Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), at its Narora Atomic Power Station, has invited online applications for 80 apprentice seats under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Stipend runs from Rs 10,560 to Rs 12,300 a month. Candidates are shortlisted on marks, and the last date is 18 November 2026.
Official notification: Download the NPCIL Narora apprentice notice (PDF)
The notice (NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026) covers three kinds of apprentices at one plant site: ITI trade, diploma and graduate. All train at Narora in Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. Marks in your ITI, diploma or degree decide who is shortlisted, and eligible candidates within 16 km of the plant get first preference, subject to reservation. Candidates first register on a government apprenticeship portal, then submit the NPCIL form.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited, Narora Atomic Power Station |
| Advertisement number | NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026 |
| Engagement | Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Total seats | 80 |
| Stipend per month | Rs 10,560 to Rs 12,300, depending on the apprentice type |
| Place of training | Narora Atomic Power Station, Narora, Distt. Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh 203389 |
| How to apply | Online |
| Last date | 18 November 2026, 16:00 Hrs. |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 29 October 2026, 10:00 Hrs. |
| Online application closes | 18 November 2026, 16:00 Hrs. |
| Date for counting age | 18 November 2026 |
| Exam date | Not given in the notice |
Seats, stipend and age limit by post
Trade apprentices get Rs 10,560 a month if they have finished one year of the ITI course, and Rs 11,040 a month if they have finished two years. Diploma apprentices get Rs 10,900 a month. Graduate apprentices get Rs 12,300 a month. Diploma and graduate apprenticeship runs for a maximum of 12 months.
| Apprentice type | Trade or discipline | Seats | Stipend per month | Age on 18 November 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | ITI Electrician | 25 | Rs 10,560 or Rs 11,040 | 18 to 24 years |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI Fitter | 16 | Rs 10,560 or Rs 11,040 | 18 to 24 years |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI Electronics Mechanic | 09 | Rs 10,560 or Rs 11,040 | 18 to 24 years |
| Diploma Apprentice | Mechanical | 05 | Rs 10,900 | 18 to 25 years |
| Diploma Apprentice | Electrical | 03 | Rs 10,900 | 18 to 25 years |
| Diploma Apprentice | Electronics | 02 | Rs 10,900 | 18 to 25 years |
| Diploma Apprentice | Civil | 06 | Rs 10,900 | 18 to 25 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | Mechanical | 04 | Rs 12,300 | 18 to 26 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | Electrical | 03 | Rs 12,300 | 18 to 26 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | Human Resource | 03 | Rs 12,300 | 18 to 26 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | Finance & Accounts | 02 | Rs 12,300 | 18 to 26 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | Contract & Material Management | 02 | Rs 12,300 | 18 to 26 years |
Category-wise seats
The notice gives category-wise seats for every trade.
| Trade or discipline | SC | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | 05 | 07 | 02 | 11 | 25 |
| ITI Fitter | 04 | 04 | 02 | 06 | 16 |
| ITI Electronics Mechanic | 02 | 02 | 01 | 04 | 09 |
| Diploma Mechanical | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 05 |
| Diploma Electrical | 01 | - | - | 02 | 03 |
| Diploma Electronics | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| Diploma Civil | 01 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 06 |
| Graduate Mechanical | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 04 |
| Graduate Electrical | - | 01 | - | 02 | 03 |
| Graduate Human Resource | - | 01 | - | 02 | 03 |
| Graduate Finance & Accounts | - | 01 | - | 01 | 02 |
| Graduate Contract & Material Management | 01 | - | - | 01 | 02 |
Eligibility
Only Indian nationals above 18 years of age are eligible to apply. The qualification depends on the type of apprenticeship.
| Apprentice type | Qualification required |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI Electrician, ITI Fitter, ITI Electronics Mechanic) | ITI Pass Certificate in respective Trade. Mode of education: full-time or regular. |
| Diploma Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil) | Diploma Pass Certificate in engineering or technology granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education, or an equivalent recognised by the State or Central Govt., in the respective discipline. |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical) | Graduate Degree in engineering or technology granted by a statutory University or an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament, or an equivalent recognised by the Central Govt. |
| Graduate Apprentice (Contract and Material Management) | Graduate or equivalent in general streams such as BBA, BA, B.Sc., B.Com., etc. other than engineering or technology. See page 4 of the notice for Human Resource and Finance & Accounts. |
Some conditions apply to everyone. A candidate who has already undergone or is currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprentice Act, 1961 in any Government, PSU or private industrial organisation is not eligible. A candidate who absconded from earlier training in any organisation is not eligible either. Only diploma and graduate candidates who passed the qualifying examination within 5 years of the closing date, 18 November 2026, are eligible to apply on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.
