HOCL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 20 Posts

Age Details

• Minimum age: 18 years as on 01-01-2026.
• There is no upper age limit specified in the notification.

Eligibility

Category I - Graduate Apprentices (Full-Time)

• Degree in Engineering or Technology in a relevant discipline from a statutory university, or an equivalent degree from an institution empowered to grant such degrees by an Act of Parliament, or recognized Graduate examinations of professional bodies.
• If only Grade Points are awarded, conversion to percentage follows University/Institute rules; if not defined, Aggregate Grade Points shall be multiplied by 10.

Category II - Technician Apprentices (Full-Time Diploma)

• Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a State Council/Board of Technical Education or a University in a relevant discipline.

• OR a Diploma in Engineering and Technology from an institution recognized by State/Central Government as equivalent.

• Commercial Practice: Diploma in Commercial Practice from an institution recognized by State/Central Government.

• Candidates with equivalent qualifications must submit an Equivalency Certificate; without this, candidature will not be considered.

• Minimum marks: 60% in qualifying examination; relaxation to 50% for SC/ST/PwBD (Second Class).

• Age: candidates above 18 years as on 01-01-2026.

• Provisions under Government of India reservation rules will apply.\n- Candidates who have undergone or are undergoing Apprenticeship Training under Apprentices Act in any organization are not eligible.

Important Dates

• Start of Online Application: 08-01-2026
• Last Date of Online Application: 20-01-2026
• Cut-off date for age: 01-01-2026 (must be above 18 years)

Application Fee

• NIL (no application fee).

Additional Instructions

• Applications must be submitted exclusively through the NATS portal. Details and certificates must be uploaded as required.
• Eligible candidates will be called for verification, written test/skill test/interview as applicable.
• Original documents must be presented at verification; any discrepancy can lead to rejection.
• HOCL reserves the right to vary or cancel training seats and the recruitment process based on organizational needs.
• Only Indian nationals should apply; canvassing will lead to disqualification.
• For any portal-related issues, contact BOAT, Southern Region, Chennai via official channels.