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IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Official
Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu Government · Apprenticeship
200 Total Vacancies
19 Aug 2026 Last Date to Apply
₹10,560 - ₹11,040 Salary / Month
18 - 24 yrs Age Limit

About This Recruitment

Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has invited online applications for engagement of ITI Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and amendments made thereunder. Advertisement No. IGCAR/03/2026 offers a total of 200 apprenticeship seats across 18 trades including Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Mechanical Machine Tool Maintenance, Electronic Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Plumber, Welder, Horticulture Assistant, Wood Work Technician/Carpenter, Mason/Civil Mistry, Book Binder, PASAA, Photography and Process Plant Operator. The place of training is IGCAR, Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu. The duration of training is one year. Candidates must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. The stipend is ₹11,040 per month for candidates with a two-year ITI qualification and ₹10,560 per month for candidates with a one-year ITI qualification. The minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 24 years as on 19 August 2026, with applicable relaxation for SC/ST, OBC and PwBD candidates. Applications are shortlisted primarily on the percentage of marks obtained in the ITI course. In case of a tie, higher marks in 10th/8th standard and then earlier date of birth are considered as prescribed. Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for document verification and medical examination. Before commencement of training, selected candidates must execute an apprenticeship contract. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 in a Government, PSU or private industrial organization are not eligible. Completion of apprenticeship does not confer any right to employment at IGCAR.

Quick Facts

Total Seats

Trade Apprentices

200

Application Start

Online

20 July 2026

Date2026-07-20

Last Date

Online Application

19 August 2026

Date2026-08-19

Training Duration

Apprenticeship

1 Year

Duration1 Year

Age Limit

As on 19 August 2026

18–24 Years

Maximum Age24
Minimum Age18

Place of Training

IGCAR Kalpakkam

Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu – 603102.

Location: Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu - 603102

Training Duration

Apprenticeship

One year

Duration1 year

Aadhaar e-KYC

Mandatory

Aadhaar e-KYC verification of apprenticeship portal enrollment is mandatory.

Mandatory1

One Trade Only

Application Rule

Candidates should submit an online application for one trade only.

ConditionOne trade per candidate

Employment After Apprenticeship

Important

Completion of apprenticeship training does not provide any right to employment at IGCAR.

Guaranteed Employment0

Eligibility

Previous Apprenticeship

Not Eligible

Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 in any Government, PSU or private industrial organization are not eligible.

Eligible0

Documents for Online Application

Scanned PDF Documents

Candidates should keep caste/disability/EWS certificates where applicable, 8th/10th marksheet, ITI trade certificate, semester-wise marksheets and consolidated ITI marksheet ready in PDF format.

FormatPDF

Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification ITI

ITI pass certificate in the respective trade mentioned in the official vacancy table.

CertificateNCVT/SCVT
QualificationITI Pass

Age Limit

Minimum Age

As on 19 August 2026

18 years

Age18

Maximum Age

As on 19 August 2026

24 years

Age24

Age Relaxation

Reserved Categories

5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD.

Obc3
Pwbd10
Sc St5

Vacancy Details

Fitter

ITI Trade

46 vacancies

Sc10
St1
Ur20
Ews5
TradeFitter
Obc Ncl10
Vacancies46

Turner

ITI Trade

7 vacancies

Sc0
St0
Ur4
Ews1
TradeTurner
Obc Ncl2
Vacancies7

Machinist

ITI Trade

10 vacancies

Sc2
St0
Ur5
Ews1
TradeMachinist
Obc Ncl2
Vacancies10

Electrician

ITI Trade

22 vacancies

Sc3
St1
Ur9
Ews1
TradeElectrician
Obc Ncl8
Vacancies22

Mechanical Machine Tool Maintenance

ITI Trade

1 vacancy

Sc0
St0
Ur1
Ews0
TradeMechanical Machine Tool Maintenance
Obc Ncl0
Vacancies1

Electronic Mechanic

ITI Trade

15 vacancies

Sc4
St0
Ur5
Ews1
TradeElectronic Mechanic
Obc Ncl5
Vacancies15

Instrument Mechanic

ITI Trade

18 vacancies

Sc4
St0
Ur6
Ews2
TradeInstrument Mechanic
Obc Ncl6
Vacancies18

Draughtsman (Mechanical)

ITI Trade

12 vacancies

Sc5
St0
Ur5
Ews0
TradeDraughtsman (Mechanical)
Obc Ncl2
Vacancies12

Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

ITI Trade

9 vacancies

Sc1
St0
Ur4
Ews1
Obc Ncl3
Vacancies9

Trade: Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Plumber

ITI Trade

2 vacancies

Sc0
St0
Ur1
Ews0
TradePlumber
Obc Ncl1
Vacancies2

Welder (Gas & Electric)

