NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1607 Graduate, Diploma, Trade & Paramedical Apprentice Posts. Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh (A Subsidiary of Coal India Limited) has officially released the NCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27 notification (Advertisement No. NCL/HRD/CETI/2026-27/168) to engage 1607 Apprentices in Graduate, Diploma, ITI Trade and Paramedical disciplines. This is one of the largest Apprenticeship opportunities in Coal India subsidiaries in 2026 for fresh pass-out candidates.
Online applications opened on 01 June 2026 and the last date to apply online is 15 June 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through NATS Portal (for Graduate/Diploma) and NAPS Portal (for Trade/ITI/Paramedical).
NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Names | Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, Trade (ITI) Apprentice & Paramedical Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1607 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18-26 years (as on 01.06.2026) |
| Stipend | ₹9,600 – ₹13,700 per month (category-wise) |
| Qualification | Graduate Degree / Diploma / ITI (Full-time Regular) from UP/MP Institutes |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee for all categories) |
| Selection Process | Merit List + Document Scrutiny + Medical Examination |
| Training Location | NCL Mines & Establishments, Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 June 2026 |
✅ NCL Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026-27
A. Graduate Apprentices (Total 241 Posts)
| Discipline | No of Posts | Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech (Electrical, Mechanical, CSE, Mining, Electronics, Civil, IT) + B.Com, BA, LLB, BCA | 241 | ₹12,300/- |
B. Diploma Apprentices (Total 305 Posts)
| Discipline | No of Posts | Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Mining, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Electronics, Computer/IT, Survey, Environmental, Office Management etc. | 305 | ₹10,900/- |
C. Trade Apprentices (ITI) (Total 906 Posts)
| Trade | No of Posts | Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Auto Electrician, COPA, Diesel Mechanic, Motor Mechanic etc. | 906 | ₹9,600 – ₹10,560/- |
D. Paramedical Apprentices (Total 155 Posts)
| Discipline | No of Posts | Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| BPT, Nursing, Ayurveda, Optometry, Yoga, Dietetics, DMLT, Pharmacy, GNM, X-Ray, ECG, Ophthalmic etc. | 155 | ₹12,700 – ₹13,700/- |
✅ NCL Apprentice 2026-27 Stipend / Pay
- Graduate Apprentices: ₹12,300 per month
- Diploma Apprentices: ₹10,900 per month
- Trade (ITI) Apprentices: ₹9,600 – ₹10,560 per month
- Paramedical Graduate: ₹13,700 per month
- Paramedical Diploma: ₹12,700 per month
Stipend is paid directly into Aadhaar-linked bank account. Training duration is One Year as per Apprentice Act 1961.
✅ NCL Apprentice 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.06.2026): 18-26 years (born between 01.06.2000 to 01.06.2008). Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 yrs, OBC(NCL) – 3 yrs, PwBD – 10/13/15 yrs.
Educational Qualification:
- Full-time regular Degree/Diploma/ITI from recognized Institute/University functional in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh only
- Qualification should NOT have been passed before June 2022
- No prior Apprenticeship training, no 1+ year job experience, no higher qualification allowed
- Valid registration for Paramedical disciplines
✅ NCL Apprentice 2026-27 Selection Process
- Merit List Preparation (based on marks in qualifying exam / average of 10th + ITI)
- Document Scrutiny (original certificates verification)
- Medical Examination (as per Mines Rules 1955)
✅ Important Dates for NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
| Notification Date | 25 May 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 15 June 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility | 01 June 2026 |
| Tentative Merit List | 20 June 2026 |
| Document Scrutiny & Joining | To be intimated via email / portal |
✅ Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD) | Nil |
No application fee. Apply only through official NATS / NAPS portals.
✅ How to Apply for NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
- Visit NATS Portal (Graduate/Diploma) https://nats.education.gov.in or NAPS Portal (Trade/ITI) https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Complete enrolment and generate Enrolment ID
- Login and apply for NCL positions only
- Fill academic, category and personal details correctly
- Upload photo, signature and required certificates
- Submit the application and take printout / save PDF
- Apply for only ONE discipline (multiple applications will be rejected)
✅ Important Links
| NCL Apprentice 2026-27 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online (Graduate & Diploma) – NATS | Apply NATS |
| Apply Online (Trade/ITI/Paramedical) – NAPS | Apply NAPS |
| NCL Official Website | www.nclcil.in |
| All Apprentice / PSU Jobs 2026 | View All Apprentice Jobs |
✅ NCL Apprentice 2026-27 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A1. Total 1607 vacancies have been announced across Graduate, Diploma, ITI Trade and Paramedical disciplines.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for NCL Apprentice 2026-27?
A2. The last date to apply online is 15 June 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
A3. Full-time regular Degree / Diploma / ITI from institutes in UP or MP only. Qualification must not be passed before June 2022.
Q4. What is the monthly stipend in NCL Apprentice?
A4. Stipend ranges from ₹9,600 to ₹13,700 per month depending on the category (Graduate/Diploma/Trade/Paramedical).
Q5. What is the selection process for NCL Apprentice 2026?
A5. Purely merit-based → Document Scrutiny → Medical Examination. No written exam.
Q6. Is there any application fee?
A6. No application fee for any category.