Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), an aided institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released Advt. No. 05/2026 for engagement of Graduate and Technician Apprentices under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973. Eligible Degree and Diploma holders in Engineering and General Stream can apply online through the NATS portal for one-year apprenticeship training as per Government of India guidelines.
IPR Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentices & Technician Apprentices |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship training (one year) under Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973 |
| Total Vacancies | 32 Graduate + 18 Technician apprentices |
| Training Location | Institute for Plasma Research (as per institute requirements) |
| Application Mode | Online through NATS portal |
| Official Website | https://www.ipr.res.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for submission of online application | 11 May 2026 |
Notification PDF
IPR has issued the detailed notification for engagement of Graduate and Technician Apprentices, specifying number of seats, branch-wise qualifications, stipend, period of training, selection method, and general instructions. Candidates must read the advertisement carefully to confirm eligibility, training conditions, and application process before applying online.
IPR Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Download PDF
Application Fees
The advertisement does not mention any application fee; applications are invited online through the NATS portal as per Apprenticeship rules.
Age Limit
The notification specifies academic year conditions for Degree/Diploma passing but does not explicitly give an age limit; eligibility is tied to year of passing.
Key points:
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Candidates should have passed Degree/Diploma in the respective branch/discipline in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
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Candidates who have passed Degree/Diploma in 2023 or earlier are not eligible.
Eligibility
Basic Eligibility
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Candidates must be Degree or Diploma holders in the relevant Engineering branches or Graduates in General Stream as specified.
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Candidates must have passed in 2024, 2025, or 2026 only; those who passed in 2023 or before are not eligible.
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Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training elsewhere will not be considered.
Educational Qualification – Graduate Apprentices (Degree)
| Sr. No. | Branch/Discipline | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Engineering | B.Tech or B.E in Computer Engineering |
| 2 | Civil Engineering | B.Tech or B.E in Civil Engineering |
| 3 | Electrical Engineering | B.Tech or B.E in Electrical Engineering |
| 4 | Electronics & Communication | B.Tech or B.E in Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| 5 | Mechanical Engineering | B.Tech or B.E in Mechanical Engineering |
| 6 | Instrumentation & Control | B.Tech or B.E in Instrumentation & Control Engineering |
| 7 | General Stream | Graduate in Commerce / Arts / Business Administration |
Educational Qualification – Technician Apprentices (Diploma)
| Sr. No. | Branch/Discipline | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Engineering | Diploma in Computer Engineering |
| 2 | Civil Engineering | Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| 3 | Electrical Engineering | Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| 4 | Electronics & Communication | Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| 5 | Mechanical Engineering | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| 6 | Instrumentation & Control | Diploma in Instrumentation & Control Engineering |
Vacancy Details
Branch-wise Apprentices
| Sr. No. | Branch/Discipline | Graduate Apprentices (Degree) | Technician Apprentices (Diploma) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Engineering | 05 | 02 |
| 2 | Civil Engineering | 05 | 02 |
| 3 | Electrical Engineering | 05 | 05 |
| 4 | Electronics & Communication | 05 | 02 |
| 5 | Mechanical Engineering | 05 | 05 |
| 6 | Instrumentation & Control Engineering | 02 | 02 |
| 7 | General Stream (B.Com/B.A/B.B.A) | 05 | – |
| Total | 32 | 18 |
Salary -Monthly Stipend
| Apprentice Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Degree holder) | ₹13,500/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma holder) | ₹12,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
Training Period & Other Conditions
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Duration of apprenticeship is 1 year for all apprentices.
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IPR has no obligation to offer regular employment after completion of training, and apprentices cannot claim any right to permanent employment on the basis of apprenticeship.
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Accommodation facility will not be provided; candidates must arrange their own stay.
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No TA/DA will be paid for document verification or commencement of apprenticeship.
Selection Process
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Selection will be purely on merit based on percentage of marks in the respective Degree/Diploma in Engineering/Non-Engineering.
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Wherever CGPA/SGPA/letter grade is awarded, candidates must indicate equivalent percentage in the online form as per Institute/University norms and produce conversion formula at the time of document verification.
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The list of selected candidates will be displayed on the IPR website only.
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Candidature will be provisional and subject to verification of certificates, testimonials and medical fitness.
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Any form of canvassing will lead to cancellation of candidature.
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Incorrect/incomplete applications will be summarily rejected and no correspondence will be entertained.
How To Apply
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Step 1: Register on the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) NATS portal at https://nats.education.gov.in and obtain a valid registration number.
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Step 2: Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria should submit their online application for IPR apprenticeship through the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in).
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Step 3: Ensure that Degree/Diploma details, percentage (or converted percentage from CGPA/SGPA) and branch are correctly filled as per institute norms.
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Step 4: Regularly visit the IPR website for latest updates regarding apprenticeship notification, selection lists and further instructions.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| NATS registration & application portal | https://nats.education.gov.in |
| IPR Apprenticeship notifications & updates | https://www.ipr.res.in/documents/jobs_career.html |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Recruitment query email | [email protected] |