ITI Trade

14 vacancies

Sc2
St0
Ur6
Ews3
TradeWelder (Gas & Electric)
Obc Ncl3
Vacancies14

Horticulture Assistant

ITI Trade

3 vacancies

Sc0
St0
Ur2
Ews0
TradeHorticulture Assistant
Obc Ncl1
Vacancies3

Wood Work Technician / Carpenter

ITI Trade

4 vacancies

Sc1
St0
Ur2
Ews0
TradeWood Work Technician / Carpenter
Obc Ncl1
Vacancies4

Mason / Civil Mistry

ITI Trade

4 vacancies

Sc1
St0
Ur1
Ews1
TradeMason / Civil Mistry
Obc Ncl1
Vacancies4

Book Binder

ITI Trade

1 vacancy

Sc0
St0
Ur1
Ews0
TradeBook Binder
Obc Ncl0
Vacancies1

PASAA (Programming and System Administration Assistant)

ITI Trade

19 vacancies

Sc4
St0
Ur7
Ews2
Obc Ncl6
Vacancies19

Trade: PASAA (Programming and System Administration Assistant)

Photography

ITI Trade

1 vacancy

Sc0
St0
Ur1
Ews0
TradePhotography
Obc Ncl0
Vacancies1

Process Plant Operator

ITI Trade

12 vacancies

Sc1
St0
Ur6
Ews2
TradeProcess Plant Operator
Obc Ncl3
Vacancies12

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

Total 200 Seats

SC: 38 | ST: 2 | OBC (NCL): 54 | EWS: 20 | UR: 86

Sc38
St2
Ur86
Ews20
Total200
Obc Ncl54
Pwbd Identified8

How to Apply

Apprenticeship Registration

Mandatory

Candidates must register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and obtain the unique apprenticeship registration number before applying.

Websitehttps://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

Documents at Verification

Original + Self-Attested Copies

Candidates must bring the signed online application with photograph, police verification certificate, date of birth/SSC certificate, 8th/10th marksheets, ITI certificate and marksheets, applicable caste/EWS/PwBD certificates, bank passbook, Aadhaar, PAN and apprenticeship registration confirmation.

Originals Required1

Syllabus

Hostel Accommodation Subject to Availability

Selected candidates may be provided hostel accommodation on a chargeable basis, subject to availability.

AvailableSubject to availability
Chargeable1

Selection Process

ITI Merit

Primary Shortlisting

Candidates are shortlisted for training on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained in their ITI course.

BasisITI marks percentage
Stage1

Tie-Breaking

Merit List

If ITI percentage is equal, higher percentage in 10th/8th standard is considered. For Welder, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Mason/Civil Mistry and Plumber, 8th standard marks are considered. If the tie continues, the candidate born earlier is considered.

Stage2

Document Verification

Shortlisted Candidates

All shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification. Failure to attend document verification results in cancellation of candidature.

Stage3

Medical Examination

Before Engagement

Engagement as an apprentice is subject to qualifying the standard medical examination prescribed by the competent authority.

Stage4

Salary / Pay Scale

Stipend for 2-Year ITI

Monthly

₹11,040 per month

Amount11040
Periodmonthly

Stipend for 1-Year ITI

Monthly

₹10,560 per month

Amount10560
Periodmonthly

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There are 200 Trade Apprentice seats across 18 trades.

What is the last date to apply for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application is 19 August 2026.

Date2026-08-19

What is the age limit for IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years and maximum age is 24 years as on 19 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as prescribed for SC/ST, OBC and PwBD candidates.

What qualification is required for IGCAR Trade Apprentice?

Candidates must possess an ITI pass certificate in the respective trade prescribed in the official notification.

What is the stipend for IGCAR Trade Apprentices?

The stipend is ₹11,040 per month for candidates with a two-year ITI qualification and ₹10,560 per month for candidates with a one-year ITI qualification.

What is the selection process?

Candidates are shortlisted primarily on ITI marks percentage. Tie-breaking is based on 10th/8th standard marks and then date of birth, followed by document verification and the prescribed medical examination.

Is previous apprenticeship experience allowed?

No. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 in a Government, PSU or private industrial organization are not eligible.

Is employment guaranteed after completion of apprenticeship?

No. Completion of apprenticeship training does not provide any right to employment at IGCAR.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: ITI pass certificate in the respective trade from NCVT/SCVT as prescribed in the official notification. For Welder, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Mason/Civil Mistry and Plumber, the applicable 8th class qualification is also relevant as prescribed.

  • Candidate must possess an ITI certificate in the respective trade mentioned in the notification.
  • ITI qualification must be from NCVT/SCVT as applicable.
  • Minimum age is 18 years as on 19 August 2026.
  • Maximum age is 24 years as on 19 August 2026.
  • SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
  • OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
  • PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
  • Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 in any Government, PSU or private industrial organization are not eligible.
  • Candidates must register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and obtain a valid apprenticeship registration number.
  • Aadhaar e-KYC verification on the apprenticeship portal is mandatory.
  • A candidate may submit an online application for one trade only.
  • Selected candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical examination requirements.

Upper age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD as prescribed in the notification.

Important Dates

Online Application Start 20 July 2026

20 July 2026

Online Application Last Date 19 August 2026

19 August 2026

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