About IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
IREL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Atomic Energy, has issued Notification No. IREL (India) Limited/MK/Apprentices Engagement/2026/01 dated August 3, 2026. This notification invites applications for the engagement of Graduate, Technician, and Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, at its Manavalakurichi (MK) unit located in Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. This IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 39 positions for aspiring candidates.
IREL Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026
IREL (India) Limited is recruiting for a total of 39 Apprentice Trainee positions. These include 4 Graduate Apprentice seats, 4 Technician Apprentice seats, and 31 Trade Apprentice positions across various disciplines. Candidates are advised to apply for only one trade.
A. Graduate Apprentices (4 Seats)
| S. No. | Designated Trade | Qualification | Duration | Seats |
|---|
| 1 | Electrical | BE (Electrical & Electronics) | 1 year | 2 |
| 2 | Civil | BE (Civil) | 1 year | 1 |
| 3 | Mechanical | BE (Mechanical) | 1 year | 1 |
B. Technician Apprentices (4 Seats)
| S. No. | Designated Trade | Qualification | Duration | Seats |
|---|
| 1 | Mechanical | Diploma (Mechanical) | 1 year | 1 |
| 2 | Electrical | Diploma (Electrical) | 1 year | 1 |
| 3 | Civil | Diploma (Civil) | 1 year | 2 |
C. Trade Apprentices (31 Seats)
| S. No. | Designated Trade | Qualification | Duration | Seats |
|---|
| 1 | Fitter | Passed ITI in Fitter trade | 1 year | 10 |
| 2 | Electrician | Passed ITI in Electrician trade | 1 year | 5 |
| 3 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | Passed ITI in MMV trade | 1 year | 1 |
| 4 | Welder | Passed ITI in Welder trade | 1 year | 4 |
| 5 | Electronic/Instrument Mechanic | Passed ITI in Instrument Mechanic trade | 1 year | 2 |
| 6 | Refri. & AC Mechanic | Passed ITI in Refri. & AC Mechanic trade | 1 year | 1 |
| 7 | Turner | Passed ITI in Turner trade | 1 year | 1 |
| 8 | Plumber/Fitter | Passed ITI in Plumber trade | 2 years | 2 |
| 9 | Carpenter | Passed ITI in Carpenter trade | 2 years | 2 |
| 10 | PASAA | Passed in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 1 year | 3 |
The notification indicates that reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD categories will be applied as per the percentages applicable in Tamil Nadu, following Government guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria for IREL Apprentice Posts
To be eligible for IREL Apprentice positions, candidates must meet specific trade-wise qualifications as detailed in the vacancy tables. Additionally, general conditions apply to all applicants:
- Qualifications obtained through Distance Learning, Part-Time, or Correspondence modes are not acceptable.
- Candidates who have previously undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, in any organization are ineligible.
- Applicants should not apply for more than one trade.
- Candidates possessing higher qualifications like ME/M.Tech, MCA, MBA, CA/ICWA, Ph.D, or LLB are generally not eligible, as these are considered above the prescribed induction-level qualification. Suppression of such information may lead to disqualification.
- If final aggregate marks are not provided, the average marks from all semesters/years will be considered.
- For CGPA or grades, candidates must provide the equivalent percentage as per their University/Institute norms, along with a supporting certificate during document verification.
IREL Apprentice Stipend 2026
The stipend for IREL apprentices will be paid according to the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and subsequent notifications by the Government of India. The exact amount is not specified in the official notification. No other benefits or financial assistance will be provided by IREL (India) Limited during the training period.
Age Limit for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 25 years of age as of the last date of application. Age relaxations are provided for reserved categories:
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|
| General (as on last date of application) | Minimum 18 years, Maximum 25 years |
| SC/ST | Age relaxation up to 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Age relaxation up to 3 years |
| PWD | Age relaxation up to 10 years |
IREL Apprentice Selection Process 2026
The selection for IREL Apprentice positions does not involve a written examination. Candidates will be selected based on a merit list derived from the marks obtained in their qualifying educational qualification. Final engagement is contingent upon being declared "Medically Fit" by IREL (India) Limited's Medical Officer. In case of a tie in marks, the candidate with higher marks in the specified qualification will be preferred, followed by seniority in date of birth.
Priority Order for Selection
The following priority order will be applied within the merit list:
- Land Affected Category: Candidates who have provided land to IREL (with documentary proof) will be considered irrespective of marks.
