HCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 For 171 Posts Apply Online Start from 5 Nov

The Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification (Notification No: HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026, dated 03.11.2026) for its Malanjkhand Copper Project (MCP) located in Balaghat District, Madhya Pradesh. This recruitment drive aims to engage 171 Trade Apprentices across 19 technical and mining trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

According to the official schedule, the online application window opens on 05 November 2026 and closes on 24 November 2026. The crucial cut-off date for determining age and educational eligibility is 01 November 2026. Candidates who are shortlisted based on their academic and technical marks will be notified through the official merit list scheduled for publication on 08 December 2026. Selected apprentices will undergo training ranging from 1 year to 3 years and will receive a monthly stipend as admissible under government rules.

Candidates who have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) under the 10+2 education system, along with an ITI certificate in the respective trade (except for mining fresher trades where only Class 10th is required), are eligible to apply. Applicants must note that candidates holding higher professional qualifications such as Diploma or B.E./B.Tech are strictly not eligible. Candidates must complete a mandatory two-step registration process on the Apprenticeship India portal and the official HCL website at hindustancopper.com.

HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Highlights

HCL Apprentice Important Dates 2026

HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026

HCL Trade Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

1. Academic & Technical Qualifications (As on 01.11.2026)

• For Mate Mines (Fresher) & Shotfirer / Blaster (Mines) [Sl. No. 1 & 2]: Passed 10th / Matriculation examination under the 10+2 system of education or its equivalent. No ITI qualification is required.
• For Technical Trades [Sl. No. 3 to 19]: Passed 10th / Matriculation under 10+2 system, along with an ITI pass certificate in the respective designated trade from a recognized technical institute (NCVT / SCVT).
• CGPA Conversion: In case of CGPA grading in Matriculation, candidates must convert CGPA into percentage by multiplying by 9.5.
• Affidavit for Prior ITI Passouts: Candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or prior to 2025 must submit an affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper sworn before a Magistrate or Notary Public certifying that they have not undergone apprenticeship training or taken regular employment anywhere.
• Ineligibility for Higher Qualifications: Candidates possessing higher professional qualifications such as Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent will NOT be considered. Further, higher general academic degrees like B.A., B.Sc., or B.Com will not carry any additional weightage.

2. Age Limit (As on 01.11.2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 25 Years
• Age Relaxations:
  • Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST): 5 Years relaxation (Up to 30 Years)
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation (Up to 28 Years)

HCL Trade Apprentice Selection Process & Merit Calculation 2026

The selection of candidates will be made entirely on the basis of academic and technical merit. There will be no written exam or interview:

• For ITI Trades (Sl. No. 3 to 19):
  • 70% Weightage: Marks scored in 10th / Matriculation Board Exam.
  • 30% Weightage: Marks scored in the relevant ITI trade.
• For Non-ITI Mining Trades [Mate Mines & Blaster Mines]:
  • 100% Weightage: Marks scored in 10th / Matriculation Board Exam.
• Tie-Breaking Criteria: If two or more candidates obtain equal aggregate marks in the merit list, the candidate older in age will be ranked higher.
• Medical Examination: Final engagement is subject to being declared medically fit as per HCL medical fitness standards.

How to Apply Online for HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates must complete both mandatory steps outlined below:

Step 1: Registration on Apprenticeship India Portal

1. Visit the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. Register as a Candidate and complete your profile up to 100% Aadhaar verification.
3. Update your Bank Account details and complete eKYC.
4. Enter your academic qualification (Fresher as 10th Pass; ITI candidates with ITI marksheet details).
5. Navigate to “Establishment Search”, search for Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project, and apply for the relevant trade opportunity.
6. Print the applied copy details and note down your Apprenticeship Registration Number (e.g., Axxxxxxxxx).

Step 2: Submission on HCL Official Portal

1. Visit the official Hindustan Copper Limited portal at hindustancopper.com and click on the Career section.
2. Select “Engagement of Trade Apprentices in MCP – 2026”.
3. Enter your Apprenticeship Portal Registration Number and personal details. (“One Applicant – One Application” system applies).
4. Upload your recent passport-size photograph (color, JPG format, less than 50 KB) and signature in black ink (JPG format, less than 50 KB).
5. Candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or earlier must upload the notarized affidavit in PDF format (less than 1 MB).
6. Review all entered data and submit the online application form before 24 November 2026.
7. Print the computer-generated application form and acknowledgement slip for future document verification.

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Conclusion

HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Notification No. 01/2026) provides 171 training seats across 19 technical and mining trades at the Malanjkhand Copper Project in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh. Candidates who have passed Class 10th or hold an ITI in the relevant trade and are between 18 and 25 years of age should ensure they complete both registration steps on the NAPS portal and the HCL website.

According to the official notification, online applications will close on 24 November 2026, and the merit list of shortlisted candidates will be published on 08 December 2026. Candidates should check all instructions carefully and submit their applications well in advance of the deadline.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the recruitment information supplied for drafting and has not been independently verified against the latest official notification. Candidates should consult the official Hindustan Copper Limited website and recruitment documents for authoritative information, subsequent amendments and application status before applying.