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HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 30 Posts

HOCL ITI / Diploma / B.E./B.Tech+ Kerala 30 posts Last Date to Apply Online: 08 Jun 2026
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Organization Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL)
Category Latest Jobs
Post / exam HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 30 Posts
Total posts 30
Qualification ITI / Diploma / B.E./B.Tech+
Location Kerala
Pay scale ₹10,560 – ₹12,300 per month (stipend, category-wise)
Apply mode Online
Last Date to Apply Online 08 Jun 2026

Key highlights

Overview

The Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL) has released the HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 30 Posts recruitment on its official portal. A total of 30 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the ITI / Diploma / B.E./B.Tech eligibility and fall within the 18–99 year age band can apply through the official portal before 08 Jun 2026.

On this page you will find everything you need for the HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 30 Posts application — exact dates, fee structure, vacancy breakdown by category, age relaxation rules, the multi-stage selection process, the exam pattern with section-wise marks, and the official application + notification links. You can read each section first, then jump straight to the official portal using the verified links below.

The pay scale for this post is ₹10,560 – ₹12,300 per month (stipend, category-wise), with DA, HRA, and other allowances added on top — making this a stable government job with strong long-term career growth and pensionable benefits.

We recommend reviewing the official notification PDF in full before you apply. Every figure on this page is sourced from the official notification, but recruiting bodies sometimes issue corrigenda — verify there first.

Why apply for this post

Joining Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL) means a steady government salary, regular pay revisions, family medical benefits, leave entitlements, and a guaranteed pension on retirement. Selected candidates also gain access to structured training programs, clear promotion pathways, and the opportunity to be posted across different parts of India during their career.

The starting pay scale for this post is ₹10,560 – ₹12,300 per month (stipend, category-wise). Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.

Important dates

Date of Notification 22 May 2026
Online Application Opens 26 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 08 Jun 2026
Age Reckoned As On 01 Jan 2026
Certificate Verification / Test / Interview To be notified to shortlisted candidates

Age limit

Minimum age: 18 years · Maximum age: 99 years (as on the cut-off date). Age relaxation applies for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years) and PwD as per government rules.

Eligibility / educational qualification

The minimum educational qualification required for this position is as specified in the official notification. Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.

The age limit is 18–99 years calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Reserved categories receive age relaxation as per the standard government norms: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.

Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in Kerala may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.

Vacancy details

30
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.

Salary / pay scale

₹10,560 – ₹12,300 per month (stipend, category-wise) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.

Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)

Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Fitter 9
Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Machinist 1
Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Welder 1
Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Mechanic Diesel 1
Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Electrician 1
Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Instrument Mechanic 1
Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) – Fire & Safety 1
Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) – Computer Science 1
Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) – Mechanical 3
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Electrical 3
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Mechanical 7
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Instrumentation 1

Documents required

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official portal. The process involves registering with mobile and email, filling the form, uploading photo + signature + supporting documents in the prescribed format, paying the fee, and downloading the confirmation page. Take the steps below one at a time — many fields are locked after the final submission.

The Last Date to Apply Online for this application is 08 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.

  1. 1 Trade Apprentices (ITI holders): Visit apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS portal) and register or log in.
  2. 2 Graduate & Technician Apprentices (B.Tech/Diploma holders): Visit nats.education.gov.in (NATS portal) and register or log in.
  3. 3 Ensure your portal profile is 100% complete before proceeding.
  4. 4 Search for the HOCL vacancy. Trade Apprentices should use Establishment Code E07203200009 on NAPS.
  5. 5 Submit your online application and note the application reference number.
  6. 6 Monitor your registered e-mail and the HOCL official website (hoclindia.com) for shortlisting and further process communication.

Selection process

The selection process is conducted in 4 stages: Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in qualifying examination, Certificate Verification, Written Test / Skill Test / Interview and Medical Fitness Examination. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.

Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in qualifying examination Certificate Verification Written Test / Skill Test / Interview Medical Fitness Examination

Preparation tips

Important links

Official Website Open
Apply Online – Trade Apprentices (NAPS Portal) Open
Apply Online – Graduate & Technician Apprentices (NATS Portal) Open

Frequently asked questions

The deadline for submitting online applications is 08 June 2026. Applications through any mode other than the designated NAPS or NATS portal will not be accepted.

A total of 30 training seats are on offer: 14 for Trade Apprentices (ITI holders), 11 for Technician Apprentices (Diploma holders), and 5 for Graduate Apprentices (B.Tech/B.E. holders).

The official notification does not specify any application fee. Candidates should verify this on the HOCL official website before applying.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age as on 01 January 2026. No upper age limit has been specified in the notification.

The qualification required depends on the category: ITI certificate for Trade Apprentices, Diploma in engineering for Technician Apprentices, and a B.Tech or B.E. degree for Graduate Apprentices. The qualifying examination must have been passed between 2022 and 2026.

Candidates are first shortlisted on the basis of marks secured in their qualifying examination. Shortlisted applicants then undergo certificate verification, a written test or skill test or interview, and finally a medical fitness examination.

ITI holders must apply through the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in using Establishment Code E07203200009. Diploma and B.Tech holders must apply through the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in. Your profile on either portal must be 100% complete before applying.

Trade Apprentices receive ₹10,560 per month, Technician Apprentices receive ₹10,900 per month, and Graduate Apprentices receive ₹12,300 per month. These figures include the Government of India's share of the stipend.

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