Hindustan Copper Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026
171 Apprentice Vacancies – Apply Online
10th Pass / ITI Candidates | 19 Trades
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has announced an apprenticeship recruitment opportunity for eligible candidates under the Malanjkhand Copper Project. A total of 171 apprenticeship seats are available across 19 different trades.
Candidates who have passed Class 10 and possess the relevant ITI qualification, wherever required, can apply for the notified apprenticeship trades. The online application process is scheduled to begin on 5 November 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates must complete registration on the Government Apprenticeship India Portal and separately submit the HCL online application. Both application stages are compulsory.
HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) |
| Project | Malanjkhand Copper Project |
| Recruitment Name | HCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 171 |
| Total Trades | 19 |
| Qualification | Class 10 / Relevant ITI |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 November 2026 |
| Shortlist Date | 08 December 2026 (Scheduled) |
| Selection Process | Merit-Based Selection |
| Official Website | hindustancopper.com |
HCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
The recruitment covers 19 different apprenticeship trades under the Malanjkhand Copper Project.
The detailed trade-wise vacancy distribution and reservation information should be checked in the official recruitment notification.
Educational Qualification
- Class 10 qualification is mandatory for all notified trades.
- Relevant ITI qualification is required for trades numbered 4 to 19.
- Three trades mentioned in the notification's qualification table do not require ITI qualification.
- Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification for the trade selected.
- Diploma, B.E. and equivalent higher professional qualification holders are excluded under the stated eligibility conditions.
Age Limit
The age of candidates will be calculated as on 01 November 2026.
Candidates must satisfy the minimum and maximum age requirements and applicable category-wise age relaxation conditions prescribed in the official HCL notification.
Selection Process
Selection for Hindustan Copper Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be based on merit as per the notified selection criteria.
- Merit based on Class 10 marks.
- ITI marks for trades requiring ITI qualification.
- Weightage as prescribed in the official notification.
- Document verification.
- Medical fitness examination.
The shortlist is subject to the official recruitment schedule and may be updated by HCL.
Stipend Details
Selected candidates will receive a stipend during the apprenticeship training period according to the applicable apprenticeship rules and regulations.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the applicable stipend conditions.
How to Apply Online for HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must complete both mandatory application stages to submit a valid application.
Step 1 – Register on Apprenticeship India Portal
- Visit the Government Apprenticeship India Portal.
- Create a new candidate profile or log in to your existing account.
- Complete registration with the required personal and contact information.
- Ensure your name, father's name, mother's name and date of birth match your educational certificates.
- Complete Aadhaar verification and the required eKYC details.
- Update your bank account details in the candidate profile.
- Enter the appropriate Class 10 or ITI qualification details.
- Search for the establishment Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project.
- Find the relevant apprenticeship opportunity for your chosen trade.
- Apply for the appropriate trade.
- Save the application confirmation and apprenticeship registration number.
- Download or retain a copy of your apprenticeship profile and applied opportunity details.
Step 2 – Submit HCL Online Application
- Visit the official Hindustan Copper Limited website.
- Open the Careers section.
- Find Advertisement No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026.
- Read the official recruitment notification carefully.
- Open the corresponding online application facility when available.
- Enter your personal and educational qualification details.
- Select the trade matching your prescribed qualification.
- Enter the apprenticeship registration number generated in Step 1.
- Provide all remaining details requested in the application form.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Upload the required affidavit if your ITI passing year is 2025 or earlier.
- Verify all the information before final submission.
- Submit the completed application on or before 24 November 2026.
- Download and print the computer-generated application form and acknowledgement slip.
- Keep the application and apprenticeship registration details safely for future verification.
Documents Required for HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the application process.
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate.
- Relevant ITI marksheet and trade certificate, wherever required.
- Aadhaar details for profile verification.
- Apprenticeship registration number.
- Apprenticeship India profile copy.
- Applied apprenticeship opportunity confirmation.
- Recent passport-size colour photograph.
- Candidate signature in English using black ink.
