The Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC), Hyderabad, Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. NFC/R-III/1/08/2026/365 dated 24 August 2026 for engagement of Diploma in Engineering and Graduate in Engineering Apprentices for the year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 106 tentative vacancies are on offer – 79 for Diploma in Engineering across 8 disciplines and 27 for Graduate in Engineering across 5 disciplines – for one year of apprenticeship training at the Nuclear Fuel Complex, ECIL Post, Hyderabad. Applications are submitted online only through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in using Establishment Code STLHDC000003. The last date to apply is 16 September 2026. Note that this is a separate advertisement from the NFC ITI Trade Apprentice notification (Advt. No. NFC/R-III/1/08/2026) released simultaneously – candidates must apply through the respective correct portal for each category.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Three things that will disqualify your application before the walk-in. First, candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training anywhere under the Apprentices Act, 1961 are not eligible – prior apprenticeship experience is a disqualifying condition in both NFC advertisements this cycle. Second, candidates with post-graduate qualifications are not eligible – the qualification ceiling for this advertisement is a Diploma or Graduate degree in Engineering; PG holders may not apply. Third, if you are applying as SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), you must declare your category at the time of NATS portal registration itself – declaring it later is not accepted, and a candidate who fails to declare at registration will be treated as General category throughout the process, with no option to revise.
NFC Hyderabad Engineering Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC), Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | NFC/R-III/1/08/2026/365 dated 24 August 2026 |
| Post | Diploma in Engineering Apprentice and Graduate in Engineering Apprentice |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 106 tentative (79 Diploma + 27 Graduate) |
| Training Location | Nuclear Fuel Complex, ECIL Post, Hyderabad – 500062, Telangana |
| Training Duration | One year |
| Application Mode | Online only via NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) |
| NATS Establishment Code | STLHDC000003 |
| Application Fee | Not prescribed |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 September 2026 |
| Stipend – Diploma | Rs. 10,900 per month |
| Stipend – Graduate | Rs. 12,300 per month |
| Selection Mode | Merit-based shortlisting + Walk-in Interview |
| Official Website | nfc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 24 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply via NATS portal | 16 September 2026 |
| Walk-in interview date | To be communicated by email to shortlisted candidates |
| Training commencement | To be intimated to selected candidates by email |
Keep the registered email ID active and check it regularly. All further communication from NFC goes only to the registered email address.
Vacancy and Stipend – Discipline-wise
Diploma in Engineering – 79 Posts | Stipend: Rs. 10,900 per month
| Discipline | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 39 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 14 |
| Chemical Engineering | 13 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 |
| Civil Engineering | 4 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 3 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 2 |
| Mechanical Draftsman Engineering | 0 (subject to exigency) |
| Total | 79 |
Graduate in Engineering – 27 Posts | Stipend: Rs. 12,300 per month
| Discipline | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 16 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 4 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 3 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 |
| Chemical Engineering | 2 |
| Total | 27 |
Vacancy counts are tentative and may increase or decrease based on office exigencies. Reservation is applied as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, as amended.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Engineering Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering pass in the relevant discipline |
| Graduate in Engineering Apprentice | Graduate in Engineering pass in the relevant discipline |
Candidates must register on the NATS portal and apply only through the portal. Candidates who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 anywhere are not eligible. Candidates with post-graduate qualifications are not eligible.
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on the last date of application (16 September 2026).
| Category | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| General | 18 years | 25 years |
| OBC | 18 years | 28 years |
| SC/ST | 18 years | 30 years |
SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) category must be declared at the time of NATS portal registration. Original certificates must be produced at the time of joining.
Stipend
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Engineering Apprentice | Rs. 10,900 |
| Graduate in Engineering Apprentice | Rs. 12,300 |
Stipend is paid as per the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Selection Process
There is no written examination. Selection is through merit-based shortlisting followed by a Walk-in Interview:
- NFC’s Selection Committees review applications submitted through the NATS portal
- Shortlisted candidates are informed by email only
- Walk-in Interview date and venue are communicated by email to shortlisted candidates
- Final selection communicated by email
How to Apply
- Visit the NATS portal – the direct link is in the Important Links table below.
- Register as a candidate on the NATS portal using a valid email ID that you will keep active.
- Search for Nuclear Fuel Complex, Hyderabad using Establishment Code STLHDC000003.
- Declare your category (SC/ST/OBC NCL) at the time of registration if applicable – this cannot be changed later.
- Apply against the Diploma or Graduate Engineering discipline of your choice.
- Upload all required documents and certificates.
- Submit the application before 16 September 2026.
- Take a printout of the online application form – it will be required at document verification.
