Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research Recruitment 2026 - Trade Apprentices (Total 200 Posts)

IGCAR (Department of Atomic Energy) has invited online applications for ITI Trade Apprentices engagement at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. Total 200 seats are available across multiple trades, and applications are open from 20/07/2026 to 19/08/2026.

Opening Overview

Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India has released a notification for engagement of ITI Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. A total of 200 seats are available across multiple trades. Online applications are open from 20/07/2026 to 19/08/2026.

Post Details Table

DetailInformation
OrganizationIndira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India
Post NameITI Trade Apprentices
Total Vacancies200
QualificationITI Pass Certificate in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)
Last Date19/08/2026
Application ModeOnline
Official Websitehttps://www.igcar.gov.in

Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start Date20/07/2026
Last Date to Apply Online19/08/2026

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 24 Years
  • Age Calculation Date: As on 19/08/2026
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 Years (as per Central Government rules)

Vacancy Details

Total Seats: 200

Trade / DisciplineTotal Seats
Fitter46
Turner7
Machinist / Machinist (Grinder)10
Electrician / Wireman22
Mechanical Machine Tool Maintenance1
Electronic Mechanic15
Instrument Mechanic18
Draughtsman (Mechanical)12
Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning9
Plumber2
Welder (Gas & Electric)14
Horticulture Assistant3
Wood Work Technician / Carpenter4
Mason / Civil Mistry (Building Constructor)4
Book Binder1
PASAA (Programming and System Administration Assistant) / Computer Operator and Programming Assistant19
Photography1
Process Plant Operator (Process Plant Maintenance / Operator Chemical Plant)12

Category-wise Total Distribution

CategorySeats
SC38
ST2
OBC (NCL)54
EWS20
UR86
  • PwBD Identified Vacancies: 8 (Benchmark disability 40% or more)

Eligibility / Qualification

  • Candidate must possess ITI pass certificate in the relevant trade.
  • ITI certificate should be from NCVT/SCVT as applicable.
  • Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any Government / PSU / Private Industrial organization (partly or fully) are not eligible.
  • Candidate must apply for one trade only.

Selection Process

  1. Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in ITI.
  2. If tie in ITI marks: higher percentage in 10th / 8th will be placed higher (for Welder, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Mason/Civil Mistry, Plumber: 8th class only).
  3. If tie continues: candidate born earlier (older) will be placed higher.
  4. Document Verification (mandatory).
  5. Medical Examination as prescribed by the competent authority.

Salary / Pay Scale

Stipend (per month) as per Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2025 (G.S.R. 610(E) dated 03/09/2025):

  • ₹11,040/- per month for candidates with 2 years duration ITI course.
  • ₹10,560/- per month for candidates with 1 year duration ITI course.

Exam Pattern

No written exam pattern is mentioned in the notification. Selection is based on ITI marks merit followed by document verification and medical examination.

Important Links

  • Official Notification
    Click Here
  • Official Website (Recruitment Updates) - igcar.gov.in
    Click Here
  • Apprenticeship Portal Registration - apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
    Click Here