# SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 1600 Graduate & Technician Posts
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has announced the SECL Graduate & Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27, inviting applications for 1600 apprenticeship training positions in various engineering and general streams. This recruitment is conducted under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the financial year 2026-27, focusing on candidates for both Graduate and Technician Apprenticeships.
Eligible applicants can apply online through the official SECL portal after registering on NATS 2.0. The last date for submitting applications is 31/03/2026. SECL offers a monthly stipend of ₹12,300 for Graduate Apprentices and ₹10,900 for Technician Apprentices, with positions located in the opencast and underground mines across Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
The official notification, which includes detailed information on the application process and eligibility criteria, was released on 17/03/2026, under advertisement number SECL/BSP/HRD/NATS/Apprentice 26-27/1393. For further details, candidates can visit the official SECL website.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) |
| Recruitment | Graduate & Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentices & Technician Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 1600 |
| Advertisement No. | SECL/BSP/HRD/NATS/Apprentice 26-27/1393 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Chhattisgarh & Madhya Pradesh |
| Official Website | www.secl-cil.in |
Important Dates for Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 17/03/2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 31/03/2026 (till 12:00 Midnight) |
| Publication of Provisional Selection List | 2nd week of April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification & Medical Examination Start | 20/04/2026 onwards |
| Commencement of One-Year Apprenticeship Training | FY 2026-27 |
Age Limit
Candidates should carefully note the application schedule:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years (as on 31/03/2026) |
| Upper Age Limit | No upper age limit prescribed |
| Age Relaxation | Not Applicable |
Note: The SECL Apprentice 2026 notification does not provide any age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen or any other category.
Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices | 4-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com/BBA/BCA in relevant discipline |
| Technician Apprentices | 3-year Diploma in relevant engineering branch |
Candidates must be registered on the NATS 2.0 portal and should not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier or completed one-year employment/service.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate in Mining Engg. | 200 |
| Graduate in Civil Engg. | 20 |
| Graduate in Electrical Engg. | 30 |
| Graduate in Mechanical Engg. | 30 |
| Graduate in Elect. & Tel. Engg. | 10 |
| Graduate in Administration (BBA) | 25 |
| Graduate in Computer Application (BCA) | 100 |
| Graduate in Commerce (B.Com) | 50 |
| Graduate in Science (B.Sc. Chemistry) | 35 |
| Technician in Mining Engg. | 900 |
| Technician in Mine Surveying | 40 |
| Technician in Civil Engg. | 40 |
| Technician in Electrical Engg. | 50 |
| Technician in Mechanical Engg. | 50 |
| Technician in Elect. & Telecom. Engg. | 20 |
| Grand Total | 1600 |
Salary
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend (Graduate) | ₹12,300/month |
| Stipend (Technician) | ₹10,900/month |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/UR/OBC | Nil |
| EWS | Nil |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| PwD | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
| ESM | Nil |
| Transgender | Nil |
| Others | Nil |
Note: There is no application fee for any category.
Selection Process
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| First Step | Merit-based selection based on Date of Passing, Marks, DOB |
| Second Step | Document Verification + Medical Fitness Examination |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 31/03/2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for the SECL Apprentice positions? Ans. There are a total of 1600 vacancies for Graduate and Technician Apprentices.
Q3. What is the age limit for applicants? Ans. The minimum age is 18 years as of 31/03/2026, with no upper age limit.
Q4. What is the stipend for Graduate and Technician Apprentices? Ans. Graduate Apprentices receive ₹12,300 per month, while Technician Apprentices receive ₹10,900 per month.
Q5. Where can I find the official notification? Ans. The official notification is available on the SECL website under the HRD → Apprentice section.
