Brief Overview of NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025
NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Government of India Navratna Public Sector Enterprise, has released the NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 Notification (Advt. No. L&DC/03A/2025) for Phase-II (Tamil Nadu Region). Eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry can apply for various Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship Training positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
This is an excellent opportunity for ITI and Degree holders to gain industrial training at NLC India Limited. The apprenticeship period is temporary and purely for training purposes, not leading to permanent employment.
NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 – Important Dates
Below are the important dates related to the NLC India Apprenticeship 2025 recruitment process:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 06-10-2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 06-10-2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 21-10-2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application (Hard Copy) | 27-10-2025 (5:00 PM) |
| List of Candidates for Certificate Verification | 10-11-2025 |
| Certificate Verification Dates | 17-11-2025 to 20-11-2025 |
| Publication of Selected List | 03-12-2025 |
| Training Commencement Date | 08-12-2025 |
Note: All dates are subject to change based on official updates from NLC India Limited.
Application Fee for NLC India Apprenticeship 2025
There is no application fee for applying to NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025.
NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 – Age Eligibility
Candidates must have completed 18 years of age as on 01-04-2025 (Date of Birth on or before 01-04-2007).
| Category | Minimum Age | Cut-off Date |
|---|---|---|
| All Categories | 18 years | 01-04-2025 |
Educational Eligibility for NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025
Before applying online, candidates must ensure they meet the prescribed qualification for their trade or discipline.
- Candidates who passed their qualifying exam between 2021 and 2025 are eligible.
- Eligible candidates from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (Fitter, Turner, Mechanic, Electrician, etc.) | ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institution. |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) | Full-time Degree in relevant discipline (B.Com, BCA, BBA, B.Sc, etc.) from a recognized University. |
| Pharmacy Graduate | B.Pharm from a recognized University/Institution. |
| ⚠ Notice: Apprenticeship is only for training and does not guarantee employment after completion. Vacancy Board Before applying online, it’s important for interested candidates to carefully read through the entire notification. |
NLC India Apprenticeship 2025 – Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies announced under NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 is 1,101, distributed as follows:
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprenticeship | 787 |
| Graduate Apprenticeship | 314 |
| Grand Total | 1,101 |
🔹 Trade Apprenticeship Vacancy Breakup
| Trade Name | No. of Seats |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 124 |
| Turner | 45 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 120 |
| Electrician | 174 |
| Wireman | 119 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 5 |
| Plumber | 5 |
| Stenographer | 20 |
| Welder | 125 |
| COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | 30 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic | 10 |
| Moulder | 5 |
| Carpenter | 5 |
| Total | 787 |
🔹 Graduate Apprenticeship Vacancy Breakup
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 3 |
| Commerce | 68 |
| Computer Science | 89 |
| Computer Application | 49 |
| Business Administration | 47 |
| Geology | 12 |
| Chemistry | 11 |
| Nursing | 34 |
| Microbiology | 1 |
| Total | 314 |
NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 Notification PDF
NLC India Limited has officially released the NLC India Apprenticeship 2025 Notification PDF on its website. Interested candidates can download it from the link below to check all eligibility conditions, instructions, and detailed trade-wise breakup.
👉 Download NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 Notification PDF
NLC India Apprenticeship 2025 – Selection Procedure
The selection for both Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship posts will be based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
| Stage | Selection Basis |
|---|---|
| 1 | Shortlisting based on academic marks |
| 2 | Document Verification |
| 3 | Final Merit List |
No written test or interview will be conducted.
NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 – Training Stipend
| Apprenticeship Type | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | ₹10,019/- |
| Graduate Apprentice (Commerce/Science Streams) | ₹12,524/- |
| Graduate Apprentice (Pharmacy) | ₹15,028/- |
Note: The stipend includes an amount of ₹4,500/- paid by the Government under the DBT scheme.
NLC India Apprenticeship 2025 – How to Apply Online
Follow the steps below to apply for NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025:
- Before Applying Register at Apprenticeship Portal and Get your Registration No.
- Visit the official website NLC India.
- Go to Careers > Job > Trainees and Apprentices > Advt. No. L&DC/03A/2025.
- Click on Apply Online (Trade/Non-Engineering Apprentice).
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Take a printout of the completed application form.
- Attach required documents and submit the hard copy to the address mentioned below:
The Deputy General Manager, Learning & Development Centre,
NLC India Limited, Block-20, Neyveli – 607803, Tamil Nadu. - Ensure the hard copy reaches by 27-10-2025 (5:00 PM).
NLC India Trade and Graduate Apprenticeship 2025 Apply Now Links
- Register at NAPS and NATS Portal for Apprenticeship
- Apply Now for Apprenticeship at NLC India 2025
- Download Notification for Apprenticeship in NLC India 2025
- NLC India Official Website
| All the best to all enthusiastic Aspirants vacancyboard Congratulations |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the selection process for NLC India Apprenticeship 2025?
A1. The selection is based on academic merit followed by document verification.
Q2. Can final-year students apply for NLC India Apprenticeship 2025?
A2. Only candidates who have passed in 2021–2025 are eligible.