IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 12 Graduate, Tech & Trade Posts
Official notification No. IREL(India) Limited/Chavara/Intermediate Engagement of Apprentices/2026-27 has been issued by IREL (India) Limited, Chavara Unit, Kollam, Kerala, operating under the Department of Atomic Energy. This recruitment seeks 12 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for Trade Apprentices (Fitter, Welder, AAO-P), Graduate Apprentices (Mechanical), Technician Apprentices (Mechanical), and General Stream Apprentices (Executive). Individuals with ITI, Diploma, B.E./B.Tech, M.Sc (Chemistry), BBA (Finance), or B.Com credentials must enrol via the NAPS/NATS portal and deliver their hard copy application form by post by 31 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 12 October 2026 |
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| Application Start Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy Application | 31 October 2026 |
| Document Verification Date | To be communicated via Email |
Application Fee
- Candidates do not have to pay any application fee to apply for this IREL Apprenticeship Training.
Age Limit (as on 31/10/2026)
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit | 25 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Up to 05 Years for SC/ST, up to 03 Years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 Years for PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules. |
Stipend & Selection Process
| Monthly Stipend | Payable as prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and notified by the Government from time to time. |
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| Selection Basis | Purely on Merit List based on percentage of marks scored in the qualifying examination, subject to Document Verification, Medical Fitness, and Police Verification. |
| Establishment Registration No. | E08153200007 |
IREL Chavara Apprentice: Vacancy Details
| Designated Trade / Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice - Fitter | 05 |
| Trade Apprentice - Welder | 01 |
| Trade Apprentice - AAO(P) | 01 |
| Graduate Apprentice - Mechanical | 01 |
| Technician Apprentice - Mechanical | 02 |
| General Stream Apprentice - Executive | 02 |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Trade Apprentice - Fitter (05 Posts) | Passed ITI in Fitter Trade from a recognized institute | Training Period: 1 Year. |
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| Trade Apprentice - Welder (01 Post) | Passed ITI in Welder Trade from a recognized institute | Training Period: 1 Year. |
| Trade Apprentice - AAO(P) (01 Post) | M.Sc in Chemistry from a recognized University | Training Period: 1.5 Years. |
| Graduate Apprentice - Mechanical (01 Post) | B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University | Training Period: 1 Year. |
| Technician Apprentice - Mechanical (02 Posts) | 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Board/Institute | Training Period: 1 Year. |
| General Stream Apprentice - Executive (02 Posts) | BBA (Finance) or B.Com from a recognized University | Training Period: 1 Year. |
| Important Note | Qualifications acquired through Distance Learning, Part-Time, or Correspondence mode will not be considered. Candidates possessing higher qualifications (M.E./M.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, Ph.D., etc., except M.Sc Chemistry for AAO-P) are not eligible to apply. |
How to Apply for IREL Chavara Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Step 1 (Online Portal Registration): Candidates interested in Trade Apprentices (ITI / AAO-P) should sign up online through the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Applicants for Graduate, Technician & General Stream Apprentices must register online on the NATS portal via nats.education.gov.in.
- Step 2 (Apply to Establishment): Once registered on the portal, locate and apply to IREL (India) Limited, Chavara by entering Establishment Registration No. E08153200007.
- Step 3 (Offline Hard Copy Submission): Obtain the official notification and print the provided Application Proforma (Annexure-A) using A4 size paper.
- Complete the application form, paste a recent passport-size photograph, and enclose self-attested photocopies of: 10th Pass / Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate showing age proof along with 10th / HSC Mark Sheet. Marks statements for each semester / year and the Pass Certificate for the relevant ITI / Diploma / Degree trade. Valid Caste / OBC (NCL) / EWS / PwBD Certificate formatted as prescribed (wherever applicable). Nativity Certificate as well as Land Affected / Mining Area / Ward of Employee Certificate (if seeking priority). Aadhaar Card alongside the Portal Registration printout.
- Write the following statement distinctly on top of the envelope: “APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICE AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL(India) Limited / Chavara/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27 dated 12-10-2026”.
- Mail the prepared application packet, preferably through Speed Post, to arrive no later than 31 October 2026 at: The DGM (HRM), IREL (India) Limited, Chavara, Kollam District, Kerala - 691583.
Important Links
Before Applying
Review the official notification carefully to confirm all conditions regarding eligibility criteria, age limits, educational qualifications, fee rules, and related guidelines prior to submitting your application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to submit the physical application for IREL Apprentice posts?
The hard copy application form, sent preferably by Speed Post, must reach the Chavara unit by 31 October 2026.
Is an application fee charged for this recruitment?
No, applicants do not have to pay any application fee to participate in IREL Apprenticeship Training.
Where should applicants register online before submitting the form?
Trade Apprentices must register on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, while Graduate, Technician, and General Stream candidates must enrol on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.