HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Electrician, COPA, Fitter & Other Posts
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Miniratna Cat-1 company under the Ministry of Mines, has invited online applications for 171 Trade Apprentice seats at its Malanjkhand Copper Project in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh. The biggest intake is for Electrician (36 places), then Computer Assistant (COPA) (20 places) and Fitter (16 places), with 16 more trades. If you have passed 10th or ITI, this is a good chance to learn on a real mining site.
Applications run from 5 November 2026 to 24 November 2026, and you must finish two steps: first register on the apprenticeship portal, then apply on the HCL website. Read every section below before you start, and keep your 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate and Aadhaar ready, because a small mismatch in your details can cost you the seat. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more PSU jobs.
Key Highlights – HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
This is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act 1961. It is training, not a regular job. The notification itself says there is no scope for employment in HCL or MCP after the training ends, and an apprentice cannot claim a right of employment.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project |
| Advertisement No. | HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 |
| Notification Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Total Seats | 171 across 19 trades |
| Stipend | As admissible under the rules |
| Training Place | Malanjkhand, Dist. Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh |
| Last Date | 24 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in HCL Malanjkhand Apprentice 2026?
The table gives seats by category for each trade. The notification shows no PwBD column. HCL may also increase or decrease the number of seats as per its requirement.
| Trade (Training Period) | Category-wise Seats | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Mate Mines, Fresher (3 Years) | UR 3, OBC 1 | 4 |
| Shotfirer or Blaster, Mines (2 Years) | UR 6, SC 2, ST 1, OBC 3, EWS 1 | 13 |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic, LMV (1 Year 3 Months) | UR 2, SC 1, OBC 2, EWS 1 | 6 |
| Mechanic Diesel (1 Year) | UR 5, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 2, EWS 1 | 10 |
| Fitter (1 Year) | UR 6, SC 3, ST 1, OBC 5, EWS 1 | 16 |
| Turner or Machinist (1 Year) | UR 7, SC 2, ST 1, OBC 4, EWS 2 | 16 |
| Welder, Gas and Electric (1 Year) | UR 6, SC 3, ST 2, OBC 4, EWS 1 | 16 |
| Electrician (1 Year) | UR 15, SC 5, ST 2, OBC 10, EWS 4 | 36 |
| Draughtsman Civil (1 Year) | UR 1, OBC 1 | 2 |
| Draughtsman Mechanical (1 Year) | SC 1, ST 1, EWS 1 | 3 |
| Computer Assistant, COPA (1 Year) | UR 8, SC 3, ST 1, OBC 6, EWS 2 | 20 |
| Surveyor (1 Year) | UR 2, OBC 1 | 3 |
| AC and Refrigeration Mechanic (1 Year) | UR 1, SC 1 | 2 |
| Mason, Building Constructor (1 Year) | ST 1, OBC 1 | 2 |
| Carpenter (1 Year) | UR 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 | 3 |
| Plumber (1 Year) | UR 2, SC 1 | 3 |
| Horticulture Assistant (1 Year) | UR 1, OBC 1 | 2 |
| Instrument Mechanic (1 Year) | UR 4, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 3, EWS 1 | 10 |
| Solar Technician, Electrician (1 Year) | UR 1, SC 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 | 4 |
| Total | Sum of all trades | 171 |
Some trades have no seat at all for some categories. Mate Mines has none for SC, ST or EWS, and Draughtsman Mechanical has none for UR or OBC. Check your own trade row before you apply.
What is the Eligibility for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026?
Educational Qualification
Everyone needs to have passed 10th or Matric (under the 10+2 system, or its equivalent). Beyond that, it depends on the trade:
| Trades | What You Need |
|---|---|
| Mate Mines, Shotfirer or Blaster, Driver-cum-Mechanic | 10th pass; no ITI needed |
| The other 16 trades | 10th pass plus ITI in the same trade from a recognised institute |
For 10th pass government jobs seekers, the first three trades are open without ITI. If you hold an ITI, see more ITI government jobs too. The Shotfirer or Blaster trade also needs only 10th, as the notification’s table and its selection clause show, although the eligibility clause names only trades 1 and 3 as 10th-only. If you plan to apply there, check the PDF once yourself.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 25 years |
| SC and ST | Upper limit relaxed by 5 years |
| OBC | Upper limit relaxed by 3 years |
Age and qualification are counted as on the cut-off date, 1 November 2026. The notification says all government guidelines on this will be observed.
