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Vacancy Details
- Fitter: 5 vacancies
Qualification: ITI in Fitter Trade - Welder: 1 vacancies
Qualification: ITI in Welder - AAO(P): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M Sc (Chemistry) - Mechanical (Graduate): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B Tech / BE in Mechanical - Mechanical (Technician): 2 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical - Executive: 2 vacancies
Qualification: BBA (Finance) / B Com
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Selection Process
step: 1
detail: Merit list drawn from marks scored in the specified educational qualification will be used to select candidates.
step: 2
detail: Document verification of certificates and proof of eligibility will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.
step: 3
detail: Medical examination by IREL (India) Limited’s Medical Officer to confirm candidates are medically fit.
step: 4
detail: In case of tie in marks, higher marks in the specified educational qualification will be considered; if still tied, seniority by date of birth will be used. Priority order (land affected, mining area/peripheral villages, wards of employees, Kollam District, Kerala, others) will be applied as stated.
How to Apply
- Register on apprenticeshipindia.org for Trade/Vocational apprentices or on nats.education.gov.in for Graduate/Technician Apprentices using establishment registration number E08153200007.
- Obtain the application proforma provided in the advertisement and type it on A4 size paper.
- Superscribe the envelope with ‘APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICE AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL(India) Limited / Chavara/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27 dated 12-10-2026’.
- Enclose self-attested photocopies of certificates (10th pass/Matriculation, 10th/HSC mark sheet, category certificates, EWS income & assets certificate, semester/year-wise mark sheets and pass certificate, proof for Land Affected/Mining areas/peripheral villages within 10 KM, Nativity Certificate, Aadhaar Card).
- Affix a passport size photograph on the space provided in the filled application form.
- Send the completed application by post, preferably through speed post, to reach The DGM (HRM), IREL (India) Limited, Chavara, Kollam District, Kerala – 691583 on or before 31-10-2026.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Date of Notification:
- Application Start Date:
- Last Date for Receipt of Applications:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these apprentice posts?
Eligibility varies by trade: ITI in Fitter for Fitter, ITI in Welder for Welder, M.Sc (Chemistry) for AAO(P), B.Tech/BE in Mechanical for Mechanical (Graduate), Diploma in Mechanical for Mechanical (Technician), and BBA (Finance)/B.Com for Executive. Candidates must have the specific educational qualification corresponding to the designated trade and degrees obtained by distance, part-time or correspondence mode are not considered.
How do I apply for the IREL apprentice positions?
Register on apprenticeshipindia.org or nats.education.gov.in using establishment registration number E08153200007, obtain and type the application proforma on A4 paper, attach required self-attested documents and photograph, superscribe the envelope as instructed, and send it by speed post to The DGM (HRM), IREL (India) Limited, Chavara, Kollam District, Kerala – 691583.
What is the last date to apply for these apprenticeships?
Applications will be accepted from 12-10-2026 and must reach the office on or before 31-10-2026.
What is the selection process for these apprentices?
Selection is based on a merit list drawn from marks in the specified educational qualification, followed by document verification and a medical examination by IREL’s Medical Officer. Tie-breakers include higher marks in qualification and, if needed, seniority by date of birth, with priority categories applied as listed.
What stipend or pay scale is offered for these apprentices?
The rate of stipend for the apprentices is as prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and notified by the Government from time to time; no other benefit or financial assistance will be provided during training.
