploma, Degree, or Paramedical qualifications from institutes situated and registered in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh. The online application portal is active from June 1, 2026, to June 15, 2026, and no application fee is required.

• Recruitment Overview
• Is This Job for You?
• Vacancy Details by Role
• Important Dates & Limits
• Stipend and Allowances
• Selection Criteria
• Required Documents Checklist
• Application Process Steps
• Frequently Asked Questions

Recruitment Overview

Is This Job for You?

You should consider applying if you are a fresher who completed an ITI, Diploma, Degree, or Paramedical course in or after June 2022, and your educational institute is operational within Madhya Pradesh or Uttar Pradesh. Since this program has no application fee and selects candidates based on merit rather than a competitive test, it is a highly accessible path to gain industrial experience in a public sector undertaking.

You should skip this if you completed your course before June 2022, studied in a state other than UP or MP, or if you have already undergone apprenticeship training or have more than one year of active work experience following your qualification.

Vacancy Details by Role

Trade apprentice opportunities cover common industrial profiles including Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, and Motor Vehicle Mechanic. Graduate and Diploma slots are available in core engineering branches like Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Mining, Electronics, Computer Science, and Information Technology. Paramedical apprentice positions focus on health-related support fields.

Important Dates & Limits

Stipend and Allowances

Trainees will receive a fixed monthly stipend based on their qualification category as per the Apprenticeship Rules:

• Graduate Apprentices: ₹12,300 per month
• Diploma, Trade, and Paramedical Apprentices: ₹9,600 to ₹13,700 per month depending on specific trade guidelines.

No additional allowances, housing provisions, traveling allowances, or medical insurance packages are offered during this training tenure.

Selection Criteria

The selection process comprises the following stages:

1. Application Screening: Applications are verified against basic state qualification and academic requirements.
2. Merit Calculation: Selection is based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying exam (ITI/Diploma/Degree/Paramedical).
3. Tie-Breaking Rule: If candidates secure equal scores, preference is given to the candidate senior in age.
4. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be notified to attend in-person certificate checks at Singrauli, MP.
5. Medical Fitness: Candidates must clear a basic medical check before starting the training.

Required Documents Checklist

• Class 10 (Matriculation) Certificate for age proof
• Pass Certificate and Marksheets of the qualifying exam (ITI/Diploma/Degree/Paramedical)
• Institution location certificate or proof of studying in UP or MP
• Caste/Category Certificate (for SC, ST, or OBC-NCL applicants claiming relaxation)
• NATS or NAPS portal registration enrollment ID
• Aadhaar Card and Bank Account details linked with Aadhaar
• Recent passport-size color photographs

Application Process Steps

1. First, register on the national apprentice portals: Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in), while Trade and Paramedical candidates must register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
2. Note your unique apprentice registration number.
3. Navigate to the official NCL website at www.nclcil.in.
4. Go to the Careers section and select Apprenticeship Training.
5. Click on the online application link for Apprentice Engagement 2026-27 against notification 168.
6. Fill in the form with your personal details, academic scores, and your apprentice portal registration ID.
7. Upload your photo, signature, and qualifying marksheet in the specified format and dimensions.
8. Review all entered data and click submit. Keep a printed copy of the confirmation page.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can candidates from states other than Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh apply?

No. Candidates must have passed their qualifying exam from institutes located and registered in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh.

2. Is there a written examination for NCL Apprentice selection?

No. Selection is done purely on a merit list prepared from marks obtained in your qualifying educational course.

3. What is the application fee?

There is no application fee. The application process is free for all candidates.

4. Can candidates who completed graduation in 2021 apply?

No. Only candidates who passed their qualifying exam in or after June 2022 are eligible.

5. Does this apprenticeship lead to regular employment in NCL?

No. This is a one-year training program and does not guarantee permanent jobs or absorption within Northern Coalfields Limited.

6. What are the age limits for this recruitment?

Candidates must be between 18 and 26 years of age as of June 1, 2026. Reserved category candidates receive age relaxation as per government rules.