Eastern Coalfields Limited 2025 ITI Apprentices Recruitment (Vacancy Circular No: ECL/HRD/DIS/2025/532)
Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) has announced a new notification for the recruitment of ITI Apprentices. A total of 280 vacancies are available under this engagement. Candidates are advised to carefully read the notification and check the details such as eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, experience requirements, and other conditions before applying. The last date to submit the application form is 26th September 2025.
Applicants who are eligible and interested can apply by visiting the official website of Eastern Coalfields Limited. The notification, along with the application form, is available in the recruitment/career section of the site. Shortlisted candidates will be appointed in West Bengal after completing the selection process.
ECL will also release further updates regarding this recruitment, including syllabus, answer keys, merit lists, admit cards, shortlisted candidates list, and final results. All such details will be published on the company’s official website in due course.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment has been announced for ITI Apprentices under different trades. The positions are based in Dishergarh, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal – 713333. These are full-time apprentice roles. The trade-wise distribution of vacancies is as follows:
Fitter – 120 Posts
Electrician – 120 Posts
COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) – 20 Posts
Welder – 20 Posts
In total, there are 280 vacancies for apprentices.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for these posts must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade. The certificate should be recognized and the candidate must be registered on the NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) portal under the concerned trade. A minimum of 40% marks in ITI is required to be eligible.
The maximum age limit is 45 years as on the closing date of application. Relaxations in age for reserved categories will be applicable as per government rules.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will be entitled to a monthly stipend in the range of Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 7,700 depending on the trade and apprenticeship rules.
Selection Process
The selection procedure will be based on the eligibility and merit of the candidates. More details about the selection method and any application fee (if applicable) are mentioned in the official notification. Candidates are advised to go through the guidelines carefully before applying.
How to Apply
Candidates should apply in the prescribed application format. The application form must be duly filled and attached with all required documents such as educational certificates, age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and other supporting papers.
The completed application should be sent by Speed Post or Registered Post to the following address:
Office of the General Manager (HRD),
Dishergarh, Paschim Bardhaman,
West Bengal – 713333
The application must reach the office on or before 26th September 2025. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.
Important Dates
Notification Date: 17th August 2025
Last Date to Apply: 26th September 2025
- For more details, please refer to official notification at Download Official Notification
About Eastern Coalfields Limited
Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) is a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Established in 1975 after the nationalization of coal mines, the company has its headquarters at Sanctoria in West Bengal. ECL manages a large number of underground and open-cast coal mines in West Bengal and Jharkhand.
The company plays an important role in ensuring coal supply to industries and power plants across the country. ECL focuses on safe mining practices, environmental sustainability, welfare of employees, and development of nearby communities. It also works actively in areas of modernization, technology adoption, and corporate social responsibility.