IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 30 Posts - Recruitment 2026
(Apply Online, Last Date, Notification)
Short Information: Kerala and the concerned department have released the notification for the post of IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 30 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 & Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 22 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date (NATS/NAPS Portal) | 25 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 15 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Email Submission of Application | 15 March 2026 |
| Scrutiny of Applications & Merit List Preparation | March 2026 (Last week) |
| Shortlisting & Publication of Selected Candidates List | First week of April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Communication to Selected Candidates | Via Email & Phone |
| Document Verification Schedule | To be intimated to selected candidates separately |
| Medical Examination of Selected Candidates | As per schedule communicated |
| Commencement of Apprenticeship Training | April/May 2026 (Tentative) |
Note: All updates and communications will be done through registered email ID and mobile number. Candidates must ensure their contact details remain active throughout the selection process.
Application Fee
Application Fee & Payment Details
NO APPLICATION FEE REQUIRED
IREL (India) Limited has made this apprenticeship recruitment completely FREE for all candidates, irrespective of category.
Important Advisory:
- Do not pay any money to anyone claiming to help with IREL recruitment
- IREL does not authorize any agent, consultant, or middleman for apprentice engagement
- Beware of fake websites and fraudulent emails
- Apply only through official NATS/NAPS portals and email as mentioned in notification
- Report any suspicious activity to IREL management or cybercrime authorities
Age Limit
Age Limit Criteria
Age Limit (as on last date of application - 15th March 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Age Relaxation as per Government of India Rules:
| Category | Age Relaxation | Effective Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / Unreserved | Nil | 25 years |
| SC / ST Candidates | 5 years | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years | 28 years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - General | 10 years | 35 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years | 40 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years | 38 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per GoI rules | Varies |
Note: Candidates claiming age relaxation must submit valid certificates issued by competent authority. Age proof must be submitted (10th/12th certificate or birth certificate).
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Organization Name | IREL (India) Limited - Miniratna Category-I PSU under Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India |
| Division / Unit | Rare Earths Division, Udyogamandal, Kochi, Kerala |
| Advertisement Number | IREL/RED/HRM/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27/01 |
| Recruitment Type | Apprenticeship Training (Under Apprentices Act, 1961 & Rules 1992/2025) |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 30 Posts |
| Categories | Graduate Apprentices, Technician Apprentices (Diploma), Trade Apprentices (ITI) |
| Disciplines Covered | Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, Computer Science, IT, Commerce, HR, PM&IR, Chemistry, and ITI trades |
| Educational Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, B.Com, B.Sc, MBA/PGDM (HR/PM&IR), Diploma in Engineering, ITI (NCVT/SCVT) - All through Regular Full-Time Mode Only |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years (as on 15-03-2026) | Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC: 3 yrs, PwBD: 10 yrs |
| Monthly Stipend | As per Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 + Food Coupon of Rs. 1,500/- per month |
| Training Duration | One Year (12 Months) |
| Certificate | National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by Government of India |
| Application Fee | NIL - Free for All Candidates |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based (No Written Test / No Interview) - Based on marks in qualifying examination |
| Application Mode | Online through NATS/NAPS Portal + Email Submission of Documents (Both Mandatory) |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 15 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | www.irel.co.in |
| NATS Portal (Graduate/Diploma) | nats.education.gov.in |
| NAPS Portal (ITI Trades) | www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| S.No. | Category | Discipline / Trade | Approx. Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentices (Engineering) | Chemical Engineering | 4 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3 | ||
| Electrical Engineering | 2 | ||
| Instrumentation & Control | 2 | ||
| Computer Science / IT | 2 | ||
| 2 | Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering) | B.Com (Finance & Accounts) | 2 |
| B.Sc (Chemistry) | 2 | ||
| MBA / PGDM (HR / PM&IR) | 1 | ||
| 3 | Technician Apprentices (Diploma) | Diploma in Chemical / Mechanical / Electrical | 4 |
| Diploma in Instrumentation / Civil / Computer | 2 | ||
| 4 | Trade Apprentices (ITI) | Electrician, Fitter, Instrument Mechanic, Turner, Machinist, Welder, Electronics Mechanic, COPA | 6 |
| Total Apprentice Positions | 30 | ||
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