NLC India Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 1101 Trade & Graduate Apprentice Posts

Posted on: October 7, 2025
Category: PSU Government jobs in India
Qualification: Government Jobs for Graduates, ITI Government Jobs in India
Location: Tamil Nadu
Last date to apply: 21 Oct, 2025

Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Ltd. (NLC India Limited), a Navratna PSU, has released the NLC India Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025 to eligible Indian citizens of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Suitable applicants are invited to apply online for Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship Training. It is one of the best opportunities from PSU Government jobs in India. Ensure you are eligible, i.e., your educational qualifications, age limit and other documents are complete. Merit and scrutiny of original certificates will be used to shortlist.

Category Wise Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of Posts
Trade Apprenticeship
Fitter124
Turner45
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)120
Electrician174
Wireman119
Mechanic (Diesel)5
Plumber5
Stenographer20
Welder125
COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant)30
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning10
Moulder5
Carpenter5
Total Posts787
Graduate Apprenticeship
Pharmacy3
Commerce68
Computer Science89
Computer Application49
Business Administration47
Geology12
Chemistry11
Nursing34
Microbiology1
Total Posts314

Eligibility Criteria

CategoryEligibility Criteria
Trade
  • ITI (NTC/PNTC) in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
  • Minimum 18 years as of 01/04/2025.
  • No prior experience.
  • Indian citizens from Tamil Nadu/Puducherry.
  • Reservation as per Govt. norms (SC/ST/EWS/OBC-NCL, valid 01/04/2025 – 31/03/2026; BC/MBC not accepted).
Graduate
  • Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Commerce (B.Com), Computer Science (B.Sc. Comp. Sci.), Computer Application (B.C.A), Business Administration (B.B.A), Geology (B.Sc. Geology), Chemistry (B.Sc. Chemistry), Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing), Microbiology (B.Sc. Microbiology).
  • Passing years: 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025.
  • Minimum 18 years as of 01/04/2025 (born on/before 01/04/2007).
  • No prior experience.
  • Indian citizens from Tamil Nadu/Puducherry.
  • Reservation as per Govt. norms (SC/ST/EWS/OBC-NCL, valid 01/04/2025 – 31/03/2026; BC/MBC not accepted).

Important Dates

  • Online Application Start: October 6, 2025, 10:00 AM.
  • Online Application Close: October 21, 2025, 5:00 PM.
  • Hard Copy Submission Deadline: October 27, 2025, 5:00 PM.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 years as on 01/04/2025.
  • Maximum Age: Not mentioned in the notification.

Application Fee

  • No application fee mentioned.

Application Mode

  • Online application followed by submission of hard copy with supporting documents.

Pay Scale

  • Trade Apprenticeship: Rs. 10,019/- per month.
  • Graduate Apprenticeship: Rs. 12,524/- to Rs. 15,028/- per month (inclusive of Rs. 4,500/- under DBT scheme).

Training Duration

  • 12 Months for all categories.

Selection Process

  • Online applications at www.nlcindia.in from 06/10/2025 to 21/10/2025.
  • Forward signed application with documents on or before 27/10/2025 to Learning and Development Centre, Neyveli.
  • Shortlisted candidates undergo certificate verification from 17/11/2025 to 20/11/2025 (tentative).
  • Selection based on eligibility and document verification; no test or interview.
  • Selected list released on 03/12/2025 (tentative) on NLCIL website.
  • Shortlisted candidates join duty on 08/12/2025 (tentative).

How to Apply for NLC Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025

  • Visit the official NLCIL website at https://www.nlcindia.in
  • Go to the “Careers” and select “Trainees and Apprentices” > Advt. No. L&DC/03A/2025.
  • Click the “Apply Online” button for Trade/Non-Engineering Apprenticeship.
  • Register online from 06/10/2025, 10:00 AM to 21/10/2025, 5:00 PM.
  • Take a print of the filled application form and attach copies of the documents required.
  • Dispatch the signed application form with documents on or before 27/10/2025, 5:00 PM by post or through the Collection Box to Address: General Manager, Learning and Development Centre, NLC India Limited, Circle-20, Neyveli-607803.
  • Check the NLCIL website for the provisional panel list of candidates shortlisted for the verification of certificates on 10/11/2025.
  • Verification of certificates on 17/11/2025 to 20/11/2025 at the above address.
  • The names of shortlisted candidates will be intimated on 03/12/2025 and induction is scheduled on 08/12/2025.

FAQs

Shortlisted candidates must register online using the NLC India firm website, complete the application form and submit it within specified time limits. After submitting the application, the candidates must take a printout of the application and attach all the necessary documents and then send it to the specified address or place it in the box provided at the office.

Mainly selection will be on eligibility criteria and document verification submitted. Merit lists will be prepared based on performance at academics and qualification criteria. Shortlisted students will be called for original certificate verification. There is no separate written test or interview; final selection is guaranteed after all document verification is successful.

Trade Apprentices receive a stipend of Rs. 10,019/- per month and Graduate Apprentices receive Rs. 12,524/-or Rs. 15,028/- based on the discipline with a portion paid under the DBT scheme. Both Trade and Graduate Apprentices undergo training for 12 months, which provides practical experience and industry practice exposure in NLC India Limited.

Important Links

Official Notificationwww.aavedan.co
Official Websitewww.nlcindia.in
Apply Onlinewww.nlcindia.in

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Category

PSU

Qualification

Graduation, ITI

Location

Tamil Nadu

Last date to apply

21 Oct, 2025

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