South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) Fresher Apprentice Notification 2026 has been released on 17 March 2026 on the official website www.secl-cil.in / www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. A total of 100 vacancies have been announced through the SECL Fresher Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Candidates minimum 18 years (no upper age limit) who have passed 10th / 11th from a recognized board are eligible to apply for these Fresher Apprentice vacancies.
The online application process for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has started on 17 March 2026 and will remain open until 31 March 2026 (12:00 Midnight). Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
SECL Fresher Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Overview
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Subsidiary of Coal India Ltd. |
| Advertisement No. | SECL/BSP/HRD/NAPS/Apprentice 26-27/1394 Dated 17.03.2026 |
| Post Name | Fresher Apprentices – Optional Trade (4 Trades) |
| Category | Apprenticeship Training (One Year) under NAPS |
| Total Seats | 100 |
| Stipend | ₹8,200/month (as per present rate) |
| Job Location | Various offices, establishments & units of SECL (Chhattisgarh & Madhya Pradesh) |
| Application Mode | Online only via www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Selection Process | Merit based on % of marks in 10th/11th + Age (elder preferred in tie) |
SECL Fresher Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
SECL has published the official notification for recruitment of 100 Fresher Apprentice vide Ref. No. SECL/BSP/HRD/NAPS/Apprentice 26-27/1394 Dated 17.03.2026. The detailed notification and online application link are available on the official SECL website www.secl-cil.in under HRD → Apprentice section.
SECL Fresher Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Details
Total 100 Vacancies with community-wise reservation (General 50%, OBC 19%, SC 17%, ST 14%).
| SL. No. | Trade | Group & NCO Code | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Office Assistant | MEP/Q0202 v5, NCO-2015/3341.1000, Office Support | 25 |
| 2 | General Duty Assistant | HSS/Q5101 V3.0, NCO-2015/5329.0101, Patient Care Services | 20 |
| 3 | Assistant Mine Surveyor | MIN/Q1103 Version 3.0, NCO-2015/2165.0500 | 25 |
| 4 | Security Guard | MEP/Q7101 v6 | 30 |
| Grand Total | 100 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 17 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 17 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 31 March 2026 (till 12:00 Midnight) |
| Publication of Provisional Selection List | To be uploaded on SECL website |
| Document Verification & Medical Examination | To be intimated with provisional selection list |
| Commencement of One-Year Apprenticeship Training | FY 2026-27 |
SECL Fresher Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years (as on last date of application 31.03.2026) |
| Upper Age Limit | No upper age limit prescribed |
| Age Relaxation | Not Applicable |
SECL Fresher Apprentice Educational Qualification 2026
- Candidates must have passed 10th / 11th grade as per the requirement of the relevant trade for Fresher Apprentices.
- Candidates should not be pursuing or have completed Apprenticeship Training in any other establishment in the same trade.
- Qualifications must be from Government-recognised institutions only.
SECL Fresher Apprentice Selection Process 2026
- Shortlisting based on % of marks obtained in qualifying examination (10th/11th) as per Government Reservation Policy and merit basis uploaded on Apprenticeship Portal.
- Tie-breaker: If % of marks are equal, the elder candidate gets preference.
- Provisional selection list uploaded on SECL website: secl-cil.in → SECL Departments → Human Resource → HRD → Apprentice.
- Document Verification + Medical Fitness Examination as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992 / Mines Rules 1955 (for Assistant Mine Surveyor).
SECL Fresher Apprentice Stipend 2026
- ₹8,200 per month as per present rate of stipend under NAPS scheme.
- Paid after successful medical fitness and document verification.
Documents Required for Verification
| SL. No. | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10th/11th (SSC/HSC) Marksheet |
| 2 | 10th/11th (SSC/HSC) Certificate |
| 3 | Any Other Certificate / Diploma |
| 4 | Caste Certificate (if applicable) – OBC certificate issued on or after 01.04.2025 only |
| 5 | Notarized Affidavit (on Rs. 10 stamp paper) |
| 6 | Medical Examination Certificate |
| 7 | Aadhaar Card |
| 8 | Aadhaar-linked Bank Account details |
| 9 | Domicile Certificate (for Chhattisgarh/Madhya Pradesh candidates) |
| 10A | Printout of Apprenticeship Profile |
| 10B | Printout of Provisional Selection List with candidate's name |
How to Apply for SECL Fresher Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit official Apprenticeship website www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Click "Login/Register" tab → Candidate → Register as Candidate
- Enter mobile number → Enter email ID → Click Register
- Activation link will be sent to registered email ID → Activate → Login
- Complete your profile entering relevant information and upload required documents
- After registration, login → Click Establishment Search → Enter South Eastern Coalfields Limited
- Enter relevant data and click 'Submit' to make your online application
- Ensure all details match your certificates exactly (Name, Father's name, Aadhaar number)
- Take printout of submitted application for future reference
Important Instructions
- Only applications received through Apprenticeship Portal from 17.03.2026 to 31.03.2026 till 12:00 Midnight will be entertained.
- All details in the portal must match certificates exactly — Name, Father's name, Aadhaar number.
- Candidates should not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier in the same trade.
- Medical Fitness Certificate must be issued after the date of this notification by a Government hospital Medical Officer not below the rank of Assistant Civil Surgeon.
- OBC certificate must be issued on or after 01.04.2025 only.
- Notarized Affidavit must be on Rs. 10 stamp paper in prescribed format.
- Selected candidates will NOT be absorbed in any regular employment in SECL.
- No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for document verification, medical examination or training.
- SECL reserves the right to increase/decrease seats or cancel the entire process without notice.
- Jurisdiction: Bilaspur Court only for any disputes.
- All announcements on official SECL website only — visit regularly.
SECL Apprentices Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
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