ICAR – National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB), Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu has released the NRCB Apprentices Recruitment 2026 notification for 20 Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts.
Eligible candidates with qualifications in Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, Engineering and Computer Science disciplines can apply online through the NATS Portal from 27 August 2026 to 17 September 2026.
Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training and receive a monthly stipend of up to ₹12,300.
Important: No previous work experience is required. However, candidates must have passed their Degree/Diploma in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 and must complete NATS registration before applying.
NRCB Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | ICAR – National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB) |
| Post Names | Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 20 |
| Job Location | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Age Limit | Not specified in the notification |
| Qualification | Degree/Diploma in relevant discipline |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
| Application Mode | Online through NATS Portal |
| Salary/Stipend | ₹10,900 to ₹12,300 per month |
| Experience | No experience required |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Eligibility | Eligible Degree/Diploma holders passed during 2022–2026 |
Vacancy Details
- Graduate Apprentice: 18 Posts
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: 2 Posts
- Total: 20 Posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 27 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate Apprentice
Candidates should possess a regular full-time Degree in:
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Life Science
- Agriculture / Horticulture
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- BCA / Computer Science
Technician Apprentice
Candidates should possess a regular full-time Diploma in Agriculture or Horticulture.
Important Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates must have passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- NATS Portal registration is mandatory before applying.
- Selection will be based on merit (aggregate marks).
How to Apply for NRCB Apprentices Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NATS Portal.
- Complete your student registration if you are not already registered.
- Log in using your NATS credentials.
- Select “Apply against advertised vacancies”.
- Search for ICAR – National Research Centre for Banana.
- Select the relevant Apprentice vacancy and click Apply.
- Submit the application before 17 September 2026.
Important Links
| Important Link | Link |
| Apply Online (NATS Portal) | https://nats.education.gov.in/ |
| Official Notification PDF | https://nrcb.org.in/nrcbadmin/webfs/vacancy/apprentice_recruitment_tender_3108.pdf |
| Official Website | https://nrcb.org.in/ |
Official Apply Link
Candidates can apply online through the NATS Portal. NATS registration is compulsory before applying for the ICAR-NRCB Apprentice vacancy.
Apply Online: https://nats.education.gov.in/
Details PDF Link
Candidates should carefully read the official notification for discipline-wise vacancies, eligibility conditions, required documents and the complete application process.
Download Official Notification PDF:
https://nrcb.org.in/nrcbadmin/webfs/vacancy/apprentice_recruitment_tender_3108.pdf
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in NRCB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
A total of 20 Apprentice posts are available.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 17 September 2026.
Q3. What is the stipend for NRCB Apprentices?
Graduate Apprentices will receive ₹12,300 per month, while Technician Apprentices will receive ₹10,900 per month.
Q4. Is experience required?
No previous work experience is required.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on merit, considering aggregate marks in the qualifying Degree or Diploma examination.
Q6. What is the job location?
The apprenticeship training location is Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.