Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL MAPS) has officially released the Trade, Diploma & Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. NPCIL/MAPS/HRM/APPRENTICESHIP/2026/01) for 158 vacancies at Madras Atomic Power Station, Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. Eligible ITI pass, diploma holders, and graduates aged 18 to 28 years can apply offline from the notification release date until 30 June 2026 via the official portal npcil.nic.in. Selected candidates will be appointed on an apprenticeship training basis with a monthly stipend of ₹9,600 to ₹12,300.
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a premier Public Sector Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has officially released Advertisement No. NPCIL/MAPS/HRM/APPRENTICESHIP/2026/01 for engagement of apprentices at Madras Atomic Power Station, Kalpakkam under the Apprentices Act-1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1991 (as amended). The notification includes complete details on trade/discipline-wise seats, category-wise distribution, PwBD vacancies, eligibility, physical fitness standards, selection procedure, and application instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying. The notification is available on the official NPCIL website.
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Great opportunities at NPCIL MAPS Kalpakkam with 158 apprentice vacancies for Trade, Diploma, and Graduate candidates. Apply offline before 30 June 2026 and get selected based on merit.
| Organization Name | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Madras Atomic Power Station (MAPS), Kalpakkam |
| Advertisement No. | NPCIL/MAPS/HRM/APPRENTICESHIP/2026/01 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice / Diploma Apprentice / Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) |
| Department | Human Resources Group, NPCIL – Madras Atomic Power Station |
| Total Apprenticeship Seats | 158 (Trade: 124 | Diploma: 18 | Graduate: 16) |
| Stipend Per Month | Trade Apprentice: Rs. 9,600/- (1st year ITI) / Rs. 10,560/- (2nd year ITI) | Diploma Apprentice: Rs. 10,900/- | Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300/- |
| Duration of Apprenticeship | Maximum 01 Year |
| Place of Training | NPCIL Madras Atomic Power Station, PO Kalpakkam, District Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu – 603102 |
| Application Mode | Offline only – Application form to be sent by Post to Deputy Manager (HRM), NPCIL MAPS, Kalpakkam |
| Mandatory Portal Registration | Trade Apprentices: NAPS 2.0 – https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in | Diploma & Graduate Apprentices: NATS 2.0 – https://www.nats.education.gov.in |
| Selection Mode | Merit based on marks obtained in ITI / Diploma / Graduation. Preference to candidates from neighbouring villages within 16 km radius of plant site. |
| Last Date for Application | 30/06/2026 |
| Official Website | www.npcil.nic.in |
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Submission of Application (by Post) | 30/06/2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age / Qualification | 30/06/2026 (closing date of application) |
| Document Verification Date | To be notified by NPCIL MAPS |
| Commencement of Apprenticeship Training | To be notified after selection |
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 158 apprenticeship training seats are available across three types of apprentices - Trade (124), Diploma (18), and Graduate Non-Engineering (16) - distributed category-wise as SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and UR. In addition, 6 seats are horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Management reserves the right to alter/cancel the number of seats in any trade/discipline or cancel the entire process without assigning any reason.
