Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) Apprentice Recruitment – Apply Online
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) has released an official notification inviting online applications for Apprentice positions across multiple trades for the year 2025. Interested candidates must review the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, and important deadlines before applying.
The application window will remain open till 5th December 2025.
The detailed notification and online application link are available on the official website: westerncoal.in.
The selection process involves a test and/or interview, and selected apprentices will be placed at various WCL units in Maharashtra.
WCL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Various Trades) |
| Job Location | Uppalwadi, Nagpur – 440026, Maharashtra |
| Total Vacancies | 1213 Posts |
| Employment Type | Full-time Apprenticeship |
| Last Date to Apply | 5th December 2025 |
| Official Website | westerncoal.in |
Post-wise Educational Qualification
1. Graduate Apprentice
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering |
2. Technician Apprentice
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Mining Engineering / Mine Surveying |
3. Trade Apprentice (ITI Trades)
| Trade | Qualification |
|---|---|
| COPA | 10th Pass + 1 Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in COPA |
| Fitter | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Fitter Trade |
| Electrician | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Electrician Trade |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 10th Pass + 1 Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Welder Trade |
| Wireman | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Wireman Trade |
| Surveyor | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Surveyor Trade |
| Mechanic Diesel | 10th Pass + 1-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Mechanic Diesel |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Draftsman (Civil) |
| Machinist | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Machinist Trade |
| Turner | 10th Pass + 2-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Turner Trade |
| Pump Operator & Mechanic | 10th Pass + 1-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Pump Operator Cum Mechanic |
| Steno (Hindi) | 10th Pass + 1-Year NCVT/SCVT Certificate in Steno (Hindi) |
| Optional Trade Apprentice | 10th Pass under 10+2 system |
Stipend / Pay Scale
| Post Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| All Apprentice Posts | ₹8,200 – ₹12,300/- |
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All Trades | 26 Years |
(Refer notification for age relaxation as per rules.)
Selection Process
Written Test / Skill Test
Interview
Final selection based on merit & document verification
Application Fee
No specific fee is mentioned. Candidates must check the official notification for updated details.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit applications online through the official apprenticeship portal:
👉 Apply Online: https://nats.education.gov.in/
For extended notification, refer to the official link provided by WCL.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 12th November 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 5th December 2025 |
| Extended Notification Link | Available on official site |