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Conditions That Can Cost You the Seat
| Condition | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Higher qualification | Diploma, B.E. or equivalent holders shall not be considered |
| Graduates | B.A., B.Sc., B.Com. and similar degrees get no extra weightage |
| ITI passed in 2025 or earlier | Upload an affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper, sworn before a Magistrate or Notary, saying you have not done apprenticeship or taken any job |
| Already in a contract | Not eligible unless both the earlier organisation and RDSDE have accepted your resignation |
| Completed under NAPS | Not eligible for another contract in any other trade |
| Mismatch in details | Name, parents’ names, date of birth or Aadhaar mismatch with mark sheets may lead to disqualification |
| False information | Any fake certificate or suppressed fact cancels your candidature |
| Medical fitness | You must be declared medically fit as per HCL requirement |
What is the Stipend for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026?
The notification says the stipend is as admissible under the rules. It does not give a rupee figure, so we are not guessing one. Apprentices are paid a stipend during training and are not salaried employees. Look at the official PDF and the HCL website for any later detail on the amount.
Training periods differ by trade. Mate Mines is the longest at 3 years, Shotfirer or Blaster takes 2 years, Driver-cum-Mechanic takes 1 year 3 months, and the other 16 trades take 1 year each.
What is the Selection Process for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Merit list | Based on marks in ITI and 10th |
| Weightage with ITI | 30% to relevant ITI trade marks, 70% to 10th board marks |
| Trades without ITI | 100% weightage to 10th board marks (trades such as Mate Mines and Blaster, Mines) |
| Tie-break | If marks are equal, the older candidate is preferred |
| CGPA in 10th | Multiply CGPA by 9.5 to get the percentage |
| Shortlist | List of shortlisted candidates on 08 December 2026 |
| Verification and medical | Candidature is provisional until certificates are verified; medical fitness is required |
The stages above are everything the notification prescribes. Remember that the management’s decision is final on eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications and the mode of selection, and no correspondence will be entertained.
How to Apply Online for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026?
Both steps are mandatory, whether you apply on a 10th basis or an ITI basis. Applications by any other mode will not be accepted.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register as an apprentice on the Government of India apprenticeship portal (link in Essential Links). Choose Establishment Search and select Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project |
| 2 | Note the unique registration number the portal gives you (format Axxxxxxxxx). Without it your application is not considered finally submitted |
| 3 | Make sure your portal profile is 100% Aadhaar verified, matches your 10th or ITI mark sheet, and has bank account and eKYC updated |
| 4 | On the portal, apply to Malanjkhand Copper Project, HCL against your trade, and take a print of the applied copy |
| 5 | Open the HCL career page (link in Essential Links) and fill the online form with your registration number |
| 6 | Upload a passport-size colour photo and an English signature in black ink, each under 50 KB in JPG format |
| 7 | ITI pass-outs of 2025 or earlier also upload the affidavit as a PDF under 1 MB |
| 8 | Submit, then print the application and the acknowledgement slip. Submit your portal profile copy with the form; without the applied copy print and application form, your candidature is forfeited |
After selection, the establishment generates your apprenticeship training contract on the portal, which shows as a number starting TMP. You accept it, it then shows as a number starting CN, and the regional directorate (RDSDE, Bhopal) approves it if all guidelines were followed. Download the contract, get it signed by your guardian and approved by the Apprenticeship Advisor, and submit it. Check the portal and your email regularly until the contract is done.
Only one application per candidate is accepted (One Applicant – One Application). Multiple applications received in contravention of this condition shall not be accepted, and only the first submitted form is considered. Pick the one trade that matches your qualification best. Do not wait for the last day, and keep your email and mobile active, because HCL will announce any update only on its website.
What are the Important Dates for HCL Malanjkhand Apprentice 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 05 November 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age and Qualification | 01 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 November 2026 |
| Shortlisted Candidates List | 08 December 2026 |
What is the Application Fee for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | The notification mentions no application fee |
Essential Links – HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register Online for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Step 1 – apprenticeship portal registration (mandatory))
- Apply Online for HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Step 2 – online application on HCL website (opens 5 Nov))
- Visit HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Official Website
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If the 19 trades suit you, do not wait: register on the apprenticeship portal early, keep your mark sheets and Aadhaar details ready, and complete the HCL form well before 24 November 2026. Explore more PSU jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in and good luck with your application.