NRCB Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - 20 Graduate & Technician Posts

Are You Eligible?

First, check if you can apply. You must have passed your graduation or diploma exam in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. This is the main requirement.

You cannot apply if you have already done an apprenticeship before, or if you have one or more years of work experience.

Key Highlights

• Organization: ICAR - National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB), Tamil Nadu
• Total Posts: 20 (18 Graduate + 2 Technician)
• Training Duration: 1 year
• Monthly Stipend: ₹12,300 for graduates, ₹10,900 for technicians
• Application Mode: Online only, via NATS portal
• Selection: Based on merit (your aggregate marks)

Who Can Apply? Eligibility

You need to meet these conditions:

• You must have a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc, B.C.A, B.Tech, or similar) OR a Diploma (Technician posts)
• You must have passed your exam in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026
• You have never done an apprenticeship before under the Apprentices Act, 1973
• You do not have one year or more of work experience

Available Positions by Stream

Application Fee

Check the official NATS portal for fee details. Usually, apprenticeship applications are free or have a small fee.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 27 August 2026
• Application Last Date: 17 September 2026
• Certificate Verification & Interview: Dates will be sent to your mobile and email after you are shortlisted

How Selection Works

Candidates are selected based on merit. This means your aggregate marks from your degree or diploma exam decide your ranking. Shortlisted candidates will be called for certificate verification and an interview at NRCB's office in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step

1. Go to NATS Portal: Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) official portal
2. Create an Account: Register yourself on NATS if you don't have an account. You'll need your email and mobile number
3. Find the Vacancy: Search for NRCB (Establishment ID: STNTCC089613) on the portal
4. Fill the Form: Fill all details carefully - your name, qualification, marks, contact details
5. Upload Documents: Upload your degree/diploma certificate and other required documents as PDF
6. Submit: Review everything and click submit
7. Keep Your Registration Number: Save your application number for future reference

Documents You Will Need

• Your degree or diploma certificate (PDF copy)
• Mark sheet or grade card
• Photo ID (Aadhar or Passport)
• Recent passport-size photo
• Your mobile number and email address

Important Conditions

• All applications must be submitted online only via NATS portal. No offline or email applications are accepted
• You must register on NATS first before applying for this specific job
• The interview will be held at NRCB's office in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
• Your interview date and time will be sent to your registered mobile number and email
• This apprenticeship is for one year only

Official Links

Apply only through the official NATS portal. Check the official NRCB notification for any updates.