UCIL Graduate Operational Trainee CR&D Recruitment 2026

About This Job

UCIL is hiring 4 Graduate Operational Trainees (CR&D) under Advertisement No. UCIL-10-2026. If you have a B.Sc. Chemistry degree with at least 60% marks, you can apply online at uraniumcorp.in. The last date to apply is 23 May 2026. Age limit is up to 30 years. Stipend starts at Rs. 29,990 per month plus DA, and after successful training you get absorbed as a permanent employee.

UCIL Graduate Operational Trainee (CR&D) Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts

Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), has released notification for 4 Graduate Operational Trainee (CR&D) posts against Advertisement No. UCIL-10-2026. UCIL operates six underground mines and two process plants in Jharkhand and one underground mine and process plant in Andhra Pradesh, playing a vital role in India's nuclear power cycle. This is a regular (permanent) post — trainees are absorbed as Scientific Assistant-A in Tradesman-E grade after 2 years of training. B.Sc. Chemistry graduates with 60% marks and age up to 30 years can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown by Category

• Unreserved (UR): 02 posts
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 01 post
• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 01 post
• Total: 04 posts

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: B.Sc. (Chemistry) — 3-year course, or B.Sc. (Chemistry-Hons.) with Physics and Maths as subsidiary subjects, from a recognised university
• Marks (UR/EWS candidates): Minimum 60% aggregate marks
• Marks (ST candidates): Minimum 55% aggregate marks
• Nationality: Indian citizens only
• Note: All qualifications must be full-time from a recognised Indian University/Institution. Online/ODL programmes permitted as per UGC regulations are also accepted.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 30 years as on 23 May 2026
• Minimum age: 18 years
• Age Relaxation:
• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 5 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) — UR/EWS: 10 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) — ST: 15 years (10+5)
• J&K Domicile (resident during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989): UR/EWS — 5 years; OBC(NCL) — 8 years (5+3); SC/ST — 10 years (5+5)
• Internal (departmental) UCIL candidates: No upper age limit
• Note: PwBD candidates must have at least 40% relevant disability to avail the relaxation.

Stipend and Salary

• Year 1 (Training): Rs. 29,990 per month plus prevailing DA
• Year 2 (Training): Rs. 30,890 per month plus prevailing DA
• After Absorption (Permanent): Scientific Assistant-A in Tradesman-E grade, pay scale Rs. 29,990 – 3% – 46,720
• During training you also get company-subsidised residential accommodation (subject to availability) and medical facility (for self only)
• After absorption into regular posts: Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance, Common Allowance, PF, Gratuity, subsidised accommodation, medical facilities, children's education facility and other benefits as per company rules
• Note: You will need to sign a bond to serve UCIL for 4 years after completing the 2-year training.

Application Fee

• General (UR) / EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Rs. 500
• SC / ST / PwBD / Female candidates: No fee (fully exempted)
• Internal (departmental) UCIL candidates: No fee
• Payment mode: Online only, through UCIL Recruitment Portal at uraniumcorp.in
• Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Selection Process

Your selection will be based on the response to the advertisement:

1. Written Test: Depending on the number of applicants, UCIL may conduct a written test covering relevant Chemistry and general subjects.
2. Trade Test: A practical/trade test may be conducted as applicable for CR&D (Chemical Recovery and Processing) duties.
3. Personal Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
4. Document Verification: Original certificates for age, educational qualifications, category (OBC/EWS/PwBD) and other documents will be verified at the time of Written Test/Trade Test/Personal Interview.

UCIL reserves the right to cancel or restrict any stage depending on the number of applicants. Merely meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee a call for any stage.

How to Apply

1. Go to the UCIL Recruitment Portal at uraniumcorp.in (or directly at ucil.gov.in/jobportal/public/index.php).
2. Register as a new applicant and log in.
3. Find the advertisement for Graduate Operational Trainee (CR&D) — Advt. UCIL-10-2026.
4. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational and category details.
5. Upload the required documents (Class 10 certificate, marksheets, category certificate etc.).
6. Pay the application fee online (Rs. 500 for UR/EWS/OBC-NCL; exempt for SC/ST/PwBD/Female).
7. Upload the fee acknowledgement/receipt along with your application.
8. Submit the application and save the confirmation for your records.

Keep your registered mobile number and email active till the end of the recruitment process — all updates will be sent to these only. Internal (departmental) UCIL candidates must also submit a hard copy through proper channel.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 15 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 24 April 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 23 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Exam / Interview Date: To be announced

• Handle chemical recovery and processing operations in uranium ore treatment plants
• Monitor plant parameters, reagent consumption and process efficiency on a daily basis
• Maintain accurate records of process data, test results and production reports
• Assist senior scientists in conducting experiments, process trials and quality checks
• Follow all safety, radiation protection and environmental norms applicable to nuclear facilities
• Prepare shift reports and flag any deviations or abnormalities to supervisors
• Coordinate with other departments for smooth plant operations and shutdown maintenance