IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 200 ITI Posts, Apply Online

Published: 18 Jul 2026 · Updated: 20 Jul 2026

200 Total Vacancies

Short Information: IGCAR, Kalpakkam, a premier centre under the Department of Atomic Energy, has invited online applications for engagement of 200 Trade Apprentices across 18 trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates must hold an ITI (NCVT/SCVT) trade certificate in the applied trade, such as Fitter, Electrician, COPA, Welder, Machinist and others. Selected apprentices will undergo one year of training at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, with a monthly stipend of up to Rs. 11,040.

Important Dates

Application Begin20 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply19 Aug 2026
Age As On19 Aug 2026

Application Fee

GeneralNil
OBCNil
EWSNil
SC / STNil
Female (All Category)Nil
Payment ModeNo application fee for any category

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age18 years
Maximum Age24 years
Age As On19 Aug 2026
Age RelaxationSC/ST: +5 years; OBC (NCL): +3 years; PwBD: +10 years
Educational QualificationITI (NCVT/SCVT) trade certificate in the same trade applied for. For most trades, Class 10 (Matriculation) pass before ITI is required; for Welder, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Mason and Plumber trades, Class 8 pass before ITI is acceptable. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act are not eligible.

Vacancy Details

Post NameTotalGenOBCEWSSCST
Trade Apprentice (18 trades)200865420382

How to Apply

  1. Register on the National Apprenticeship Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and obtain a unique Registration Number.
  2. Complete Aadhaar e-KYC verification using the same email ID and mobile number used for registration.
  3. Open the IGCAR trade apprentice application portal and log in.
  4. Fill the online application form with personal, ITI and category details.
  5. Upload the required documents (Class 8/10 mark sheet, ITI trade certificate with mark sheets, category certificate if applicable) as a single PDF.
  6. Apply for only one trade, since applying to multiple trades is not permitted.
  7. Submit the form before the closing date and take a printout for personal records.
  8. No corrections are allowed after final submission, so verify all details before submitting.

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting on the basis of percentage of marks obtained in the ITI course
  • Tie-breaking first by higher Class 10 (or Class 8) marks, then by older date of birth
  • Document Verification of shortlisted candidates
  • Standard medical examination

Trade-wise Vacancy Details

TradeVacancies
Fitter46
Electrician22
PASAA (COPA)19
Instrument Mechanic18
Electronic Mechanic15
Welder (Gas & Electric)14
Draughtsman (Mechanical)12
Process Plant Operator12
Machinist10
Mechanic Refrigeration & AC9
Turner7
Wood Work Technician / Carpenter4
Mason / Civil Mistry4
Horticulture Assistant3
Plumber2
Mechanical Machine Tool Maintenance1
Book Binder1
Photography1

Monthly Stipend

2-year ITI course apprenticesRs. 11,040 per month
1-year ITI course apprenticesRs. 10,560 per month

Important Notes

  • Advertisement Number: IGCAR/03/2026
  • Training duration is one year at IGCAR, Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
  • This is an apprenticeship engagement and not a permanent job; IGCAR does not guarantee employment after training.
  • 8 seats are reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with 40% or more disability, spread across the trades.
  • Hostel accommodation may be available on a chargeable basis, subject to availability.

Important Links

Apply OnlineApply Online
Download Notification PDFClick Here
Register on National Apprenticeship PortalClick Here
Official WebsiteClick Here

Important Questions

Q. When does the online application for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 200 ITI Posts, Apply Online start?

Ans. Online applications start on 20 Jul 2026.

Q. What is the last date to apply for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 200 ITI Posts, Apply Online?

Ans. The last date to apply online is 19 Aug 2026.

Q. What is the age limit for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 200 ITI Posts, Apply Online?

Ans. Minimum age 18 years and maximum age 24 years (as on 19 Aug 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.

Q. What is the educational qualification for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 200 ITI Posts, Apply Online?

Ans. ITI (NCVT/SCVT) trade certificate in the same trade applied for. For most trades, Class 10 (Matriculation) pass before ITI is required; for Welder, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Mason and Plumber trades, Class 8 pass before ITI is acceptable. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act are not eligible.

Q. How to apply for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 200 ITI Posts, Apply Online?

Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam before the last date.

Q. What is the official website of Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam?

Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.

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