IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026: IREL (India) Limited, a Miniratna PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released a notification for 131 posts of Tradesman Trainee in Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation, and Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP) trades.
ITI or NAC holders with 2 years’ experience can apply online on irel.co.in from 19.10.2026 to 09.11.2026. Trainees get Rs. 34,200 per month during one year of training.
About IREL (India) Limited:
IREL (India) Limited, earlier Indian Rare Earths Limited, is a Miniratna Category-I PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy. It mines and processes beach sand minerals and rare earths at its units in Odisha, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026:
| Organization Name | IREL (India) Limited |
| Post Name | Tradesman Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 131 |
| Trades | Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation, AOCP |
| Qualification | ITI / NAC in trade + 2 years experience |
| Age Limit | Up to 35 years (as on 09.11.2026) |
| Stipend in Training | Rs. 34,200 per month (1 year) |
| Experience | 2 years |
| Pay after Absorption | Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 (CTC about Rs. 6.5 lakh per year) |
| Job Location | OSCOM (Odisha), Chavara and Aluva (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), Visakhapatnam, Bhopal |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates from any state |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 09.11.2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Official Website | irel.co.in |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Openings 2026 – Details
Trade-wise and Unit-wise Vacancies
| Unit | Fitter | Electrician | Instrumentation | AOCP | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OSCOM, Chhatrapur (Odisha) | 32 | 4 | 4 | – | 40 |
| Chavara (Kerala) | 26 | 3 | – | 4 | 33 |
| Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu) | 20 | 4 | – | – | 24 |
| RED, Aluva (Kerala) | 13 | 1 | – | 11 | 25 |
| REPM, Visakhapatnam (AP) | 1 | – | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| RETTP, Bhopal (MP) | 1 | – | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 93 | 12 | 6 | 20 | 131 |
Category-wise posts for each unit are given in the official notification. About 5% posts are kept for compassionate appointment. A candidate can apply for only one unit and one trade.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Trade | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | ITI / NAC in Fitter trade | 2 years in the trade |
| Electrician | ITI / NAC in Electrician trade + valid statutory licence | 2 years in the trade |
| Instrumentation | ITI / NAC in Instrumentation trade | 2 years in the trade |
| AOCP | ITI / NAC in AOCP, or 12th Science with Chemistry (50%) | 2 years in chemical/process industry |
Apprenticeship and on-the-job training can be counted as experience. Only full time regular courses are accepted.
Who Can Apply?
- ✔ Has ITI or NAC in Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation or AOCP (or 12th Science with Chemistry 50% for AOCP)
- ✔ Has 2 years experience in the trade (apprenticeship counts)
- ✔ Electrician candidates have a valid statutory licence
- ✔ Age up to 35 years on 09.11.2026 (with relaxation)
- ✔ Ready to work in any IREL unit in India
Age Limit (as on 09.11.2026)
Upper age limit is 35 years. The maximum age after all relaxations cannot be more than 50 years.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR / OBC / SC-ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Military service + 3 years |
| Govt / PSU Regular Employees | 5 years |
| J&K Domicile (1980–1989) | 5 to 10 years |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 826 (Rs. 472 fee + Rs. 354 processing, incl. GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | Rs. 354 (processing fee only) |
Fee is paid online only and is not refundable.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Salary / Pay Scale
Under the IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment, during the one year training, Tradesman Trainees get a fixed stipend of Rs. 34,200 per month. HRA is also paid if bachelor accommodation is not given. Medical facility is given for self and family.
After successful training, trainees may be absorbed as Tradesman in W-3 grade with pay scale of Rs. 22,000 – 88,000. With IDA, HRA and other benefits, the yearly CTC is about Rs. 6.5 lakh.
Selection Process of IREL Careers:
IREL will select Tradesman Trainees in three stages. Here is how each stage works.
Stage 1 – Computer Based Test (CBT)
All eligible candidates will write a 2 hour online test in Hindi and English. It has two sections. Candidates must get minimum marks in each section: 50% for UR/EWS and 45% for SC/ST/OBC. There is no negative marking.
