NLC India Limited has announced 1,067 apprenticeship training vacancies under Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026. The recruitment includes 700 ITI Trade Apprentice and 367 Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice training slots at Neyveli and the Regional Office, Chennai.
Eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry can apply online from 21 October to 9 November 2026. The monthly stipend ranges from ₹12,000 to ₹16,678, depending on the apprenticeship category.
IMPORTANT ELIGIBILITY: Candidates must meet the prescribed ITI or degree requirements. Graduate applicants must have passed their qualifying examination between 2022 and 2026. Previous or ongoing NAPS/NATS apprenticeship training or PM internship participation may make candidates ineligible under the notification.
Note: These are apprenticeship training opportunities, not permanent government jobs. The training period is 12 months, and completion does not guarantee employment at NLC India.
NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | NLC India Limited (NLCIL) |
| Post Names | ITI Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1,067 |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years as on 31 October 2026 |
| Qualification | Relevant ITI or regular full-time Bachelor’s degree |
| Application Fee | Check the official notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹12,000–₹16,678 |
| Experience | Not specified as a requirement |
| Eligibility | Candidates from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry meeting the prescribed conditions |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Job/Training Location | Neyveli and Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Vacancy Details
| Apprenticeship Category | Vacancies |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | 700 |
| Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice | 367 |
| Total | 1,067 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 21 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 9 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| ITI Trade Selection List (Tentative) | 23 November 2026 |
| Graduate Selection List (Tentative) | 25 November 2026 |
Candidates should check the official website for updates to the tentative selection and joining schedule.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
ITI Trade Apprentice
- ITI qualification in the relevant trade from a recognised institute.
Graduate Apprentice
- Regular full-time Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from a UGC-approved university.
- Eligible disciplines include B.Com, BBA, B.Sc. Computer Science, BCA, B.Sc. Geology, Microbiology, Chemistry, B.Pharm and B.Sc. Nursing, as specified in the notification.
- Graduates must have passed their qualifying examination during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years as on 31 October 2026.
- The notification does not specify a separate maximum age limit.
Other Conditions
- Candidates must hail from Tamil Nadu or Puducherry.
- Applicants who have already completed or are currently undergoing NAPS/NATS apprenticeship training or the PM internship scheme may be ineligible under the notification.
- Candidates must provide the required educational, identity, residence and category certificates, where applicable.
Stipend
- ITI Trade Apprentices: ₹12,000 per month
- Graduate Apprentices in most listed disciplines: ₹14,174 per month
- Graduate Pharmacy and Nursing Apprentices: ₹16,678 per month
The stipend applies during the 12-month training period. It is not a regular employee salary.
How to Apply for NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NLC India apprenticeship application portal.
- Open the application for Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026.
- Register and enter your personal and educational details.
- Select the appropriate apprenticeship category and discipline.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Review the application and submit it before the deadline.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
Candidates should read the official notification before applying. It contains the trade-wise vacancies, qualifications, stipend details, eligibility conditions, selection rules and document requirements.
| Link | Details |
| Official Apply Online Link | Apply for NLC India Apprenticeship 2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | Download NLC India Recruitment Notification |
| Official Website | Visit NLC India |
Application deadline: 9 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Apply only after checking that you meet the eligibility conditions.
FAQs – NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 1,067 training slots, including 700 ITI and 367 Graduate Apprentice posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 9 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q3. What qualifications are required?
Candidates need a relevant ITI qualification or a prescribed regular full-time Bachelor’s degree, depending on the apprenticeship category.
Q4. What is the monthly stipend?
The stipend ranges from ₹12,000 to ₹16,678.
Q5. Is experience required?
The provided eligibility details do not specify a separate work-experience requirement. Candidates must meet the prescribed educational and other eligibility conditions.
Q6. Is there a written examination?
Selection is based on marks in the relevant qualifying examination, according to the notification.
Q7. Is this a permanent government job?
No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship training programme and does not guarantee permanent employment.
Q8. Who can apply?
Eligible candidates hailing from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry can apply, subject to the official notification’s conditions.