Organization Name | NMDC Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise), Bailadila Iron Ore Mine, Bacheli Complex |
Advertisement No. | BC/DGM(MIN.)/T,S&E/APPR-301-A/Vol-IX/2026-27/1471 dated 06/05/2026 |
Post Name | Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice |
Department | Training, Safety & Environment Dept., Bailadila Iron Ore Mine, Bacheli Complex |
Act | Apprenticeship Act-1961 |
Total Vacancies | 180 |
Stipend / Pay Scale | As per Apprenticeship Act-1961 norms |
Application Mode | Walk-in Interview (No TA/DA paid) |
Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview |
Job Location | Bacheli – 494553, Dantewada, Chhattisgarh |
Official Website |
NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Date of Advertisement | 06/05/2026 |
Walk-in Interview Start Date | 01-06-2026 |
Walk-in Interview End Date | 11-06-2026 |
Reporting Time at Interview Venue | Before 09:00 AM on respective interview date |
Interview Commencement Time | 10:00 AM |
Interview Venue | Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex, Bacheli |
NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
A total of 180 vacancies have been announced across three apprentice categories - Trade Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice, and Technician Apprentice - under the Apprenticeship Act-1961. Walk-in interview dates are category-specific as mentioned below.
Trade Apprentice (ITI Qualification Required)
Category | No. of Apprentices | Entry Qualification | Walk-in Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|
COPA (PASAA) | 30 | ITI in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 01.06.2026 |
Mechanic (Diesel) | 25 | ITI passed certificate in Mechanic (Diesel) | 02.06.2026 |
Fitter | 20 | ITI passed certificate in Fitter | 03.06.2026 |
Electrician | 30 | ITI passed certificate in Electrician | 04.06.2026 |
Welder (Gas & Electrical) | 20 | ITI passed certificate in Welder (Gas & Electric) | 05.06.2026 |
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 20 | ITI passed certificate in Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 06.06.2026 |
Machinist | 05 | ITI passed certificate in Machinist | 06.06.2026 |
Graduate Apprentice (4-Year Engineering Degree Required)
Category | No. of Apprentices | Entry Qualification | Walk-in Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|
Mechanical Engg. | 06 | 4 Year's Degree in Mechanical Engineering | 08.06.2026 |
Electrical Engg. | 04 | 4 Year's Degree in Electrical Engineering | 09.06.2026 |
Mining Engg. | 04 | 4 Year's Degree in Mining Engineering | 10.06.2026 |
Civil Engg. | 02 | 4 Year's Degree in Civil Engineering | 11.06.2026 |
Technician Apprentice (3-Year Diploma Required)
Category | No. of Apprentices | Entry Qualification | Walk-in Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|
Mechanical Engg. | 05 | 3 Year's Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 08.06.2026 |
Electrical Engg. | 03 | 3 Year's Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 09.06.2026 |
Mining Engg. | 02 | 3 Year's Diploma in Mining Engineering | 10.06.2026 |
MOM | 04 | 3 Year's Diploma in Modern Office Management | 11.06.2026 |
NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions before attending the walk-in interview. Candidates who have already completed Apprenticeship Training under the Apprenticeship Act-1961 or who have experience in the relevant category for a period of one year or more are not eligible to apply. Candidates who have completed the required qualifications during 2022 and before 2022 need not respond to this advertisement.
Prior registration on the respective online portal is mandatory before attending the walk-in interview. The Candidate's Name, Father's name, Mother's name, and Date of Birth must be the same across all educational certificates and identity documents including 10th, 12th, ITI as well as Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID, Bank Passbook, etc.
Educational Qualification
Apprentice Category | Required Qualification | Mandatory Pre-Registration Portal |
|---|---|---|
Trade Apprentice | ITI passed certificate in relevant trade | |
Graduate Apprentice | 4 Year's Degree in relevant Engineering discipline | |
Technician Apprentice | 3 Year's Diploma in relevant Engineering / Management discipline |
NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
The selection process for NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is through Walk-in Interview only. No written examination will be conducted. Candidates must report at the interview venue before 09:00 AM on the respective walk-in interview date to register themselves. The walk-in interview shall commence from 10:00 AM at the Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex, Bacheli. Candidates appearing for the interview shall not be paid or reimbursed any TA/DA.
This scheme does not guarantee any employment on completion of apprenticeship training.
Stage | Details |
|---|---|
Stage 1 | Pre-registration on respective online portal (mandatory before walk-in) |
Stage 2 | Walk-in Interview at Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex |
How to Apply for NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates must attend the walk-in interview on the date mentioned against their respective category at the Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex, Bacheli. There is no online application form to be submitted on the NMDC website. Prior registration on the respective portal is mandatory before attending the walk-in interview - Trade Apprentice candidates must register at www.apprenticeshipindia.org and Graduate / Technician Apprentice candidates must register at https://nats.education.gov.in before the walk-in interview date.
Candidates must reach the interview site before 09:00 AM to register themselves for appearing in the walk-in interview. No TA/DA will be paid or reimbursed for attending the interview.
Documents to Bring at the Time of Walk-in Interview:
Resume affixed with a recent passport size photograph on the right corner
Proof of Date of Birth (original + photocopy)
Aadhaar Card (original + photocopy)
Educational Qualification certificates (original + photocopy)
Caste Certificate (if applicable, original + photocopy)
Walk-in Interview Venue: Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex, Bacheli – 494553, Dantewada, Chhattisgarh
Important Instructions for NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Candidates
Candidates who have already completed Apprenticeship Training under the Apprenticeship Act-1961 are not eligible to apply.
Candidates with one year or more experience in the relevant category are not eligible to apply.
Candidates who completed required qualifications during 2022 and before 2022 need not respond to this advertisement.
Trade Apprentice candidates must pre-register at www.apprenticeshipindia.org before the walk-in interview.
Graduate and Technician Apprentice candidates must pre-register at https://nats.education.gov.in before the walk-in interview.
Candidates must report at the interview venue before 09:00 AM on their respective interview date.
The walk-in interview commences at 10:00 AM; candidates arriving late may not be entertained.
No TA/DA will be paid or reimbursed to candidates appearing for the walk-in interview.
Name, Father's name, Mother's name, and Date of Birth must be identical across all educational and identity documents.
This apprenticeship scheme does not guarantee any employment on completion of training.
Original documents along with photocopies must be brought for verification and submission at the time of interview.
NMDC Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
Trade Apprentice Registration Portal: Click here
Graduate / Technician Apprentice Registration Portal: Click here