- Preferential Priority within Category:
- Wards of IREL employees, regardless of marks.
- Wards of IREL employees who passed away during service.
- Permanent residents of Chinnavilai, Periavilai, Puthoor, and Kottilpadu villages (within a 10 km radius of the company), preferred over other villages, regardless of marks.
- Kanyakumari District Priority: Permanent residents of Midalam, Keezhmidalam, and Kurumpanai villages will be preferred over other candidates from Kanyakumari District (documentary proof required).
- State Priority: Candidates belonging to Tamil Nadu State (documentary proof required).
- Others.
Document Verification, Medical & Police Verification
- Candidates will be called for document verification based on merit. They must present original documents along with self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, age proof, category/PWD certificates (if applicable), and other required documents. Failure to produce original documents or meet eligibility will result in rejection.
- Shortlisted candidates must pass a Medical Examination conducted by the company’s authorized Medical Officer to be declared "Medically Fit" for apprenticeship.
- Due to IREL (India) Limited being a highly protected area, apprentices must submit a Police Verification Certificate from their area of residence before joining. Candidates should initiate this process promptly.
Documents Required for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Applicants must submit self-attested photocopies of the following documents along with their application:
- 10th pass/Matriculation certificate or Birth Certificate (for date of birth proof).
- 10th/HSC Mark Sheet.
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/Disability certificates (in prescribed format, latest for OBC NCL).
- Income and Assets Certificate (for EWS candidates).
- Semester-wise/year-wise mark sheets and Pass Certificate in the respective discipline.
- Documentary proof for Land Affected Category or peripheral villages (within 10 km radius of IREL, MK unit).
- Nativity Certificate.
- Land Loser Certificate (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card.
- 10 (ten) recent passport-size photographs.
- Police Verification Certificate from concerned Police authorities.
How to Apply for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application process for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 involves two mandatory steps: online registration on a government portal and subsequent submission of a hardcopy application by post.
- Online Portal Registration:
- For Trade Apprentices, register on the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship's National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal (http://www.apprenticeshipindia.org).
- For Graduate/Technician Apprentices, register on the MHRD's National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal (http://www.nats.education.gov.in).
This registration is compulsory before proceeding with the application. When registering, use IREL’s Establishment Registration Number: E05203301006 for Trade Apprenticeship, and STNKKC000004 for Graduate/Technician Apprenticeship.
- Hardcopy Application Submission:
- Complete the application form provided in Annexure A of the official notification, preferably typewritten on A4 size paper.
- Clearly superscribe the outer envelope with: "APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICE AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL (India) Limited/MK/Apprentices Engagement/2026/01".
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph to the application form.
- Enclose all self-attested supporting documents as listed in the "Documents Required" section.
- Send the complete application to: The Chief Manager - HRM (Legal & ER), IREL (India) Limited, Manavalakurichi, Kanyakumari District, Tamilnadu-629252.
- The application must reach IREL on or before August 31, 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
- It is recommended to send the application by speed-post. IREL is not responsible for any postal delays or losses.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Candidates who have previously completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training at IREL (India) Limited or any other organization are not eligible.
- Selected candidates may be assigned to any department within the unit for their training.
- Apprentices must sign a Contract with the relevant authority as per the Apprentices Act.
- IREL (India) Limited is not obligated to offer regular employment during or after the apprenticeship period.
- Any updates, corrigenda, or addenda related to this recruitment will be published exclusively on the official website www.irel.co.in. Candidates should regularly check the website for the latest information.
- All applications are provisional and subject to verification of certificates. Providing incorrect, doctored, or false information, or suppressing material facts, will lead to cancellation or termination of candidature/engagement at any stage.
- The Management's decision on eligibility, application acceptance/rejection, selection mode, and cancellation of the process is final. No correspondence will be entertained regarding these matters.
- Incomplete applications or those not meeting eligibility criteria will be rejected.
- Terms and conditions for apprentices are governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961, and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.
- Physical verification of original documents will occur before the joining date, on a communicated specific date. A provisional offer letter will be sent via email, which must be printed and brought along with original documents and self-attested copies for verification.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link/Details |
|---|
| Official Notification Source | Download Here |
| Trade Apprentice Portal Registration | apprenticeshipindia.org (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship) |
| Graduate/Technician Apprentice Portal Registration | nats.education.gov.in (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme, MHRD) |
| IREL Official Website | www.irel.co.in |
