NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026: 79 Posts

📅 Posted: 01/06/2026 📝 Updated: 03/06/2026

Total Vacancy79

SalaryGraduate Apprentice: ₹15,000/Month | Diploma Apprentice: ₹12,500/Month (Stipend as per Apprentices Act, 1961)

LocationAll India

Last Date12/06/2026

Short Information: National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut / NITC), one of India's premier technical institutions under the Ministry of Education, is hiring 79 Apprentice Trainees — 44 Graduate Apprentices and 35 Diploma Apprentices — for a one-year training period under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

This is a structured, paid apprenticeship — not a job, but the closest government-backed training opportunity to real professional experience. Graduate Apprentices receive ₹15,000 per month and Diploma Apprentices receive ₹12,500 per month as stipend. Working inside a top NIT campus gives you direct exposure to academic administration, laboratories, libraries, and technical departments — something that significantly strengthens a resume for future government or PSU applications.

Trades open for graduates include Library & Information Science, Hotel Management, Nursing, Lab Technician, Pharmacist, and General Administration (30 seats). For diploma holders, trades include Computer Science Engineering (15 seats), Commercial Practice (10 seats), Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Nursing, Lab Technician, and Pharmacist.

Eligibility requires a minimum 60% marks for Graduate Apprentices in the respective discipline. Qualification must have been obtained on or after 2022 from a recognized Indian university or state board. Applications are accepted online only through a Google Form link, with the last date being 12 June 2026. No application fee is applicable.

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NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	01/06/2026
Application Begin	01/06/2026
Last Date to Apply	12/06/2026
Document Verification / Written Test / Interview	To be notified via Email
Apprenticeship Duration	One Year (2026–27)

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

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Payment: No Application Fee

Recruitment Table: Age Limit by Category

Apprentice Type	UR	OBC	SC	ST
Graduate Apprentice	28 Yrs	31 Yrs	33 Yrs	33 Yrs
Diploma Apprentice	30 Yrs	33 Yrs	35 Yrs	35 Yrs
Note:Age calculated as on 12/06/2026. Further relaxation as per Apprentices Act, 1961 rules.

Recruitment Table: Graduate Apprentice Trainee — Post Wise Vacancy

Post Name	Total Posts	Eligibility
Library and Information Science	8	B.Lib.I.Sc OR M.Lib.I.Sc with 60% marks
Hotel Management	2	Degree in Hotel Management with 60% marks
Nursing	2	B.Sc Nursing with 60% marks
Lab Technician	1	B.Sc MLT with 60% marks
Pharmacist	1	B.Pharm with 60% marks
General Administration	30	Graduation in any stream with 60% marks
Total	44
Note:Minimum 60% marks required in the qualifying degree for all Graduate Apprentice trades.

Recruitment Table: Diploma Apprentice Trainee — Post Wise Vacancy

Post Name	Total Posts	Eligibility
Commercial Practice	10	Diploma in Commercial Practice from recognized State Board
Computer Science Engineering	15	Diploma in Computer Science Engineering or relevant discipline
Electronics Engineering	3	Diploma in Electronics Engineering or relevant discipline
Electrical Engineering	2	Diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
Nursing	1	Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
Lab Technician	1	Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
Pharmacist	1	Diploma Pharmacy (D.Pharma)
Mechanical Engineering	1	Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Civil Engineering	1	Diploma in Civil Engineering
Total	35
Note:Qualification must be a Diploma awarded by a recognized State Board or University in the respective field.

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying degree/diploma must have been obtained on or after the year 2022 from a recognized Indian University or State Board.
Must be a regular (not distance/correspondence) candidate for the qualifying examination.
Candidates currently undergoing apprenticeship/training of one year or more in any Govt./Public/Private sector as on date of joining are not eligible.
Combining this apprenticeship with any other institution's apprenticeship is not permitted.
Minimum 60% marks required in the qualifying degree for all Graduate Apprentice trades.
Age limit as on 12/06/2026: Graduate UR — 28 yrs, OBC — 31 yrs, SC/ST — 33 yrs; Diploma UR — 30 yrs, OBC — 33 yrs, SC/ST — 35 yrs.

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Graduate Apprentice Trainee (All Trades)	Stipend ₹15,000/Month
Diploma Apprentice Trainee (All Trades)	Stipend ₹12,500/Month

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Online Application Submission via Google Form
Scrutiny and Shortlisting based on Academic Merit & Eligibility
Document Verification (Original certificates required)
Written Test (if applicable)
Interview
Final Selection strictly on Academic Merit

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Selection Process Overview

No formal written exam syllabus has been specified in the official notification.
Written test, if conducted, will be based on the candidate's qualifying trade/discipline.
Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about written test / interview schedule exclusively via email.
Selection is strictly based on academic merit and eligibility criteria.

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

No detailed exam syllabus has been published in the official notification. If a written test is conducted, it is expected to be based on the candidate's qualifying trade/discipline at graduation or diploma level.

