Overview
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL), A Government of India Enterprise, Ambalamugal P.O., Ernakulam Dist., Kerala-682302 has released a recruitment notification for the post of Trade Apprentice (ITI holders) | Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech/B.E.) | Technician Apprentice (Diploma holders). Eligible candidates can apply online only - trade apprentices: via naps portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) | graduate & technician apprentices: via nats portal (nats.education.gov.in) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL), A Government of India Enterprise, Ambalamugal P.O., Ernakulam Dist., Kerala-682302
- Qualification
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions. Only those who passed ITI/Diploma/B.Tech during the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026 are eligible. The category/reservation claimed during initial online submission of application only will be considered; candidates cannot change category after submission. Criteria: Details Nationality: Indian Nationals only. Portal Registration (Mandatory): Trade Apprentices: 100% completed profile on NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) with Aadhaar verification and valid Enrollment Number. Graduate & Technician Apprentices: registered on NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) with Enrollment Number. Educational Qualification - Trade Apprentice (ITI Holders): Full-time ITI (National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT or State Trade Certificate issued by SCVT) from an institution recognized by State/Central Government in the relevant trade, passed during 2022–2026. Minimum 60% marks in qualifying exam (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). Equivalency Certificate required if qualification is equivalent. Educational Qualification - Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech/B.E.): B.Tech/B.E. Degree in Engineering/Technology granted by a statutory University or institution empowered by an Act of Parliament in the relevant discipline, passed during 2022–2026. CGPA/OGPA/CPI: if University defines conversion criteria, that is used; otherwise CGPA × 10 = % of marks. Educational Qualification - Technician Apprentice (Diploma Holders): Diploma in Engineering in the relevant di…
- Last date to apply
- 08-06-2026
Important Dates
| Date of Notification | 22.05.2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 26-05-2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 08-06-2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01.01.2026 |
| Eligible ITI/Diploma/Degree Passing Years | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026 |
| Certificate Verification / Written Test / Skill Test / Interview | To be notified to shortlisted candidates by email / HOCL website |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
A total of 30 training seats are announced across 3 categories and 12 disciplines. The seats are distributed category-wise as per Government of India reservation directives for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD. The number of training seats indicated is based on existing requirements and may vary depending on future requirements. HOCL reserves the right not to fill the notified seats if need so arises. Category I - Trade Apprentices (ITI Holders) | Apply via: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in Sr. No.: Discipline / Trade | Total | Duration 1: Fitter | 9 | 01 Year 2: Machinist | 1 | 01 Year 3: Welder | 1 | 01 Year 4: Mechanic Diesel | 1 | 01 Year 5: Electrician | 1 | 01 Year 6: Instrument Mechanic | 1 | 01 Year Total: 14 Category II - Graduate Apprentices (B.Tech/B.E. Degree Holders) | Apply via: nats.education.gov.in Sr. No.: Discipline | Total | Duration 1: Fire & Safety | 1 | 01 Year 2: Computer Science | 1 | 01 Year 3: Mechanical | 3 | 01 Year Total: 5 Category III - Technician Apprentices (Diploma Holders) | Apply via: nats.education.gov.in Sr. No.: Discipline | Total | Duration 1: Electrical | 3 | 01 Year 2: Mechanical | 7 | 01 Year 3: Instrumentation | 1 | 01 Year Total: 11 Grand Total across all 3 categories: 30 Training Seats PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) - Categories Eligible Category: Description Locomotor Disability / Muscular Dystrophy / Leprosy Cured / Dwarfism / Cerebral Palsy / Acid Attack Victim: Physical disability including limb and movement impairments Low Vision / B…
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions. Only those who passed ITI/Diploma/B.Tech during the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026 are eligible. The category/reservation claimed during initial online submission of application only will be considered; candidates cannot change category after submission. Criteria: Details Nationality: Indian Nationals only. Portal Registration (Mandatory): Trade Apprentices: 100% completed profile on NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) with Aadhaar verification and valid Enrollment Number. Graduate & Technician Apprentices: registered on NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) with Enrollment Number. Educational Qualification - Trade Apprentice (ITI Holders): Full-time ITI (National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT or State Trade Certificate issued by SCVT) from an institution recognized by State/Central Government in the relevant trade, passed during 2022–2026. Minimum 60% marks in qualifying exam (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). Equivalency Certificate required if qualification is equivalent. Educational Qualification - Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech/B.E.): B.Tech/B.E. Degree in Engineering/Technology granted by a statutory University or institution empowered by an Act of Parliament in the relevant discipline, passed during 2022–2026. CGPA/OGPA/CPI: if University defines conversion criteria, that is used; otherwise CGPA × 10 = % of marks. Educational Qualification - Technician Apprentice (Diploma Holders): Diploma in Engineering in the relevant di…
Age Limit
Candidates must be above 18 years of age as on 01.01.2026. No upper age limit is specified beyond the standard eligibility. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates is as per Government of India directives. Category: Age Limit / Relaxation All Categories (Minimum): Above 18 years as on 01.01.2026 SC / ST: Age relaxation as per Government of India directives OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Age relaxation as per Government of India directives PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Age relaxation as per Government of India directives
Application Fee
There is no application fee for HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Application is completely free of charge for all categories. Category: Fees All Categories: NIL - No application fee
