IREL (India) Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details, Eligibility & How to Apply
IREL (India) Limited, Chavara has released the official notification for engagement of 89 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2026-27. This recruitment covers Trade Apprentices, Graduate Apprentices, Technician Apprentices, and General Stream Executive positions at the Chavara unit in Kollam District, Kerala. The stipend during training is as prescribed by the Government of India under the Apprenticeship Rules.
Whether you hold an ITI certificate, Engineering Diploma, B.Tech/BE degree, or a graduation degree like B.Com, BA, BBA, or BSc, this is your chance to gain hands-on apprenticeship training at a prestigious Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy. The last date to submit the application is 24 February 2026 — read this complete article on GovtJobsAlert.in for all details.
Key Highlights about IREL (India) Limited Apprentice Engagement 2026-27
IREL (India) Limited (formerly Indian Rare Earths Limited) is a Government of India undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy. The company is engaged in mining and processing of beach sand minerals and rare earths, with its major unit at Chavara in Kollam District, Kerala. This apprenticeship engagement offers training across multiple trades and disciplines for 2026-27.
- Post Names: Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, General Stream Executive
- Total Vacancies: 89
- Stipend: As prescribed under Apprenticeship Rules (minimum ₹7,000 – ₹9,000/month depending on category)
- Training Location: IREL Chavara Unit, Kollam District, Kerala
- Notification Date: 10 February 2026
- Application Last Date: 24 February 2026
IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Trade / Discipline | Qualification | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| A. Trade Apprentices | ||
| Fitter | ITI in Fitter Trade | 10 |
| Electrician | ITI in Electrician | 09 |
| MRAC | ITI in MRAC | 02 |
| Instrumentation | ITI in Instrumentation | 01 |
| Electronics | ITI in Electronics | 01 |
| Diesel Mechanic | ITI in Diesel Mechanic | 02 |
| Plumber | ITI in Plumber | 08 |
| Welder | ITI in Welder | 03 |
| Machinist | ITI in Machinist | 02 |
| Carpenter | ITI in Carpenter | 02 |
| Draughtsman Civil | ITI in Draughtsman Civil | 03 |
| Surveyor | ITI in Surveyor | 04 |
| AAO(P) | M.Sc (Chemistry) | 03 |
| MLT | VHSE (MLT) | 01 |
| B. Graduate Apprentices | ||
| Mechanical | B.Tech/BE in Mechanical | 06 |
| Electrical | B.Tech/BE in Electrical | 02 |
| Civil | B.Tech/BE in Civil | 03 |
| Computer Science | B.Tech/BE in Computer Science | 01 |
| Instrumentation | B.Tech/BE in Instrumentation | 01 |
| Mining | B.Tech/BE in Mining | 02 |
| C. Technician Apprentices | ||
| Mechanical | Diploma in Mechanical | 06 |
| Instrumentation | Diploma in Instrumentation | 01 |
| Mining | Diploma in Mining | 02 |
| D. General Stream Students | ||
| Executive | B.Com | 02 |
| Executive | BA / BBA / BSc | 09 |
| Executive | BSc (Geology) | 03 |
| Total | 89 |
Note: Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD will be as per the prescribed percentage applicable to the State of Kerala.
IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification for IREL Apprentice 2026
- Trade Apprentices: Must hold the relevant ITI certificate in the designated trade as mentioned in the vacancy table. For AAO(P), M.Sc (Chemistry) is required. For MLT, VHSE (MLT) is required.
- Graduate Apprentices: B.Tech or BE degree in the relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Computer Science, Instrumentation, or Mining) from a recognized University/Institution.
- Technician Apprentices: Diploma in the relevant discipline (Mechanical, Instrumentation, or Mining) from a recognized Polytechnic/Institution.
- General Stream Executive: B.Com, BA, BBA, BSc, or BSc (Geology) from a recognized University.
