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NCL Apprentice 2026 notification has been officially released by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna Company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited, vide Notification No. NCL/HRD/CETI/2026-27/168 dated 25 May 2026. A total of 1607 Apprentice Trainee vacancies are available across Graduate, Diploma, ITI Trade and Paramedical disciplines for FY 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act 1961. Eligible candidates can Apply Online from 01 June 2026 through the NATS or NAPS portal. This is an excellent Latest Recruitment opportunity for fresh graduates and ITI pass candidates looking for a Sarkari job experience in a major Coal India subsidiary.
Last Date: 2026-06-15 23:59:00
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), Singrauli, MP
- Notice No.: NCL/HRD/CETI/2026-27/168
- Post Name: Apprentice Trainee (Graduate / Diploma / Trade / Paramedical)
- Total Vacancies: 1607
- Training Duration: One Year
- Application Mode: Online (NATS / NAPS Portal)
- Application Fee: Nil (No Fee for Any Category)
- Last Date to Apply (NCL Apprentice 2026): 15 June 2026
- Official Website: nclcil.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 May 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Eligibility | 01 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date (NATS/NAPS) | 01 June 2026 |
| Candidate should not have passed qualification before | June 2022 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (NCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026) | 15 June 2026 |
| Release of Merit List (Shortlisted Candidates) | 20 June 2026 |
| Date of Reporting for Document Scrutiny and Joining | Intimated through Email |
Note: All dates are tentative and subject to alteration. Candidates must check nclcil.in regularly for updates.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (General / EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PwBD) | Rs. 0 (No Fee) |
NCL Apprentice 2026 Vacancy Details
The 1607 vacancies are spread across four categories: Graduate Apprentices (241), Diploma Apprentices (305), ITI Trade Apprentices (906) and Paramedical Apprentices (155).
A. Graduate Apprentices - Monthly Stipend: Rs. 12,300
| Sr. | Discipline | Total | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bachelor of Electrical Engineering | 45 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 18 |
| 2 | Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering | 43 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 18 |
| 3 | Bachelor of Computer Science & Engineering | 13 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 4 | Bachelor of Mining Engineering | 17 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 5 | Bachelor of Electronics Engineering | 8 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | Bachelor of Civil Engineering | 16 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 7 | Bachelor of Information Technology | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 | Bachelor of Commerce | 58 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 24 |
| 9 | Bachelor of Arts (BA) | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Bachelor of Law (LLB) | 12 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 11 | Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) | 15 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Total (Graduate) | 241 | ||||||
B. Diploma Apprentices - Monthly Stipend: Rs. 10,900
| Sr. | Discipline | Total | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Diploma in Back Office Management | 13 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 13 | Diploma in Mining Engineering | 29 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 12 |
| 14 | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 67 | 12 | 7 | 14 | 7 | 27 |
| 15 | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 72 | 13 | 8 | 15 | 7 | 29 |
| 16 | Diploma in Electronics Engineering | 12 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 17 | Diploma in Civil Engineering | 56 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 22 |
| 18 | Diploma in Modern Office Management & Secretarial Practices | 16 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 19 | Diploma in Computer Science / IT | 14 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 20 | Diploma in Environmental Engineering | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 21 | Diploma in Survey Engineering | 21 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9 |
| Total (Diploma) | 305 | ||||||
C. ITI Trade Apprentices - Monthly Stipend: Rs. 9,600 to Rs. 10,560
| Sr. | Trade | Total | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Stipend (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | ITI Electrician | 244 | 44 | 26 | 51 | 24 | 99 | 10,560 |
| 23 | ITI Fitter | 349 | 63 | 37 | 73 | 35 | 141 | 10,560 |
| 24 | ITI Welder | 110 | 20 | 12 | 23 | 11 | 44 | 9,600 |
| 25 | ITI Turner | 44 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 18 | 10,560 |
| 26 | ITI Machinist | 43 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 18 | 10,560 |
| 27 | ITI Auto Electrician | 63 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 6 | 26 | 10,560 |
| 28 | ITI Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 32 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 10,560 |
| 29 | ITI Diesel Mechanic | 11 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 10,560 |
| 30 | ITI Motor Mechanic Vehicle | 10 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10,560 |
| Total (Trade) | 906 | |||||||
D. Paramedical Apprentices
| Sr. | Discipline | Total | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Stipend (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Bachelor of Physiotherapy | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13,700 |
| 32 | Bachelor of Nursing | 30 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 13 | 13,700 |
| 33 | Bachelor of Ayurveda | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13,700 |
| 34 | Bachelor of Optometry | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13,700 |
| 35 | Bachelor of Yoga | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13,700 |
| 36 | Bachelor of Dietetics | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13,700 |
| 37 | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology | 10 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 12,700 |
| 38 | Diploma in Pharmacy | 15 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 12,700 |
| 39 | Diploma in ECG Technology | 10 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 12,700 |
| 40 | Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) | 60 | 11 | 6 | 13 | 6 | 24 | 12,700 |
| 41 | Diploma in X-Ray Technology | 10 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 12,700 |
| 42 | Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 12,700 |
| Total (Paramedical) | 155 | |||||||
| Category | Total | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Total | 1607 | 291 | 168 | 336 | 160 | 652 |
PwBD (Horizontal Reservation): A total of 58 PwBD candidates may be accommodated. Suitability of disability categories shall be as per the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Divyangjan Notification dated 4 January 2021.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years (as on 01 June 2026) |
| Maximum Age | 26 years (as on 01 June 2026) |
| Date of Birth Range | Between 01/06/2000 to 01/06/2008 |
| Age Relaxation - SC/ST | 5 years (Maximum age: 31 years) |
| Age Relaxation - OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years (Maximum age: 29 years) |
| Age Relaxation - PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| Age Relaxation - PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Age Relaxation - PwBD (OBC NCL) | 13 years |
Educational Qualification
The required qualification must be recognized by AICTE/UGC/BTE/NCVT/SCVT or any appropriate authority and the institution must be functional either in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh.