Selection Process
Selection will be based on shortlisting through percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by certificate verification, written test / skill test / interview, and medical fitness. Final provisional selection is in the order of merit/reservation, subject to medical fitness. Merely submitting an application or receiving a call letter does not confer any right to the applicant or constitute acceptance of candidature. Stage 1 - Shortlisting Based on Marks Percentage Candidates will be shortlisted in order of percentage of marks obtained in the minimum prescribed qualifying examination (ITI/Diploma/B.Tech as applicable to the respective discipline). Only marks entered in the application portal will be considered - if entered marks differ from the mark sheet uploaded, the application will be summarily rejected. For NATS portal applicants, percentage must be compulsorily entered in the "% of Marks/CGPA" column; if not furnished, candidature will not be considered. Stage 2 - Certificate Verification Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original certificates/documents. Candidates must bring original certificates as proof of age, qualification, caste, disability etc., along with self-attested copies. Call letters will NOT be sent by post - candidates will be informed by email or through publication on the HOCL website (www.hoclindia.com). Candidates should frequently check their email and the HOCL website for updates. Failure to produce original ce…
How to Apply
Candidates must apply exclusively through the respective portal based on their qualification category. No applications through any other method or platform will be considered. For Trade Apprentices (ITI Holders) - Apply via NAPS Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in): For candidates already enrolled on NAPS portal: Login with User ID & Password → Click Apprenticeship Opportunities → Choose Course, Location → Type Establishment Name "Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited" → Search (Establishment Code: E07203200009) → List of trades will be displayed → Click Apply against the respective trade. For candidates not yet enrolled on NAPS portal: Go to https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ → Click Enroll under "Candidate" → Complete Registration (Qualification Certificate, Govt ID Proof, Bank Passbook, Photo, Resume required) → Complete Aadhaar verification → A unique Enrollment Number will be generated after MSDE verification (wait at least 1 day) → Then follow the steps above to apply. For Graduate & Technician Apprentices (B.Tech/Diploma) - Apply via NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in): For candidates already registered on NATS portal: Login with User ID & Password → Search "Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited" under "Apply against advertised vacancies" or "Apply against yearly requirements" → Click Apply (status will show as "applied"). For candidates not yet registered on NATS portal: Go to https://nats.education.gov.in → Click Student → Click Student Register → Complete applicatio…
Important Instructions
• Upon completion of the Apprenticeship period, HOCL shall have no obligation to offer employment to any apprentice, nor can an apprentice claim the right for employment on the grounds of completion of Apprenticeship. • Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act in any Government, Public Sector, or Private Organisation are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply. Such candidature, if discovered at any stage, will be cancelled. • Applications must be submitted exclusively through the respective portal - NAPS (for ITI holders) or NATS (for Diploma/B.Tech holders). Applications through any other method or platform will not be considered. • The category/reservation claimed during the initial online submission of the application only will be considered. Candidates must produce the relevant certificate in prescribed GOI format at document verification; failing which, their reservation claim will not be considered and they will be treated as Unreserved. • Candidates must ensure marks are entered correctly in the portal. Difference between entered marks and mark sheet uploaded will result in summary rejection of application. • For NATS portal applicants: percentage of marks in qualifying examination must be compulsorily entered in the "% of Marks/CGPA" column. If not furnished, candidature will not be considered. • Call letters for certificate verification/written test/skill test/interview will NOT be sent by post. Candidates wil…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for HOCL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 30 Posts?
Date of Notification: 22.05.2026; Commencement of Online Application: 26-05-2026; Last Date of Online Application: 08-06-2026; Age Calculated As On: 01.01.2026; Eligible ITI/Diploma/Degree Passing Years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026; Certificate Verification / Written Test / Skill Test / Interview: To be notified to shortlisted candidates by email / HOCL website
What is the application fee?
There is no application fee for HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Application is completely free of charge for all categories. Category: Fees All Categories: NIL - No application fee
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be above 18 years of age as on 01.01.2026. No upper age limit is specified beyond the standard eligibility. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates is as per Government of India directives. Category: Age Limit / Relaxation All Categories (Minimum): Above 18 years as on 01.01.2026 SC / ST: Age relaxation as per Government of India directives OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Age relaxation as per Government of India directives PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Age relaxation as per Government of India directives
What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on shortlisting through percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by certificate verification, written test / skill test / interview, and medical fitness. Final provisional selection is in the order of merit/reservation, subject to medical fitness. Merely submitting an application or receiving a call letter does not confer any right to the applicant or constitute acceptance of candidature. Stage 1 - Shortlisting Based on Marks Percentage Candidates will be shortlisted in order of percentage of marks obtained in the minimum prescribed qualifying examination (ITI/Diploma/B.Tech as applicable to the respective discipline). Only marks entered in the application portal will be considered - if entered marks differ from the mark sheet uploaded, the application will be summarily rejected. For NATS portal applicants, percentage must be compulsorily ent…