A) Trade Apprentice – Category-wise Vacancy (Total: 124)
| Sr. No. | Name of Trade | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 39 |
| 2 | Machinist | 10 |
| 3 | Turner | 6 |
| 4 | Welder | 6 |
| 5 | D'MAN (Mechanical) | 5 |
| 6 | Electrician | 18 |
| 7 | Instrument Mechanic | 18 |
| 8 | Electronic Mechanic | 18 |
| 9 | Carpenter | 1 |
| 10 | Plumber | 1 |
| 11 | Mason | 2 |
| Total | 124 | |
Stipend: Rs. 9,600/- per month (for those engaged after 1-year ITI course) | Rs. 10,560/- per month (for those engaged after 2-year ITI course)
Age: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 24 years as on 30/06/2026
Duration: Maximum 01 Year
B) Diploma Apprentice – Category-wise Vacancy (Total: 18)
| Sr. No. | Name of Discipline | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical | 6 |
| 2 | Electrical | 3 |
| 3 | Electronics & Instrumentation | 6 |
| 4 | Civil | 3 |
| Total | 18 | |
Stipend: Rs. 10,900/- per month
Age: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 25 years as on 30/06/2026
Duration: Maximum 01 Year
C) Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) – Category-wise Vacancy (Total: 16)
| Sr. No. | Name of Discipline | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Human Resources | 7 |
| 2 | Contracts & Material Management | 3 |
| 3 | Finance & Accounts | 2 |
| 4 | Health Physics Unit (HPU) | 2 |
| 5 | Chemical Lab | 2 |
| Total | 16 | |
Stipend: Rs. 12,300/- per month
Age: Minimum 21 years, Maximum 28 years as on 30/06/2026
Duration: Maximum 01 Year
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) – Vacancy Distribution:
| Category | Description | Total |
|---|---|---|
| (a) Blindness or Low Vision | B – Blind, LV – Low Vision | 01 |
| (b) Deaf and Hard of Hearing | D – Deaf, HH – Hard of Hearing | 02 |
| (c) Locomotor Disability | Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy (OA, OL, BA, BL, OAL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, MDy, SD/SI) | 02 |
| (d) Autism, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness | ASD (M/MoD), ID, SLD, MI | 01 |
| (e) Multiple Disabilities (a to d) including Deaf-Blindness | MD – Multiple Disabilities | – |
| Total PwBD Seats | 06* | |
*The 6 PwBD vacancies are interchangeable amongst the identified categories. Disability must be 40% or more. Abbreviations: SC – Scheduled Caste, ST – Scheduled Tribe, OBC (NCL) – Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS – Economically Weaker Section, UR – Unreserved. Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), 10 years for PwBD as per Government of India orders.
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date 30/06/2026. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act-1961 in any Government, PSU or private industrial organisation are NOT eligible. Absconded apprentice candidates from previous training are also not eligible.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Portal Registration | Trade Apprentices must register on NAPS 2.0: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in | Diploma & Graduate Apprentices must register on NATS 2.0: https://www.nats.education.gov.in. Aadhaar must be linked with Bank Account. |
| Educational Qualification – Trade Apprentice | ITI Pass Certificate in the respective trade (Full-Time/Regular mode only) |
| Educational Qualification – Diploma Apprentice | Diploma Pass Certificate in Engineering/Technology granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education / University / recognized Institute in the respective discipline (Full-Time/Regular mode only). Diploma must have been passed within 5 years of 30/06/2026. |
| Educational Qualification – Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) | Graduate Degree in non-engineering/general streams (BA, B.Sc., B.Com., etc.) including sandwich courses granted by a College/University recognized by AICTE/UGC/State Government/Central Government (Full-Time/Regular mode only). Degree must have been passed within 5 years of 30/06/2026. |
| Prior Apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act-1961 anywhere (Govt./PSU/Private) are NOT eligible. |
| CGPA Conversion | Candidates awarded CGPA/GPA/SGPA or letter grades must produce authenticated conversion formula from their Institute/University. If no formula is available, NPCIL's standard conversion table will be applied (e.g., 6.5/10 = 60%, 7.0/10 = 65%). |
| Aadhar Card | Compulsory. Aadhaar must be linked with candidate's bank account. |
| Police Verification | Mandatory - MAPS Kalpakkam is a highly prohibited area. Apprentices will be engaged only after submission of Police Verification Certificate issued by District Police Authorities. |
| Physical Fitness | Candidate must be free from contagious/infectious disease, Tuberculosis (any form), and any disease likely to be aggravated by apprenticeship. Minimum: Height 137 cm, Weight 25.4 kg, Chest Expansion 3.8 cm. Final engagement is subject to medical fitness declaration by Competent Authority. |
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the closing date of application i.e. 30/06/2026. Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India orders for reserved categories.
| Type of Apprentice | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (UR/EWS) |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | 18 years | 24 years |
| Diploma Apprentice | 18 years | 25 years |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) | 21 years | 28 years |
| Category | Age Relaxation in Upper Limit |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation (as per Govt. of India orders) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years relaxation (as per Govt. of India orders) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | 10 years relaxation (as per Govt. of India orders) |
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Candidates are not required to pay any fee at the time of application submission.
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Selection for engagement of apprentices will be based on merit i.e. marks obtained in the qualifying examination (ITI/Diploma/Graduation). There is no written test. The final engagement is subject to document verification and medical fitness. NPCIL management reserves the right to cancel or alter the number of seats of any particular trade/discipline or cancel the entire process without assigning any reason.
