ERTL (East) Recruitment 2026 OUT For 10 Apply Online Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice Posts
An official recruitment advertisement (Advt. Notification No. Apprentice/2026/01) has been released by Electronics Regional Test Laboratory (East), Kolkata (ERTL East) to engage Graduate and Diploma Apprentices. ERTL East is a premier laboratory under the STQC Directorate, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. The apprenticeship training covers 2026-2027 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. There are 10 vacancies: Graduate Apprentice (Engineering - 07), Graduate Apprentice (General Stream - 01), and Diploma Apprentice (Engineering - 02). Candidates can apply if they completed B.E. / B.Tech, B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A., or a 3-year Engineering Diploma with at least 60% marks in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. Submit applications online through the NATS 2.0 portal on or before 15 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 14 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Application (NATS Portal) | 15 November 2026 |
| Personal Interview (PI) Date | To be notified via email / NATS portal |
| Commencement of Training | 2026-2027 Session |
Application Fee
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
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| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
| Female Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years (as on application cut-off date). |
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Training Period & Monthly Stipend
| Training Duration | 12 Months (01 Year) from the date of execution of the Apprenticeship Contract. |
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| Graduate Apprentice Monthly Stipend | Rs. 12,300/- per month. |
| Diploma Apprentice Monthly Stipend | Rs. 10,900/- per month. |
| Stipend Disbursement | 50% paid by ERTL (East) and 50% paid by BoPT through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). |
| Place of Training | DN-63, Sector V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700091. |
ERTL East Kolkata Apprentice Vacancy 2026: Total 10 Posts
| Category / Discipline | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend | Essential Educational Qualification |
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| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering / Technology) | 07 | Rs. 12,300/- | 4-year full-time B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Mechanical Engineering from an AICTE/UGC recognized University/Institution with min 60% marks (Passing Year: 2022-2026). |
| Graduate Apprentice (General Stream) | 01 | Rs. 12,300/- | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Science (B.Sc.) / Commerce (B.Com.) / Arts (B.A.) from a recognized University/Institution with min 60% marks (Passing Year: 2022-2026). |
| Diploma Apprentice (Engineering / Technology) | 02 | Rs. 10,900/- | 3-year full-time Diploma in Engineering / Technology in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Mechanical Engineering from a State Board of Technical Education / AICTE recognized Institution with min 60% marks (Passing Year: 2022-2026). |
| Total Vacancies | 10 Posts | - | Training Period: 01 Year at ERTL (East), Salt Lake, Kolkata |
Selection Process & General Instructions
| Shortlisting for Interview | Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interview (PI) in the ratio of up to 1:5 against the respective vacancies, based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying degree/diploma. |
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| Reservation Norms | Applicable as per the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and Government of India instructions for SC, ST, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. |
| No Employment Obligation | On completion of the 1-year apprenticeship contract, the contract shall automatically cease. There is no obligation on the part of ERTL (East) / STQC / MeitY to offer regular employment. |
| Accommodation | No hostel or accommodation facility will be provided by STQC / ERTL (East); selected candidates must make their own arrangements. |
| No TA/DA | No travel allowance or daily allowance will be paid for attending the Personal Interview. |
How to Apply Online via NATS Portal for ERTL East Apprentice 2026
- Open nats.education.gov.in, the official portal for National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0).
- New users must register as students on NATS. Verify your email and Aadhaar, then generate a 12-digit NATS Student Enrollment ID.
- Already registered users can use their NATS Student ID / Registered Email and Password to log in.
- Open the section named Establishment Search / Apply for Apprenticeship.
- Find the establishment using “ERTL (East), Kolkata” or “Electronics Regional Test Laboratory (East)” in the search.
- Choose a vacancy that matches your discipline and qualification: Graduate Apprentice - Engg, Graduate Apprentice - Non-Engg, or Diploma Apprentice.
- Use Apply to submit the application before the last date, 15 November 2026.
- Save a copy after submitting your application. Regularly check your registered email for the notice about the interview shortlist.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit the online application, check the official notification for full details of eligibility, education qualification, age limits, fee rules and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for ERTL (East) Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 14 October 2026; Last Date for Online Application (NATS Portal): 15 November 2026; Personal Interview (PI) Date: To be notified via email / NATS portal; Commencement of Training: 2026-2027 Session.
What is the application fee for ERTL (East) Recruitment 2026?
General / EWS / OBC Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); Female Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil).
What is the age limit for ERTL (East) Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age: 18 Years (as on application cut-off date).
What is the official website for ERTL (East) Recruitment 2026?
The official website is nats.education.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.