SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026; South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has released the official notification for 1600 Graduate and Technician Apprentices vacancies in various engineering and general streams. To be eligible, candidates must hold a 4-year or 3-year full-time regular degree for Graduate Apprenticeship, or a 3-year full-time regular diploma for Technician Apprenticeship in the relevant discipline. Candidates must also be registered on the NATS 2.0 portal and be at least 18 years of age as on 31st March 2026.
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
Candidates interested for Graduate Apprenticeship and Technician Apprenticeship program must go through the detailed information regarding SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 by reading the official notification pdf. Download the official notification pdf released at www.secl.gov.in and check eligibility, age limit and other details carefully.
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Subsidiary of Coal India Ltd. |
| Advertisement No. | SECL/BSP/HRD/NATS/Apprentice 26-27/1393 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentices & Technician Apprentices (Various Streams) |
| Category | Apprenticeship Training (One Year) |
| Total Seats | 1600 |
| Application Mode | Online only (via SECL Portal after NATS 2.0 registration) |
| Registration Dates | 17th to 31st March 2026 |
| Stipend | Graduate: Rs. 12,300/month Technician: Rs. 10,900/month |
| Job Location | Opencast / Underground Mines and Establishments of SECL (Chhattisgarh & Madhya Pradesh) |
| Selection Process | Merit based on Date of Passing + Marks + DOB (Two Level Seniority Lists) |
| Official website | www.secl.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | March 17, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | March 17, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 31, 2026 (12:00 Midnight) |
| Provisional Selection List | 2nd Week of April 2026 |
| Document Verification Starts | April 20, 2026 onwards |
SECL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
The vacancies are distributed across various engineering and technical disciplines, including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mining, Computer Science, and others. Candidates can check the discipline-wise breakdown from the below table.
| Categories | Category / Trade | Vacancies |
| Graduate Apprentice | Mining Engg. | 200 |
| Civil Engineering. | 20 | |
| Electrical Engineering. | 30 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | 30 | |
| Electronics. & Tel. Engg. | 10 | |
| Administration (BBA) | 25 | |
| Computer Application (BCA) | 100 | |
| Commerce (B.Com) | 50 | |
| B.Sc. in Chemistry) | 35 | |
| Technician Apprentice | Mining Engg. | 900 |
| Mine Surveying | 40 | |
| Civil Engg. | 40 | |
| Electrical Engg. | 50 | |
| Mechanical Engg. | 50 | |
| Electronics & Telecommunications. Engg. | 20 | |
| Total | 1600 | |
SECL Apprentice Application Form 2026
Interested candidates can apply for SECL Recruitment for Apprentice posts by visiting https://apprenticeship.secl-cil.in/ or clicking the direct link shared below. Submitting the application forms is mandatory to be a part of selection process. The link to apply will remain active from 17th March to 31st March 2026 (12 midnight0, so advised to submit your forms without any delay.
Eligibility Criteria for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
Educational Qualification (as on last date of application):
- Graduate Apprentices: 4-year Degree (for Engineering) / 3-year Degree (for General Streams) from a recognized institution.
- Technician Apprentices: 3-year Diploma in relevant Engineering branch (3 years after 10th or 2 years after 12th with lateral entry). One-year Diploma is not allowed.
- Mode: Only through Regular (Full-time) mode of education.
Year of Passing: Candidates should not have passed their qualifying degree/diploma more than 5 years before the date of joining as an apprentice.
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years as of the last date of application (31.03.2026).
NATS Registration: Must be registered on the NATS 2.0 portal (https://nats.education.gov.in).
Other Conditions:
- Must not have undergone apprenticeship training elsewhere earlier.
- Must not have completed employment/service for one year or more.
- Must not be pursuing or have completed a Postgraduate qualification.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on the following criteria:
Shortlisting Basis: Candidates are shortlisted based on the date of passing in the qualifying degree/diploma. Earlier passed candidates are placed higher.
Tie-Breaker: In case of a tie, the following order is used:
- Higher percentage of marks in Degree/Diploma.
- Higher percentage in 12th /10th.
- Older date of birth.
Level-Wise Selection:
- Level-1: Candidates from Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
- Level-2: Candidates from other states (including other Western Region states) are considered after exhausting Level-1 candidates.
- Provisional List: The provisional selection list will be uploaded on the SECL website in the 2nd week of April 2026.
How to Apply For SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application process involves two mandatory steps: Registration on NATS portal and application on the SECL portal.
Step 1: Register on NATS 2.0 Portal
- Visit https://nats.education.gov.in or https://moenats.aicte-india.org.
- Complete student registration and obtain your NATS ID.
Step 2: Apply on SECL Portal
- Visit the SECL Apprenticeship Portal: https://apprenticeship.secl-cil.in/login.php.
- Click on “New User – Register Here!” and complete the registration.
- Login with your Email ID and Password.
- Fill the application form in four parts:
- Part I: Basic Information (Address, etc.)
- Part II: Educational Details (Upload SSC Certificate, Degree/Diploma Certificate, NATS Registration Document)
- Part III: Upload Photograph, Signature, and Aadhar Card
- Part IV: Bank Details (Aadhaar-linked account)
- Tick the Terms & Conditions and click “Final Submit” .
- Save and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Note: Applications sent through post/mail or any other mode will not be accepted.
Important Links
| SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | NOTIFICATION |
| SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | APPLY ONLINE |
