CNCI Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 — 44 Vacancies

CNCI (Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute) is hiring 44 Apprentices across 10 different programs — from Deputy Duty Manager to Frontline Healthcare Associate — at its 2nd Campus in New Town, Kolkata. If you have passed 10th, 12th, or hold a Graduate degree depending on the program, you can apply online through the NAPS portal. The last date to apply is 3 August 2026. Monthly stipend ranges from Rs. 8,200 to Rs. 12,300 depending on the role.

Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI) Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026 - 44 Posts

Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata has released Advertisement No. N/022/2026 inviting applications for 44 Apprenticeship posts across 10 different programs at its 2nd Campus in New Town, Kolkata. These are training-cum-work engagements under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), covering roles like Deputy Duty Manager, General Duty Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technician, Patient Counsellor, and Frontline Healthcare Associate. These are stipend-based apprenticeship programs, not regular government posts — the tenure ranges from 180 days to 37 months depending on the role. Candidates who have passed 10th, 12th (Science/Humanities), or hold a Graduate degree should apply based on their preferred program.

About NAPS: The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme is a Government of India initiative that pairs young candidates with structured, on-the-job training at hospitals, factories, and offices while paying them a fixed monthly stipend. An apprenticeship is different from a regular government job — there is no automatic guarantee of permanent employment — but it gives you real hospital-sector work experience, hands-on skill training, and a stipend while you learn, which can be a strong stepping stone for your healthcare career.

Vacancy Breakdown

Who Can Apply?

For 10th Pass Candidates:

• General Duty Assistant (4 posts): you need to have passed 10th class. Your work involves departmental support, recordkeeping, and patient care in a clinical unit.
• Dental Laboratory Technician (1 post): 10th class pass, supporting dental laboratory services.
• Emergency Care Assistant (6 posts): 10th Pass plus an ITI diploma (2 years after Class 10th), assisting with emergency patient care.

For 12th Pass Candidates:

• Medical Laboratory Technician (Radiology/Pathology) (1 + 4 posts): 12th Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Medical Records Assistant (4 posts): 12th Science, handling documentation and record keeping.
• Operation Theatre Technician (2 posts): 12th Humanity, 12th Science, or a Diploma in OT Technician.
• Frontline Healthcare Associate (10 posts): 12th Humanity, providing patient assistance and sample collection support.

For Graduate Candidates:

• Deputy Duty Manager (8 posts): a Graduate degree, or you can be pursuing any Graduate degree.
• Patient Counsellor (4 posts): a Graduate/B.Sc degree in Science, Nutrition & Dietetics, focused on diet counselling and nutrition guidance.

Salary

• Selected apprentices will get a monthly stipend ranging from Rs. 8,200 to Rs. 12,300, depending on the program you are selected for.
• This is a fixed stipend paid under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) — no separate DA, HRA, or other allowances are mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

CNCI will select apprentices in 3 stages:

1. Document Verification
2. Written Examination
3. Interview

The exact schedule for Document Verification, Written Examination, and Interview will be notified later on the CNCI website, so keep checking for updates regularly. Since the schedule is not fixed yet, make sure your registered contact details on the NAPS portal stay updated so you don't miss any communication.

How to Apply

1. Go to the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. Register yourself as a candidate on the portal, if not already registered.
3. Search for CNCI, Kolkata under the relevant apprenticeship course/program.
4. Choose the specific apprenticeship program that matches your qualification (for example, General Duty Assistant for 10th pass, or Patient Counsellor for a Nutrition & Dietetics graduate).
5. Fill in your details, upload the required documents, and apply for your preferred apprenticeship program.
6. Submit your application before the last date.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 13 July 2026
• Application Start Date: 13 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 3 August 2026
• Document Verification / Written Exam / Interview Date: To be announced

• Assist in day-to-day patient care activities in your assigned inpatient or outpatient department
• Support clinical staff with recordkeeping, documentation, and departmental administration
• Help laboratory and radiology teams with sample handling and diagnostic support
• Guide patients on diet, nutrition, and counselling as per your assigned program
• Support operation theatre staff during procedures and maintain OT hygiene standards
• Provide emergency care support to patients under supervision
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with filing and documentation
• Follow hospital protocols, safety guidelines, and reporting procedures at all times