HCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 171 Posts
Published
- Posts
- 171
- Last date
- 24 Nov 2026
- Qualification
- 10th Pass, ITI
- Location
- Malanjkhand, Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) is hiring 171 trade apprentices at its Malanjkhand Copper Project in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh. Posts cover 19 trades, from mines roles like Shotfirer/Blaster to ITI trades like Electrician, Fitter and Computer Assistant. Most trades need a 10th pass plus an ITI certificate in the matching trade; Mate (Mines) and Shotfirer/Blaster (Mines) need only a 10th pass. Applications close on 24 November 2026, and the notice does not give a closing time. Start your Step 1 registration on the apprenticeship portal early, because the application cannot be submitted without it.
Who Should Apply for HCL Trade Apprentice 2026
Applicants with a 10th pass and an ITI certificate in the matching trade fit best, and Mate or Shotfirer/Blaster applicants need only a 10th pass; diploma or B.E. holders are not considered, so do not assume a higher degree helps.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Register on www.apprenticeship.gov.in first and note the registration number, since the HCL form will not be finally submitted without it.
- Make sure your name, father's and mother's names, date of birth and Aadhaar details match your 10th and ITI mark sheets exactly, or your candidature may be rejected.
- If you passed ITI in 2025 or earlier, prepare an affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper sworn before a Magistrate or Notary Public and upload it as a PDF under 1 MB.
- Do not apply for more than one trade; only the first submitted application will be considered.
HCL Trade Apprentice 2026: हिंदी में सारांश
हिंदुस्तान कॉपर लिमिटेड (HCL) ने मलांजखंड, बालाघाट, मध्य प्रदेश में ट्रेड अप्रेंटिस के 171 पदों के लिए भर्ती अधिसूचना जारी की है। आवेदन के लिए उम्मीदवार की आयु 18 से 25 वर्ष के बीच होनी चाहिए, और 10वीं पास के साथ संबंधित ट्रेड में ITI होना आवश्यक है; कुछ ट्रेड के लिए केवल 10वीं पास भी मान्य है। आवेदन के लिए पहले www.apprenticeship.gov.in पर पंजीकरण करना होता है, फिर www.hindustancopper.com पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन किया जाता है। ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 24 नवंबर 2026 है।
Download the HCL Trade Apprentice Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 3 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 24 Nov 2026 |
| Cut-off date for Age & Qualification & in all other respect | 2026-11-01 |
| Publication of short-listed candidates List | 2026-12-08 |
| Published on this site | 4 Nov 2026 |
HCL Trade Apprentice 2026 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 171
| Trade | Training Duration | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mate Mines (Fresher) | 3 Years | 3 | - | - | 1 | - | 4 |
| Shotfirer/ Blaster (Mines) | 2 Years | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 13 |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic (LMV) | 1 Year 3 Months | 2 | 1 | - | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 1 Year | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Fitter | 1 Year | 6 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 16 |
| Turner/Machinist | 1 Year | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 16 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 1 Year | 6 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 16 |
| Electrician | 1 Year | 15 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 36 |
| Draughtsman Civil | 1 Year | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Draughtsman Mechanical | 1 Year | - | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Computer Assistant (COPA) | 1 Year | 8 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| Surveyor | 1 Year | 2 | - | - | 1 | - | 3 |
| AC & Refrigeration Mechanic | 1 Year | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | 1 Year | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | 2 |
| Carpenter | 1 Year | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Plumber | 1 Year | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 3 |
| Horticulture Assistant | 1 Year | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 1 Year | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| Solar Technician (Electrician) | 1 Year | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| TOTAL | 71 | 25 | 12 | 46 | 17 | 171 |
HCL Trade Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Passed 10th / Matric exam under 10+2 system or equivalent (Mate Mines, Shotfirer/Blaster, Driver-cum-Mechanic)
- Passed 10th / Matric plus ITI passed in the concerned trade from recognized institute (Sl. No. 4 to 19)
Age Limit
18 to 25 years (as on 1 Nov 2026)
Check your age for this post
Age is counted on 1 Nov 2026; upper limit 25 years, minimum 18.
Category relaxation is not added: see Age Relaxation below. If limits differ by post, use the age for your post in the notification.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit
- OBC: 3 years relaxation in upper age limit
Other Conditions
- Higher professional qualifications such as Diploma / B.E. shall not be considered
- Candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or earlier must submit a non-judicial stamp paper affidavit
- Registration on apprenticeship.gov.in is mandatory
- Engagement subject to being declared medically fit
- Apprenticeship gives no claim to employment at HCL/MCP
Posts located in: Madhya Pradesh. Check domicile and reservation rules in the notification.
HCL Trade Apprentice 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
As printed in the notification: As admissible under the rules
HCL Trade Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
- Merit based on ITI marks (30% weightage) and 10th marks (70% weightage)
- For Mate (Mines) and Blaster (Mines), 100% weightage to 10th marks
- Tie broken in favour of higher age
How to Apply for HCL Trade Apprentice 2026
- Step 1: Register on www.apprenticeship.gov.in, select Establishment Search and choose Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project; note the generated registration number
- Step 2: Apply online at www.hindustancopper.com; one application per candidate
Required Documents
- Passport-size colour photograph (under 50 KB, .jpg)
- Signature in English in black ink (under 50 KB, .jpg)
- Affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper for ITI passed in 2025 or earlier (under 1 MB, PDF)
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Contact and Helpline
For problems with the application or payment, contact the recruiting body directly. ItsSarkariNaukri.com cannot help with individual applications.
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 07637-257042/257072 |
Before You Apply for HCL Trade Apprentice 2026: Quick Check
- You hold the qualification for the exact post you want (Passed 10th / Matric exam under 10+2 system or equivalent (Mate Mines, Shotfirer/Blaster, Driver-cum-Mechanic), or as listed for other posts).
- Your age is between 18 and 25 years on 1 Nov 2026, before any relaxation you are entitled to.
- If you are claiming age relaxation, your category or other certificate is in the format and date range the notice asks for.
- You have completed the registration step named in the application process before starting the form.
- Your photograph and signature are scanned to the size and format the portal asks for, and your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- You will submit and pay by 24 Nov 2026, not on the last evening when portals slow down.
- You have read the official notification in full, not just this summary.
What Happens After Selection
Selected candidates sign a contract of apprenticeship and join for the training period stated in the notice, with a monthly stipend.
At the end, apprentices who complete the training receive a certificate. An apprenticeship does not by itself lead to a permanent post, though some employers give weightage to their own trained apprentices in later recruitment.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
HCL Trade Apprentice 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply if I have a diploma or B.E.?
No. The notification says candidates with higher professional qualifications such as Diploma or B.E. shall not be considered.
Is there an age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes. SC and ST candidates get 5 years and OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
Does the apprenticeship guarantee a job at HCL?
No. The notification says the apprenticeship gives no scope or claim to employment at HCL or the Malanjkhand Copper Project after training.
Will a medical check be done?
Yes. Engagement is subject to being declared medically fit as per HCL's requirements.
Abbreviations on This Page
- UR
- Unreserved
- SC
- Scheduled Castes
- ST
- Scheduled Tribes
- OBC
- Other Backward Classes
- EWS
- Economically Weaker Sections
- ITI
- Industrial Training Institute
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by Hindustan Copper Limited. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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