- Begin the process of obtaining a Police Verification Certificate of your Aadhaar address immediately – it is required on the date of joining if selected.
Documents Required at Joining
- 10th/SSC and Intermediate mark sheets and certificates
- Diploma or Degree mark sheets and certificates (all semesters)
- Caste certificate and Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Medical/Health Insurance from a reputed institution
- Aadhaar card
- Police Verification Certificate (no prescribed format; from Superintendent/Commissioner of Police of the district)
- Savings Bank account number and passbook
- Hard copy of the online application form
- 3 recent passport-size photographs
- Medical Fitness Certificate from an Assistant Civil Surgeon or Civil Surgeon (to be submitted at joining)
Important Instructions
- This apprenticeship does not confer any right to employment in NFC. There is no provision for absorption or appointment after training.
- Selected candidates must execute a contract for one year of training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- No TA/DA is admissible for joining.
- Accommodation at NFC is provided subject to availability of quarters.
- If an apprenticeship contract is terminated for the apprentice’s failure to fulfil its terms, the apprentice must refund NFC the cost of training as determined by the Apprenticeship Adviser, and will not be eligible to enter into another apprenticeship contract with any other organisation.
- Suppression of facts or credential non-conformity at any stage leads to summary rejection.
- Canvassing or personal follow-up to influence selection will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
- Candidates applying for ITI Trade Apprentice posts must apply separately via the NAPS portal (Advt. No. NFC/R-III/1/08/2026, Establishment Code E11153600013). The NATS portal is only for Diploma and Graduate Engineering applicants.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – NATS Portal (Code: STLHDC000003) | Apply Now |
| Official Notification PDF – Advt. No. NFC/R-III/1/08/2026/365 | Apply Now |
| NFC Official Website | Apply Now |
Frequently Asked Questions – NFC Hyderabad Engineering Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in NFC Hyderabad Engineering Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ 106 tentative vacancies – 79 for Diploma in Engineering and 27 for Graduate in Engineering, across Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Chemical, Computer Science, Civil, Metallurgical and Electronics and Communication disciplines, under Advt. No. NFC/R-III/1/08/2026/365 dated 24 August 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 16 September 2026. Applications must be submitted through the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in before this date. Incomplete or late applications are liable to be rejected.
Q3. What portal is used for this recruitment – NATS or NAPS?
✅ NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal at nats.education.gov.in, using Establishment Code STLHDC000003. The NATS portal is for Diploma and Graduate Engineering apprentices. ITI Trade Apprentices must apply separately through the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) under a different advertisement.
Q4. What is the stipend?
✅ Rs. 10,900 per month for Diploma in Engineering apprentices and Rs. 12,300 per month for Graduate in Engineering apprentices, as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Q5. Can I apply if I have completed an apprenticeship before?
✅ No. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training anywhere under the Apprentices Act, 1961 are not eligible for this recruitment.
Q6. Can post-graduate candidates apply?
✅ No. Post-graduate candidates are not eligible. The qualification ceiling is Diploma in Engineering or Graduate in Engineering.
Q7. What is the age limit?
✅ Minimum 18 years; maximum 25 years for General, 28 years for OBC and 30 years for SC/ST candidates, as on 16 September 2026. SC/ST/OBC NCL status must be declared at NATS registration – it cannot be updated later.
Q8. Is there a written examination?
✅ No. Selection is through merit-based shortlisting followed by a Walk-in Interview. Shortlisted candidates are informed only by email. There is no written test at any stage.
Q9. Does this apprenticeship lead to a permanent job at NFC?
✅ No. The apprenticeship does not confer any right to employment at NFC, and there is no provision for appointment or absorption after completion of the one-year training.
Q10. What documents must I carry on the day of joining?
✅ Degree/diploma mark sheets, 10th and intermediate certificates, Aadhaar, Police Verification Certificate, Medical/Health Insurance, caste certificate (if applicable), savings bank passbook, hard copy of application form, and 3 passport-size photographs. Start the Police Verification process immediately after applying as it can take several weeks.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement No. NFC/R-III/1/08/2026/365 dated 24 August 2026, issued by the Assistant Personnel Officer (Recruitment-III), Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC), ECIL Post, Hyderabad – 500062, Telangana, under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, for 106 tentative Diploma and Graduate in Engineering Apprentice posts for the year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Applications must be submitted online via the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) using Establishment Code STLHDC000003 by 16 September 2026. Vacancy figures are tentative. This apprenticeship does not confer any right to employment at NFC. Candidates must read the official notification at nfc.gov.in before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with the Nuclear Fuel Complex or the Department of Atomic Energy in any manner.
