IREL (India) Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 30 Vacancies at Rare Earths Division, Kochi | Apply Before 15 March
IREL (India) Limited has released Notification No. IREL/RED/HRM/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27/01 dated 23/01/2026 for engagement of 30 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 at its Rare Earths Division (RED), Udyogamandal, Kochi, Kerala – 683501.
Eligible Indian Nationals can apply for Graduate, Technician, and Trade Apprentices posts. The last date to submit the online portal registration and email application is 15 March 2026.
📌 IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Organization: IREL (India) Limited
Division: Rare Earths Division (RED)
Location: Udyogamandal, Kochi, Kerala
Total Apprentices: 30
Training Duration: 1 Year
Age Limit: 18 to 25 years
Application Mode: Online Portal + Email Submission
Last Date: 15/03/2026
🏭 About IREL (India) Limited
IREL (India) Limited (formerly Indian Rare Earths Limited) is a Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE). The Rare Earths Division at Kochi is engaged in the production of high-purity rare earth compounds used in nuclear, electronics, and advanced industrial applications.
📋 IREL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Trade Wise Details
🎓 Graduate Apprentices (NATS)
| Trade | Qualification | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | B.Tech Chemical | 05 |
| Civil Engineering | B.Tech Civil | 01 |
| Mechanical Engineering | B.Tech Mechanical | 01 |
🎓 Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice
| Qualification | Seats |
|---|---|
| B.Com | 02 |
🛠 Technician Apprentices (Diploma – NATS)
| Trade | Qualification | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Diploma Civil | 01 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Diploma Mechanical | 01 |
| Electrical Engineering | Diploma Electrical | 01 |
| Computer Engineering | Diploma Computer | 01 |
🔧 Trade Apprentices (NAPS)
| Trade | Qualification | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| LACP (BSc Chemistry/Physics) | BSc | 02 |
| Executive HR | MBA/PG HR/PM&IR | 02 |
| Plumber | ITI | 01 |
| Welder | ITI | 03 |
| Fitter | ITI | 04 |
| MMV | ITI | 01 |
| Electrician | ITI | 02 |
| Instrument Technician | ITI Instrument Mechanic | 01 |
Total Seats: 30
Download IREL Official Notification
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 25 Years (as on last date)
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST – 5 Years
OBC (NCL) – 3 Years
PWBD – 10 Years
Important Conditions:
Candidates with distance/part-time qualifications are not eligible.
Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training are not eligible.
Candidates with higher/professional qualifications need not apply.
💰 Stipend & Benefits
Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules, 1992
Additional Food Coupon: ₹1,500 per month
No other financial or employment benefits
🏆 Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
Merit List (based on marks in qualifying examination)
Document Verification
Medical Fitness Test
Selection Priority:
Land Affected Category
Peripheral villages within 10 km radius of RED
Ernakulam District candidates
Kerala State candidates
Others
Police Verification Certificate is mandatory before joining.
📂 Documents Required
Candidates must submit scanned copies of:
10th Certificate (DOB Proof)
Mark Sheets & Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate
Caste/Disability Certificate (if applicable)
OBC-NCL Declaration
Aadhaar Card
Nativity Certificate
Enrollment Proof in NATS/NAPS Portal
📝 How to Apply for IREL Apprentice 2026?
Step 1: Portal Registration (Mandatory)
For Graduate & Technician Apprentices – Register at NATS 2.0 Portal
For Trade Apprentices – Register at Apprenticeship India (NAPS) Portal
Step 2: Apply Using Establishment ID
Trade Apprentices – Establishment ID: E11153200006
Graduate/Technician Apprentices – Establishment ID: SKLERC000015
Step 3: Email Submission
Send scanned application form (Annexure A format) along with documents to:
📧 hrm-red@irel.co.in
Subject Line:
“APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL/RED/HRM/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27/01”
📅 Important Date
Last Date to Apply (Portal + Email): 15 March 2026
Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
⚠ Important Instructions
Reservation as per Kerala State norms
Apprenticeship Duration: 1 Year
No guarantee of regular employment after training
All updates will be available only on official website www.irel.co.in
Management decision will be final
📢 Conclusion
IREL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for Engineering Graduates, Diploma Holders, ITI Pass candidates, and Commerce/HR graduates to gain valuable industrial training experience at a prestigious PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy.
Interested candidates must complete portal registration and email application before 15 March 2026 to secure their chance.
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