NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna Company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released the official notification for engagement of Graduate, Diploma, Trade, and Paramedical Apprentices for the financial year 2026-27. A total of 1607 Apprentice vacancies have been announced across various disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online through the NATS or NAPS portal from 01 June 2026 to 15 June 2026. The apprenticeship training period will be one year.
The minimum age of candidates should be 18 years and the maximum age should be 26 years as on 01 June 2026. Candidates should be born between 01 June 2000 and 01 June 2008.
Age relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 Years
OBC (NCL): 3 Years
PwBD: 10 Years (additional relaxation as per rules)
NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on:
Merit List Preparation
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final Apprenticeship Contract Registration
NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Stipend
Category
Monthly Stipend
Graduate Apprentice
₹12,300
Diploma Apprentice
₹10,900
Trade Apprentice
₹9,600 – ₹10,560
Paramedical Graduate Apprentice
₹13,700
Paramedical Diploma Apprentice
₹12,700
How to Apply for NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates must first register on the appropriate apprenticeship portal:
Graduate & Diploma candidates: NATS Portal
Trade Apprentice candidates: NAPS Portal
After registration, candidates should complete the online application process by providing personal details, educational qualifications, photograph, signature, and registration number. Candidates must keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
