NPCIL Recruitment 2026: 245 Apprentice Vacancies Open

New Delhi, February 28, 2026: The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has officially opened its doors for young technical aspirants. The latest recruitment notification for 245 Trade Apprentice positions at the Rawatbhata Rajasthan (RR) Site has been released, offering a significant opportunity for ITI certificate holders to gain hands-on experience in the nuclear power sector.

If you are looking to kickstart your career with a premier Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), here is everything you need to know about the 2026 recruitment drive.

Vacancy Breakdown

The recruitment aims to fill 245 seats across seven distinct ITI trades. The distribution of posts is as follows:

Trade	Number of Vacancies
Fitter	68
Electrician	68
Electronics Mechanic	68
Welder	11
COPA (Computer Operator)	10
Turner	10
Machinist	10
Total	245

Stipend and Benefits

One of the most common questions from applicants is about the financial support provided during training. For this 2026 cycle, selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly stipend of ₹9,600.

Eligibility Criteria

To ensure your application is successful, you must meet the following requirements:

• Educational Qualification: You must possess an ITI Pass Certificate in the relevant trade (Full-time/Regular) from a recognized institute.
• Age Limit: Applicants should be between 18 and 24 years of age as of March 18, 2026.
  • Age Relaxation: Standard government rules apply, offering 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
• Locality Preference: Preference is often given to candidates residing within a 16 km radius of the Rawatbhata Rajasthan Site, though others are encouraged to apply.

Selection Process

There is no written examination for this recruitment. The selection is purely merit-based:

1. Merit List: Candidates are shortlisted based on the marks obtained in their ITI qualifying examination.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted individuals will be called to verify their original certificates and medical fitness.
3. Training Period: The apprenticeship is a temporary engagement for a duration of one year.

How to Apply

The application process is entirely online and involves two major steps:

1. NAPS Registration: You must first register on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. NPCIL Portal: After NAPS registration, visit the official NPCIL careers website at www.npcilcareers.co.in to complete the formal application.

Important Dates to Remember

• Online Application Starts: February 26, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: March 18, 2026 (by 4:00 PM)

This is a golden chance for ITI graduates to add a prestigious name like NPCIL to their resumes. Ensure you have your scanned photograph, signature, and ITI mark sheets ready before heading to the portal!