IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 30 Posts

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

Important Dates & Timeline

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.

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:

Note: Candidates claiming age relaxation must submit valid certificates issued by competent authority. Age proof must be submitted (10th/12th certificate or birth certificate).

Educational Qualification Requirements

Candidates must possess qualifications as per the category they are applying for:

1. Graduate Apprentices (Engineering)

• B.Tech / B.E. degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, or Information Technology
• Degree must be from AICTE approved institution
• Regular full-time mode only (Distance/Correspondence not accepted)

2. Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering)

• B.Com (Finance & Accounts) from UGC recognized university
• B.Sc (Chemistry) with minimum 60% marks from recognized university
• MBA / PG Diploma in Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, or Personnel Management & Industrial Relations from AICTE approved institution
• All qualifications must be through regular full-time mode

3. Technician Apprentices (Diploma)

• Diploma in Engineering in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Civil Engineering
• Minimum 3-year diploma after 10th or 2-year diploma after 12th
• From AICTE approved institution or State Board of Technical Education
• Regular full-time mode only

4. Trade Apprentices (ITI)

• National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the following trades:
• Electrician, Fitter, Instrument Mechanic, Turner, Machinist, Welder, Electronics Mechanic, Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)
• Must be from NCVT/SCVT recognized ITI

Important Note: Only candidates who have acquired their qualifications through regular full-time mode from recognized institutions will be considered. Part-time, distance education, correspondence, or online degrees are NOT acceptable.

Selection Process

The selection of apprentices will be conducted through a transparent, merit-based process:

1. Online Application Screening: All applications received through NATS/NAPS portals and email will be screened for eligibility criteria including educational qualification, age, category, and completeness of application
2. Merit List Preparation: Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on academic merit:
   • For Graduate/Diploma Apprentices: Merit based on percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree/diploma (aggregate of all semesters/years)
   • For Trade Apprentices: Merit based on percentage of marks obtained in ITI (average of all years/semesters)
   • In case of tie, preference will be given to candidates with higher age (older candidate)
3. Category-wise Selection: Candidates will be selected category-wise as per government reservation policy:
   • SC: As per rules
   • ST: As per rules
   • OBC (NCL): As per rules
   • EWS: As per rules
   • PwBD: Horizontal reservation across categories
4. Publication of Selection List: Provisional list of selected candidates will be published on IREL official website www.irel.co.in under Careers section
5. Document Verification: Selected candidates will be called for document verification where all original certificates must be produced:
   • Educational certificates (10th, 12th, ITI/Diploma/Degree with all mark sheets)
   • Date of birth proof
   • Caste certificate (if applicable)
   • EWS certificate (if applicable)
   • PwBD certificate (if applicable)
   • Domicile certificate
   • Aadhaar card and other ID proofs
6. Medical Fitness Test: Candidates clearing document verification will undergo medical examination as per IREL standards. They must be medically fit for working in chemical plant environment
7. Final Selection & Offer Letter: Candidates who successfully complete all stages will be issued appointment orders with joining date, stipend details, and reporting instructions

Important Points:

• There is NO written test or personal interview for this apprenticeship
• Selection is purely based on academic marks/percentage
• Candidates providing false information will be disqualified and may face legal action
• IREL's decision on all matters related to this recruitment will be final and binding