UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 91 Vacancies

About This Job

UCIL is hiring 91 Apprentices at its Tummalapalle unit in Andhra Pradesh under the Apprentices Act, 1961. If you have passed 10th/ITI, Diploma, or a Graduation degree, you can apply online through the government apprenticeship portals. The last date to apply is 9 May 2026. Age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 9 May 2026.

UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 91 Posts

Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for apprenticeship training at its Tummalapalle unit in YSR Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. A total of 91 apprentice seats are available across three categories — Ex-ITI Trade Apprentices (48 seats), Technician Diploma Apprentices (30 seats), and Graduate Apprentices (13 seats). Selection is purely merit-based — no written exam is conducted. This is a great opportunity if you are an ITI, diploma, or degree holder looking for hands-on training at a Central Government PSU.

Vacancy Breakdown

1. Ex-ITI One Year Trade Apprentices (48 Posts)

2. Technician Apprentice — Diploma (30 Posts)

• Mining: 15 posts — Diploma (Mining)
• Civil: 5 posts — Diploma (Civil)
• Mechanical: 5 posts — Diploma (Mechanical)
• Electrical: 5 posts — Diploma (Electrical)

3. Graduate Apprentice (13 Posts)

• Mining: 2 posts — B.E./B.Tech (Mining)
• Civil: 2 posts — B.E./B.Tech (Civil)
• Mechanical: 2 posts — B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical)
• Electrical: 2 posts — B.E./B.Tech (Electrical)
• Administration/Purchase: 3 posts — B.A./BBA
• Finance: 2 posts — B.Com (preference to candidates pursuing CMA Intermediate)

Who Can Apply?

For Ex-ITI Trade Apprentice:

• Mate (Mines): You need to have passed 10th/Matriculation exam.
• Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner/Machinist, Mech. Diesel, Carpenter, Plumber: ITI certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT).

For Technician Apprentice:

• You need a Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline (Mining, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical).

For Graduate Apprentice:

• Engineering disciplines: B.E./B.Tech in Mining, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical.
• Administration/Purchase: B.A. or BBA degree.
• Finance: B.Com degree. Preference to candidates currently pursuing CMA Intermediate course.

Important Condition:

• If you have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in any government, public sector, or private organisation, you are NOT eligible to apply.
• You must have all mark sheets and certificates available — candidates awaiting results are not eligible.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 25 years as on 09 May 2026
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD and other applicable categories will get relaxation as per Government of India guidelines.

Stipend

• Stipend will be paid as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and Apprenticeship Rules 1992/2019/2025 (as amended).
• No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for certificate verification or travel to the training site.

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is completely merit-based:

1. Merit List: A provisional merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying course (10th/ITI/Diploma/Graduation).
2. Document Verification: Physical verification of original documents will be done at the time of joining.

Note: Preference will be given to (1) Land Displaced Person (LDP) category candidates, (2) local candidates within 5 km radius of Tummalapalle unit (Project Affected Families), and (3) Wards of UCIL employees.

How to Apply

1. For Ex-ITI Trade Apprentices: Go to the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. For Technician (Diploma) and Graduate Apprentices: Go to the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in.
3. Click on the Registration tab and create your profile. A confirmation email will be sent to activate your account.
4. After activation, log in and complete your profile.
5. Click on Apprenticeship Opportunities, select the trade you want, and choose Uranium Corporation of India Limited, Tummalapalle, Andhra Pradesh as your unit.
6. Upload all required documents (mark sheets, certificates, ID proof, etc.).
7. Submit your application before 9 May 2026.
8. If you are from the Land Displaced or Employee Ward category, also send a hard copy of the relevant certificate to Personnel Section, UCIL, Tummalapalle, on or before 9 May 2026.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: April 2026 (Advertisement No. 01/2026)
• Online Application Start: 10 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 9 May 2026

• Learn and perform tasks related to the designated trade under the supervision of qualified staff
• Follow all safety rules and protocols applicable at UCIL's mining and processing unit
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas as instructed
• Assist senior technicians or engineers with day-to-day operational activities
• Complete training modules and assessments as required under the Apprenticeship Programme
• Report attendance and submit periodic training progress reports
• Handle assigned tasks responsibly and comply with company conduct rules