| Category | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices (Engineering) | Full-time Degree in the relevant engineering discipline (Electrical / Mechanical / Civil / Mining / Electronics / CSE / IT) from a recognized university |
| Graduate Apprentices (Others) | Full-time Degree in B.Com / B.A. / LLB / BCA as applicable |
| Diploma Apprentices | Full-time Diploma in relevant discipline from a recognized polytechnic/institute |
| ITI Trade Apprentices | Matriculation (10th) + ITI Certificate in the relevant trade + National / State Trade Certificate (NTC/STC) |
| Paramedical (Graduate) | Degree in Physiotherapy / Nursing / Ayurveda / Optometry / Yoga / Dietetics + valid state registration certificate |
| Paramedical (Diploma) | Diploma in MLT / Pharmacy / ECG Technology / GNM / X-Ray Technology / Ophthalmic Technology + valid state registration certificate |
Other Important Eligibility Conditions
- Only Indian nationals are eligible.
- Candidate must have passed qualifying examination from institutions operational in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh only.
- Candidate should not have passed qualification prior to June 2022.
- Qualification must be from a full-time regular course. Part-time, Correspondence or Distance Learning mode is not accepted.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are pursuing Apprenticeship or have job experience of 1 year or more are ineligible.
- Candidates with higher qualification over and above the prescribed qualification are not eligible.
- Rounding off of percentage is not allowed. 49.99% is treated as less than 50%.
Monthly Stipend Summary
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices (Engineering / Commerce / Arts / Law / BCA) | Rs. 12,300 |
| Diploma Apprentices (All Disciplines) | Rs. 10,900 |
| ITI Trade Apprentices (Electrician / Fitter / Turner / Machinist / Auto Electrician / COPA / Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic) | Rs. 10,560 |
| ITI Welder | Rs. 9,600 |
| Paramedical Graduate Apprentices (Physiotherapy / Nursing / Ayurveda / Optometry / Yoga / Dietetics) | Rs. 13,700 |
| Paramedical Diploma Apprentices (MLT / Pharmacy / ECG / GNM / X-Ray / Ophthalmic) | Rs. 12,700 |
Stipend for Graduate and Diploma Apprentices is inclusive of the Government of India share paid through DBT. Stipend for Trade Apprentices will be paid entirely by NCL. Stipend is administered based on monthly attendance.
Selection Process for NCL Apprentice 2026
- Graduate and Diploma: Merit is drawn on the basis of marks/percentage scored in the qualifying graduation or diploma examination (as declared in online application). Candidates are ranked in decreasing order of marks.
- ITI Trade: Merit is drawn on the basis of the average of passing percentage in Matriculation (10th) and the respective NTC/STC of the trade. Candidates are ranked in decreasing order of this average.
- Shortlisting: Sufficient candidates will be shortlisted for scrutiny of original documents before joining. NCL reserves the right to restrict the number called for scrutiny.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear with all original certificates at the venue and date notified on nclcil.in.
- Medical Fitness Test: Final joining is subject to clearing a medical test as per Mines Rules 1955. Fitness certificate must be issued by a Government Hospital medical officer of rank not less than an Assistant Civil Surgeon, and must be issued after the notification release date.
- Tie-breaking: In case of a tie in score, preference is given to the candidate born earlier. If still tied, the name appearing first in the English dictionary (Roman script) is preferred.
How to Apply for NCL Apprentice 2026 Recruitment
- Visit the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in if you are applying for Graduate or Diploma Apprentice positions, OR visit the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in if you are applying for ITI Trade Apprentice positions.
