NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 158 Trade, Diploma & Graduate Apprentice Posts at Madras Atomic Power Station — Apply Offline by 30 June
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a Public Sector Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released Notification for engagement of 158 Apprentices at the Madras Atomic Power Station (MAPS), Kalpakkam (Tamil Nadu) under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The drive covers 124 Trade Apprentice posts (11 ITI trades), 18 Diploma Apprentice posts (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Instrumentation, Civil), and 16 Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) posts (HR, Contracts & Material Management, Finance & Accounts, Health Physics Unit, Chemical Lab).
This is an apprenticeship-only engagement — there is no application fee, no separate written test, and selection is purely on the basis of qualifying-exam marks. Applications are accepted by post (offline) in the prescribed Annexure-1 format, with prior online registration on NATS / NAPS as a mandatory first step. The deadline is 30 June 2026. If you hold an ITI / Diploma / Non-Engineering Graduate qualification and want hands-on training at a top nuclear PSU, this is a strong opportunity covered in detail on GovtJobsAlert.in.
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Key Highlights at a Glance
NPCIL MAPS is one of India’s premier atomic energy installations. The Kalpakkam complex sits in Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, and runs the 220 MW Madras Atomic Power Station along with adjoining DAE/IGCAR facilities. This recruitment is a one-year apprenticeship engagement and does NOT guarantee post-training employment — but it gives candidates premium PSU experience and a stipend during training. If you’re scanning PSU government job notifications, this is one of the biggest atomic-sector apprentice openings of 2026.
- Post Names: Trade Apprentice (11 ITI trades), Diploma Apprentice (4 engineering branches), Graduate Apprentice — Non-Engineering (5 disciplines)
- Total Vacancies: 158 (Trade Apprentice: 124 + Diploma Apprentice: 18 + Graduate Apprentice: 16)
- Stipend / Pay Level: Rs. 9,600 – Rs. 12,300 per month (trade-wise; as per Apprentices Act, 1961)
- Job Location: Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu — 603102
- Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026 (application must reach NPCIL MAPS by post)
How Many Vacancies are in NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Post-wise Breakdown
The 158 vacancies are split across three apprentice categories. Trade Apprentice (ITI-based) is the largest pool with 124 posts. Within the Trade pool, Fitter (39) and Electrician / Instrument Mechanic / Electronic Mechanic (18 each) form the bulk. 6 PwBD seats are reserved horizontally across categories.
| Apprentice Category | Engagements | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 124 | Rs. 9,600 / Rs. 10,560 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 18 | Rs. 10,900 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) | 16 | Rs. 12,300 |
| Total | 158 |
Trade Apprentice trade-wise: Fitter — 39, Electrician — 18, Instrument Mechanic — 18, Electronic Mechanic — 18, Machinist — 10, Turner — 6, Welder — 6, Draughtsman (Mechanical) — 5, Mason — 2, Carpenter — 1, Plumber — 1.
Diploma Apprentice branch-wise: Mechanical — 6, Electronics & Instrumentation — 6, Electrical — 3, Civil — 3.
Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) discipline-wise: Human Resources — 7, Contracts & Material Management — 3, Finance & Accounts — 2, Health Physics Unit — 2, Chemical Lab — 2.
What is the Eligibility for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility differs per apprentice category. All qualifications must be Full-Time / Regular — correspondence / distance / part-time courses are NOT accepted.
Educational Qualification
- Trade Apprentice: ITI Pass Certificate (Full-Time / Regular) in the relevant trade — Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Welder, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Electrician, Instrument Mechanic, Electronic Mechanic, Carpenter, Plumber or Mason. See more ITI-level government job notifications on GovtJobsAlert.in.
- Diploma Apprentice: Full-Time / Regular Diploma in Engineering in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics & Instrumentation / Civil from a State Board of Technical Education or a Government-recognised institute.
- Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): Full-Time / Regular Graduate Degree in non-engineering or general streams such as B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com. (including sandwich courses) from a College / University recognised by AICTE / UGC / State Government / Central Government. For Finance posts B.Com candidates are preferred; for HR / Contracts any graduation works; for Health Physics Unit and Chemical Lab a science-stream B.Sc. is preferred.
- Time-window rule: Diploma / Graduate candidates must have passed the qualifying exam within 5 years of 30 June 2026 to be eligible on NATS 2.0.
Age Limit (as on 30 June 2026)
- Trade Apprentice: 18 – 24 years
- Diploma Apprentice: 18 – 25 years
- Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): 21 – 28 years
- Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non Creamy Layer), 10 years for PwBD candidates as per Government of India orders.