Stage 1 – Merit-Based Shortlisting
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Selection Basis | Marks obtained in ITI / Diploma / Graduation qualifying examination |
| Local Preference | Preference given to candidates from neighbouring villages within 16 km radius of MAPS Plant Site. If all trades are not filled by local candidates, merit list is extended to other applicants. |
| Tie-Breaking Rule 1 | In case of tie in percentage of marks, candidate born earlier (older candidate) will be ranked higher |
| Tie-Breaking Rule 2 | In case of tie in Date of Birth also, candidate with higher percentage in Matriculation (10th) will be ranked higher |
Stage 2 – Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. All original certificates and self-attested copies must be produced. Candidature is provisional and subject to verification of originals at all stages. False information/documents at any stage will result in rejection and may lead to prosecution.
Stage 3 – Medical Examination
Engagement is subject to being declared medically fit as per NPCIL's requirements. Minimum physical standards: Height 137 cm, Weight 25.4 kg, Chest expansion 3.8 cm. Candidate must be free from Tuberculosis, contagious/infectious diseases, or any disability likely to interfere with apprenticeship.
Stage 4 – Police Verification
Since MAPS Kalpakkam is a highly prohibited area, all selected apprentices must submit a Police Verification Certificate issued by the concerned District Police Authority before commencement of training. A Character/Conduct Certificate from the concerned institution is also mandatory.
Who should NOT apply for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act-1961 in any Government, PSU or private industrial organisation at any point in the past.
- Candidates who are currently undergoing apprenticeship training anywhere - they are explicitly ineligible.
- Candidates who absconded from a previous apprenticeship training - they are permanently barred.
- Candidates whose age as on 30/06/2026 is below the minimum or above the maximum prescribed for their apprentice type (except those eligible for age relaxation under reserved categories).
- Candidates who passed their ITI/Diploma/Graduation more than 5 years before 30/06/2026 (applicable for Diploma and Graduate Apprentices on NATS 2.0 portal).
- Candidates who completed their qualification through distance/part-time/correspondence mode - only Full-Time/Regular qualifications are accepted.
- Candidates who are not medically fit as per NPCIL's minimum physical standards (Height below 137 cm, Weight below 25.4 kg, Chest expansion below 3.8 cm, or suffering from Tuberculosis/contagious disease).
- Candidates who cannot obtain a Police Verification Certificate from their District Police Authority - this is mandatory for the highly prohibited Kalpakkam site.
- OBC candidates from the Creamy Layer - only Non-Creamy Layer OBC candidates are eligible for OBC reservation benefits.
- Candidates who have provided false information or suppressed relevant details - their application/training will be rejected forthwith and NPCIL will not entertain any correspondence.
Common Mistakes / What to Check Before Applying NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Not registering on the correct portal before applying - Trade Apprentices must register on NAPS 2.0 (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in), while Diploma and Graduate Apprentices must register on NATS 2.0 (nats.education.gov.in). Applying without this registration will make the candidature invalid.
- Not linking Aadhaar with bank account before registration on the portal - this is a mandatory prerequisite.
- Applying for a trade/discipline in which PwBD candidature is not identified - check the detailed PwBD eligibility table for each trade before applying.
- Diploma/Graduate candidates not providing the authenticated CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula from their institution - if not provided, NPCIL's standard conversion table will be applied, which may result in a lower equivalent percentage than expected.
- Sending an incomplete application or an application without proper enclosures - such applications will be summarily rejected without any communication.
- Missing the last date - applications received after 30/06/2026 for any reason will not be considered. Postal delays are not an excuse; apply well in advance.
- Not enclosing 4 passport-size photographs or forgetting to affix a photograph on the application form.
- Welder trade applicants not attaching 8th standard mark sheet (required additionally for this trade).
- Candidates living within 16 km of MAPS not attaching residential proof of permanent address - this is required to avail local preference in selection.
- Filling in the wrong category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR) - category cannot be changed later and mismatch at document verification will lead to cancellation.
How to Apply for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates shall apply offline only - no online application portal is available for submission. The process involves two steps: first, mandatory registration on NAPS 2.0 / NATS 2.0 portal; second, sending the filled application form by post to NPCIL MAPS Kalpakkam. Incomplete or erroneous applications or applications without proper enclosures will be summarily rejected without any communication.
