NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 94 Graduate & Diploma Civil Apprentice Posts
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL)
NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Notification Out for 94 Posts
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna company under Coal India Limited, has released the official notification for Graduate Apprentice (B.Com) and Diploma Apprentice (Civil Engineering) posts for the training year 2025–26.
Candidates belonging to Madhya Pradesh (MP) and Uttar Pradesh (UP) domicile are eligible.
Overview of NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice (B.Com), Diploma Apprentice (Civil Engineering) |
| Total Vacancies | 94 |
| Advertisement No. | NCL/HRD/ApprenticeNotification/2025-26/M-7-6 |
| Registration Dates | 09.12.2025 to 23.12.2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Portal | NATS Portal – https://nats.education.gov.in/ |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based + Document Verification + Medical Fitness |
| Stipend | B.Com: ₹12,300/month, Diploma Civil: ₹10,900/month |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Official Website | https://www.nclcil.in |
| Eligible States | Madhya Pradesh & Uttar Pradesh |
| Document Verification | 03.01.2026 to 05.01.2026 (Tentative) |
NCL Apprentice Vacancy 2025 – Total 94 Posts
Discipline-wise Vacancy
| Apprentice Post | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | 26 |
| Diploma in Civil Engineering | 68 |
| Total | 94 |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Training Position | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Com Apprentice | 10 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 26 |
| Diploma Apprentice (Civil) | 27 | 14 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 68 |
| Grand Total | 37 | 19 | 4 | 24 | 10 | 94 |
PwBD Reservation (Horizontal):
3 seats → HOH (1), VI (1), OH (1)
Download NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification
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Apply Online for NCL Apprentice 2025
Apply Online via NATS Portal https://nats.education.gov.in/
Applications open from 09 December 2025.
Eligibility Criteria – NCL Apprentice 2025
Age Limit (as on 01.12.2025)
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 26 years |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC (NCL): +3 years
- PwBD: +10 years
- SC/ST PwBD: +15 years
- OBC PwBD: +13 years
Educational Qualification
| Apprentice Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| B.Com Graduate Apprentice | Full-time 3-year B.Com (UGC recognized) |
| Diploma Apprentice (Civil) | Full-time 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering |
Additional Rules:
- Qualification must be passed after June 2021
- Distance/Correspondence NOT allowed
- Higher qualifications: NOT eligible
- MP/UP domicile certificate is mandatory
NCL Apprentice Stipend 2025
| Apprentice Position | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Com) | ₹12,300 |
| Diploma Apprentice (Civil) | ₹10,900 |
Selection Process – NCL Apprentice 2025
Selection is purely merit-based.
Stages:
- Online Application (NATS Portal)
- Merit List based on % of qualifying exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
- Final Selection & Contract generation
Tie-Breaker:
- Older candidate preferred
- If same DOB → Alphabetical order of name
How to Apply for NCL Apprentice 2025? (Easy Steps)
Follow the steps below to complete your application:
- Visit https://nats.education.gov.in/
- Register & generate Enrolment ID
- Search for NCL Apprentice 2025 notification
- Fill all required details correctly
- Upload photo, signature & documents
- Submit the application form
- Take a printout for future reference
- Shortlisted candidates must appear for Document Verification with originals
For queries: [email protected]
Application Fee
There is no application fee.
The entire application process is free.
FAQs – NCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025
1. What is the last date to apply for NCL Apprentice 2025?
The online application closes on 23 December 2025.
2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 94 apprentice vacancies.
3. Who can apply for NCL Apprentice 2025?
Only MP & UP domicile candidates are eligible.
4. What is the stipend?
- B.Com Apprentice: ₹12,300
- Diploma Civil Apprentice: ₹10,900
5. What is the age limit?
18 to 26 years (with relaxation).
6. What is the selection process?
Merit-based + Document Verification + Medical Fitness.
7. Is higher qualification accepted?
No. Higher qualifications will make the candidate ineligible.
8. Is NATS registration required?
Yes, NATS registration is mandatory.
9. What is the training duration?
Apprenticeship training duration is 1 year.
10. What are the document verification dates?
Tentatively 03 to 05 January 2026.
11. How is tie-breaking done?
Older age → If still tie → Alphabetical name order.
12. Any application fee?
No. Zero fees for all candidates.
13. Contact email for queries?
Email: [email protected]