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Vacancy Details
- Tradesman Trainee (Fitter): 93 vacancies
Qualification: ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Fitter trade- UR: 49
- EWS: 7
- SC: 9
- ST: 6
- OBC-NCL: 22
- Tradesman Trainee (Electrician): 12 vacancies
Qualification: ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Electrician trade and a valid statutory licence- UR: 11
- EWS: 1
- SC: 0
- ST: 0
- OBC-NCL: 0
- Tradesman Trainee (Instrumentation): 6 vacancies
Qualification: ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Instrumentation trade- UR: 6
- EWS: 0
- SC: 0
- ST: 0
- OBC-NCL: 0
- Tradesman Trainee (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant): 20 vacancies
Qualification: ITI / NAC in Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) OR 10+2 Science with Chemistry (minimum 50% aggregate)- UR: 15
- EWS: 1
- SC: 1
- ST: 0
- OBC-NCL: 3
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Application Fees
- UR / EWS / OBC (NCL): ₹826
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-servicemen / Women / IREL Internal Candidates: ₹354
Selection Process
step: 1
detail: Computer Based Test (CBT) – candidates sit a written CBT.
step: 2
detail: Shortlisting – candidates are shortlisted for the Skill Test in a 1:5 ratio based on CBT merit.
step: 3
detail: Qualifying Skill/Trade Test or Computer Proficiency Test as applicable – this is a qualifying stage only.
step: 4
detail: Preparation of unit-wise, trade-wise and category-wise merit lists using CBT marks only.
step: 5
detail: Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
step: 6
detail: Pre-employment Medical Examination and other prescribed verification before final appointment.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IREL website at https://www.irel.co.in.
- Open the recruitment announcement for Tradesman Trainee – Advertisement No. CO/HRM/36/2026.
- Read the detailed advertisement and application instructions.
- Select the relevant recruitment registration link (Apply Online).
- Complete registration using a valid personal email address and mobile number.
- Verify email and mobile using OTPs sent by the portal.
- Record the generated Application Sequence Number and password.
- Log in and complete personal, communication, qualification and experience details.
- Select only one eligible trade and one IREL unit/location.
- Upload required certificates, photograph and signature as per specifications.
- Use the Preview option to check all entered information.
- Complete final submission and pay the applicable application and processing fees online.
- Save the payment acknowledgement and download or print the submitted application form.
- Do not send printed applications or documents to IREL; editing is allowed only before final submission.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date to Apply Online:
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment:
- Age, Qualification and Experience Cut-off Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility and qualification requirements?
Candidates generally require the relevant ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the selected trade. For the AOCP post, candidates may alternatively have 10+2 Science with Chemistry (minimum 50% aggregate). All applicants must have two years of relevant post-qualification experience, including eligible apprenticeship training; internal IREL candidates have a special SSC + four years route.
How do I apply for the IREL Tradesman Trainee recruitment?
Apply online via the IREL recruitment portal (Apply Online link) by registering with a valid email and mobile number, verifying OTPs, filling the application, uploading required documents, and paying the applicable fees before final submission. Do not send printed applications or documents to IREL; editing is allowed only before final submission.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online and the last date for online fee payment is 09-11-2026. Candidates must complete registration, application submission and fee payment by that date.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT), shortlisting for a qualifying Skill/Trade Test in a 1:5 ratio based on CBT merit, document verification and pre-employment medical examination. Final merit lists are prepared using CBT marks only; Skill Test is qualifying and its marks are not added to final merit.
What salary or stipend is offered and what is the pay scale after training?
Trainees receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 34,200 per month during one year of training. On successful absorption as regular Tradesman, the pay scale is Rs. 22,000–88,000 (W-3 grade) and approximate annual CTC after absorption is cited as Rs. 6.5 Lakh.