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Step 1: Register on the mandatory apprenticeship portal - NAPS 2.0 (for Trade Apprentices) or NATS 2.0 (for Diploma & Graduate Apprentices). Ensure Aadhaar is linked with your bank account before registering.
- Step 2: Download the Application Form (Annexure-1) from www.npcil.nic.in > HR Management > Opportunities. Verify your eligibility before filling the form.
- Step 3: Fill in the application form completely in Block Letters. Affix a recent passport-size photograph in the space provided. Sign the declaration.
- Step 4: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (see list below).
- Step 5: Send the complete application by post to reach on or before 30/06/2026 at:
Deputy Manager (HRM), Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (A Government of India Enterprise), Madras Atomic Power Station, Kalpakkam – 603 102, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu.
Documents to be Enclosed (Self-Attested Copies) with Application:
- Birth Certificate issued by Competent Authority / SSC Mark Sheet as proof of Date of Birth
- Educational Qualification mark sheets (10th / 12th; and 8th mark sheet additionally for Welder trade)
- ITI / Diploma / Graduate Degree certificate and mark sheets of all semesters/years
- Other qualification/experience certificates, if any
- Caste Certificate issued by Competent Authority in prescribed Central Government format (for SC/ST/OBC candidates - valid as on 30/06/2026)
- Valid Income and Assets Certificate as on 30/06/2026 in prescribed format issued by Competent Authority (for EWS category)
- Disability Certificate from Competent Authority in prescribed format (for PwBD candidates; disability must be 40% or more)
- Police Verification Certificate issued by concerned District Police Authority
- Character/Conduct Certificate from the concerned institution
- Aadhaar Card (Compulsory)
- 4 recent passport-size photographs
- Residential proof of permanent address (if living within 16 km radius of MAPS, Kalpakkam)
- Copy of Apprentice Registration on NAPS 2.0 (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) or NATS 2.0 (https://www.nats.education.gov.in)
- Proof from University/Institute converting CGPA/GPA/SGPA into percentage (for candidates awarded grades)
Send Application By Post To:
Deputy Manager (HRM)
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (A Government of India Enterprise)
Madras Atomic Power Station
Kalpakkam – 603 102, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu
Important Instructions for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT IN NPCIL. Engagement as an apprentice shall not create any obligation on NPCIL to offer regular employment, nor any obligation on the apprentice to accept employment under NPCIL after completion of training.
- The period of apprenticeship training will be for a maximum of One Year. The contract of apprenticeship terminates on expiry of the training period.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act-1961 in any organization are strictly NOT eligible to apply.
- Preference in selection will be given to candidates from neighbouring villages within 16 km radius of the MAPS plant site in Kalpakkam. Merit-based selection from other candidates will follow only if trades/disciplines are not filled by local candidates.
- All selected apprentices must sign a contract of apprenticeship with NPCIL as per the Apprentices Act-1961 and Apprenticeship Rules-1992.
- Madras Atomic Power Station is a highly prohibited area. Engagement is subject to submission of Police Verification Certificate from the concerned District Police Authority.
- Candidature is provisional at all stages. If false information or suppressed facts are detected at any stage of the process or during training, the application/training shall be rejected forthwith and NPCIL will not entertain any correspondence.
- If it is detected that the candidate has provided false documents, impersonated, or affixed a non-human/irrelevant photograph, the applicant will be liable to be disqualified, prosecuted and permanently debarred from apprenticeship in NPCIL.
- Only Full-Time/Regular mode qualifications (ITI/Diploma/Graduation) are accepted. Distance/Part-Time/Correspondence qualifications are not eligible.
- Diploma and Graduate Apprentice applicants must have passed their qualifying examination within 5 years of the last date of application i.e. 30/06/2026 (applicable for NATS 2.0 portal eligibility).
- All SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates must produce a self-attested copy of valid caste certificate in the prescribed Central Government format from a Competent Authority along with originals at the time of document verification.
- NPCIL strives to have a workforce that reflects gender balance. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
- In case of any discrepancy between Hindi and English versions of the notification, the English version shall prevail for all purposes.
- Management reserves the right to cancel or alter the number of seats of any particular trade/discipline or cancel the entire engagement process without assigning any reason.
NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
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