IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 25 Graduate, Technician & Trade Apprentice Vacancies

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Irel apprentice recruitment 2025 notification for 25 graduate, technician, and trade apprentice vacancies in kerala. Apply by may 31

Introduction to IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2025

IREL (India) Limited has announced its recruitment drive for apprentices for the year 2025-26 at its Rare Earths Division (RED) in Udyogamandal, Kochi, Kerala. A total of 25 vacancies are available across Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, and Trade Apprentice categories. Interested and eligible candidates must register on the appropriate government portals (NATS or Apprenticeship India) and submit their applications via email by 31st May 2025. This is a chance to gain valuable hands-on training in a reputed government organization.

Organization Details: IREL (India) Limited

  • Hiring Body: IREL (India) Limited (Formerly Indian Rare Earths Limited), Rare Earths Division (RED) 
  • Type: Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) under the Department of Atomic Energy 
  • Number of Posts: 25 
  • Location: Udyogamandal, Kochi, Kerala – 683501 

IREL Apprentice Vacancy Breakdown 2025

The 25 apprenticeship training slots are distributed across various disciplines as follows:

Discipline/TradeNo. of Apprentices
Graduate Apprentices (NATS)
B.Tech. in Civil Engineering01
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering04
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering01
Technician Apprentices (NATS)
Diploma in Civil Engineering01
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering01
Trade Apprentices
Executive-HR (MBA/PG in HRM)01
Executive-Finance (CA/ICWA/MBA Fin/PG Dip Fin)01
LACP (B.Sc. Chemistry)04
LACP (ITI – Lab Asst. Chemical Plant)01
LACP (B.Sc. Physics)01
Fitter (ITI – Fitter)03
Welder (ITI – Welder)02
MMV (ITI – Motor Mechanic)01
Electrician (ITI – Electrician)02
PASAA / COPA (ITI – PASAA/COPA)01
Total25

Eligibility Criteria for IREL Apprenticeship 2025

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Educational Qualification:
    • Must possess the specific qualifications (B.Tech, Diploma, ITI, B.Sc., MBA, CA/ICWA) for the respective trade as listed in the vacancy table.
    • Qualifications acquired through Distance Learning, Part-Time, or Correspondence Mode are NOT eligible.
    • Candidates with higher qualifications than prescribed need not apply.
    • Candidates must provide certificates and mark sheets (semester/year-wise) for their qualifying examination. Where CGPA/grades are awarded, an equivalent percentage certificate from the University/Institute is required.
  • Prior Training: Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, are NOT eligible.
  • Age Limit:
    • Minimum Age: 18 years as of 31/05/2025.
    • Maximum Age: 25 years as of 31/05/2025.
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/ST: Up to 5 years.
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer – NCL): Up to 3 years. (Valid NCL certificate required) 
    • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Up to 10 years. (Valid certificate required) 

Important Dates

  • Date of Notification: 29/04/2025 
  • Application Start Date: 29/04/2025
  • Last Date for Application Submission (Online Portal & Email): 31/05/2025 
  • Exam Date: Not Applicable (Selection based on merit) 

Stipend & Benefits During Apprenticeship

  • Stipend: Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and as notified by the Government from time to time. The exact amount is not specified in the notification but will adhere to government norms.
  • Other Benefits: No other benefits or financial assistance will be provided by IREL during the training period.
  • Duration: The apprenticeship training duration is one year for all trades.
  • Employment Obligation: IREL has no obligation to offer regular employment to apprentices during or after the completion of the training period. Apprentices will be relieved after successful completion of the training.

IREL Apprentice Selection Process 2025

The selection methodology involves the following stages:

  1. Merit List: Selection will be based purely on a merit list prepared from the marks scored in the specified educational qualification.
    • Tie-Breaking: In case of a tie in marks, the candidate with higher marks in the specified qualification will be preferred. If still tied, the candidate senior in age (based on Date of Birth) will be selected.
  2. Priority Criteria: The following priority order will be applied for selection at the Rare Earths Division (RED):
    • A. Land Affected Category candidates (relevant to RED, if applicable).
    • B. Candidates from peripheral villages (within 10 km radius of RED) and wards of serving/deceased IREL employees.
    • C. Candidates from Ernakulam District.
    • D. Candidates from Kerala State.
    • E. Others.
    • Documentary proof is required for categories A, B, C, and D.
  3. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates (based on merit and priority) will be called for document verification. Candidates must produce ORIGINAL documents along with self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates (Education, Age, Caste/PwBD, Portal Enrollment Proof, Aadhaar, Nativity, etc.). Failure to produce original documents or not meeting eligibility criteria will lead to rejection.
  4. Medical Examination: Candidates shortlisted after document verification must undergo a medical examination by the Company’s authorized doctor and be declared “Medically Fit”.
  5. Police Verification: Due to the nature of the facility, selected apprentices must submit a Police Verification Certificate from their local police authorities before joining the training.

How to Apply for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Follow these steps carefully:

  1. Portal Registration (Mandatory):
  2. Apply on Portal:
    • Trade Apprentices: Apply through Establishment Registration No. E11153200006 on the Apprenticeship India portal.
    • Graduate & Technician Apprentices: Apply through Establishment Registration No. SKLERC000015 on the NATS portal.
  3. Download & Fill Application Form: Download the application proforma (Annexure-A from the notification PDF or the separate Application Form PDF). Fill it out completely in BLOCK LETTERS. Affix a recent passport-size photograph.
  4. Prepare Documents: Gather self-attested photocopies of all required documents:
    • Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate/Birth Certificate).
    • 10th Mark Sheet.
    • Caste (SC/ST/OBC-NCL), EWS, PwBD certificates (if applicable, in prescribed format). OBC-NCL certificate must be valid.
    • Declaration form for OBC-NCL (as applicable).
    • All Semester/Year-wise mark sheets and final Degree/Diploma/ITI certificate.
    • Nativity Certificate.
    • Aadhaar Card.
    • Proof of enrollment in the respective apprenticeship portal (NATS/Apprenticeship India).
  5. Email Application: Scan the completed application form and all supporting documents. Send these scanned copies via email to [email protected].
    • The subject line of the email MUST be: “APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL/RED/HRM/Apprentices Engagement/2025-26/01”.
  6. Deadline: Ensure your email containing the scanned application and documents reaches IREL on or before 31/05/2025. Late applications will not be considered.

Application Fees

The official notification does not mention any application fees and typically, applications for apprenticeships under the Apprentices Act do not involve fees.

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