The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) has released Advertisement No. NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/003 inviting online applications for 30 Apprentice Trainee posts – 19 Graduate Apprentices and 11 Technician (Diploma) Apprentices – under the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2026-27. Posts include General Administration Graduate Apprentice (12), Library and Information Science Graduate Apprentice (4), Computer Science Engineering Technician Apprentice (5), Nursing Graduate Apprentice (2), Hotel Management Graduate Apprentice (1) and more. Applications must be submitted online via the designated Google Form by 21 October 2026.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must know. First, your qualifying degree/diploma must have been obtained on or after 1 January 2022. Qualifications obtained before this date are not eligible. Second, candidates who have already created an apprenticeship contract with any Government or private organisation under NATS are not eligible to apply. Third, this is a one-year training engagement only. Completion of apprenticeship does not confer any right or claim for regular employment or appointment at NIT Calicut.
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) |
| Advertisement No. | NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/003 |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Graduate Apprentices | 19 |
| Technician Apprentices | 11 |
| Qualification Cut-off | Obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Stipend | Rs. 15,000/month (Graduate) and Rs. 12,500/month (Technician) |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
| Application Mode | Online (Google Form) |
| Application Opens | 7 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Job Location | NIT Calicut, Calicut, Kerala |
| Official Website | nitc.ac.in |
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 7 October 2026 |
| Application Opens | 7 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Subsequent Selection Stages | Intimated via email |
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Post-wise Vacancies
A. Graduate Apprentices (Stipend Rs. 15,000/month)
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| General Administration | 12 | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with min 60% marks, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Library and Information Science | 4 | B.Lib.Sc. with min 60% (on or after 1 Jan 2022); OR Bachelor’s Degree with min 60% (on or after 1 Jan 2022) + M.Lib.Sc. |
| Nursing | 2 | B.Sc. Nursing with min 60%, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Hotel Management | 1 | Degree in Hotel Management with min 60%, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Total Graduate | 19 |
B. Technician (Diploma) Apprentices (Stipend Rs. 12,500/month)
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 5 | Diploma in Computer Science Engineering, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Commercial Practice | 2 | Diploma in Commercial Practice, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Electronics Engineering | 1 | Diploma in Electronics Engineering, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Electrical Engineering | 1 | Diploma in Electrical Engineering, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 1 | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Civil Engineering | 1 | Diploma in Civil Engineering, obtained on or after 1 January 2022 |
| Total Technician | 11 |
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Age Limit (as on 21 October 2026)
| Category | Graduate Apprentice (Max Age) | Technician Apprentice (Max Age) |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 28 years | 30 years |
| OBC | 31 years | 33 years |
| SC | 33 years | 35 years |
| ST | 33 years | 35 years |
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Stipend
| Post Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 15,000 per month |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Rs. 12,500 per month |
The stipend has two components: the Government Share (50% of the applicable minimum stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules, amended effective 11 September 2025) disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), and the Institute Share paid by NIT Calicut.
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
Applications are scrutinised and eligible candidates shortlisted based on submitted information. Shortlisted candidates may be called for document verification and/or written test and/or interview, as decided by NIT Calicut. All correspondence is done via email only.
How to Apply for NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria under NATS guidelines before applying.
- Visit nitc.ac.in and open the Recruitment/Advertisement section.
- Find Advertisement No. NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/003.
- Click the Google Form link to open the online application.
- Fill in all required details accurately.
- Verify all information carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 21 October 2026.
- Note down or save the application confirmation for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Qualification must be obtained on or after 1 January 2022.
- Candidates already registered under an apprenticeship contract in NATS are not eligible.
- All correspondence is via email only. Keep your registered email active throughout the process.
- Shortlisting is based on information submitted; any discrepancy at any stage leads to disqualification.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of document verification.
- Selected candidates must execute a Contract of Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.
- Apprenticeship training is confirmed only after the Apprenticeship Contract is created on the NATS portal and approved by NATS.
- This is a one-year training engagement. No right or claim for regular employment at NIT Calicut.
NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Google Form) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| NIT Calicut Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there?
30 posts: 19 Graduate Apprentices and 11 Technician (Diploma) Apprentices.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
21 October 2026 via the Google Form linked on nitc.ac.in.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification?
For Graduate Apprentices: Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 60% marks (post-specific). For Technician Apprentices: Diploma in the relevant engineering/commercial trade. All qualifications must have been obtained on or after 1 January 2022.
Q4. What is the monthly stipend?
Rs. 15,000/month for Graduate Apprentices and Rs. 12,500/month for Technician Apprentices.
Q5. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned.
Q6. Does completing this apprenticeship lead to a job at NIT Calicut?
No. This is a one-year training engagement only. No right or claim for regular employment at NIT Calicut.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official NIT Calicut Advertisement No. NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/003 published on nitc.ac.in. This is a training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. JobShouter is not associated with NIT Calicut or the Ministry of Education. This article is for informational purposes only.
