NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a prestigious Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has invited online applications for Apprenticeship Training 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment is exclusively for wards and spouses of in-service, retired, deceased NLC India employees and eligible contract workmen.
Candidates holding B.Pharm (Ayurveda), B.Pharm (Allopathy), and Diploma in Pharmacy can apply for Pharmacist Apprentice positions. The apprenticeship offers attractive monthly stipends, hands-on industry training, and an opportunity to gain valuable experience in one of India’s leading public sector enterprises.
Highlights of NLC India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Organization: NLC India Limited (NLCIL)
- Training Type: Apprenticeship Training (2026–27)
- Training Duration: 12 Months
- Job Category: Pharmacist Apprentice
- Application Mode: Online
- Location: Neyveli, Tamil Nadu
Pharmacist Apprentice Vacancy Details
| Trade | Qualification | Employee Ward Slots | Contract Workmen Ward Slots | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist (Ayurveda) | B.Pharm (Ayurveda) | 01 | 01 | ₹15,028 |
| Pharmacist (Allopathy) | B.Pharm (Allopathy) | 01 | 01 | ₹15,028 |
| Technician Apprentice (Pharmacist) | Diploma in Pharmacy | 01 | 01 | ₹12,524 |
Government DBT Contribution
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹4,500 per month
- Diploma Apprentice: ₹4,000 per month
Educational Qualification
Graduate Apprentice
- Regular Full-Time B.Pharm (Ayurveda) or B.Pharm (Allopathy) from a UGC-recognized University.
Technician Apprentice
- Regular Full-Time Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized Board or Institution.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Minimum age should be 18 years.
- Graduate and Diploma candidates should have passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- No restriction on passing year for ITI candidates.
- Must not have undergone apprenticeship training previously.
- Should not possess one year or more work experience.
- Applicant must be:
- Ward or spouse of an in-service NLCIL employee.
- Ward of retired/deceased employee.
- Ward of eligible NLCIL contract workmen (INDCOSERVE/HOWSICOS/AMC/BMC).
Selection Process
Selection will be based entirely on:
- Percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- CGPA conversion as per University norms.
- In case of tie, older candidate will be given preference.
No written examination or interview has been notified.
Reservation
Reservation will be applicable as per the Apprentices Act for:
- SC
- ST
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
- EWS
- PwBD
Candidates must submit valid certificates in the prescribed Government format.
Apprentice Benefits
- One year of industrial training in a Navratna PSU.
- Monthly stipend up to ₹15,028.
- Practical pharmaceutical experience.
- Government-supported apprenticeship under DBT.
- Excellent addition to pharmacy career profile.
Note: Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment in NLC India Limited.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 29 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Merit List | 24 August 2026 |
| Tentative Joining | 26 August 2026 |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should:
- Visit the official NLC India Limited recruitment portal.
- Complete the online registration.
- Upload educational certificates and eligibility documents.
- Submit the application before 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference