SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1600 Graduate & Technician Vacancies | Online Form
South Eastern Coalfields Limited has released the official SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1600 Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act 1961. The SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers one-year apprenticeship training in mining and non-mining disciplines across various establishments in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
Candidates interested in SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must first register on the NATS 2.0 portal and then submit the online application form through the official SECL website. The selection in SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be based on merit prepared from marks and date of passing, so candidates should carefully check eligibility criteria before applying.
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) |
| Recruitment Name | SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Graduate & Technician Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 1600 |
| Advertisement No. | SECL/BSP/HRD/NATS/Apprentice 26-27/1393 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Chhattisgarh & Madhya Pradesh |
| Last Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit Based |
| Official Website | www.secl-cil.in |
SECL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Trade | Total Posts |
| Graduate Apprentice (Various Streams) | 500 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 1100 |
| Total | 1600 |
SECL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 (Category-wise Distribution)
| Sr. No. | Apprenticeship Category | Total Seats | General (50%) | SC (19%) | OBC (17%) | ST (14%) |
| 1 | Graduate – Mining Engg. | 200 | 100 | 38 | 34 | 28 |
| 2 | Graduate – Civil Engg. | 20 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| 3 | Graduate – Electrical Engg. | 30 | 15 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | Graduate – Mechanical Engg. | 30 | 15 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
| 5 | Graduate – Electronics & Telecom Engg. | 10 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 6 | Graduate – Administration (BBA) | 25 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 7 | Graduate – Computer Application (BCA) | 100 | 50 | 19 | 17 | 14 |
| 8 | Graduate – Commerce (B.Com) | 50 | 25 | 10 | 8 | 7 |
| 9 | Graduate – Science (B.Sc. Chemistry) | 35 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
| 10 | Technician – Mining Engg. | 900 | 450 | 171 | 153 | 126 |
| 11 | Technician – Mine Surveying | 40 | 20 | 8 | 7 | 5 |
| 12 | Technician – Civil Engg. | 40 | 20 | 8 | 7 | 5 |
| 13 | Technician – Electrical Engg. | 50 | 25 | 10 | 8 | 7 |
| 14 | Technician – Mechanical Engg. | 50 | 25 | 10 | 8 | 7 |
| 15 | Technician – Electronics & Telecom Engg. | 20 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Total | 1600 | 800 | 308 | 270 | 222 | |
SECL Apprentice Educational Qualification 2026
| Post | Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E./B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Com / BBA / BCA in relevant discipline (full-time) |
| Technician Apprentice | 3-Year Diploma in relevant engineering branch |
SECL Apprentice Experience Requirement
No prior experience is required for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Fresh candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for apprenticeship training.
SECL Apprentice Age Limit 2026
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | No Upper Limit |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| All Categories | No relaxation provided |
SECL Apprentice Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | No Fee |
SECL Apprentice Stipend 2026
| Post | Monthly Stipend |
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300/- |
| Technician Apprentice | ₹10,900/- |
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 selection process is purely merit-based. Candidates will be shortlisted based on marks obtained and date of passing. In case of tie, higher marks and earlier date of birth will be considered. Final selection will be done after document verification and medical fitness test.
SECL Apprentice Exam Pattern
There is no written examination in SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Selection is based on academic merit only.
How to Apply for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on NATS 2.0 portal.
- Visit official website www.secl-cil.in.
- Go to Apprentice section and open apply link.
- Login using registered details.
- Fill complete application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit form before last date.
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link Name | Action |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Webiste | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Download Here |
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a training program for Graduate and Technician candidates under Apprentices Act.
Q2. How many vacancies in SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Total 1600 posts are available.
Q3. What is last date for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Last date is 31 March 2026.
Q4. What is qualification for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Degree or Diploma in relevant field is required.
Q5. Is there any fee for SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is required.
Q6. What is selection process in SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on merit list and document verification.