The NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, has released its official notification for Apprenticeship Training 2025 under Advertisement No. L&DC/03A/2025. The company invites online applications for 1101 apprentice vacancies in both Trade and Graduate categories under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
This apprenticeship program offers an excellent opportunity for ITI pass-outs and recent graduates (2021–2025) to gain hands-on industrial training at NLC’s units in Neyveli and other new projects in Tamil Nadu. The online registration started on 6th October 2025 and will remain open till 21st October 2025, while the submission of printed application forms is due by 27th October 2025.
Overview – NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Feature Details Organisation NLC India Limited (NLCIL) Advertisement No. L&DC/03A/2025 Post Name Trade & Graduate Apprentices Total Vacancies 1101 Application Mode Online + Offline Submission Application Start Date 6th October 2025 Online Application Closing Date 21st October 2025 (5:00 PM) Last Date for Printed Form Submission 27th October 2025 (5:00 PM) Job Location Neyveli, Tamil Nadu Selection Process Merit List, Document Verification Official Website www.nlcindia.in
Vacancy Details – NLC Apprentice 2025 A. Trade Apprentice Vacancies Trade Total Slots Fitter 124 Turner 45 Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) 120 Electrician 174 Wireman 119 Mechanic (Diesel) 05 Plumber 05 Stenographer 20 Welder 125 COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) 30 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic 10 Moulder 05 Carpenter 05 Total (Trade Apprentices) 787
B. Graduate Apprentice Vacancies Discipline Total Slots Pharmacy (B.Pharm) 03 Commerce (B.Com) 68 Computer Science (B.Sc. Comp. Sci.) 89 Computer Application (B.C.A.) 49 Business Administration (B.B.A.) 47 Geology (B.Sc. Geology) 12 Chemistry (B.Sc. Chemistry) 11 Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) 34 Microbiology (B.Sc. Microbiology) 01 Total (Graduate Apprentices) 317
Grand Total: 1101 Apprentice Posts
Age Limit (as on 01 April 2025) Category Minimum Age Remarks Trade Apprentice 18 years Born on or before 01.04.2007 Graduate Apprentice 18 years Born on or before 01.04.2007
Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years | OBC – 3 years | PwBD – 10 years | Ex-Servicemen – As per Govt. norms
Educational Qualification Post Name Qualification Requirement Trade Apprentice Passed ITI in relevant trade with NTC/PNTC recognized by NCVT/SCVT. Graduate Apprentice Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline from a statutory university, passed in 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025.
Stipend As per Apprentices Act, 1961 Monthly stipend will vary by trade and qualification, typically between ₹8,000 – ₹12,000 per month. Selection Process Selection will be based purely on merit:
Preparation of Merit List based on marks obtained in qualifying examinations. Certificate Verification for shortlisted candidates. No written exam or interview will be conducted.
Application Fee Category Fee All Categories Nil (No Fee Required)
Important Dates Event Date Notification Release Date 6th October 2025 Online Registration Start 6th October 2025 (10:00 AM) Online Registration End 21st October 2025 (5:00 PM) Last Date for Printed Form Submission 27th October 2025 (5:00 PM) Tentative Merit List Publication 10th November 2025 Certificate Verification Dates 17th – 20th November 2025 Final Selected List 3rd December 2025 Joining Date 8th December 2025
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Process Visit the official website: www.nlcindia.in Go to Careers → Jobs → Trainees & Apprentices → Advt.No. L&DC/03A/2025. Register online and fill in all required details carefully. Take a printout of the filled form after submission. Attach all required documents (educational certificates, community proof, ID, etc.). Submit the hard copy in person or by post to the following address before 27th October 2025 (5 PM): To: The General Manager (HR), Learning & Development Centre, NLC India Limited, Block-20, Neyveli – 607803, Tamil Nadu.
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