The total number of training slots available is 575 which includes 357 positions for Graduate Apprentices and 218 for Technician Apprentices. Each training program spans a duration of one year, or 12 months across all disciplines.

Eligibility Criteria:

Graduate Apprentices (Category I): Candidates must possess a full-time degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized statutory university or an institution authorized by an Act of Parliament, or an equivalent qualification acknowledged by the State or Central Government.

Technician Apprentices (Category II): Applicants are required to hold a full-time diploma in Engineering or Technology from a State Council or Board of Technical Education, a university, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the State or Central Government.

Stipend Details:

The training program spans one year (12 months) across all disciplines offering a monthly stipend of ₹15,028 for Graduate Apprentices, which includes ₹4,500 funded by the Government through the DBT scheme. Technician Apprentices  the stipend is ₹12,524, with ₹4,000 provided by the Government under the same scheme. It is important to note that completing the training does not ensure any temporary or permanent employment with NLCIL.

Geographical Eligibility:

Candidates must be residents of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, or the Union Territories of Pondicherry to be eligible. It is essential that applicants have not previously participated in or are currently engaged in apprenticeship training at NLCIL or any other organization.

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Selection Process:

1. The selection process is based on merit by the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying Degree or Diploma.
2. The calculation of marks follows the specific method established by the respective university or institution.
3. For candidates awarded grades or CGPA, the percentage equivalence is obtained by multiplying the CGPA by 10. In cases where marks are provided on a semester basis, the average from the second year to the final year is considered, while for year-wise marks, the same averaging method applies.
4. In the event of a tie at the cut-off, preference will be given to older candidates based on their date of birth. It is important to note that any exaggeration of marks will result in disqualification.

How to Apply:

Applications are online-only, followed by submission of hard copies.

1. Visit Official Website > Careers > Trainees & Apprentices.
2. Online Application link (Graduate & Technician apprentices)” under Advt. No. L&DC/04A/2025. 
3. Fill the application form print the registration form and sign it.
4. Submit the signed form with self-attested copies of documents by post or in person to:

Office of The General Manager,

Learning and Development Centre,

Block-20, NLC India Limited, Neyveli – 607 803.

Deadline: 09-01-2026 (5:00 PM).

Required Documents (Self-Attested Copies):

1. Signed printout of the online application.
2. Degree/Diploma Certificates or Provisional Certificate.
3. Consolidated or Semester wise Mark Sheet(s) in chronological order
4. University/Institute document showing percentage calculation method (downloadable format available).
5. SSLC (10th) and HSC (12th) mark sheets.
6. Transfer Certificate.
7. Community Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
8. Ration Card or Voter ID Card.
9. Aadhaar Card.
10. Proof for Person with Disability (PwBD, if applicable).
11. Proof for wards of Ex-Serviceman
12. Format showing method of arrival of percentage of marks in case of Engineering Graduate / Diploma (can be downloaded).

Important Dates:

Closing of Online Registration: 02-01-2026 at 5:00 PM

Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy of Online Application: 09-01-2026 by 5:00 PM

Date of Display of Candidates Called for Certificate Verification: 17-01-2026

Dates of Certificate Verification: 21-01-2026 to 23-01-2026

Date of Display of Provisionally Selected Candidates: 04-02-2026

Reporting / Joining of Candidates:

• Graduate Apprentices (GAT): 10-02-2026
• Technician Apprentices (TAT): 16-02-2026

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