NIT Calicut Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 50 Posts

Age Details

• ITI Trade Apprentices: up to 26 years (UR), 29 (OBC), 31 (SC/ST)
• Diploma Apprentices: up to 30 years (UR), 33 (OBC), 35 (SC/ST)
• Graduate Apprentices: up to 28 years (UR), 31 (OBC), 33 (SC/ST)

Educational Qualifications

• Graduate Apprentice Trainee: M.Lib.I.Sc with 60% marks (Library & Information Science); Hotel Management degree with 60% marks; B.Sc Nursing with 60% marks; B.Sc MLT with 60% marks; B.Pharm with 60% marks.
• Diploma Apprentice Trainee: Diploma in Commercial Practice; Diploma in Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical or relevant discipline with 60% marks where applicable.
• ITI Trade Apprentice Trainee: ITI in the respective trade/disciplines as specified.

Age and Other Eligibility

• Age limit as on 9 February 2026 varies by category (Graduate, Diploma, ITI). Refer to official notification for exact age criteria and relaxations.
• Regular candidates from recognized universities/state boards in India are eligible.
• The apprenticeship is for one year; it does not confer regular employment rights at NIT Calicut upon completion.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 24 January 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 09 February 2026

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the notification. Applicants should follow the online application process and ensure all required documents are uploaded correctly.

Additional Information

• The NIT Calicut Apprentice recruitment is conducted through the Centre for Continuing Education and Skill Development (CCESD).
• The positions are for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI trades for the academic year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
• Selection involves online scrutiny, merit-based shortlisting, document verification or written test, and interview. Training duration is one year; no guarantee of regular employment after completion.