IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 OUT - Apply Online 130 Posts
IREL (India) Limited, functioning as a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), has published an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. CO/HRM/36/2026). The drive aims to fill 131 regular openings for the role of Tradesman Trainee across centers like OSCOM (Odisha), Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), RED Aluva (Kerala), REPM (Visakhapatnam), and RETTP (Bhopal). Opportunities cover trades such as Fitter (93 Posts), Electrician (12 Posts), Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (20 Posts), and Instrumentation (06 Posts). Applicants possessing an ITI / NAC in the respective trade or 10+2 (Science with Chemistry) alongside 2 years of relevant experience can submit their application form at irel.co.in starting from 19 October 2026 until 09 November 2026. Review all requirements, trade breakdown, training stipend, CBT format, and step-by-step application instructions below.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 16 October 2026 |
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| Online Registration Start Date | 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 09 November 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 09 November 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) Date | To be announced soon |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before Examination |
Application Fee
| General (UR) / EWS / OBC (NCL) Candidates | Rs. 826/- (Application Fee: Rs. 472/- + Processing Fee: Rs. 354/-) |
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| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women / Internal Candidates | Rs. 354/- (Application Fee Exempted; Processing Fee Only) |
| Payment Mode | Online Only via Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, Wallets, or UPI. |
| (All fees are inclusive of 18% GST and are non-refundable) | |
Age Limit (as on 09/11/2026)
| Upper Age Limit | 35 Years (for General / UR candidates). |
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| Age Relaxation | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 03 Years (Up to 38 Years) SC / ST Candidates: 05 Years (Up to 40 Years) PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 Years (as per category) Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service + 3 Years IREL Internal Candidates: 10 Years Maximum age limit after all relaxations shall not exceed 50 years. |
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
| Stage 1 - Written Test (CBT) | Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes) | Total: 150 Questions (150 Marks). Section-I (100 Marks): Professional Knowledge in the relevant trade/discipline. Section-II (50 Marks): General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and English. Negative Marking: NO Negative Marking for incorrect answers. Qualifying Marks: 50% in each section for UR/EWS and 45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL. |
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| Stage 2 - Skill Test (Trade Test) | Shortlisted candidates in 1:5 ratio will be called for Skill Test (Qualifying in nature only). |
| Final Selection | Based strictly on marks obtained in the CBT test among candidates qualifying the Skill Test. |
Salary / Stipend & Pay Scale Details
| During 1-Year Training Period | Consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 34,200/- per month + HRA (on Rs. 22,000/- base if company accommodation not provided) + Medical facilities. |
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| Upon Absorption into Regular Service | Appointed in W-3 Grade as ‘Tradesman’ in the Pay Scale of ₹ 22,000 - 88,000/-. |
| Annual CTC | Approximately Rs. 6.5 Lakhs per annum upon regular appointment (calculated with 20% HRA in Y-class city). |
| Additional Benefits | Industrial DA, HRA, Medical facilities for self & dependents, PF, Gratuity, Contributory Pension, Uniform, Incentives, and Post-superannuation benefits. |
IREL (India) Limited: Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| S. No. | Post Name | Total Posts | Unit-wise Distribution | Educational Qualification & Experience |
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| 1 | Tradesman Trainee (Fitter) | 93 | OSCOM-32, Chavara-26, MK-20, RED Aluva-13, REPM-1, RETTP-1 | Passed ITI / NAC in Fitter trade + Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in Fitter trade in a reputed industrial establishment (including Apprenticeship training). |
| 2 | Tradesman Trainee (Electrician) | 12 | OSCOM-4, Chavara-3, MK-4, RED Aluva-1 | Passed ITI / NAC in Electrician trade with valid statutory wireman/electrical licence + Minimum 2 years’ relevant trade experience (including Apprenticeship). |
| 3 | Tradesman Trainee (Instrumentation) | 06 | OSCOM-4, REPM-1, RETTP-1 | Passed ITI / NAC in Instrumentation trade + Minimum 2 years’ relevant trade experience in an industrial establishment (including Apprenticeship). |
| 4 | Tradesman Trainee (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant - AOCP) | 20 | Chavara-4, RED Aluva-11, REPM-3, RETTP-2 | Passed ITI / NAC in Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) OR 10+2 (Intermediate Science) with Chemistry and minimum 50% marks + 2 years’ chemical process plant experience. |
| Total Vacancies | 131 Posts | |||
How to Apply Online for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official portal of IREL (India) Limited by visiting www.irel.co.in.
- Head to the section Careers > HR & Careers > Recruitment of Tradesman Trainees (Advt. No. CO/HRM/36/2026).
- Select “Click here to Register” to execute Step-I registration with your primary information, mobile number, and email ID, followed by OTP verification.
- Use your Application Sequence Number and Password to login, then fill out personal, educational, and work history information.
- Crucial note: Candidates can apply for only one (01) post/trade and at only one (01) unit/location.
- Attach scanned copies of all required files: a recent passport-size colour photograph featuring a white background (100 KB to 200 KB), signature in black ink over white paper (80 KB to 150 KB), Class 10th / Matriculation Certificate to verify Date of Birth, ITI / NAC / 10+2 Science Passing Certificate along with Mark Sheets, relevant post-qualification experience proofs or Apprenticeship completion certificates, plus Caste / EWS / Disability / Discharge Certificate wherever applicable.
- Carefully review the entire application preview prior to pressing “Submit”.
- Submit the prescribed application and processing fee through the integrated online payment portal.
- Save and print the finished application form along with your payment receipt for future reference (no hard copies have to be delivered to IREL by post).
- Every candidate must submit the application form on or before the final cutoff: 09 November 2026 (06:00 PM).
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Before Applying
Ensure you examine the official notification thoroughly for detailed age limits, educational qualifications, fee terms, and eligibility conditions before applying online.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 16 October 2026; Online Registration Start Date: 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM); Last Date for Online Application Submission: 09 November 2026 (06:00 PM); Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 09 November 2026.
How many posts are there in IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Total Vacancies: 131 Posts.
What is the application fee for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
General (UR) / EWS / OBC (NCL) Candidates: Rs. 826/- (Application Fee: Rs. 472/- + Processing Fee: Rs. 354/-); SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women / Internal Candidates: Rs. 354/- (Application Fee Exempted; Processing Fee Only); Payment Mode: Online Only via Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, Wallets, or UPI.
What is the official website for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The official website is www.irel.co.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.