UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), a Government of India Enterprise, has invited applications for the engagement of Apprentices for the year 2026-27. The corporation has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 to fill 364 vacancies for Ex-ITI, Technician (Diploma), and Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for candidates to undergo apprenticeship training at UCIL’s units in the Jharkhand region, specifically Jaduguda, Narwapahar, and Turamdih. Eligible candidates must register on the respective government portals and apply online before the deadline in February 2026.
UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Apprentice (ITI, Diploma, Graduate) |
| Total Vacancies | 364 Posts |
| Job Location | Jharkhand (Jaduguda, Narwapahar, Turamdih) |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online (NAPS / NATS Portals) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Online Registration | 01st February 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 28th February 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive aims to fill 364 apprentice vacancies across three main categories: Ex-ITI, Technician (Diploma), and Graduate. The positions are allocated to various technical and non-technical trades for training within the Jharkhand region units.
Trade-Wise Vacancy Distribution:
| Trade / Discipline | Vacancies |
| Ex-ITI | |
| Fitter | 78 |
| Electrician | 78 |
| Mate (Mines) | 50 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 35 |
| Turner / Machinist | 09 |
| Mech. Diesel / Mech. MV | 07 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 04 |
| Carpenter | 04 |
| Plumber | 04 |
| Technician (Diploma) | |
| Civil | 25 |
| Mining | 15 |
| Mechanical | 10 |
| Electrical | 10 |
| Graduate | |
| Mining | 05 |
| Civil | 05 |
| Mechanical | 05 |
| Electrical | 05 |
| Finance | 05 |
| Administration / Purchase | 10 |
| Total | 364 |
Education Details
Candidates must possess the minimum prescribed qualification for their respective trade/discipline.
Ex-ITI Apprentices:
Mate (Mines): Passed 10th / Matriculation Exam.
Other Trades: Passed 10th/Matriculation and ITI in the relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, etc.) from NCVT.
Technician Apprentices:
Diploma in the relevant engineering branch (Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical).
Graduate Apprentices:
Engineering Trades: B.E / B.Tech in the relevant branch (Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical).
Non-Engineering Trades: Graduate degree such as B.A, LLB, BBA, MBA, or B.Com. Candidates pursuing CMA intermediate course will be given preference for Finance.
Stipend Details
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and Apprenticeship Rules 1992/2019/2025, as amended from time to time.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 25 Years as on 28.02.2026.
Relaxation: Upper age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC [NCL], and PwBD candidates is applicable as per Government of India guidelines.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be strictly on a Merit Basis. The merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained by the candidates in their respective qualifying fields (ITI/Diploma/Degree).
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify an application fee for apprenticeship registration. No TA/DA is provided for document verification.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must follow the steps below to apply online:
Register on Portal:
Trade Apprentices (ITI): Register at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/.
Technician & Graduate Apprentices: Register at https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php.
Complete Profile: Click the registration tab, verify your email, log in, and complete your profile.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of Matriculation Mark Sheets, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Medical Certificate (for PwBD), Photo, Signature, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, and Bank details.
Apply for Opportunity: Navigate to the “Apprenticeship Opportunities” tab and search for Uranium Corporation of India Limited (Units: Jaduguda / Narwapahar / Turamdih).
Submit Application: Select the desired trade and submit the application online before 28th February 2026.
Hard Copy (Special Categories): Candidates claiming preference under Land Displaced Person or Employee Ward categories must send hard copies of relevant documents to the Central Personnel Section, UCIL, Jaduguda by post.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
| UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online (ITI – NAPS) | |
| Apply Online (Diploma/Grad – NATS) | |
| Official Website |








