NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 538 ITI, Diploma and Graduate Training Places at NFC Hyderabad
Nuclear Fuel Complex, Hyderabad, a unit of the Department of Atomic Energy, has released two advertisements together for the apprenticeship year 2026-27, and between them they offer 538 training places. One advertisement is meant for ITI passed candidates, the other for Diploma and Graduate engineers. The monthly stipend ranges from Rs 10,560 to Rs 12,300 depending on your stream and trade, and this is one of the better paid apprenticeship openings among Telangana government jobs this season.
Please read one thing before you get excited. This is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961 — one year of training, not a permanent job. Both streams close on the same day, 16 September 2026, and neither advertisement mentions an application fee. But they use two completely different portals, and an application filed on the wrong one never reaches NFC. This guide from GovtJobsAlert.in keeps the two streams separate so that you land on the right form the first time.
What Are the Key Highlights of NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Nuclear Fuel Complex, Hyderabad (Department of Atomic Energy) |
| Advertisement Numbers | NFC/R-III/1/08/2026 and NFC/R-III/1/08/2026/1365 |
| Total Vacancies | 538 |
| Streams | ITI Trade Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs 10,560 to Rs 12,300 |
| Training Period | One year |
| Job Location | NFC, ECIL Post, Hyderabad-500062, Telangana |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned in either advertisement |
| Last Date | 16 September 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The ITI advertisement carries 432 of the 538 places across 16 trades, and the Diploma and Graduate advertisement carries the remaining 106 across 13 disciplines. Two lines are printed with a zero and are shown here exactly as they appear, so you do not waste an application on them.
| ITI Trade | Monthly Stipend | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | Rs 11,040 | 133 |
| Turner | Rs 11,040 | 51 |
| Electrician | Rs 11,040 | 58 |
| Machinist | Rs 11,040 | 24 |
| Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | Rs 11,040 | 13 |
| Instrument Mechanic | Rs 11,040 | 15 |
| Electronics Mechanic | Rs 11,040 | 26 |
| Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | Rs 11,040 | 6 |
| Motor Mechanics (Vehicle) | Rs 11,040 | 3 |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | Rs 11,040 | 1 |
| COPA | Rs 10,560 | 65 |
| Diesel Mechanic | Rs 10,560 | 3 |
| Carpenter | Rs 10,560 | 5 |
| Plumber | Rs 10,560 | 5 |
| Welder | Rs 10,560 | 24 |
| Stenographer (English) | Rs 10,560 | 0 |
| Discipline | Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | Diploma | 39 |
| Chemical Engineering | Diploma | 13 |
| Mechanical Draftsman Engineering | Diploma | 0 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | Diploma | 3 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Diploma | 14 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | Diploma | 2 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | Diploma | 4 |
| Civil Engineering | Diploma | 4 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Graduate | 16 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Graduate | 4 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | Graduate | 3 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | Graduate | 2 |
| Chemical Engineering | Graduate | 2 |
Both advertisements say the numbers are tentative and may increase or decrease based on office exigencies, so treat them as an indication rather than a promise. Fitter, COPA, Electrician and Turner together hold most of the ITI places, while on the engineering side Mechanical alone accounts for 39 of the Diploma places and 16 of the Graduate ones. If your trade shows a single-digit figure, apply anyway, but understand that it will be decided by a handful of marks and a clean application — so send it early rather than in the last week.
NAPS or NATS: Which Portal Should You Apply On for NFC Apprentice 2026?
This is the part candidates get wrong. The two advertisements use two different national portals and two different establishment codes for the same employer.
| Your Stream | Portal | Establishment Code |
|---|---|---|
| ITI Trade Apprentice | NAPS portal (link in Essential Links) | E11153600013 |
| Diploma Apprentice | NATS portal (link in Essential Links) | STLHDC000003 |
| Graduate Apprentice | NATS portal (link in Essential Links) | STLHDC000003 |
Register on the portal that matches your qualification and search NFC by the code shown in your row. If you register on the other portal, your form simply sits with a scheme NFC is not recruiting you through, and nobody will write to tell you. Copy the code character by character before you search.
What Is the Eligibility for NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
NFC Apprentice 2026 Educational Qualification: 10th + ITI, Diploma or Degree
| Stream | Requirement |
|---|---|
| ITI Trade Apprentice | 10th (SSC) pass and an ITI National Trade Certificate in the trade you apply for |
| Diploma Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering pass in the respective discipline |
| Graduate Apprentice | Graduate in Engineering pass in the respective discipline |
Two bars apply to everyone. Candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 in any government, PSU or private organisation are not eligible to apply. And candidates with post-graduation are not eligible to apply either — a Master’s degree closes this door, so do not apply hoping it will be overlooked at verification. If you are an ITI holder, this is a strong opening among ITI government jobs, and diploma holders should compare it with other current diploma government jobs before choosing.
NFC Apprentice Age Limit 2026 (As on 16 September 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 25 years |
| OBC | 28 years |
| SC / ST | 30 years |
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You must be at least 18 years old as on the closing date, and your upper limit is read on that same date, 16 September 2026 — not on the day you fill the form. Work out your exact age on that date before you start.
