Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has released Advertisement No. NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026 for the engagement of 80 apprentices at the Narora Atomic Power Station (NAPS), Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible ITI, Diploma and Graduate candidates can apply online from 29 October 2026 (10:00 AM) to 18 November 2026 (4:00 PM).
The 80 seats are divided into 50 Trade Apprentice, 16 Diploma Apprentice and 14 Graduate Apprentice seats. The training period is a maximum of 12 months. Selection is based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination — there is no written examination. The monthly stipend ranges from Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 12,300.
This article covers the complete details of the NPCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — important dates, vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, stipend, selection process and the step-by-step application procedure — all taken from the official advertisement.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Narora Atomic Power Station (NAPS) |
| Recruitment Name | Apprentice (Trade, Diploma and Graduate) Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 80 |
| Training Location | Narora Atomic Power Station, Narora, Dist. Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh |
| Training Duration | Maximum 12 months |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | https://www.npcilcareers.co.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 29 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 29 October 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 November 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Age and Qualification | 18 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Apprentice Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | 50 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 16 |
| Graduate Apprentice | 14 |
| Total | 80 |
| Trade Apprentice — Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | 25 |
| ITI Fitter | 16 |
| ITI Electronics Mechanic | 9 |
| Total | 50 |
Diploma Apprentice seats are in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Human Resource, Finance & Accounts, and Contract & Material Management disciplines, and Graduate Apprentice seats are in the corresponding graduate disciplines, as listed in the official notification.
Educational Qualification (Eligibility)
- Trade Apprentice: ITI certificate in the relevant trade (Electrician, Fitter or Electronics Mechanic).
- Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline.
- Graduate Apprentice: Graduate degree in the relevant discipline.
- Diploma and Graduate candidates must have passed their qualifying examination within five years of 18 November 2026.
- Candidates must check the official notification for the exact discipline-wise qualification for each seat.
Age Limit
| Apprentice Category | Age Limit (as on 18 November 2026) |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | 18 to 24 years |
| Diploma Apprentice | 18 to 25 years |
| Graduate Apprentice | 18 to 26 years |
Age relaxation for reserved categories and PwBD candidates is applicable as per the rules printed in the official notification.
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify an application fee. Candidates should check the official NPCIL careers portal for any fee-related update before applying.
Stipend
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (1-year ITI) | Rs. 10,560 |
| Trade Apprentice (2-year ITI) | Rs. 11,040 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Up to Rs. 12,300 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Up to Rs. 12,300 |
The stipend ranges from Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 12,300 per month depending on the apprentice category and qualification.
Selection Process
There is no written examination. Selection is made by shortlisting on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination, followed by document verification. Candidates should check the official notification for the complete selection and verification procedure.
How to Apply
- Trade Apprentice candidates: Register on the NAPS 2.0 portal at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ using Establishment ID E05200901473.
- Diploma and Graduate Apprentice candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in/ using Establishment ID NUPBUC093592.
- After registration on the respective portal, submit the application on the official NPCIL careers website at https://www.npcilcareers.co.in/ against Advertisement No. NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026.
- Fill in the application form, upload the required documents and submit it before 4:00 PM on 18 November 2026.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online — NPCIL Careers Portal | https://www.npcilcareers.co.in/ |
| NAPS 2.0 Portal (Trade Apprentice registration) | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ |
| NATS 2.0 Portal (Diploma / Graduate Apprentice registration) | https://nats.education.gov.in/ |
| Official Website — NPCIL | https://www.npcilcareers.co.in/ |
| Official Notification — Advt. No. NAPS/HRM/APPRENTICE/02/2026 | Available on the official website npcilcareers.co.in |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the NPCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? A total of 80 apprentice seats at Narora Atomic Power Station — 50 Trade Apprentice, 16 Diploma Apprentice and 14 Graduate Apprentice.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the NPCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? The last date to apply online is 18 November 2026, up to 4:00 PM. Applications opened on 29 October 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required? ITI in the relevant trade for Trade Apprentice, an Engineering Diploma for Diploma Apprentice, and a Graduate degree for Graduate Apprentice, as per the official notification.
Q4. What is the age limit for the NPCIL Apprentice posts? As on 18 November 2026: Trade Apprentice 18–24 years, Diploma Apprentice 18–25 years and Graduate Apprentice 18–26 years, with relaxation as per rules.
Q5. Is there any application fee? The official notification does not specify an application fee.
Q6. What is the stipend for NPCIL apprentices? The monthly stipend ranges from Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 12,300 depending on the apprentice category.
Q7. How are candidates selected? Selection is based on shortlisting on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by document verification. There is no written examination.
Q8. How can I apply? Register first on the NAPS 2.0 portal (Trade Apprentice) or the NATS 2.0 portal (Diploma / Graduate Apprentice), then apply on the NPCIL careers website at https://www.npcilcareers.co.in/.