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Join WhatsApp ChannelJoin TelegramIREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026: 131 Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation & AOCP Posts – Apply Online by 9 November
IREL (India) Limited, a Department of Atomic Energy PSU, is recruiting 131 Tradesman Trainees (Fitter 93, Electrician 12, Instrumentation 6, AOCP 20) for its units at OSCOM (Odisha), Chavara and RED Aluva (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), REPM Visakhapatnam and RETTP Bhopal. Apply online on irel.co.in from 19/10/2026 (10:00 AM) to 09/11/2026 (6:00 PM).
Official Notification PDF: IREL Advt CO/HRM/36/2026 – Official PDF (irel.co.in Careers)
131 Tradesman Trainee Posts – ITI/NAC + 2 Years' Experience – Stipend ₹34,200 – Apply by 09/11/2026
Short Summary: Eligibility is ITI/NAC in the trade plus 2 years' experience. Upper age is 35 years as on 09/11/2026. Training stipend is ₹34,200 a month for one year, then absorption in the W-3 scale (₹22,000–88,000, CTC about ₹6.5 lakh a year). Selection: a 2-hour CBT with no negative marking, then a skill test. Fee ₹826 (UR/OBC/EWS) or ₹354 (SC/ST/PwBD/ESM).
Important Dates – IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026 |
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| Online application starts: | 19/10/2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply: | 09/11/2026 (6:00 PM) |
| CBT: | To be announced |
Application Fee |
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| UR / OBC / EWS: | ₹826 (incl. GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: | ₹354 |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide
Watch our video guide covering eligibility, important dates, fee, vacancy details, and how to apply online.
Important Links |
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| Apply Online: | Apply Online – irel.co.in Careers |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | IREL Advt CO/HRM/36/2026 – Official PDF (irel.co.in Careers) |
| Official Website: | IREL Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
| Join Our Channels for Live Updates: | |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 93 |
| Electrician | 12 |
| Instrumentation | 6 |
| Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP) | 20 |
| Total | 131 |
Units: OSCOM (Odisha), Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), RED Aluva (Kerala), REPM Visakhapatnam (AP) and RETTP Bhopal (MP). The unit-wise breakup is in the official advertisement.
Eligibility
- ITI (NTC) or NAC in the relevant trade (Fitter / Electrician / Instrumentation / AOCP).
- 2 years of post-qualification experience in the trade.
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years as on 09/11/2026. SC/ST +5, OBC (NCL) +3, PwBD +10 years, ex-servicemen as per rules.
Not sure if you are within the age limit? Use our free sarkari job age calculator for the cut-off date.
Salary
Training: stipend of ₹34,200 per month for 1 year. After that, absorption as Tradesman in the W-3 grade (₹22,000–88,000), with a CTC of about ₹6.5 lakh a year.
Exam Pattern
Computer Based Test of 2 hours: 100 trade-related questions and 50 questions on general knowledge, logical reasoning, numerical ability and English. No negative marking.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test
- Skill test (shortlisted 1:5)
- Document verification and medical examination
Exam Centres
| State | Centres |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Nagpur |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Berhampur |
| Kerala | Trivandrum, Kochi |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Indore |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Nagercoil |
| Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada |
Candidates choose two centres in order of preference.
How to Apply
- Go to irel.co.in → Careers from 19/10/2026, 10:00 AM.
- Register, fill in ITI/NAC and experience details, and upload documents.
- Pay the fee and submit by 09/11/2026, 6:00 PM.
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IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
