IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 12 Posts, Apply Offline

Introduction

IREL (India) Limited, a Government of India undertaking, has announced an intermediate engagement of Apprentices for the year 2026-27 at its Chavara unit in Kerala. This recruitment drive aims to fill 12 vacancies across various designated trades, including Trade Apprentices, Graduate Apprentices, Technician Apprentices, and General Stream students. The application process is offline, and interested candidates must ensure they meet the specified eligibility criteria before applying. The last date to submit applications is October 31, 2026. This is an for individuals seeking apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. All details regarding eligibility, application procedure, and selection methodology are provided in the official notification, which candidates are strongly advised to read thoroughly. The official notification PDF and application portal links are available for your convenience.

IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

Candidates must possess the specified qualifications for each post. Qualifications acquired through Distance Learning Mode, Part Time Mode, or Correspondence Mode will not be considered., individuals who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any government, public sector, or private industrial organization are not eligible to apply.

• Fitter: ITI in Fitter Trade
• Welder: ITI in Welder Trade
• AAO(P): M.Sc (Chemistry)
• Mechanical (Graduate Apprentice): B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical
• Mechanical (Technician Apprentice): Diploma in Mechanical
• Executive BBA(Fin)/B.Com: BBA(Fin)/B.Com

Candidates with higher or professional qualifications such as postgraduate degrees in Engineering (ME/M Tech), MCA, MBA, MSc, MA, M.Com, CA/ICWA, PhD, or LL.B (except for AAO(P)) need not apply, as these are considered higher than the prescribed induction level qualifications.

Age Limit and Relaxation

As of the application deadline (October 31, 2026), candidates must be a minimum of 18 years old and a maximum of 25 years old. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as follows:

• SC/ST candidates: up to 5 years
• OBC (NCL) candidates: up to 3 years
• PWD candidates: up to 10 years

Application Fee

The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment drive.

Salary and Stipend

The rate of stipend for apprentices will be as prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and as notified by the Government from time to time. IREL (India) Limited will not provide any other benefits or financial assistance to apprentices during their training period.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from the marks scored in the specified educational qualification. Candidates must also be found medically fit by IREL (India) Limited's Medical Officer. In case of a tie in marks, the higher marks in the specified educational qualification will be considered. If there is still a tie, seniority based on the date of birth will be used.

The following priority will be given for selection:

1. Candidates belonging to Land Affected Category.
2. Candidates from Mining areas and peripheral villages within a 10 KM radius of IREL (India) Limited, Chavara unit.
3. Wards of serving employees / Forum members.
4. Candidates belonging to Kollam District.
5. Candidates belonging to Kerala State.
6. Others.

Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications offline. The application should be in the proforma provided in Annexure A of the notification, preferably type-written on A4 size paper. Applications should be sent by post, preferably through speed post, to the address mentioned in the official notification.

Required Documents

Candidates are required to submit original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies. These should include documents related to educational qualification, age, and caste/PWD status (if applicable). Specific documents to be submitted with the application include:

• Portal Registration No.
• Aadhaar No.
• Semester-wise/year-wise mark sheets and Pass certificate in the respective discipline.
• Documentary proof for Land Affected Category / Mining areas and peripheral villages within 10 KM radius of IREL, Chavara unit.
• Nativity Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• One passport-size photograph.
• Police Verification Certificate issued by the concerned Police authorities.

For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PWD), valid certificates issued by the Competent Authority are mandatory. OBC non-creamy layer status must be valid, and the OBC certificate should be the latest one. EWS candidates must submit the Income and Assets Certificate.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the entire official notification before applying. Ensure all information provided in the application form is correct, as the candidate is solely responsible for the accuracy of the details. Only one trade can be applied for. Candidates must maintain an active email ID and mobile number throughout the apprenticeship period and for one year thereafter. Suppressing information about higher qualifications will lead to ineligibility or termination. Ensure that the application is complete and meets all eligibility criteria to avoid rejection.

Official Notification and Application Links

For detailed information and to download the application form, please refer to the official notification:

Download Official Notification

The application process is managed through the Apprenticeship India portal:

Apply Online via Apprenticeship India Portal

Relevant FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the IREL Apprentice recruitment?
A1: The last date to submit applications is October 31, 2026.

Q2: Can candidates with higher qualifications apply?
A2: No, candidates with higher or professional qualifications beyond the prescribed level for the advertised seats are not eligible.

Q3: Is there an application fee?
A3: The official notification does not mention any application fee.

Q4: How will candidates be selected?
A4: Selection will be based on a merit list of marks scored in the educational qualification, followed by a medical fitness test.