NFC ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 432 Vacancies, Stipend & Apply Online

Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC), Hyderabad, under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released a notification for the engagement of ITI Trade Apprentices for the 2026-27 training year. The recruitment is for candidates who have completed 10th and ITI in the relevant trade.

A total of 432 tentative apprentice vacancies are available across 16 trades, including Fitter, Turner, Electrician, Machinist, COPA, Electronics Mechanic, Welder and others. The apprenticeship training will be for one year, with a monthly stipend of ₹11,040 or ₹10,560, depending on the trade.

Eligible candidates must register on the NAPS portal and apply for Nuclear Fuel Complex, Hyderabad. The last date to submit applications is September 16, 2026.

NFC ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 432 tentative vacancies are available for ITI candidates. Applications must be submitted through the NAPS portal, and shortlisted candidates will be selected through a walk-in interview.

NFC ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The vacancies are described as tentative and may be increased or decreased according to the office requirements of NFC.

NFC ITI Apprentice Vacancy 2026

NFC has announced 432 tentative vacancies across various ITI trades. Fitter has the highest number of vacancies with 133 posts, followed by Electrician with 58, Turner with 51 and Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) with 65 vacancies.

Trade-wise Vacancy Details

The official notification specifies 432 total tentative vacancies. The number of vacancies can change depending on NFC’s requirements.

NFC ITI Apprentice Eligibility

Candidates applying for the NFC ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must have passed 10th standard and ITI in the respective trade.

The ITI qualification must correspond to the trade for which the candidate is applying. For example, candidates applying for Fitter must possess the required Fitter ITI qualification.

Candidates should also have the required ITI marks sheet and National Trade Certificate (NTC) for verification.

Important eligibility conditions

Candidates should note the following:

• Minimum age is 18 years as on the closing date of application.
• Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 are not eligible.
• Candidates currently undergoing apprenticeship in a Government, PSU or private organization are also not eligible.
• Candidates with post-graduation are not eligible.
• NAPS registration is mandatory.
• Candidates must apply through the NAPS portal.
• Candidates claiming SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) reservation must mention their category while registering on NAPS.

NFC ITI Apprentice Age Limit

The candidate must be at least 18 years old on the closing date of the application.

The upper age limits specified in the notification are:

Therefore, candidates should check their age eligibility with reference to the September 16, 2026 application closing date.

NFC Apprentice Stipend 2026

The stipend depends on the trade.

Candidates selected for most of the listed trades, including Fitter, Turner, Electrician, Machinist, Electronics Mechanic and Welder, will receive ₹11,040 per month.

For trades including COPA, Diesel Mechanic, Carpenter, Plumber and Stenographer (English), the stipend specified is ₹10,560 per month.

The selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training under the provisions of the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.

NFC ITI Apprentice Selection Process

There is no regular written examination mentioned in this notification.

After candidates submit their applications through the NAPS portal, the NFC Selection Committees will scrutinize the applications and select candidates through a walk-in interview.

The information regarding the walk-in interview and subsequent training commencement will be communicated to selected candidates through email.

Selection process

NAPS Registration → Online Application → Application Scrutiny → Walk-in Interview → Document Verification → Apprenticeship Training

Candidates should therefore keep the email address provided during registration active and check it regularly during the selection process.

How to Apply for NFC ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal.

Step-by-step application process

1. Visit the NAPS apprenticeship portal.
2. Register as an apprentice if you have not already registered.
3. Log in using your registered email ID and password.
4. Go to Apprenticeship Opportunities.
5. Select Search by Establishment Name.
6. Enter Nuclear Fuel Complex-E11153600013.
7. The trades available at NFC Hyderabad will be displayed.
8. Select the trade for which you are eligible.
9. Click the Apply button against the relevant trade.
10. Upload the required documents and complete the application.

The NFC notification specifically instructs candidates to search for Nuclear Fuel Complex-E11153600013 on the NAPS portal and apply against their desired trade.

Apply Online: NAPS Apprenticeship Portal

NFC ITI Apprentice Application Last Date

The last date for receipt of applications is September 16, 2026.

Candidates should complete both their NAPS registration and NFC application before the deadline. Applications received after the due date or incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.

Documents Required for NFC Apprenticeship

Candidates should keep their original documents and copies ready for physical verification.

The notification lists the following documents:

• 10th/SSC marks sheet or certificate
• ITI marks sheet
• National Trade Certificate
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Disability certificate, if applicable
• Medical/health insurance
• Aadhaar card
• Police verification certificate
• Savings bank account details and passbook
• Hard copy of the online application
• Photocopies of the required documents
• Two recent passport-size photographs

Selected candidates must also submit a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by an Assistant Civil Surgeon or Civil Surgeon at the time of joining.

Candidates are advised to start the process of obtaining the required police verification certificate for the address mentioned on their Aadhaar card because the certificate is required when reporting for apprenticeship joining.

Important Points About NFC ITI Apprenticeship

This recruitment is for apprenticeship training and not a permanent government job.

NFC clearly states that receiving an apprenticeship offer does not confer any right to employment in NFC. There is also no provision for automatically appointing apprentices in NFC after they complete their training.

The selected candidates have to execute a one-year apprenticeship contract under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and its applicable rules.

After completing the training period, apprentices have to undergo a Trade Test to assess their proficiency in the designated trade. Candidates who pass the Trade Test will be awarded the National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) through the apprenticeship portal by the Controller of Examinations, DGT.

Accommodation may also be provided by NFC to apprentices subject to availability of quarters.

NFC ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Download
Online application link:  Apply Online
Official Website: Check Here

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