NMDC Steel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for 100 Posts

Posted on: December 29, 2025
Category: PSU Government jobs in India
Qualification: Diploma Government Jobs in India, ITI Government Jobs in India
Location: Chhattisgarh
Last date to apply: 15 Jan, 2026

NMDC Steel Limited (NSL), a Government of India undertaking under the Ministry of Steel, has issued a notification for a walk-in interview for engaging 100 Trade Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, for its 3.0 MTPA integrated steel plant in Nagarnar, Chhattisgarh. ITI qualified candidates can attend the walk-in interview on the dates in January 2026. It is one of the Latest PSU Jobs in India, where candidates can gain working knowledge in a state-of-the-art facility. Though no job is guaranteed, successful candidates can finish their training. The candidates would be chosen on the basis ofTrade Screening/Trade Test and the candidates would be paid a stipend based on a DGT guideline.

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of Posts
COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant)40
Welder20
Fitter (Mechanical)20
Electrician20
Total100

Eligibility Criteria

Trade NameEligibility Criteria
COPA
  • ITI completed in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) trade
  • 1-year regular program
  • Certificate from a recognized institute
Welder
  • ITI completed in Welder trade
  • 1-year regular program
  • Certificate from a recognized institute
Fitter (Mechanical)
  • ITI completed in Fitter trade
  • 2-year regular program
  • Certificate from a recognized institute
Electrician
  • ITI completed in Electrician trade
  • 2-year regular program
  • Certificate from a recognized institute

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: December 27, 2025
  • Walk-in Drive for COPA: January 12, 2026
  • Walk-in Drive for Welder: January 13, 2026
  • Walk-in Drive for Fitter: January 14, 2026
  • Walk-in Drive for Electrician: January 15, 2026

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: No upper age limit specified

Application Fee

  • No fee required

Application Mode

  • Walk-in Drive (prior registration on apprenticeship portal mandatory)

Pay Scale (Stipend)

  • Stipend: As per Directorate General of Training (DGT) Guidelines under Apprenticeship Rules

Selection Process

  • Screening applications for eligibility in conformity with the conditions articulated in the advertisement
  • Conduct of trade specific skill or screening test to examine technical knowledge and competency
  • Typing proficiency test for candidates seeking employment under the COPA trade, as applicable
  • Authentication of original documents and certificates provided by the candidates
  • Examination for physical fitness before engagement as Trade Apprentice

How to Apply for NMDC Steel Apprentice Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official website https://nmdcsteel.nmdc.co.in
  • Navigate to the “Career” section and locate the advertisement titled “WALK IN DRIVE FOR TRADE APPRENTICES AT NMDC STEEL LIMITED (NSL)”
  • Make sure you read the ad thoroughly to meet the requirements to apply.
  • Please register yourself as a candidate in the Apprenticeship Portal.
  • Fill up the online registration form correctly, providing personal and academic information.
  • A detailed resume needs to be prepared in the prescribed format and a passport-size photograph needs to be attached to the resume.
  • It should be ensured that all necessary documents are in readiness along with their photocopies which need to be attested
  • Attend trade test, typing test wherever applicable and other selection procedures as notified.
  • Go to the walk-in location as reported on the date and time indicated in the advertise.
  • Appear for the trade test, typing test (if applicable) and subsequent selection stages as notified.

FAQs

The candidates should possess the required ITI qualification in the relevant trade and should fulfill the norms as described under the Apprenticeship Act of 1961. Interested candidates should register on the Apprenticeship India website before attending the walk-in interview. Candidates who have completed apprenticeship training in the past are not eligible to apply.

The selection process is done either by a trade or screening test and the process is carried out during the walk-in interview process. There is also a typing test for some trades such as COPA. The short-listed candidates must undergo document verification and a medical test before the final selection process.

No, the training through the apprenticeship program does not provide a guarantee for a lifetime job in the organization, NMDC Steel Limited. The process is solely designed for skill enhancement and training, and the completion thereof does not result in any right for regular employment.

Important Links

Official Notificationwww.aavedan.co
Official Websitewww.nmdcsteel.nmdc.co.in
Apply Onlinewww.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

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Category

PSU

Qualification

Diploma, ITI

Location

Chhattisgarh

Last date to apply

15 Jan, 2026

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