NPCIL MAPS Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria :
Applicants interested in NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must carefully verify that they meet all prescribed eligibility conditions as on 30/06/2026. This apprenticeship opportunity is intended only for fresh candidates who have not previously completed apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates currently undergoing apprenticeship training or those who discontinued previous apprenticeship programs without completion are not eligible to apply.

Mandatory Registration :
Trade Apprentice candidates must register on the NAPS 2.0 portal, while Diploma and Graduate Apprentice candidates must register on NATS 2.0 before applying.

Trade Apprentice Qualification :
Candidates should possess a full-time ITI qualification in the relevant trade from a recognized institution.

Diploma Apprentice Qualification :
Applicants must hold a full-time Diploma in Engineering/Technology and should have passed within 5 years from the closing date.

Graduate Apprentice Qualification :
Candidates should possess a recognized full-time degree in non-engineering disciplines obtained within the last 5 years.

Previous Apprenticeship Status :
Candidates who have already completed or are currently pursuing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act are not eligible.

CGPA/Grade Conversion :
Candidates with grading systems must submit an officially authenticated conversion formula from their institution
Aadhaar Requirement :
Aadhaar Card linked with the candidate’s bank account is compulsory.

Police Verification Requirement :
Selection is subject to mandatory police verification due to the security-sensitive nature of the Kalpakkam site.

Medical Standards :
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical and physical fitness requirements before engagement.

Age Limit :
Candidates must satisfy the minimum and maximum age requirements applicable to their apprentice category as on 30/06/2026. Reserved category candidates are eligible for relaxation in upper age limit as per Government of India norms.
Trade Apprentice : 18 years-24 years.
Diploma Apprentice : 18 years - 25 years.
Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) : 21 years- 28 years.
Applicable Age Relaxation ;
SC/ST : 5 years.
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) : 3 years.
PwBD : 10 years.

Application Fee :
The official notification does not prescribe any application fee for this apprenticeship recruitment process. Candidates can submit their applications without payment of any registration or examination charges.

Selection Process :
Selection of apprentices will be carried out entirely on the basis of academic merit obtained in the qualifying examination. There will be no written examination or interview process. Final engagement depends upon successful document verification, medical examination, and police clearance.
Stage 1 : Merit-Based Shortlisting ;
Candidates will be shortlisted according to marks secured in ITI, Diploma, or Graduation examinations. Preference in selection will be provided to candidates residing within 16 km radius of the MAPS Kalpakkam plant site.
Tie-Breaking Method
Older candidates will be given preference when marks are equal
If date of birth is also identical, higher marks in Class 10 will be considered
Stage 2 : Verification of Certificates
Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates along with self-attested photocopies during verification. Any mismatch or false information may lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
Stage 3 : Medical Fitness Examination ;
Candidates must fulfill NPCIL’s prescribed physical and medical standards to be considered eligible for apprenticeship training.
Stage 4 : Police Clearance Verification ;
Since the MAPS Kalpakkam facility is a restricted area, all selected candidates must submit a valid Police Verification Certificate before commencement of training.

Who Should Not Apply :
The following candidates are advised not to apply for this recruitment process ;
Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training earlier.
Applicants currently undergoing apprenticeship training in any organization.
Candidates who discontinued previous apprenticeship training without completion.
Applicants exceeding prescribed age limits.
Diploma or Graduate candidates who passed their qualification beyond the permitted 5-year period.
Candidates possessing distance education or part-time qualifications.
Applicants who do not meet required medical standards.
Candidates unable to obtain mandatory police verification.
OBC candidates belonging to Creamy Layer category.
Candidates submitting false information or forged documents.

Common Mistakes to Avoid Before Applying :
Candidates should carefully review all application instructions and eligibility conditions before submission to prevent rejection.
Registering on the incorrect apprenticeship portal.
Not linking Aadhaar with bank account before registration.
Sending incomplete application forms.
Forgetting to attach required photographs or certificates.
Not enclosing CGPA-to-percentage conversion proof.
Missing the application deadline.
Incorrect category selection in the application form.
Failure to attach residential proof for local preference claim.
Welder trade candidates not attaching the required 8th standard mark sheet.
How to Apply for NPCIL MAPS Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Applications must be submitted only through offline mode. Candidates are first required to complete registration on the relevant apprenticeship portal and then send the completed application form by post to NPCIL MAPS Kalpakkam.

Application Procedure :
Step 1: Complete registration on NAPS 2.0 or NATS 2.0 as applicable.
Step 2: Download the prescribed application form from the official NPCIL website.
Step 3: Fill the application form carefully in block letters and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
Step 4: Attach all required self-attested documents.
Step 5: Send the completed application by post before 30/06/2026 to the notified address.

Documents Required Along with Application :
Candidates should attach self-attested copies of all required documents while sending the application form.
Proof of date of birth.
Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
ITI/Diploma/Graduation certificates.
8th standard mark sheet for Welder trade applicants.
Valid caste or EWS certificate, if applicable.
Disability certificate for PwBD candidates.
Police Verification Certificate.
Character or Conduct Certificate.
Aadhaar Card.
Passport-size photographs.
Residential proof for local preference claim.
Apprenticeship portal registration proof.
CGPA conversion certificate from institution.

Address for Sending Application :
Deputy Manager (HRM).
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited.
Madras Atomic Power Station.
Kalpakkam – 603102.
Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu.

Important Instructions for Candidates :
Candidates should thoroughly read all terms and conditions mentioned in the notification before applying for apprenticeship training.
Apprenticeship training does not guarantee regular employment in NPCIL.
Training duration will be limited to one year only.
Candidates with prior apprenticeship experience are not eligible.
Preference will be provided to local candidates residing near the MAPS site.
Selected candidates must execute an apprenticeship contract as per Government rules.
Police Verification Certificate is compulsory before joining.
Submission of false information may result in rejection and legal action.
Only regular full-time qualifications are accepted.
Diploma and Graduate Apprentices must satisfy the prescribed 5-year qualification condition.
Reserved category candidates must submit valid certificates in Central Government format.
Women candidates are encouraged to apply for apprenticeship opportunities.
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process without assigning any reason.