Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL), a Miniratna Category-I PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 11/2026 dated 30 September 2026 for engagement of 310 ITI Trade Apprentices at ECIL, Hyderabad under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. The one-year apprenticeship training commences on 2 November 2026. Applications are open from 30 September 2026 at 18:00 hours and close on 11 October 2026 at 23:59 hours. Only candidates residing in Telangana State are eligible. There is no application fee.
Important Note: Three critical points every candidate must act on immediately. First, the application process has TWO mandatory steps: register on the MSDE portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) FIRST, and then submit the application on the ECIL website (ecil.co.in). MSDE registration alone is NOT sufficient – you must also complete the application on the ECIL website. Second, only candidates residing in any district of Telangana State are eligible. Candidates from other states cannot apply. Third, the last date is 11 October 2026 at 23:59 hours – just 8 days away. Apply immediately as document verification is scheduled for 22-24 October 2026 and training begins on 2 November 2026.
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL), Hyderabad |
| Category | Miniratna Category-I PSU, Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026 dated 30.09.2026 |
| Post | ITI Trade Apprentice |
| Total Seats | 310 (across 13 trades) |
| Domicile | Telangana State only |
| Apprenticeship Period | 1 year, commencing 02.11.2026 |
| Training Location | ECIL, Hyderabad – 500062, Telangana |
| Application Mode | Online (TWO STEPS: MSDE portal + ECIL website) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Opens | 30 September 2026, 18:00 hours |
| Application Last Date | 11 October 2026, 23:59 hours |
| Document Verification | 22 to 24 October 2026 |
| Training Commencement | 2 November 2026 |
| Official Website | ecil.co.in |
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 30 September 2026, 18:00 hours |
| Online Application Last Date | 11 October 2026, 23:59 hours |
| Document Verification | 22 to 24 October 2026 |
| Offer Letters Issued (by email) | 28 to 29 October 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Training Commences | 2 November 2026 |
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Trade-wise Vacancy
| Trade | Seats |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 87 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 86 |
| Electrician | 50 |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 41 |
| Welder | 16 |
| Turner | 8 |
| Machinist | 7 |
| Mechanic (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) | 5 |
| Machinist (Grinder) | 2 |
| Painter | 2 |
| Carpenter | 2 |
| Plumber | 2 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 2 |
| Total | 310 |
16 seats are horizontally reserved for PwD candidates. ECIL reserves the right to increase or decrease seats based on need.
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | ITI Pass Certificate (NCVT) in the respective trade from a government-recognised institute |
| Domicile | Must be residing in any district of Telangana State |
| Prior Apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 in any organisation are NOT eligible |
| PwD | Degree of disability must be 40% or above |
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Age Limit (as on 31 October 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | 18 years | 25 years |
| OBC | 18 years | 28 years |
| SC/ST | 18 years | 30 years |
| PwD | 18 years | Applicable category limit + 10 years |
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Merit list based on ITI marks (NCVT certificate marks).
- Seat allocation: 70% of seats for Government ITI candidates; 30% for Private ITI candidates.
- Selected candidates are called for document verification (22-24 October 2026).
- Offer letters issued by email on 28-29 October 2026.
- Training commences on 2 November 2026.
Documents Required at Document Verification
- Printed and signed online application form with recent passport-size colour photograph affixed
- MSDE Registration proof (original)
- Date of birth certificate (SSLC/10th certificate)
- Valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar/Driving Licence/Passport etc.)
- ITI NCVT Pass Certificate (original)
- ITI Marks certificates
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS in prescribed proforma from ecil.co.in)
- Disability certificate (PwD candidates, 40%+ disability)
- Telangana domicile/residency proof
- Self-attested photocopies of all above documents
No TA/DA is paid for attending document verification.
How to Apply for ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026
This is a TWO-STEP mandatory process:
Step 1: Register on MSDE Apprenticeship Portal
- Visit apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship portal).
- Register as a candidate.
- Note your MSDE Registration Number.
Step 2: Apply on the ECIL Website
- Visit ecil.co.in and go to Human Resources – Current Job Openings.
- Find Advertisement No. 11/2026 (ITI Trade Apprentices).
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational and trade details.
- Enter your MSDE Registration Number.
- Submit before 11 October 2026 at 23:59 hours.
- Note the system-generated application number.
- Download and print the application form for document verification.
Applications submitted ONLY on the MSDE portal without completing the ECIL website form will NOT be accepted.
Important Instructions
- Telangana domicile is mandatory. Only Telangana State residents can apply.
- No application fee. Free to apply.
- ECIL website application is mandatory in addition to MSDE portal registration.
- No TA/DA for document verification. Attend at your own expense.
- Canvassing in any form leads to immediate rejection.
- Selected candidates must submit a Police Verification Certificate (PVC) from the SP office of their district HQ at the time of joining.
- A physical fitness certificate from a Civil/Assistant Surgeon is required at joining.
- There is NO obligation for regular employment at ECIL after completion of the apprenticeship. Apprentices have no right to claim employment at ECIL.
- Candidates who do not complete training must refund the full cost of training and stipend received.
- All future communication is through email only. Keep the email ID used during registration active.
- Monitor ecil.co.in for any corrigendum or updates.
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Step 1: Register on MSDE Portal | Click Here |
| Step 2: Apply on ECIL Website | Click Here |
ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many seats are available in ECIL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
310 seats across 13 trades at ECIL Hyderabad, with 16 horizontally reserved for PwD candidates.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
11 October 2026 at 23:59 hours. Document verification is 22-24 October 2026.
Q3. Who can apply – is domicile required?
Yes. Only candidates residing in any district of Telangana State are eligible.
Q4. Is there an application fee?
No application fee for any category.
Q5. What are the two mandatory application steps?
Step 1: Register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (MSDE portal). Step 2: Submit application on ecil.co.in. Both steps are mandatory. MSDE registration alone is not sufficient.
Q6. When does the apprenticeship training start?
2 November 2026, for a one-year period at ECIL, Hyderabad – 500062.
Q7. Does this apprenticeship lead to a permanent job at ECIL?
No. There is no obligation for ECIL to offer regular employment to any apprentice after training.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on ECIL Advertisement No. 11/2026 dated 30 September 2026 published on ecil.co.in. Seat numbers may change as per ECIL’s requirements. Candidates must read the full official notification before applying. JobShouter is not associated with ECIL. This article is for informational purposes only.
