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IGCAR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Online Form

Conducted By: IGCAR
Post Date/Update : November 1, 2026 7:12 pm
Short Notice :- Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam has released Advertisement No. IGCAR/03/2026 for engagement of ITI Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 200 Trade Apprentice seats are available in various trades at IGCAR, Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu. Online applications are invited through the prescribed online process.
Important Dates & Application Fee
Important Dates
  • Online Apply: 20.07.2026
  • Last Date : 19.08.2026
  • Last Date For Fee Payment: 19.08.2026
Application Fee
All Candidate Fee:- No Application Fee
Eligibility / Qualification Details
Candidates must possess an ITI pass certificate in the relevant trade mentioned in the notification. The applicable trades include Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Mechanical Machine Tool Maintenance, Electronic Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Plumber, Welder, Horticulture Assistant, Wood Work Technician/Carpenter, Mason/Civil Mistry, Book Binder, PASAA (Programming and System Administration Assistant), Photography and Process Plant Operator.
Age Limit Details
  • Age calculation: 19/08/2026
  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 24 Years
  • SC/ST: 5 Years
  • Age relaxation OBC (NCL): 3 Years relaxation PwBD: 10 Years relaxation
Vacancy Details Total: 200 Posts
Post Name Total Post Qualification
Fitter 46 As per Notification
Turner 07 As per Notification
Machinist 10 As per Notification
Electrician 22 As per Notification
Mechanical Machine Tool Maintenance 01 As per Notification
Electronic Mechanic 15 As per Notification
Instrument Mechanic 18 As per Notification
Draughtsman (Mechanical) 12 As per Notification
Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning 09 As per Notification
Plumber 02 As per Notification
Welder (Gas & Electric) 14 As per Notification
Horticulture Assistant 03 As per Notification
Wood Work Technician/Carpenter 04 As per Notification
Mason/Civil Mistry 04 As per Notification
Book Binder 01 As per Notification
PASAA 19 As per Notification
Photography 01 As per Notification
Process Plant Operator 12 As per Notification
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must first register on the Apprenticeship India portal at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and obtain the unique Apprentice Registration Number. Aadhaar (e-KYC) verification on the apprenticeship portal is mandatory. Candidates can then submit the application online through the IGCAR website www.igcar.gov.in under “Opportunities → Recruitment” between 20.07.2026 and 19.08.2026. Only online applications will be accepted. Candidates can apply for one trade only and must enter their personal and trade details as per their certificates.
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Other Details

Apprenticeship training is for one year. Selected candidates must undergo document verification and the prescribed medical examination. Before commencement of training, candidates have to execute an Apprenticeship Contract. After completing training, apprentices have to undergo a Trade Test, and the National Apprenticeship Certificate is awarded only after passing the Trade Test. Completion of apprenticeship does not provide any claim or provision for employment at IGCAR. Selected candidates may be provided hostel accommodation on a chargeable basis subject to availability. No TA/DA will be paid for attending document verification or medical examination.

Documents Required: Candidates should keep scanned PDF copies of applicable caste/disability/EWS certificates and 8th/10th marksheet, ITI Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT), semester-wise marksheets and consolidated marksheet ready for uploading. At document verification, candidates are required to bring the signed application form with recent photograph, police verification certificate, DOB/SSC certificate, educational and ITI documents, applicable caste/EWS/PwBD certificates, bank account/passbook, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Apprentice Registration confirmation and applicable CGPA-to-percentage certificate.

Training Location: Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu – 603102. The duration of apprenticeship training is one year.

Stipend: Candidates with a 2-year ITI training qualification will receive ₹11,040 per month, while candidates with a 1-year ITI training qualification will receive ₹10,560 per month, as per the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2025 and applicable rules.

Selection Process: Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the percentage of marks obtained in their ITI course. In case of a tie in ITI percentage, higher percentage in 10th/8th standard will be considered, and if there is still a tie, the candidate born earlier will be placed higher in the merit list. Selected lists for each trade will be published on the IGCAR website. Shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification, failing which their candidature will be cancelled.

Important Note: Candidates are advised to carefully read and verify the official advertisement/notification before applying and ensure that all eligibility conditions and required documents are fulfilled. Exams247.in provides information for informational purposes only and will not be responsible for any error, omission, change, delay, loss or issue arising from the application process. Candidates should always refer to the official IGCAR notification and website for the latest and final information.