What Is the Salary and Stipend for NFC Apprentice 2026 (ITI, Diploma and Graduate)?
| Stream | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI trades at S.No. 1 to 10 (Fitter to Draughtsman) | Rs 11,040 |
| ITI trades at S.No. 11 to 16 (COPA to Stenographer) | Rs 10,560 |
| Diploma (Engineering) Apprentice | Rs 10,900 |
| Graduate (Engineering) Apprentice | Rs 12,300 |
The stipend is paid under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the full one-year training period. Plan your money around two lines in the advertisement: no travelling allowance or dearness allowance is payable for joining if you are selected, and accommodation is provided by the establishment only subject to availability of quarters. If quarters are not free, Hyderabad rent comes out of this stipend, so budget for it before you accept.
What Is the Selection Process for NFC Apprentice 2026 (Walk-in-Interview)?
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | The Selection Committees of NFC go through the applications received on the portal and shortlist candidates as per the vacancies indicated |
| Walk-in-Interview | Selection is made through Walk-in-Interview, and the call is communicated to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only |
| Verification of credentials | Original certificates are checked against what you claimed on the portal |
| Character and antecedents | Verified, including a police verification certificate for your Aadhaar address |
| Medical fitness | A Medical Fitness Certificate from an Assistant Civil Surgeon or Civil Surgeon is required at joining |
| Trade Test | After the training year, a Trade Test decides your proficiency; passing it earns the National Apprenticeship Certificate |
The interview call goes only to your registered e-mail, so use an address you check every week and keep it active for the whole cycle. Start the police verification certificate now — no format is prescribed for it, and it is needed on the day you report, not later. Getting it from the office of the Superintendent or Commissioner of Police in your district takes time in most states, and candidates lose their place every year over this one paper rather than over anything in the interview.
What Can Disqualify You from NFC Apprentice 2026?
| Condition | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Late or incomplete forms | Applications received after the due date or incomplete applications are liable to be rejected |
| Suppression of facts | Suppression of facts by applicants shall lead to disqualification at any stage of the selection process |
| Qualification mismatch | On any deviation from or non-conformity with the desired qualification, the candidature of the candidate shall be summarily rejected |
| Earlier apprenticeship | Anyone who has already done or is currently doing an apprenticeship under the Act anywhere is not eligible |
| Post-graduation | Candidates with post-graduation are not eligible to apply |
| Category claim | An SC, ST or OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) claim must be entered at registration, otherwise you are considered under General |
| Breaking the contract | If the contract is terminated for failure to carry out its terms, the apprentice shall refund the cost of training as determined by the Apprenticeship Adviser, and apprentices shall not be entitled to enter into another contract of apprenticeship |
| Canvassing | Any canvassing or personal follow-up leads to immediate cancellation of candidature |
| No employment right | The offer confers no right of employment in NFC, and there is no provision for appointment after the training is completed |
How to Apply Online for NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register on the portal for your stream — NAPS for ITI, NATS for Diploma and Graduate (links in Essential Links) |
| 2 | Log in with your registered e-mail id and password |
| 3 | Search Nuclear Fuel Complex using the establishment code for your stream |
| 4 | Open the trade or discipline you are eligible for and click Apply |
| 5 | Upload every required document or certificate on the portal |
| 6 | Submit on or before 16 September 2026 and save a printout of the form |
Before you begin, keep your 10th marksheet, your ITI or engineering certificate, Aadhaar card, bank passbook and passport-size photographs scanned and ready. The portal asks for them in one sitting, and a half-filled form counts as incomplete. Enter your category at the time of registration itself, and carry the original caste certificate to joining — a claim you did not record on the portal cannot be added later, and that one omission moves you into the General list.
What Are the Important Dates for NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| ITI advertisement issued | 27 August 2026 |
| Diploma and Graduate advertisement issued | 24 August 2026 |
| Last date for both streams | 16 September 2026 |
| Age reckoned as on | 16 September 2026 |
| Walk-in-Interview | To be communicated by e-mail |
| Training commencement | To be intimated by e-mail |
Is There Any Application Fee for NFC Apprentice 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | No application fee mentioned |
Neither advertisement mentions any application fee. So nobody has any business asking you for money for this engagement — if any agent offers you a seat here for a payment, walk away and report it.
Essential Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| ITI Trade Apprentice Notification | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Diploma and Graduate Notification | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Apply Online — ITI (NAPS) | Apply Here |
| Apply Online — Diploma and Graduate (NATS) | Apply Here |
| Official Website | NFC Recruitment |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join Here |
| Telegram Channel | Join Here |
A year inside a Department of Atomic Energy plant, a National Apprenticeship Certificate at the end of it and a stipend while you learn is a genuinely useful start, provided you go in knowing it is training and not an appointment. Pick your stream, use the right portal, and get the form in well before 16 September 2026 rather than on the closing evening. For more openings like this one, keep checking engineering government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in — we post every new apprenticeship notification the day it comes out.