Important: Qualifications acquired through Distance Learning, Part-Time, or Correspondence Mode will NOT be accepted. Candidates with higher qualifications such as ME/M.Tech, MCA, MBA, MSc, MA, M.Com, CA/ICWA, PhD, or LLB are NOT eligible (except AAO(P) which requires M.Sc). Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any organization are also NOT eligible.
Age Limit for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 years as on the last date of application (24 February 2026)
- Maximum Age: 25 years as on the last date of application
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST — up to 5 years | OBC (NCL) — up to 3 years | PWD — up to 10 years
IREL Apprentice 2026 Stipend and Benefits
Apprentices engaged at IREL (India) Limited, Chavara will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and as notified by the Government of India. The current minimum prescribed stipend rates are:
- Graduate Apprentices (B.Tech/BE holders): ₹9,000 per month (minimum)
- Technician Apprentices (Diploma holders): ₹8,000 per month (minimum)
- Trade Apprentices (ITI holders): ₹7,000 per month (minimum)
For apprenticeships extending beyond one year, a 10% increase in stipend applies in the second year and a further 15% increase in the third year. During the training period, IREL will not provide any other benefits or financial assistance beyond the prescribed stipend.
IREL Apprentice 2026 Selection Process Explained
The selection of apprentices will be purely on the basis of merit — marks scored in the specified educational qualification — subject to being found “Medically Fit” by IREL’s Medical Officer.
Priority in Selection of Apprentices
The following priority order will be adopted:
- Candidates belonging to Land Affected Category (certificate from Resources Department required)
- Candidates from Mining area and peripheral villages within 10 KM radius of IREL Chavara unit
- Wards of serving IREL employees / Forum members
- Candidates belonging to Kollam District
- Candidates belonging to Kerala State
- Others
In case of a tie, higher marks in the qualifying exam will be considered. If still tied, seniority in date of birth will be the deciding factor. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Medical Examination and must be declared “Medically Fit” before engagement.
How to Apply for IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
This is an offline application process. Before starting, keep the following documents ready: 10th pass/Matriculation certificate, HSC mark sheet, qualification certificates and mark sheets, category certificates (if applicable), Nativity Certificate, Aadhaar Card, and one passport size photograph.
- Register on the appropriate online portal first — Trade/ITI Apprentices must register on the Apprenticeship India portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in). Graduate, Technician, and General Stream candidates must register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). Portal registration is mandatory before applying.
- Apply for the apprenticeship through establishment registration number E08153200007 on the respective portal
- Download and print the Application Form (Annexure A) from the notification PDF
- Fill the application form completely and paste your passport size photograph in the designated space
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents listed above
- Write on the outer cover: “APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICE AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL(India) Limited / Chavara/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27 dated 10-02-2026”
- Send the application by post (preferably speed post) to: The DGM (HRM), IREL (India) Limited, Chavara, Kollam District, Kerala – 691583
- The application must reach on or before 24 February 2026 — applications received after this date will not be considered
- Keep a photocopy of the filled application for your own reference
Important: Candidates can apply for only one trade. Applications without prior registration on the respective portal will not be accepted.
IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates: Application Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date (Hard Copy must reach) | 24 February 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be notified later |
IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee Details
There is no application fee for the IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Candidates need to register on the respective online portal and send the filled application form by post to the address mentioned above. Applications should preferably be sent by speed post.
IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Essential Links: Notification PDF & Registration Portals
- Download IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
- Register for Trade/ITI Apprenticeship on Apprenticeship India Portal
- Register for Graduate/Technician/General Apprenticeship on NATS Portal
- IREL (India) Limited Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Kerala Government Jobs
This is a valuable opportunity for ITI, Diploma, and Degree holders to gain apprenticeship training at IREL (India) Limited, a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy. With 89 vacancies across multiple trades and disciplines, candidates from Kerala and across India should not miss this chance. Remember, the last date for the application to reach IREL is 24 February 2026, so complete your portal registration and send your application by speed post at the earliest. Visit GovtJobsAlert.in for the latest government job updates.