Physical Standards
Minimum height 137 cm, minimum weight 25.4 kg, chest expansion 3.8 cm. Candidate must be free from any contagious / infectious disease and free from any evidence of Tuberculosis (active or healed). Final engagement is subject to medical fitness certified by the Competent Authority and Police Verification (MAPS is a highly prohibited area).
What is the Salary / Stipend for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The stipend is paid per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Government of India norms applicable from time to time. This is a fixed monthly stipend during the one-year training period — there is no separate scale or annual increment.
- Trade Apprentice (after 1-year ITI): Rs. 9,600 per month
- Trade Apprentice (after 2-year ITI): Rs. 10,560 per month
- Diploma Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month
- Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): Rs. 12,300 per month
Engagement is for a maximum of 12 months (01 year) of structured on-the-job training at NPCIL Madras Atomic Power Station. NPCIL has no obligation to offer regular employment after training, nor are apprentices obliged to accept any employment with NPCIL.
Aadhaar must be linked with the candidate’s bank account before the application is filed, because stipend disbursement happens directly via Aadhaar-linked bank credit.
What is the Selection Process for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection is purely on qualifying-exam marks — there is no separate written test or interview. Apprentices are shortlisted on a strict merit basis from valid applications.
- Online registration on the relevant National portal — NAPS 2.0 / Apprenticeship India for Trade Apprentice, NATS 2.0 for Diploma and Graduate Apprentice.
- Aadhaar-bank link verification is a pre-requisite before registration.
- Offline application submission by post in Annexure-1 format along with self-attested copies of all certificates.
- Merit list preparation based on qualifying-exam marks (ITI / Diploma / Graduation). Preference is given to candidates from neighbouring villages within 16 km radius of the Plant Site.
- Tie-breakers: older candidate ranks higher; further ties resolved by higher Matriculation percentage.
- Document verification with originals, medical fitness examination by Competent Authority, and Police Verification + Character / Conduct Certificate before final engagement.
You can browse general syllabus and exam pattern resources for reference, but no separate exam is held for this apprenticeship.
How to Apply Offline for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Applications are offline (by post) only, but online portal registration is mandatory first. Read each step carefully — late, incomplete or erroneous applications will be summarily rejected without communication.
- Register on the relevant National portal first — Trade Apprentice candidates at the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS / Apprenticeship India) portal; Graduate / Diploma Apprentice candidates at the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal.
- Link your Aadhaar with your bank account — this is mandatory for stipend disbursement.
- Download the application form (Annexure-1) from the NPCIL official website’s HR Management / Opportunities section.
- Fill the application form in prescribed format, affix a recent passport-size photograph, sign it, and attach self-attested copies of all required documents — Birth Certificate / SSC Marksheet, 10th and 12th marksheets, ITI / Diploma / Graduation certificates with all semester / year marksheets, Caste Certificate, EWS Income & Assets certificate (if applicable), PwBD Disability Certificate, Police Verification, Character / Conduct Certificate, Aadhaar, 4 passport photos, residential proof if within 16 km, online portal registration copy, and CGPA-to-percentage conversion proof if applicable.
- Send the duly-filled application by post to: Deputy Manager (HRM), Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited, Madras Atomic Power Station, Kalpakkam — 603102, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu.
- The application must reach NPCIL MAPS on or before 30 June 2026.
What are the Important Dates for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Portal Registration (NATS / NAPS) | Open Now |
| Offline Application — Last Date to Reach NPCIL | 30 June 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age, Qualification & Eligibility | 30 June 2026 |
| Caste / EWS Certificate Validity | As on 30 June 2026 |
What is the Application Fee for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is charged for this recruitment. NPCIL apprentice engagements under the Apprentices Act, 1961 are free of cost.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
This is one of the few PSU engagements where you save the fee burden — make sure you don’t miss the postal deadline of 30 June 2026.
Essential Links — NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Register / Apply for Trade Apprentice (Apprenticeship India)
- Register / Apply for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice (NATS 2.0)
- Visit NPCIL Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Tamil Nadu Govt Jobs
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a fee-free, merit-based engagement at a top nuclear PSU in Kalpakkam, offering up to Rs. 12,300 per month stipend during a 12-month training. Don’t wait for the last day — register on NATS / NAPS, prepare your Annexure-1 with all certificates, and dispatch your envelope well before 30 June 2026. For more PSU and apprenticeship notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.