📚 Expected Topics — Graduate Apprentice (General Administration)

General English and Communication
Basic Computer Applications (MS Office, Internet)
General Awareness and Current Affairs
Logical Reasoning and Aptitude

📚 Expected Topics — Technical Trades (Engineering / Science)

Core subject questions from the respective qualifying discipline (e.g., CSE, Electronics, Electrical, Civil, Mechanical)
Basic trade-specific practical knowledge

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Visit the application link: https://forms.gle/1Pnrhx6q59myk1xG6 (Google Form — online only).
Fill in all required personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
Upload copies of: Qualification Certificate, Proof of Date of Birth, Valid ID Proof, Caste/Disability Certificate (if applicable).
Ensure the email ID entered is active — all future communication will be via email only.
Submit the application before 12 June 2026. No other mode of application is accepted.
No application fee is required.

Recruitment Note: About National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut)

NIT Calicut (NITC), established in 1961, is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, located in Kozhikode, Kerala. It consistently ranks in the NIRF Top 20 Engineering institutions. The Centre for Continuing Education and Skill Development (CCESD) at NITC manages apprenticeship training under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) in alignment with the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Apprentice Trainee

Apprentices work within their respective trade departments for one year under supervision. General Administration apprentices handle office coordination, data entry, and correspondence. Technical trade apprentices (CSE, Electronics, Electrical, Civil, Mechanical) support lab operations and equipment maintenance. Library, Nursing, Lab Technician, and Pharmacist apprentices assist department heads in daily functions. This is a training engagement only — no right to regular employment at NIT Calicut exists after completion.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Stipend

Beyond the monthly stipend (₹15,000 for graduates, ₹12,500 for diploma holders), apprentices gain one year of government-recognized work experience at a premier NIT. On completion, a Certificate of Apprenticeship Training under NATS is awarded, recognized across Central Government departments and PSUs. No PF, gratuity, or leave benefits apply — this is a training engagement, not regular employment.

NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 01/06/2026 to 12/06/2026	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/002	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	NIT Calicut
Post Name	Apprentice Trainee
Total Vacancy	79
Salary	Graduate Apprentice: ₹15,000/Month \| Diploma Apprentice: ₹12,500/Month (Stipend as per Apprentices Act, 1961)
Job Location	All India
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	12/06/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

The 79-seat intake here is dominated by General Administration (30 seats) and CSE Diploma (15 seats) — if you hold a graduation in any stream with 60%+, the General Administration trade is your easiest entry point into NIT Calicut. One critical catch: your qualifying degree must be from 2022 or later. A 2021 passout is explicitly ineligible regardless of marks. Also, candidates currently doing apprenticeship elsewhere cannot apply — combining apprenticeships is not permitted under the Apprentices Act. Upload clear, legible scans of all documents in the Google Form; NIT Calicut communicates exclusively via email and a missed shortlist email due to a wrong ID means permanent disqualification at that stage.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the stipend for NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee 2026? ▼

Ans: Graduate Apprentice Trainees receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000, and Diploma Apprentice Trainees receive ₹12,500 per month. This is a fixed stipend under the Apprentices Act, 1961 — no additional allowances like DA or HRA are applicable. The training period is one year (2026–27). There is no right to regular employment at NIT Calicut after completion of training.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply for NIT Calicut Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 12 June 2026. Applications must be submitted only through the official Google Form link provided in the notification. No other mode — offline, email, or postal — is accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about further stages exclusively via email.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the NIT Calicut Apprentice selection process? ▼

Ans: No negative marking has been mentioned in the official notification (Advt. No. NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/002). If a written test is conducted, the format and marking scheme will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email. Selection is primarily based on academic merit, document verification, and interview performance.

Q.4 What is the age limit for NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee 2026? ▼

Ans: Age is calculated as on 12/06/2026. For Graduate Apprentices: UR — 28 years, OBC — 31 years, SC/ST — 33 years. For Diploma Apprentices: UR — 30 years, OBC — 33 years, SC/ST — 35 years. Age limits and relaxations are governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 and its amendments.

Q.5 How to download the NIT Calicut Apprentice Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: The official notification (Advt. No. NITC/CCESD/NATS/AT/2026/002) is available on the NIT Calicut official website at nitc.ac.in under the CCESD or Recruitment/Notices section. Candidates are advised to regularly check the website for updates on written test dates and interview schedules, as all communication is via email only.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification for NIT Calicut Graduate Apprentice? ▼

Ans: Graduate Apprentices require a degree in the respective trade with a minimum 60% marks — for example, B.Lib.I.Sc or M.Lib.I.Sc for Library Science, B.Sc Nursing for Nursing, B.Pharm for Pharmacist, and Graduation in any stream for General Administration. Crucially, the qualifying degree must have been obtained on or after 2022 from a recognized Indian university. Degrees obtained before 2022 are not eligible.

Q.7 What is the selection process for NIT Calicut Apprentice Trainee 2026? ▼

Ans: Applications are first scrutinized for eligibility. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification with original certificates. This may be followed by a written test and/or interview. Final selection is strictly based on academic merit. Selected candidates must execute a Contract of Apprenticeship as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. The apprenticeship period is one year, with no claim to regular employment at NIT Calicut thereafter.

Q.8 Can candidates currently doing apprenticeship elsewhere apply for NIT Calicut Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: No. Candidates who are currently undergoing apprenticeship or training in any Government, Public, or Private sector establishment for one year or more as on the date of joining are not eligible. Combining this apprenticeship with any other institution's apprenticeship training is also not permitted under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Such candidates will be disqualified at any stage if found ineligible.