Post Date: 5 November 2026 | Last Update: 5 November 2026
Short Information
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has invited applications for 171 Trade Apprentice seats at its Malanjkhand Copper Project in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh. The engagement is under the Apprentices Act, 1961, across 19 trades. Online applications open on 5 November 2026 and close on 24 November 2026. HCL is a Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. Notification No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 is dated 3 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 3 November 2026 |
| Application starts | 5 November 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply | 24 November 2026 |
| Eligibility cut-off date | 1 November 2026 |
Application Fee
Check the official notification for the application fee.
Age Limit
Check the official notification for the age limit.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (19 trades) | 171 |
| Total | 171 |
Qualification
Class 10th (10+2 system) + ITI certificate in the relevant trade; mining fresher trades — Class 10th only.
How to Apply
- First register on the NAPS portal, apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Then visit the official HCL website, hindustancopper.com.
- Open the Trade Apprentice recruitment link (Notification HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026).
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Fill and submit the online form before 24 November 2026 and keep a printout.
This is apprenticeship training, not permanent employment. Check the official notification for stipend, application fee, age limit and the trade-wise seat split.
Important Links
| Link | Website |
|---|---|
| HCL Official Website | hindustancopper.com |
| Apprenticeship Portal (NAPS) | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
FAQs
Q1. How many HCL Trade Apprentice seats are there? A: 171.
Q2. What is the application window? A: 5 November to 24 November 2026.
Q3. What is the eligibility? A: Class 10th + ITI in the relevant trade; mining fresher trades need Class 10th only.
Q4. Is this a permanent job? A: No, it is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act.
Q5. Why are there two steps? A: NAPS portal registration first, then the application on the HCL website — both are mandatory.
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