NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 180 Vacancies, Walk-in Interview June 1-11

Introduction

NMDC Limited has announced the NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 180 Trade, Graduate, and Technician Apprentice vacancies at Bailadila Iron Ore Mine, Bacheli Complex. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking a sarkari job in Chhattisgarh. The walk-in interview process will be conducted from June 1 to June 11, 2026. Eligible candidates can attend the interview as per the schedule. Read the full article for details on eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdown, and how to apply.

Organization Overview

NMDC Limited is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Steel. It is India's largest iron ore producer and operates multiple mines across the country. The Bailadila Iron Ore Mine (BIOM) at Bacheli Complex in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh, is one of its key operations. The Training, Safety & Environment Department of BIOM has issued this recruitment advertisement under the Apprenticeship Act-1961 to engage apprentices for skill development.

Post Details

The NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 180 vacancies across three categories: Trade Apprentice (150 posts), Graduate Apprentice (16 posts), and Technician Apprentice (14 posts). The positions are based at Bacheli, Dantewada, Chhattisgarh. Stipend will be paid as per Apprenticeship Act-1961 norms.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the educational qualifications as per the category. Pre-registration on the respective portal is mandatory before attending the walk-in interview. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act-1961 or have one year or more experience in the relevant category are not eligible. Also, candidates who completed their required qualification in 2022 or earlier need not apply.

Age Limit

Age limit is not explicitly mentioned in the notification; however, as per Apprenticeship Act-1961 norms, candidates should be minimum 14 years for trade apprentices and 18 years for graduate/technician apprentices. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Application Fee

No application fee is required for NMDC Apprentice Recruitment 2026. The selection is through walk-in interview, and no TA/DA will be paid.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of two stages: Stage 1: Pre-registration on the respective online portal (mandatory before walk-in). Stage 2: Walk-in Interview at Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex. No written exam will be conducted. Candidates must report before 09:00 AM on the interview date.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Trade Apprentice (ITI Qualification Required)

Graduate Apprentice (4-Year Engineering Degree Required)

Technician Apprentice (3-Year Diploma Required)

How to Apply

Candidates must attend the walk-in interview on the date specified for their category. No online application is required on the NMDC website. However, prior registration on the respective portal is mandatory: Trade Apprentice candidates must register at www.apprenticeshipindia.org, and Graduate/Technician Apprentice candidates must register at https://nats.education.gov.in. Candidates must reach the interview venue before 09:00 AM on the interview date. No TA/DA will be paid.

Documents to Bring:

• Resume affixed with a recent passport size photograph on the right corner
• Proof of Date of Birth (original + photocopy)
• Aadhaar Card (original + photocopy)
• Educational Qualification certificates (original + photocopy)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable, original + photocopy)

Walk-in Interview Venue: Training Institute, BIOM, Bacheli Complex, Bacheli – 494553, Dantewada, Chhattisgarh

Important Instructions

• Candidates who have already completed Apprenticeship Training under the Apprenticeship Act-1961 are not eligible to apply.
• Candidates with one year or more experience in the relevant category are not eligible to apply.
• Candidates who completed required qualifications during 2022 and before 2022 need not respond to this advertisement.
• Trade Apprentice candidates must pre-register at www.apprenticeshipindia.org before the walk-in interview.
• Graduate and Technician Apprentice candidates must pre-register at https://nats.education.gov.in before the walk-in interview.
• Candidates must report at the interview venue before 09:00 AM on their respective interview date.
• The walk-in interview commences at 10:00 AM; candidates arriving late may not be entertained.
• No TA/DA will be paid or reimbursed to candidates appearing for the walk-in interview.
• Name, Father's name, Mother's name, and Date of Birth must be identical across all educational and identity documents.
• This apprenticeship scheme does not guarantee any employment on completion of training.
• Original documents along with photocopies must be brought for verification and submission at the time of interview.