NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Bacheli Complex Walk-in
NMDC Limited's Bailadila Iron Ore Mine (BIOM) at Bacheli Complex, Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, has invited applications for 180 Apprentice posts — 150 Trade Apprentices (ITI), 16 Graduate Apprentices (B.E./B.Tech), and 14 Technician Apprentices (Diploma) — under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. Notification number: BC/DGM(MIN.)/T,S&E/APPR-301-A/Vol-IX/2026-27/1471 dated 06 May 2026.
There is no written exam, no application form to fill online, and no application fee. Candidates walk in directly to NMDC's Training Institute at Bacheli on their trade/discipline's designated date, carrying originals and self-attested photocopies of all documents. Mandatory pre-registration on the government apprenticeship portal before attending is required.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Type | Trade / Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | COPA | 30 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Electrician | 30 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Mechanic (Diesel) | 25 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Fitter | 20 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Welder (Gas & Electrical) | 20 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 20 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Machinist | 5 |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | Mechanical Engineering | 6 |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | Electrical Engineering | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | Mining Engineering | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | Civil Engineering | 2 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Mechanical Engineering | 5 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Electrical Engineering | 3 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Mining Engineering | 2 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Modern Office Management | 4 |
| Total | 180 |
Walk-in Interview Schedule
| Date | Category & Trade / Discipline |
|---|---|
| 01 June 2026 | Trade Apprentice – COPA |
| 02 June 2026 | Trade Apprentice – Mechanic (Diesel) |
| 03 June 2026 | Trade Apprentice – Fitter |
| 04 June 2026 | Trade Apprentice – Electrician |
| 05 June 2026 | Trade Apprentice – Welder (Gas & Electrical) |
| 06 June 2026 | Trade Apprentice – Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) + Machinist |
| 08 June 2026 | Graduate + Technician – Mechanical Engineering |
| 09 June 2026 | Graduate + Technician – Electrical Engineering |
| 10 June 2026 | Graduate + Technician – Mining Engineering |
| 11 June 2026 | Graduate – Civil Engg. + Technician – Modern Office Management |
Venue: Training Institute, BIOM Bacheli Complex, Bacheli – 494553, Dantewada, Chhattisgarh.
Reporting time: Before 9:00 AM. Interview starts at 10:00 AM. No TA/DA paid.
Eligibility
| Apprentice Type | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | ITI in the relevant trade from a recognised institution |
| Graduate Apprentice | 4-year B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant engineering discipline |
| Technician Apprentice | 3-year Diploma in relevant Engineering / Modern Office Management |
Key exclusions: Candidates who completed their qualifying degree in 2022 or earlier are NOT eligible. Also ineligible: those who already completed apprenticeship elsewhere, or have 1+ year of industry experience in the relevant field.
Age Limit
Age limit is as per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 norms — minimum age 14 years. The notification does not specify an explicit upper age limit or category-wise relaxation table.
Pre-Registration (Mandatory Before Walk-in)
| Apprentice Type | Portal |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | www.apprenticeshipindia.org |
| Graduate & Technician Apprentice | https://nats.education.gov.in |
Registration on the relevant portal is mandatory before attending the walk-in. Bring the registration printout along with all original documents.
Documents to Carry
- Resume with passport-size photograph
- Date of Birth proof
- Aadhaar Card
- All educational mark sheets and certificates (ITI/Diploma/Degree)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Apprenticeship portal registration printout
- Originals + self-attested photocopies of all documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to fill an online form before the NMDC Bacheli walk-in?
No separate NMDC application form needs to be filled. However, you must register on the government apprenticeship portal (apprenticeshipindia.org for Trade apprentices, nats.education.gov.in for Graduate/Technician apprentices) before attending. Bring the portal registration printout to the walk-in.
Q: What is the stipend for NMDC apprentices?
The notification states stipend will be paid as per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 norms. NMDC as a PSU may pay higher than statutory minimums, but the exact amount is not stated in the notification. Verify current rates from apprenticeshipindia.org.
Q: Can 2022 passouts attend the NMDC Bacheli walk-in?
No. The notification explicitly states that candidates who completed their qualifying exam in 2022 or earlier are not eligible. This applies to all three categories (Trade, Graduate, and Technician apprentices).
Q: Is there any guarantee of employment after NMDC apprenticeship?
No. NMDC clearly states: "This scheme does not guarantee any employment on completion of apprenticeship training." It is purely a training engagement under the Apprenticeship Act.
Q: What documents must match on all certificates?
Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, and Date of Birth must match across all submitted documents. Mismatches can result in rejection at the walk-in.