NPCIL Narora Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 80 Trade, Diploma & Graduate Seats
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has invited online applications for 80 apprentice seats at the Narora Atomic Power Station in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. There are 50 Trade (ITI), 16 Diploma and 14 Graduate seats. Applications are open from 29 October 2026 (10 AM) to 18 November 2026 (4 PM), and you must register on the national apprenticeship portal before you apply.
About Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Narora Atomic Power Station
NPCIL is a public sector enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy that designs, builds and runs India's nuclear power reactors. The advertisement number is NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026. Apprentices are engaged under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 for a maximum of 12 months. This is training, not a job: NPCIL has no obligation to employ apprentices after training, and no hostel or transport is provided.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice – ITI Electrician | 25 |
| Trade Apprentice – ITI Fitter | 16 |
| Trade Apprentice – ITI Electronics Mechanic | 9 |
| Diploma Apprentice – Mechanical | 5 |
| Diploma Apprentice – Electrical | 3 |
| Diploma Apprentice – Electronics | 2 |
| Diploma Apprentice – Civil | 6 |
| Graduate Apprentice – Mechanical | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice – Electrical | 3 |
| Graduate Apprentice – Human Resource | 3 |
| Graduate Apprentice – Finance & Accounts | 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice – Contract & Material Management | 2 |
Eligibility
Trade Apprentices need a full-time ITI pass certificate in Electrician, Fitter or Electronics Mechanic. Diploma Apprentices need a full-time diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Civil engineering. Graduate Apprentices in Mechanical or Electrical need an engineering degree; the HR, Finance & Accounts and Contract & Material Management seats are for general graduates such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com or BBA. Diploma and graduate candidates must have passed within 5 years of 18 November 2026. Anyone who has done, or is doing, an apprenticeship under the Act is not eligible.
Age is counted on 18 November 2026: 18-24 years for Trade, 18-25 for Diploma and 18-26 for Graduate Apprentices. The upper limit is relaxed by up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL) and 10 years for PwBD (General/EWS), 15 years for SC/ST PwBD and 13 years for OBC PwBD.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 29 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 November 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Age and Qualification Counted On | 18 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| All candidates | No fee mentioned in the notification |
Salary / Stipend
| Pay | Stipend: Trade Rs 10,560/month (1-year ITI) or Rs 11,040/month (2-year ITI); Diploma Rs 10,900/month; Graduate Rs 12,300/month |
The monthly stipend is Rs 10,560 for Trade Apprentices with a one-year ITI course and Rs 11,040 with a two-year ITI course, Rs 10,900 for Diploma Apprentices and Rs 12,300 for Graduate Apprentices, for up to 12 months.
Selection Process
Selection is on merit, using the percentage of marks in your trade or discipline. First preference goes to eligible candidates living within 16 km of the Narora plant; candidates from outside are considered if enough local candidates are not found. In a tie, the older candidate ranks higher, then the higher Class 10 percentage. Before engagement you need document verification, medical fitness and a Police Verification Certificate, because the plant is a protected area.
How to Apply
Trade Apprentices first register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in), and Diploma and Graduate Apprentices on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). Then fill the online form on the NPCIL careers site using the apply link below, and submit before 4 PM on 18 November 2026. Apply under the correct establishment ID, keep your e-mail and mobile number active, and keep proof of address ready if you live within 16 km of the plant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for NPCIL Narora Apprentice 2026?
18 November 2026, 4:00 PM.
How many seats are there?
80: 50 Trade (ITI Electrician 25, Fitter 16, Electronics Mechanic 9), 16 Diploma and 14 Graduate.
What is the stipend?
Rs 10,560 or Rs 11,040 for Trade (1- or 2-year ITI), Rs 10,900 for Diploma and Rs 12,300 for Graduate, per month.
What is the age limit?
18-24 for Trade, 18-25 for Diploma and 18-26 for Graduate, as on 18 November 2026, with category relaxation.
Is there an application fee?
The advertisement does not mention any fee.