LIC Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) has invited applications for 232 Apprentice posts across 8 cities under Advertisement No. LICHFL Apprenticeship Program-010. The apprenticeship is for 12 months. Online registration opens at nats.education.gov.in and the last date to apply and pay the examination fee is 1 November 2026. The Written Examination is scheduled for 7 November 2026.
Important Note
1. The last date to apply and pay the fee is 1 November 2026. The Written Examination is 7 November 2026 — just 6 days after the deadline. Register on the NATS portal immediately.
2. This is an apprenticeship, not employment. Apprentices are not employees of LIC HFL. The engagement is for 12 months.
3. Candidates who have a running, terminated or completed apprenticeship contract with any other organisation are not eligible.
LIC HFL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | LIC Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) |
| Advertisement No. | LICHFL Apprenticeship Program-010 |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 232 |
| Job Type | Contractual (Apprenticeship) |
| Apprenticeship Period | 12 months |
| Stipend | Rs. 14,150 to Rs. 16,650 per month |
| Qualification | Graduation in any stream |
| Age Limit | 20 to 25 years as on 1 October 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online (NATS portal) |
| Application Start | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 November 2026 |
| Written Examination | 7 November 2026 |
| Document Verification and Interview | 15 November 2026 |
| Place of Posting | Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune |
| Official Portal | nats.education.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application start | 20 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 1 November 2026 |
| Written Examination | 7 November 2026 |
| Document Verification and Personal Interview | 15 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Apprentice | 232 |
City-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is not mentioned in the available information. Check the official notification PDF at cdn.lichousing.com for the full breakdown.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any stream, completed as on 1 October 2026 but not before 1 October 2001.
Other Conditions
- Must not have a running, terminated or completed apprenticeship contract with any other organisation.
- Apprenticeship is not employment. Apprentices are not employees.
Age Limit (as on 1 October 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum | 20 years |
| Maximum | 25 years |
Category-wise age relaxation is not mentioned in the available information. Check the official notification PDF at cdn.lichousing.com.
Stipend
| Post | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Apprentice | Rs. 14,150 to Rs. 16,650 |
Application Fee
Fee is paid online and is non-refundable. The last date to pay is 1 November 2026.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST candidates | Rs. 200 + GST |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Rs. 200 + GST |
| General, EWS and OBC — Male | Rs. 800 + GST |
| General, EWS and OBC — Female / Transgender | Rs. 600 + GST |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online Written Examination | Remote proctored, 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes, from home using a smartphone with a front camera |
| 2. Document Verification and Personal Interview | Shortlisted candidates called for verification and interview |
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The medium of the test is English or Hindi. Negative marking is not mentioned in the available information — check the notification PDF.
The examination is online remote proctored and will be taken from home on a smart mobile phone with a front camera. Ensure your phone meets this requirement before applying.
How to Apply
- Register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in. Registration on this portal is mandatory before applying.
- After registration, you will receive an email from BFSI SSC to fill in the detailed application form and pay the fee.
- Complete the additional information and pay the application fee as directed in that email before 1 November 2026.
- Ensure the details submitted on the NATS portal and the application form match exactly.
What Candidates Should Do Now
- Register on nats.education.gov.in immediately — the last date is 1 November 2026 and the exam is on 7 November 2026.
- Download the official notification PDF from cdn.lichousing.com to check city-wise vacancies, category-wise details and any conditions not in the source.
- Ensure your smartphone has a working front camera for the remote proctored exam.
- Start preparing across all four subjects — each carries 25 marks, so no section can be neglected.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. LICHFL Apprenticeship Program-010) | Click Here |
| Register and Apply Online (NATS Portal) | Click Here |
| LIC Housing Finance Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in LIC HFL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 232 Apprentice posts across Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune.
What is the last date to apply?
1 November 2026. This is also the last date to pay the examination fee.
When is the LIC HFL Apprentice Written Examination 2026?
7 November 2026. The exam is online and remote proctored, taken from home on a smartphone.
What is the stipend for LIC HFL Apprentice?
Rs. 14,150 to Rs. 16,650 per month.
What qualification is required?
Graduation in any stream, completed as on 1 October 2026 but not before 1 October 2001.
Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship. Apprentices are not employees of LIC HFL.
Who is not eligible to apply?
Candidates who have a running, terminated or completed apprenticeship contract with any other organisation are not eligible.
What is the application fee for general male candidates?
Rs. 800 plus GST. For SC/ST and PwBD candidates the fee is Rs. 200 plus GST. For General, EWS and OBC female and transgender candidates it is Rs. 600 plus GST.
Disclaimer
This article is based on LIC Housing Finance Limited Advertisement No. LICHFL Apprenticeship Program-010. City-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution, category-wise age relaxation and negative marking details were not available in the source — verify them in the official notification PDF at cdn.lichousing.com. JobShouter is not associated with LIC Housing Finance Limited. This article is for informational purposes only.
