NPCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 out for 337 Posts Apply Offline
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Kakrapar Gujarat Site, has announced the NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for a total of 337 apprenticeship positions. These include Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, and Graduate Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act 1961, across various designated trades and disciplines at the Kakrapar Gujarat facility.
Eligibility criteria are as follows: ITI certificate in the relevant trade for Trade Apprentices, a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering stream for Technician Apprentices, and Graduation in engineering or general streams (full-time regular mode) for Graduate Apprentices. The prescribed age limits are 18–24 years for Trade, 18–25 years for Technician, and 18–26 years for Graduate as of 06/04/2026, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India guidelines.
These government apprenticeship positions offer one-year training with attractive monthly stipends: ₹10,560–₹11,040 for Trade Apprentices, ₹10,900 for Technician Apprentices, and ₹12,300 for Graduate Apprentices. This makes it a valuable opportunity for ITI, diploma, and graduate candidates seeking hands-on experience in the nuclear power sector in Gujarat.
Post Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Kakrapar Gujarat Site |
| Advertisement No. | KAKRAPAR GUJARAT SITE/HRM/APPRENTICESHIP-2026 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Technician Apprentice & Graduate Apprentice |
| Category | Apprenticeship Training (One Year) |
| Total Vacancies | 337 posts |
| Stipend | Trade: ₹10,560–₹11,040 per month,Technician: ₹10,900 per month,Graduate: ₹12,300 per month |
| Job Location | Kakrapar Gujarat Site, Anumala, Dist. Tapi, Gujarat |
| Application Mode | Offline by Post only |
| Selection Process | Merit based on marks in ITI/Diploma/Graduation + Preference to nearby villages (16 km radius) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 17 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application by Post | 06 April 2026 |
| Document Verification & Medical Examination | To be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
| Duration of Apprenticeship Training | Maximum 01 Year |
Eligibility Criteria
- Trade Apprentice: ITI certificate in relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Welder, etc.).
- Technician Apprentice: 3-year Diploma in relevant engineering stream (Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics, etc.).
- Graduate Apprentice: Graduation in relevant engineering/general stream (Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, B.Sc. Physics/Chemistry, HR, Finance, etc.).
Fee Structure
- Trade Apprentice: ₹10,560 (1-year ITI) / ₹11,040 (2-year ITI)
- Technician Apprentice: ₹10,900
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300
Age Limits
- Trade Apprentice: Minimum 18 years & maximum 24 years
- Technician Apprentice: Minimum 18 years & maximum 25 years
- Graduate Apprentice: Minimum 18 years & maximum 26 years (as on 06/04/2026)
- Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD (General & EWS): 10 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- PwBD (OBC NCL): 13 years
Total Post
337 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Welder, etc.) | 237 |
| Technician Apprentice (Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics, etc.) | 33 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, B.Sc., HR, Finance, etc.) | 67 |
| Grand Total | 337 |
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| Mode Of Selection |
| Preference to candidates from neighbouring villages (within 16 km radius) Merit list prepared on the basis of marks obtained in ITI/Diploma/Graduation Tie-breaker: Date of Birth (earlier born higher), then Matriculation marks Document Verification + Medical Fitness Examination |
| Important Instructions |
| Applications must reach the office on or before 06 April 2026. Incomplete or applications without proper enclosures will be rejected. Preference will be given to candidates from neighbouring villages (16 km radius). Engagement is purely for one-year training and does not confer any right for regular employment in NPCIL. Selected candidates must produce Police Verification Certificate and Character Certificate. Only candidates registered on NAPS 2.0 / NATS 2.0 portal are eligible. Medical fitness as per prescribed standards is mandatory. NPCIL reserves the right to cancel or alter the number of seats without assigning any reason. All announcements will be made only on the official NPCIL website www.npcil.nic.in. |
How to Apply
Step 1: Application Fee
- Download the prescribed Application Form from the official NPCIL website www.npcil.nic.in under HR Management → Opportunities section (Annexure-1)
- Fill the application form completely in block letters
- Affix recent passport-size photograph on the space provided
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (ITI/Diploma/Graduation certificates & marksheets, SSC certificate, caste certificate, Aadhaar, etc.)
- Send the complete application by post to the address given below so as to reach on or before 06/04/2026
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
| NAPS 2.0 Portal (Trade Apprentice) | Click Here |
| NATS 2.0 Portal (Technician & Graduate Apprentice) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Back to Sarkari Home | Click Here |
| Download Previous Papers | Click Here |
NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and how many vacancies are available?
NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a one-year apprenticeship program at the Kakrapar Gujarat Site for Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices, offering a total of 337 seats across various trades and disciplines.
Q2. What is the official advertisement number for NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentice 2026?
The recruitment is published under Advertisement No. KAKRAPAR GUJARAT SITE/HRM/APPRENTICESHIP‑2026 by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Kakrapar Gujarat Site, under the Department of Atomic Energy.
Q3. How are the 337 NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentice vacancies distributed?
- Trade Apprentices: 237 posts (various ITI trades)
- Technician Apprentices: 33 posts (Diploma branches)
- Graduate Apprentices: 67 posts (Engineering and general streams)
Q4. What is the age limit for Trade, Technician, and Graduate Apprentices?
As of 06.04.2026, the age limits are:
- Trade Apprentice: 18–24 years
- Technician Apprentice: 18–25 years
- Graduate Apprentice: 18–26 years
Age relaxations apply as per Government rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC(NCL), and 10–15 years for PwBD candidates.
Q5. What are the educational qualifications for Trade Apprentices?
Candidates must have a full-time ITI certificate in the relevant trade (e.g., Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Welder, etc.) from a recognized ITI.
Q6. What are the qualifications for Technician and Graduate Apprentices?
- Technician Apprentices: 3-year full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering branch (Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics, etc.)
- Graduate Apprentices: Full-time degree in relevant engineering/general streams (Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, B.Sc., HR, Finance, etc.)
Q7. What is the selection process?
Selection is merit-based:
- Preference to candidates from villages within 16 km radius of the plant.
- Merit list based on marks in ITI/Diploma/Graduation.
- Tie-breakers: date of birth, matriculation marks.
- Document verification and medical examination for shortlisted candidates.
Q8. What stipend will NPCIL Kakrapar Apprentices receive?
- Trade Apprentices: ₹10,560/month (1-year ITI) and ₹11,040/month (2-year ITI)
- Technician Apprentices: ₹10,900/month
- Graduate Apprentices: ₹12,300/month
Q9. What are the important dates?
- Advertisement date: 17 March 2026
- Last date to submit application by post: 06 April 2026
- Document verification and medical examination schedule will be notified later to shortlisted candidates.
Q10. How can I apply?
- Download the application form from the NPCIL website.
- Fill it carefully and attach self-attested copies of required documents.
- Send the completed form by post to the specified Kakrapar Gujarat Site address so it reaches on or before 06.04.2026.
Note: Applications via email or online mode will not be accepted.