NLC Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC) India Limited for 575 apprentice posts across graduate and diploma streams. The recruitment drive is being conducted for Graduate Apprentices and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices in multiple engineering and non-engineering disciplines. The online application process began on 19 December 2025, and the last date to apply is 02 January 2026.
NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
NLC India has notified a total of 575 vacancies under this recruitment drive. The selection includes 357 Graduate Apprentice posts and 218 Technician Apprentice posts. These posts are distributed across various technical disciplines to meet operational requirements. Before reviewing the detailed stream-wise vacancy distribution, candidates should note that the allocation reflects both engineering and allied professional fields.
Graduate Apprentice Vacancies (Total: 357 posts)
- Mechanical Engineering – 94 posts
- Electrical Engineering – 93 posts
- Civil Engineering – 34 posts
- Instrumentation Engineering – 14 posts
- Chemical Engineering – 09 posts
- Mining Engineering – 49 posts
- Computer Science Engineering – 49 posts
- Electronics and Communication Engineering – 09 posts
- Information Technology – 06 posts
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Vacancies (Total: 218 posts)
- Mechanical Engineering – 57 posts
- Electrical Engineering – 66 posts
- Civil Engineering – 15 posts
- Instrumentation Engineering – 10 posts
- Mining Engineering – 32 posts
- Computer Science Engineering – 13 posts
- Electronics and Communication Engineering – 10 posts
- Medical Laboratory Technology – 05 posts
- Catering Technology and Hotel Management – 05 posts
- Pharmacist – 05 posts
NLC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Graduate Apprentice posts must hold a full-time degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution. For Technician Apprentice posts, a full-time diploma in the concerned field is mandatory. Applicants should ensure that their qualification aligns with the notified discipline before submitting the application form. Final eligibility will be verified during the document verification stage.
NLC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Schedule
The application timeline has been clearly defined by NLC India to ensure smooth participation. Candidates must complete the process within the stipulated period.
- Application start date: 19 December 2025
- Last date to apply: 02 January 2026
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered under any circumstances.
Selection Process for NLC Recruitment 2026
The selection of apprentices will be based on merit, prepared using marks obtained in the qualifying examination. Shortlisted candidates will be called for certificate verification as per NLC norms. Final engagement will be subject to the verification of eligibility documents and compliance with apprenticeship guidelines.
