NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 1067 Posts, Apply by 09 November 2026
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Job Summary:
• Who: NLC India Limited (Navratna Government of India Enterprise)
• What: ITI Trade and Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentice — 1067 total vacancies
• When: Online form opens 21 October 2026, last date 09 November 2026
• Where: Tamil Nadu and Puducherry only
• Apply: Official Portal
NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Key Details
NLC India Limited has announced 1067 apprentice vacancies under Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026. The posts are split into ITI Trade Apprentices (700 posts), Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentices (325 posts), and Graduate Pharmacy & Nursing Apprentices (42 posts). You can apply online from 21 October 2026 until 09 November 2026. The selection is purely on merit, so your marks in the qualifying exam matter most.
Key Dates — NLC India Apprentice 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 21/10/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application (5:00 PM) | 09/11/2026 |
| Merit List Date (Trade/ITI) | 23/11/2026 |
| Merit List Date (Graduate) | 25/11/2026 |
Application Fees — NLC India Apprentice 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 0/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 0/- |
| PwBD / Female | Rs. 0/- |
Age Limit — NLC India Apprentice 2026
| Criteria | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | No Limit |
Vacancy Details and Eligibility — NLC India Apprentice 2026
| Category | Posts | Monthly Stipend | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade (ITI) Apprentices | 700 | Rs. 12,000 | Passed ITI in the respective trade from a recognized institute |
| Graduate (Non-Engineering) Apprentices | 325 | Rs. 14,174 | Regular full-time Bachelor's Degree (B.Com/BBA/B.Sc/BCA/B.Sc Geology/B.Sc Chemistry/B.Sc Micro Biology) from a UGC-approved university |
| Graduate Pharmacy & Nursing Apprentices | 42 | Rs. 16,678 | Regular full-time B.Pharm (Allopathy/Ayurveda) or B.Sc Nursing from a recognized university |
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Trade Wise Posts (ITI)
| Trade | Posts |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 125 |
| Turner | 45 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 110 |
| Electrician | 125 |
| Wireman | 110 |
| Welder | 120 |
| COPA | 30 |
| Stenographer | 20 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 5 |
| Mechanic (RAC) | 10 |
Graduate Discipline Wise Posts
| Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| B.Com (Commerce) | 70 |
| BBA (Business Administration) | 72 |
| B.Sc Computer Science | 93 |
| BCA (Computer Application) | 45 |
| B.Sc Geology | 14 |
| B.Sc Chemistry | 26 |
| B.Sc Micro Biology | 5 |
| B.Pharm (Allopathy/Ayurveda) | 6 |
| B.Sc Nursing | 36 |
Selection Process — NLC India Apprentice 2026
There is no written exam and no interview. Shortlisting is done purely on the basis of your percentage of marks in the qualifying ITI or Bachelor's Degree examination. Shortlisted candidates will then undergo document verification before final appointment.
Who Can Apply
Only candidates belonging to Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry are eligible to apply for this recruitment. You must meet the age limit (minimum 18 years) and hold the prescribed educational qualification for your chosen category. You can check other state-wise job opportunities using our UPSSSC tool.
How to Apply for NLC India Apprentice Online Form 2026
Visit the official NLC India Limited website at www.nlcindia.in and go to Careers → Trainees & Apprentices. Under Advertisement No. L&DC/04/2026, click on Apply Online (Trade and Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice). Enter your basic details along with an active mobile number and valid email ID. Fill your educational qualifications carefully.
Upload the following scanned documents in the specified formats and sizes: passport size colour photograph (JPEG, up to 50 KB), signature (JPEG, up to 50 KB), Transfer Certificate (up to 50 KB), identity proof (up to 250 KB), and merged educational marksheets/certificates (PDF/JPEG, up to 250 KB). Review everything on the preview screen and submit your form on or before 09 November 2026. Finally, print a clear copy of the submitted application form for document verification and joining.
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Frequently Asked Questions — NLC India Apprentice 2026
Q: When does the online application window close?
A: Applications close on 09 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q: How many total posts are available?
A: There are 1067 apprentice training slots in total (700 ITI Trade + 367 Graduate Non-Engineering).
Q: Is there any written test?
A: No. Selection is entirely on merit based on qualifying exam marks.
Q: Can candidates from other states apply?
A: No. Only Tamil Nadu and Puducherry candidates are eligible.
Q: What is the monthly stipend?
A: ITI apprentices get Rs. 12,000/month, Non-Engineering Graduate apprentices get Rs. 14,174/month, and Pharmacy/Nursing graduates get Rs. 16,678/month.
Important Links — NLC India Apprentice 2026
• Apply Online: Click Here
• Official Notification: Download PDF
• Official Website: Visit NLC India
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