Stage 2 – Skill Test (Qualifying)
Candidates will be called for a trade test or computer test in the ratio of 1:5 (five candidates for one post). This test is only qualifying. Second class sleeper rail fare is paid for attending the skill test.
Stage 3 – Final Merit and Joining
The final merit list is made only on CBT marks of candidates who pass the skill test. Separate lists are made for each unit, trade and category. Selected candidates go through document verification, medical test and police verification before joining.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section I | Professional knowledge of the trade | 100 | 100 |
| Section II | General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability and English | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 | |
Time: 2 hours. No negative marking. Exam centres include Mumbai, Nagpur, Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Bhopal, Indore, Chennai, Nagercoil, Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada.
Why Apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment is a good chance for ITI holders who want a stable PSU job. The stipend of Rs. 34,200 per month during training is higher than many other PSU trainee posts.
After the training, selected candidates can be absorbed in W-3 grade with yearly CTC of about Rs. 6.5 lakh. Medical facility, PF, gratuity and pension benefits are also given as per company rules.
How to Prepare for IREL Tradesman Trainee Exam 2026?
The IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment exam gives 100 out of 150 marks to trade knowledge. So your ITI subjects should be your main focus.
- Revise your full ITI trade theory: tools, measuring instruments, safety and workshop calculations.
- For Section II, practise basic maths, reasoning and simple English grammar daily.
- Read general knowledge and current affairs of the last 6 months.
- Since there is no negative marking, attempt all 150 questions.
- Practise your trade work by hand, as the skill test must be cleared to get selected.
Documents Required for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
Keep these documents ready for the IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment skill test and joining:
- ✔ Aadhaar card
- ✔ 10th mark sheet (age proof)
- ✔ ITI / NAC certificate
- ✔ Experience certificate / appointment order / pay slips
- ✔ Electrical licence (for Electrician)
- ✔ Caste / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate (if any)
How to Apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment form is filled only online. Follow these steps:
- Visit irel.co.in and click on the Tradesman Trainee “To Register” link (from 19.10.2026).
- Register with a mobile number and e-mail, and verify both OTPs.
- Log in and fill in personal, qualification, and experience details. Choose one unit and one trade.
- Upload photo (JPG, 100–200 KB), signature (JPG, 80–150 KB), and certificates.
- Pay the fee online and submit before 09.11.2026, 6:00 PM.
- Print the application and payment receipt. Do not send the printout to IREL.
Important Points to Remember
- Apply for only one unit and one trade, otherwise the form will be rejected.
- There is no negative marking in the CBT.
- Skill test is qualifying; final merit is only on CBT marks.
- Rail fare is paid only for the skill test, not for the CBT.
- Place of posting chosen in the form cannot be changed later.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 – 131 Posts
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IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment- Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1: What is the last date for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to apply online is 09.11.2026 till 6:00 PM. The form opens on 19.10.2026.
Q2: How many posts are there in IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026?
A: There are 131 posts: Fitter 93, AOCP 20, Electrician 12 and Instrumentation 6.
Q3: What is the qualification for IREL Tradesman Trainee?
A: ITI or NAC in the trade with 2 years experience. For AOCP, 12th Science with Chemistry (50%) is also accepted.
Q4: What is the age limit?
A: Up to 35 years as on 09.11.2026. OBC get 3 years and SC/ST get 5 years relaxation.
Q5: What is the stipend and salary?
A: Rs. 34,200 per month during 1 year training. After absorption, W-3 grade pay of Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 (about Rs. 6.5 lakh CTC).
Q6: Is there negative marking in IREL CBT?
A: No, there is no negative marking.
Q7: What is the application fee?
A: Rs. 826 for UR/EWS/OBC and Rs. 354 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women.
Q8: Where are the IREL units?
A: OSCOM (Odisha), Chavara and Aluva (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), Visakhapatnam (AP) and Bhopal (MP).
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