- Prescribed affidavit for candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or earlier.
- Relevant category certificate, wherever applicable.
- Other certificates required during document verification.
Photograph, Signature and Affidavit Upload Requirements
| Document | Format | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG | Less than 50 KB |
| Signature | JPG | Less than 50 KB |
| Affidavit (if applicable) | Less than 1 MB |
- Photographs must be recent passport-size colour photographs.
- Signatures must be written in English using black ink.
- Affidavit upload is applicable to candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or earlier, as prescribed in the notification.
Aadhaar and Apprenticeship Profile Verification
Candidates must maintain an accurate and fully Aadhaar-verified profile on the Government Apprenticeship India Portal.
The following details should match the relevant educational records:
- Candidate's name.
- Father's name.
- Mother's name.
- Date of birth.
- Aadhaar-related verification details.
Applicants must also update their bank account information and complete the required eKYC process. Incorrect or mismatched information may lead to rejection or difficulties during apprenticeship contract processing.
Medical Fitness Requirements
Engagement of shortlisted candidates is subject to being declared medically fit according to Hindustan Copper Limited's requirements.
The advertisement does not provide a separate detailed physical measurement chart or medical examination schedule. Candidates should follow the instructions communicated by HCL during the shortlisting and engagement process.
Apprenticeship Contract and Training Conditions
- After selection, the apprenticeship contract must be generated through the Government Apprenticeship Portal.
- The candidate must accept the contract according to the prescribed procedure.
- The contract is subject to approval by RDSDE Bhopal.
- Candidates should regularly check their registered email and apprenticeship portal for contract-related instructions.
- Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training under NAPS are not eligible for another apprenticeship contract in a different trade, as per the notified conditions.
- Candidates having an active contract elsewhere must satisfy the prescribed resignation and acceptance requirements before another contract can be processed.
Common Reasons for Rejection of Applications
- Not completing both mandatory application stages.
- Failing to enter the apprenticeship registration number in the HCL application.
- Applying for a trade without the prescribed qualification.
- Submitting multiple HCL applications.
- Providing incorrect Class 10 or ITI information.
- Mismatch between Aadhaar profile and educational certificates.
- Failing to upload the applicable affidavit for earlier ITI pass-outs.
- Submitting false or fabricated certificates.
- Failing to satisfy the prescribed age limit.
- Having already completed an apprenticeship contract under the applicable restriction.
- Not meeting the company's medical fitness standards.
HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Advertisement | 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 November 2026 |
| Shortlisted Candidates List | 08 December 2026 (Scheduled) |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- A total of 171 apprenticeship seats are available across 19 trades.
- Applications begin on 5 November 2026.
- The last date for submitting applications is 24 November 2026.
- Age will be calculated as on 1 November 2026.
- Class 10 qualification is mandatory for all notified trades.
- Relevant ITI qualification is required for trades numbered 4 to 19.
- Three trades do not require ITI qualification as per the notification's qualification table.
- Diploma, B.E. and equivalent higher professional qualification holders are excluded under the stated conditions.
- ITI candidates who passed in 2025 or earlier must submit the prescribed affidavit.
- Selection is merit-based using the notified Class 10 and ITI weightage.
- Both Apprenticeship India registration and HCL online application are compulsory.
- Only one application per candidate is permitted.
- Medical fitness is compulsory for engagement.
- Stipend will be governed by applicable apprenticeship rules.
- Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment with Hindustan Copper Limited.
Hindustan Copper Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Link Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| HCL Apply Online (From 5 November 2026) | Click Here |
| Apprenticeship Portal Registration | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Shortlisted Candidates List (Scheduled 8 December 2026) | Check Here |
| HCL Official Website | Click Here |
Important Disclaimer
All recruitment details, eligibility conditions, vacancy information, dates and application procedures are based on the information provided in the recruitment notification. Candidates must read the official notification and verify all details on the HCL website before applying.
The apprenticeship opportunity does not guarantee permanent employment with Hindustan Copper Limited.
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