- Register yourself on the respective portal (NATS or NAPS) using a valid mobile number and email address to create an account and obtain an Enrolment ID / Registration Number.
- Log in to the portal and search for Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) apprentice vacancies under Notification No. NCL/HRD/CETI/2026-27/168.
- Select the discipline/trade for which you are eligible and fill in all required details including Date of Birth, Name as per Matriculation certificate, correspondence address, academic details, total marks scored and maximum marks, NATS/NAPS Enrolment ID.
- Upload a scanned colour photograph and signature in black ink as per the size specifications mentioned on the portal.
- Submit the online application before 15 June 2026. Only one application per candidate is allowed; multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
- Save and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference. Check the NCL official website at nclcil.in regularly for updates on merit list and document scrutiny schedule.
General Terms and Conditions
- Apprenticeship Training duration is one year from the date of engagement.
- Apprentices are eligible for 11 days Casual Leave and 15 days Medical Leave per year.
- Working hours are between 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Stipend will be paid directly into the AADHAAR-linked bank account as per the signed contract.
- No accommodation, food, lodging or transport will be provided during training.
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates called for document scrutiny.
- Apprenticeship Trainees will not be absorbed as permanent employees of NCL.
- Apprentices will be covered under the Workmen Compensation Act 1923 for accidents during training.
- The apprenticeship contract will be generated through NATS/NAPS portal and must be approved by BOAT-Western Region / RDSDE Bhopal.
- Any dispute will be subject to courts/tribunals of Singrauli, MP only.
- For any difficulty, contact HRD Department NCL at email: apprentice.ncl@coalindia.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total vacancy in NCL Apprentice 2026?
The total vacancy in NCL Apprentice 2026 is 1607 posts. This includes 241 Graduate Apprentice posts, 305 Diploma Apprentice posts, 906 ITI Trade Apprentice posts, and 155 Paramedical Apprentice posts across various disciplines.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for NCL Apprentice 2026?
The last date to apply online for NCL Apprentice 2026 is 15 June 2026. Applications must be submitted through the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) for Graduate and Diploma positions, and through the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for ITI Trade positions.
Q3. What is the application fee for NCL Apprentice 2026?
There is no application fee for NCL Apprentice 2026. All Category Fee is Rs. 0. Candidates can apply free of charge through the NATS or NAPS portal.
Q4. What is the monthly stipend for NCL Apprentice 2026?
The monthly stipend for NCL Apprentice 2026 varies by category. Graduate Apprentices receive Rs. 12,300 per month. Diploma Apprentices receive Rs. 10,900 per month. ITI Trade Apprentices receive Rs. 9,600 to Rs. 10,560 per month depending on trade. Paramedical Graduate Apprentices receive Rs. 13,700 per month and Paramedical Diploma Apprentices receive Rs. 12,700 per month.
Q5. What is the age limit for NCL Apprentice 2026?
The age limit for NCL Apprentice 2026 is minimum 18 years and maximum 26 years as on the cut-off date 01 June 2026. That means the candidate should have been born between 01/06/2000 and 01/06/2008. Age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Q6. Which portal should I use to apply for NCL Apprentice 2026?
For Graduate and Diploma Apprentice positions, candidates must enroll and apply on the NATS (National Apprentice Training Scheme) portal at nats.education.gov.in. For ITI Trade Apprentice positions, candidates must enroll and apply on the NAPS (National Apprentice Promotion Scheme) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
Q7. Will NCL Apprentice 2026 trainees be absorbed as permanent employees?
No. NCL clearly states that Apprenticeship Trainees shall not be absorbed as employees of NCL in any case whatsoever. Apprenticeship Training is purely temporary and statutory in nature under the Apprentices Act 1961. Candidates must not raise any claim for regular employment in NCL.
Q8. What is the selection process for NCL Apprentice 2026?
Selection for NCL Apprentice 2026 is merit-based. For Graduate and Diploma disciplines, merit is drawn on the basis of marks scored in the qualifying graduation or diploma examination. For ITI Trade disciplines, merit is drawn on the basis of average of passing percentage in Matriculation and the National/State Trade Certificate. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document scrutiny and medical fitness test.
Official Links
- NCL Official Website: nclcil.in
- NATS Portal (Graduate/Diploma): nats.education.gov.in
- NAPS Portal (ITI Trade): apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
Source
This article is based on the official notification NCL/HRD/CETI/2026-27/168 dated 25 May 2026 released by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. For complete and authoritative information, candidates must read the official notification PDF available at nclcil.in before applying.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is for informational purposes only and is sourced from the official NCL notification. VacancyPage.com is not responsible for any errors or changes. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official NCL website and NATS/NAPS portals before submitting their application.
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