IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 30 Posts

Indian Rare Earths (IREL)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 30 Apprentices Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IREL website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IREL Apprentices Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

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Rare Earths Division of IREL (India) Limited invites applications for engagement of 30 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 at Udyogamandal, Kochi, Kerala. Trade-wise details are as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess the trade-wise qualifications listed above.
• Qualifications must be obtained through regular full-time mode; Distance Learning, Part Time and Correspondence modes are not acceptable.
• Candidates having higher/professional qualifications than those prescribed are not eligible to apply.

2. Apprenticeship Status

• Candidates currently undergoing Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any Govt./Public Sector/Private industrial establishment are NOT eligible.
• Candidates who have already undergone Apprenticeship Training in IREL or any other organization are not eligible.

3. Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years as on the last date of application.
• Maximum age: 25 years as on the last date of application.
• Age relaxation: SC/ST up to 5 years; OBC (NCL) up to 3 years; PWBD up to 10 years.

Age Limit

• As on the last date of application, the candidate should be between 18 and 25 years of age.
• Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government guidelines: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC (NCL) – 3 years; PWBD – 10 years.
• Proof of age must be supported by Matriculation/10th certificate or Birth Certificate.

Selection Process

• Selection is based on merit list prepared from marks scored in the specified educational qualification, subject to being found “Medically Fit” by the company’s authorised Doctor.
• In case of tie, higher marks in the qualifying exam will be considered; if still equal, elder candidate (earlier date of birth) will be given preference.
• Priority order for selection at Rare Earths Division:
  • Candidates belonging to Land Affected Category (if applicable, with documentary proof).
  • Candidates from peripheral villages within 10 km radius of RED and wards of serving/deceased employees of IREL.
  • Candidates from Ernakulam District.
  • Candidates from Kerala State.
  • Others.
• Merit list candidates will be called for document verification; originals and self-attested photocopies of all required documents must be produced.
• Shortlisted candidates must undergo medical examination and be declared “Medically Fit” before engagement.
• Entry to RED, a highly protected area, requires submission of Police Verification Certificate from the concerned Police authorities prior to joining.
• Final selection and department allocation within the unit are at the discretion of management; there is no obligation to offer regular employment during or after apprenticeship.

Application Fee

The advertisement does not specify any application fee for engagement of apprentices at IREL Rare Earths Division.

How To Apply

1. Portal Registration:
   • Technician and Graduate Apprentices: Enroll in National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal of BOAT(SR) at https://nats.education.gov.in (if not already enrolled).
   • Trade Apprentices: Register in the apprenticeship portal of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (if not already registered).
2. Apply through Establishment Registration Numbers:
   • Trade Apprentices: Apply against Establishment Registration No. E11153200006.
   • Technician & Graduate Apprentices: Apply against Establishment Registration No. SKLERC000015.
3. Download & Fill Application (Annexure-A): Fill the application in the prescribed proforma (preferably on A4 size paper) as given in the advertisement.
4. Prepare Scanned Documents: Scan and self-attest photocopies of:
   • 10th Pass/Matriculation Certificate or Birth Certificate (proof of date of birth).
   • 10th Mark Sheet.
   • SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/Disability certificates (as applicable) in prescribed format.
   • Declaration form for OBC-NCL, if applicable.
   • All semester/year-wise mark sheets and final certificate of ITI/Diploma/Degree, as applicable to the apprentice category.
   • Nativity Certificate.
   • Aadhaar Card.
   • Proof of enrollment/registration in the respective apprenticeship portal (NATS/NAPS).
5. Email Submission: Send the scanned copy of duly filled application form affixed with passport size photograph along with all supporting documents to [email protected].
6. Subject Line: Mention in email subject: “APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL/RED/HRM/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27/01”.
7. Ensure that the email with complete scanned application and documents reaches on or before 15/03/2026; applications after this date will not be considered.

Important Dates

Instructions

• Applications without registration in the respective apprenticeship portal will not be accepted.
• Applications which are incomplete or not fulfilling the eligibility criteria will be treated as “Rejected”.
• Service terms and conditions will be governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 as amended.
• IREL has no obligation to offer regular employment during or after completion of apprenticeship; apprentices will be relieved after successful completion.
• Any corrigendum/addendum or updates will be available only on www.irel.co.in; candidates should check the website regularly.
• Candidature is provisional and subject to verification of certificates. If at any stage it is found that eligibility norms are not fulfilled or information is false/incorrect/suppressed, candidature/engagement will be cancelled/terminated.
• Management’s decision regarding eligibility, selection, acceptance/rejection of applications, mode of selection and filling of seats will be final and binding; no correspondence will be entertained.

Salary/Stipend

• Stipend shall be paid at the rates prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and Government notifications from time to time for respective categories of Apprentices.
• In addition to stipend, apprentices will be entitled to a food coupon valued at ₹1,500 per month.
• No other benefits or financial assistance will be provided during the training period.

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