CSIR NAL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 35 Posts - Recruitment 2026
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Short Information: Karnataka and the concerned department have released the notification for the post of CSIR NAL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 35 Posts. Candidates who are interested in this recruitment can read the full notification before applying online.
Posted on: 25 Jan 2026
Important Dates
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22 January 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date - Day 1 | 04 February 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Walk-in Interview Date - Day 2 | 05 February 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting Time | 08:30 AM to 11:00 AM |
| Registration Closes | 11:00 AM (No entry after this time) |
| Document Verification | On the spot (Both days) |
| Interview / Trade Test (if required) | Same day after document verification |
| Venue | CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) Post Bag No. 1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bangalore - 560017, Karnataka |
| Result / Selection List | Will be displayed on NAL website within 7-10 days |
| Training Commencement | February/March 2026 (to be intimated) |
Important Instructions:
- Candidates must carry printed copy of this notification
- Late entries will NOT be entertained under any circumstances
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending walk-in interview
Application Fee
Stipend Details
Monthly Stipend as per Apprentices Act, 1961 and amendments:
| Trade Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI Pass (Recent batches - 2023-2026) | Rs. 10,560/- per month |
| ITI Pass (Older batches - before 2023) | Rs. 9,600/- per month |
Additional Benefits:
- Stipend is paid monthly directly to apprentice's bank account
- No deduction for PF or ESI as per Apprentices Act provisions
- Training materials and safety equipment provided by CSIR-NAL
- Access to canteen facilities at subsidized rates
- Medical emergency support available
Note: The stipend rates are as per current Government of India norms and are subject to revision based on official notifications.
Age Limit
Age Limit and Relaxation Details
Age Criteria (as on date of walk-in):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST Candidates | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates | 3 years |
| PwD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - General | 10 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years (10+5) |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years (10+3) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
| CSIR Employees (on contract/temporary basis) | 5 years (subject to maximum age of 40 years) |
Note: Candidates claiming age relaxation must produce valid certificates issued by competent authority during document verification. Age will be calculated as on 04/02/2026.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Organization Name | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) |
| Advertisement Number | 02/2026/APP |
| Parent Organization | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice Trainee (Various ITI Trades) |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 35 Posts |
| Work Location | CSIR-NAL Campus, Bangalore (Kodihalli), Karnataka |
| Educational Qualification | ITI (Industrial Training Institute) Pass in relevant trades with NCVT/SCVT certification |
| Eligible Trades | Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Welder, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, and other notified trades |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years (as on 04-02-2026) with age relaxation as per rules |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 9,600/- to Rs. 10,560/- per month (as per year of ITI passing and Government norms) |
| Training Duration | One Year (12 Months) |
| Certificate | National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by Government of India (after successful completion) |
| Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview + Document Verification + Merit-based selection |
| Application Fee | No Fee (Free for all candidates) |
| Notification Release Date | 22 January 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Dates | 04 February 2026 & 05 February 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 08:30 AM to 11:00 AM (Registration closes at 11:00 AM sharp) |
| Interview Venue | CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories, Post Bag No. 1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bangalore - 560017 |
| Official Website | www.nal.res.in |
| Apprenticeship Portal | www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| S.No. | ITI Trade Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 10 |
| 2 | Electrician | 06 |
| 3 | Turner | 04 |
| 4 | Electronics Mechanic | 04 |
| 5 | Machinist | 03 |
| 6 | Welder (Gas & Electric) | 03 |
| 7 | Instrument Mechanic | 02 |
| 8 | Other Trades (Sheet Metal Worker, Draughtsman, etc.) | 03 |
| Total Apprentice Trainee Positions | 35 | |
Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
