NFC Recruitment 2026: Registration Begins for 432 ITI Trade Apprentice Posts

Published: Thursday, August 27, 2026, 18:41 [IST]

The Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC), Hyderabad, under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has started the recruitment process for ITI Trade Apprentices for the 2026-27 training year. A total of 432 tentative apprentice vacancies have been announced across multiple technical and non-technical trades.

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Eligible candidates can apply through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal. The last date to submit applications is September 16, 2026. Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

The 432 tentative vacancies are distributed among various trades. The trade-wise vacancy details include:

Trade	Vacancies
Fitter	133
Turner	51
Electrician	58
Machinist	24
Attendant Operator (Chemcial Plant)/Chemical Plant Operator	13
Instrument Mechanic	15
Electronics Mechanic	26
Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant)	6
Motor Mechanic (Vehicle)	3
Draughtsman (Mechanical)	1
COPA	65
Diesel Mechanic	3
Carpenter	5
Plumber	5
Welder	24
Total	432

Candidates should check the official NFC notification for detailed trade-wise eligibility and vacancy-related conditions before applying.

NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have passed Class 10 and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on the closing date of application. The upper age limit varies according to the candidate's category:

General: 25 years
OBC: 28 years
SC/ST: 30 years

Candidates should meet all eligibility conditions before submitting their applications.

Who Cannot Apply for NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, in a government organisation, PSU or private organisation are not eligible.

Applicants holding a postgraduate qualification are also not eligible for this apprenticeship engagement.

Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification to understand all applicable eligibility and disqualification conditions.

NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Stipend

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend during their training period. Candidates selected for trades such as Fitter, Turner, Electrician, Machinist and several other technical trades will receive approximately ₹11,040 per month.

Candidates selected for Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) and certain other trades will receive approximately ₹10,560 per month.

The apprenticeship will be for a period of one year, subject to the terms and conditions specified by NFC.

How to Apply for NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply through the NAPS portal by following these general steps:

1. Visit the official NAPS apprenticeship portal.

2. Complete the candidate registration process, if not already registered.

3. Log in using the required credentials.

4. Search for the NFC apprenticeship opportunity.

5. Select the relevant ITI trade.

6. Enter the required personal and educational details.

7. Upload the necessary documents, if required.

8. Review the application carefully.

9. Submit the application before the deadline.

10. Save or print the application details for future reference.

The last date to submit applications is September 16, 2026.

NFC Recruitment 2026: Key Points

The NFC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provides ITI-qualified candidates with an opportunity to undergo practical training in different technical trades under the Apprentices Act. The engagement covers 432 tentative vacancies and includes trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Turner, COPA, Electronics Mechanic, Welder and Machinist.

Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed educational and age requirements and have not previously completed or are not currently undergoing an apprenticeship covered under the applicable rules. Applicants should also verify the latest notification and complete the NAPS application process before September 16, 2026.