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Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL) has released an employment opportunity on its official website at @www.irel.co.in for candidates with graduation, diploma and ITI qualifications to work as apprentices in the Rare Earths Division of IREL located in Kochi, Kerala. The apprentice program is for a period of 1 year and applicants with a relevant degree can apply for the role till 15th March 2026. The application link is active and the interested aspirants must read about age, eligibility, vacancy, application process, selection rules and other key details related to IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 given in this article.
IREL Apprentices Notification 2026
Indian Rare Earths Limited has released an advertisement for the engagment of interns from Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science and other disciplines. The official notification provides complete details about the IREL internship hiring program 2026 for a total of 30 vacancies. The interns will be placed for a period of 1 year and application submission has to be done by email after registration on the NATS and NAPS portal. The IREL Apprentice notification PDF is available in the overview table below.
IREL Apprenticeship 2026 Recruitment: Highlights
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IREL Apprentices 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 30 apprenticeship seats are available across Graduate, Technician and Trade categories.
| Sr. No. | Post Name | No. of Apprentices |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentice | 05 |
| 2 | Graduate Apprentice | 01 |
| 3 | Graduate Apprentice | 01 |
| 4 | Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice | 02 |
| 5 | Technician Apprentice | 01 |
| 6 | Technician Apprentice | 01 |
| 7 | Technician Apprentice | 01 |
| 8 | Technician Apprentice | 01 |
| 9 | Trade Apprentice | 02 |
| 10 | Trade Apprentice | 02 |
| 11 | Trade Apprentice | 01 |
| 12 | Trade Apprentice | 01 |
| 13 | Trade Apprentice | 03 |
| 14 | Trade Apprentice | 04 |
| 15 | Trade Apprentice | 01 |
| 16 | Trade Apprentice | 02 |
| 17 | Trade Apprentice | 01 |
| Total | 30 |
IREL Eligibility Criteria 2026 for Graduate, Technician & Trade Apprentices
Candidates should not have done or be doing an apprenticeship with IREL or any other organisation as per the Apprenticeship Act 1961. Only candidates who meet this rule are eligible to apply
| Sr. No. | Post Name | Education Qualification | Age Limit |
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| 1 | Graduate Apprentice (NATS) | B.Tech in Chemical Engineering | 18 to 25 Years |
| 2 | Graduate Apprentice (NATS) | B.Tech in Civil Engineering | |
| 3 | Graduate Apprentice (NATS) | B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering | |
| 4 | Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice (NATS) | B.Com | |
| 5 | Technician Apprentice (NATS) | Diploma in Civil Engineering | |
| 6 | Technician Apprentice (NATS) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | |
| 7 | Technician Apprentice (NATS) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | |
| 8 | Technician Apprentice (NATS) | Diploma in Computer Engineering | |
| 9 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | B.Sc (Chemistry) | |
| 10 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | B.Sc (Physics) | |
| 11 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | Executive (HR) – MBA/PG in HR / PM&IR or equivalent | |
| 12 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | ITI (Plumber) | |
| 13 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | ITI (Welder) | |
| 14 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | ITI (Fitter) | |
| 15 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | ITI (MMV) | |
| 16 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | ITI (Electrician) | |
| 17 | Trade Apprentice (NAPS) | ITI (Instrument Mechanic) |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years of relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years of relaxation |
| PwBD | Up to 10 years of relaxation |
IREL Online Application Form for Apprenticeship Program 2026
Candidates applying for Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts must register on the (NATS 2.0) portal of the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region) before applying. Those not registered can do so at nats.education.gov.in. Applicants for Trade Apprentice posts must register on the Apprenticeship India portal (NAPS) at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in before applying.
IREL Graduate & Technician Apprentice 2026 Apply Online Link
IREL Trade Apprentice 2026 Apply Online Link
How to Apply for IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The following are the steps to apply for the IREL Apprentices Recruitment 2026.
| Step | Graduate & Technician Apprentices | Trade Apprentices |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Register on the NATS 2.0 portal (BOAT–SR) | Register on the Apprenticeship India (NAPS) portal |
| Step 2 | Apply using Establishment Reg. No. SKLERC000015 | Apply using Establishment Reg. No. E11153200006 |
| Step 3 | Download and fill Annexure A given in the official notification on A4-size paper | Download and fill Annexure A given in the official notification on A4-size paper |
| Step 4 | Self-attest and scan all required documents | Self-attest and scan all required documents |
| Step 5 | Email the scanned application to hrm-red@irel.co.in | Email the scanned application to hrm-red@irel.co.in |
Step 6. Email subject must be:
“APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES AGAINST NOTIFICATION NO. IREL/RED/HRM/Apprentices Engagement/2026-27/01”
Step 7. Attach scanned self-attested documents, including:
- Proof of Date of Birth (10th certificate or Birth Certificate)
- Educational certificates and mark sheets (ITI/Diploma/Degree)
- Category certificate/OBC declaration (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of enrollment on NATS/NAPS
- Send the completed application and documents to: hrm-red@irel.co.in
- Applications received after 15 March 2026 or with missing documents will not be considered. The IREL will not be responsible for email delays or technical issues.
What is the IREL 2026 Selection Criteria for Interns?
Shortlisting Based on Merit: Candidates meeting the age and educational eligibility will be shortlisted based on marks in their qualifying examination. For the Rare Earths Division (RED), priority is given to the Land Affected Category, peripheral villages, wards of IREL employees, Ernakulam district and Kerala state. CGPA/grades must be converted to percentages as per University norms.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must submit originals along with self-attested copies of all required documents, including date of birth proof, educational certificates, category/OBC declaration, Aadhaar, nativity certificate and enrollment proof. RED candidates must also provide a valid Police Verification Certificate. Incomplete or missing documents will lead to rejection.
Medical Examination: Candidates clearing document verification must be declared medically fit by the Company’s doctor. Only then will they be engaged as apprentices and assigned departments for training under the Apprentices Act. Any false information or ineligibility detected at any stage may lead to cancellation of candidature.
IREL Apprentices Salary 2026
Apprentices at Indian Rare Earths Limited. will receive a stipend as per the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and any updates notified by the Government. In addition to the stipend each apprentice will be provided a food coupon worth ₹1,500 per month.
| Post Name | Stipend Details | Additional Benefit |
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| Apprentice | As prescribed under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and as notified by the Government from time to time | Food coupon worth ₹1,500 per month |
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