NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 200 Posts | Stipend Rs. 15,000 | Apply by 18 November

NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026: National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released a notification for 200 Graduate Apprentice seats for 2026-27 across 14 states. It is a one-year paid apprenticeship with a stipend of Rs. 15,000 per month.

Graduates in any stream aged 21 to 30 years can apply online through the NATS portal till 18.11.2026. There is no written exam. Selection is on graduation marks.

About NICL:

National Insurance Company Limited is a public sector general insurance company owned by the Government of India. It is headquartered in Kolkata and has offices across the country.

NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026:

NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

NICL Graduate Apprentice Openings 2026 – Details

The 200 seats are spread over 14 states. You can apply for only one state.

NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Regular, full-time graduation in any discipline from a UGC/AICTE recognised university or institute. You must have the degree on or before 01.04.2026.

Who Can Apply

• ✔ Has a full-time graduate degree in any stream
• ✔ Got the degree on or before 01.04.2026
• ✔ Has a 100% complete profile on the NATS portal
• ✔ Has less than 1 year of work experience
• ✔ Is not a postgraduate
• ✔ Has not done (or is not doing) any apprenticeship before

Age Limit (as on 01.04.2026)

21 to 30 years. You must be born between 01.04.1996 and 01.04.2005 (both dates included).

Age Relaxation

NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Applications are made free of cost on the NATS portal.

NICL Graduate Apprentice Stipend / Pay Scale

Graduate Apprentices get a fixed stipend for the full 12 months of training.

No other allowance is paid. You get one day of leave per month.

Selection Process of NICL Apprentice:

The NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment has no written test and no interview.

Stage 1 – Merit List

The Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) shortlists candidates state-wise on graduation percentage (up to two decimals). If two candidates tie, the older one ranks higher.

Stage 2 – Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates get an email and must visit the NICL office with original documents. No TA/DA is paid.

Stage 3 – Contract on NATS

After verification, your apprenticeship contract is approved on the NATS portal and training starts.

Why Apply for NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment gives fresh graduates one year of paid training in a government insurance company, with no exam to clear.

It is a good start for those preparing for NICL Assistant, AO or other bank and insurance exams, as you learn how insurance offices work.

How to Prepare for NICL Graduate Apprentice Selection

There is no exam, so your graduation marks decide selection. Do these things before the last date:

• Complete your NATS profile fully. An incomplete profile is not considered.
• Enter your marks correctly in the “% of marks / CGPAx10” field.
• Choose the state where you have the best chance, as you can apply for only one.
• Keep your email active. NICL sends the shortlist call by email.

Documents Required for NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Keep these documents ready for the NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment:

• ✔ 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
• ✔ 12th marksheet
• ✔ Graduation degree and all marksheets
• ✔ CGPA conversion certificate (if marks are in CGPA)
• ✔ Caste / EWS / PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• ✔ Aadhaar card
• ✔ NATS enrolment number
• ✔ Bank passbook (Aadhaar seeded, for stipend)
• ✔ Passport-size photos

How to Apply for NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Apply only through the NATS portal:

1. Go to nats.education.gov.in.
2. New users: click Student → Regular Student → Student Registration and get your 12-digit enrolment number.
3. Log in and complete your profile 100%.
4. Click “Apply against advertised vacancies”.
5. Search for NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD (ID: EWBPNC096867) and choose your state.
6. Submit the application before 18.11.2026.

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NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment- Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: What is the last date for NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A: The last date to apply on the NATS portal is 18.11.2026.

Q2: How many seats are there?

A: 200 seats in 14 states. Assam has the most (30).

Q3: What is the stipend?

A: Rs. 15,000 per month for 12 months.

Q4: Is there an exam?

A: No. Selection is on graduation percentage, followed by document verification.

Q5: Who is eligible?

A: Graduates in any stream aged 21 to 30 years (as on 01.04.2026) with less than 1 year of work experience. Postgraduates cannot apply.

Q6: Is there an application fee?

A: The notification does not mention any fee.

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