Age limit and relaxation
Age is counted on 18 November 2026, the closing date. The minimum is 18 years for every type. The maximum is 24 years for trade apprentices, 25 years for diploma apprentices and 26 years for graduate apprentices. The notice gives these relaxations in upper age.
| Category | Maximum age relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Up to 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 3 years |
| PwBD, General and EWS | Up to 10 years |
| PwBD, SC / ST | Up to 15 years |
| PwBD, OBC (NCL) | Up to 13 years |
Selection process
- First preference goes to eligible local candidates living within 16 km radius of Narora Atomic Power Station, subject to the reservation criteria.
- Shortlisting is done on the percentage of marks obtained in the respective trade or discipline.
- If two candidates have the same percentage, the one born earlier is considered. If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate with the higher percentage in Matriculation (10th) is placed higher on the merit list.
How to apply
- Register as a candidate first. Trade apprentices register on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme 2.0 (NAPS 2.0) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Diploma and graduate apprentices register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme 2.0 (NATS 2.0) portal at nats.education.gov.in.
- Make sure your Aadhar is seeded with your bank account.
- Upload the registration documents on the portal, such as the birth certificate or 10th mark-sheet and the ITI, diploma or degree certificate with mark-sheets. At document verification, carry self-attested copies with originals, along with a police verification certificate, Aadhar card, PAN card, bank account details and 2 recent passport size photographs.
- Submit the application form on the NPCIL website www.npcilcareers.co.in between 29 October 2026 (10:00 Hrs.) and 18 November 2026 (16:00 Hrs.).
- Apply to the correct establishment. Trade apprentices use Establishment Enrollment Identity No. E05200901473. Graduate and diploma apprentices use NUPBUC093592. The notice says applications will not be accepted if they are not made under the respective establishment ID.
Keep a JPG photograph (not more than 50KB) and a scanned JPG signature (not more than 20KB) ready before you apply. Keep your e-mail ID and mobile number active, as no change is allowed after registration.
Documents the notice asks for
Self-attested copies with originals, along with a duly signed application form, are required at the time of document verification.
- Birth certificate, or SSC or 10th mark sheet showing date of birth
- ITI, diploma or degree certificate with mark sheets of all semesters or years
- Caste certificate for SC, ST and OBC (NCL); Income and Assets Certificate valid for 2026-27 for EWS; disability certificate for PwBD
- Police verification certificate, Aadhar card, PAN card, bank account details and 2 recent passport size photographs
Points to check before applying
- Age is counted on 18 November 2026, not on the day you apply.
- Pick the right establishment ID for your apprentice type. A wrong one means the application is not accepted.
- Apprentices are engaged only after they submit a Police Verification Certificate issued by District Police Authorities.
- The minimum standards for candidates are height of 137 cms and above, weight of 25.4 Kg and above, and chest expansion of not less than 3.8 cms.
- NPCIL may cancel or alter the number of seats of a trade or discipline, or the whole process. Any corrigendum will be published only on www.npcilcareers.co.in.
Important Links
| Document / Portal | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Portal | Apply Online |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the NPCIL Narora apprentice recruitment?
The online application closes on 18 November 2026 at 16:00 Hrs.
How many apprentice seats are there?
The notice has 80 seats across three types of apprentices.
What is the age limit?
The minimum is 18 years. The maximum is 24 years for trade, 25 for diploma and 26 for graduate apprentices, counted on 18 November 2026.
What is the stipend range?
Rs 10,560 to Rs 12,300 a month, depending on the apprentice type.