The minimum educational qualification required for this position is Graduate / Diploma (refer to the official notification for the exact discipline, stream or trade required). 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 28–35 years calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories as per central government rules: 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.
Application fee
All Categories₹0 (No Fee)
At a glance
OrganizationNational Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut)
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examNIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 79 Posts
Total posts79
QualificationGraduate / Diploma+
LocationKerala
Pay scale₹12,500 – ₹15,000 per month (stipend)
Apply modeOnline
Last Date to Apply12 Jun 2026
Key highlights
National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) has released the latest jobs update for NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 79 Posts.
79 total vacancies are on offer.
Last Date to Apply: 12 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
Applications are now open for the NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 79 Posts recruitment announced by National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut). A total of 79 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the Graduate / Diploma eligibility and the eligible age range of 28–35 years can apply through the official portal before 12 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹12,500 – ₹15,000 per month (stipend) pay scale, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per government rules.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification — it is the binding source for eligibility, dates, and fees.
Why apply for this post
National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) is among India's premier academic and research institutions. Roles here come with access to a high-quality research environment, structured technical training, exposure to senior faculty mentorship, and credentials valued across the academic and industrial sector after the tenure ends.
The starting pay scale for this post is ₹12,500 – ₹15,000 per month (stipend). 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.
Age limit
Minimum age: 28 years · Maximum age: 35 years (as on the cut-off date). Age relaxation applies for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years) and PwD as per government rules.
Vacancy details
79
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹12,500 – ₹15,000 per month (stipend) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)
Graduate Apprentice – General Administration30
Graduate Apprentice – Library & Information Science8
Identity proof (Aadhaar card / Voter ID / Passport)
Recent passport-size photograph
NATS registration details (if applicable)
How to apply
The entire application is online — candidates register on the official portal, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee online, and download the confirmation. Follow the numbered steps below carefully, because once submitted most fields cannot be edited.
The Last Date to Apply for this application is 12 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.
The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.
1Visit the official NIT Calicut website at nitc.ac.in and go to the CCESD or Recruitment section.
2Locate the NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the year 2026–27.
3Open the online Google Form link provided in the notification.
4Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, trade/discipline preference, and contact information accurately.
5Upload scanned copies of required documents as instructed in the form.
6Review all entered details carefully and submit the form before 12 Jun 2026.
7Save or screenshot your form submission confirmation for future reference.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 4 stages: Online Application Submission via Google Form, Scrutiny of Applications & Document Verification, Merit-Based Shortlisting and Engagement as Apprentice Trainee for One Year. 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.
Online Application Submission via Google FormScrutiny of Applications & Document VerificationMerit-Based ShortlistingEngagement as Apprentice Trainee for One Year
Preparation tips
1Ensure your qualifying degree or diploma was completed in 2022 or later — applications from earlier batches will be rejected.
2Graduate Apprentice applicants must have a minimum of 60% marks in their qualifying examination; verify your percentage before applying.
3Apply well before 12 Jun 2026 to avoid any last-minute issues with the Google Form portal.
4Keep scanned copies of all educational certificates and identity documents ready before starting the form.
5Confirm you are not currently engaged in any other apprenticeship or training programme lasting one year or more.
The last date to submit your online application for the NIT Calicut Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 12 Jun 2026. Applications are accepted only through the online Google Form; no other mode is valid.
A total of 79 Apprentice Trainee posts are available — 44 Graduate Apprentice Trainee posts and 35 Diploma Apprentice Trainee posts across 15 disciplines/trades.
Graduate Apprentice Trainees will receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹15,000, while Diploma Apprentice Trainees will receive ₹12,500 per month throughout the one-year training period.
Graduate Apprentice posts require a relevant degree with at least 60% marks (e.g., B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, B.Lib.I.Sc, or any graduation for General Administration). Diploma Apprentice posts require a relevant diploma from a recognised State Board or institution. The qualifying examination must have been completed in 2022 or later.
For Graduate Apprentice posts: UR – 28 years, OBC – 31 years, SC/ST – 33 years. For Diploma Apprentice posts: UR – 30 years, OBC – 33 years, SC/ST – 35 years. These limits are as on 12 Jun 2026 and already include the applicable relaxations.
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates from all categories can apply free of cost through the online Google Form.
Applications must be submitted through the online Google Form linked in the official NIT Calicut recruitment notification. Visit nitc.ac.in and navigate to the CCESD or Recruitment section to access the form.
No. This is a one-year training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). It does not confer any right or claim to regular employment at NIT Calicut upon completion.
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