NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 in the Northern Coalfields Limited, 1607 Posts Notification OUT, Apply Online

NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: According to the official notification issued by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), applications have been invited for engagement of Graduate, Diploma, Trade Apprentice, and Paramedical Apprentice Trainees for a period of one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the FY 2026-27. A total of 1607 apprentice opportunities have been announced across various disciplines. The online application process will begin on 01 June 2026, and interested candidates can submit their applications through the NATS or NAPS portal until 15 June 2026. The merit list of shortlisted candidates is scheduled to be released on 20 June 2026.

Candidates who have completed the required Degree, Diploma, ITI Trade, or Paramedical qualification from recognized institutions located in Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh are eligible to apply, subject to fulfillment of all eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification.

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NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Application Fees

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Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification

Age Limit: The age limit to apply for this recruitment is 18 to 26 years as on 01 June 2026. Candidates should have been born between 01 June 2000 and 01 June 2008. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is available for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and additional relaxation is applicable for PwBD candidates as per the notification.

NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on merit prepared from marks obtained in the qualifying examination as prescribed in the notification.

• Online Application Submission
• Preparation of Merit List
• Document Verification/ Scrutiny
• Medical Fitness Test
• Final Engagement as Apprentice Trainee

How to Apply For NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates should register on the applicable apprenticeship portal and submit their online application within the prescribed dates. Paper applications will not be accepted.

• Visit the NATS portal for Graduate and Diploma Apprentice positions.
• Visit the NAPS portal for Trade Apprentice positions.
• Complete the registration process and obtain the Enrollment ID.
• Fill in all required personal, academic, and communication details.
• Upload the required scanned photograph and signature.
• Submit the application online before the last date.
• Save and print the submitted application form for future reference.

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