HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online by 8 June

HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online by 8 June | 14 ITI Vacancies, ₹10,560 Stipend

Last date to Apply 08 June 2026

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Introduction - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL), a Government of India Enterprise located at Ambalamugal, Kochi, invites online applications from ITI holders (passed in 2022–2026) for Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The program offers practical training across multiple trades with a fixed stipend and duration of one year.

This recruitment provides opportunities in six trades including Fitter, Machinist, Welder, Mechanic Diesel, Electrician, and Instrument Mechanic. Candidates will be selected based on academic performance, certificate verification, and skill/written tests. The training ensures exposure to industrial practices, but does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.

Job Overview - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Requirement	Details
Recruiting Body	Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL)
Advertisement No.	822996226/2026
Total Vacancies	14 (Fitter-9, Machinist-1, Welder-1, Mechanic Diesel-1, Electrician-1, Instrument Mechanic-1)
Post	Trade Apprentice (ITI)
Nature of Recruitment	Apprenticeship Training under Apprentices Act, 1961
Job Type & Location	Apprenticeship, Kochi (Ambalamugal, Ernakulam District, Kerala)
Application Deadlines	Start: 26 May 2026 \| End: 08 June 2026
Eligibility	ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT), 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
Age Limit	Above 18 years as on 01.01.2026
Salary Structure	₹10,560 per month (fixed stipend)
Selection Process	Shortlisting based on ITI marks → Certificate Verification → Written/Skill Test → Interview
Reservation Rules	UR-7, SC-1, OBC-5, EWS-1 (as per Govt. of India directives)
Application Fee	NIL
Documents Required	ITI Certificate, Govt. ID Proof, Bank Passbook, Photo, Resume, Caste/Disability/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
Exam Centres	Kochi, Kerala (details notified later)
Official Website	www.hoclindia.com
Submission Mode	Online only via NAPS portal → Apply (Establishment Code: E07203200009)

Important Dates - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Application Start	26 May 2026
Application End	08 June 2026
Exam / Skill Test	To be notified

Vacancy Details - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Trade	Vacancies	Reservation (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
Fitter	9	UR-4, SC-1, OBC-3, EWS-1
Machinist	1	UR-1
Welder	1	UR-1
Mechanic Diesel	1	UR-1
Electrician	1	OBC-1
Instrument Mechanic	1	OBC-1
Total	14	UR-7, SC-1, OBC-5, EWS-1

Application Fee - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Category	Fee
All Categories	NIL

Important Links - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Link	Description
Notification PDF	Official recruitment notification
HOCL Careers	Official website careers page
Apply Online	Apply via NAPS portal (Establishment Code: E07203200009)
Join WhatsApp	Get instant updates via WhatsApp channel
Join Telegram	Get instant updates via Telegram channel

Salary Structure - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Trade	Stipend	Duration
All Trades	₹10,560 per month	1 Year

Eligibility Criteria - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Requirement	Details
Age	Above 18 years as on 01.01.2026
Education	ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)
Marks	60% minimum (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)

Documents Required - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

ITI Certificate
Government ID Proof
Bank Passbook
Photograph
Resume
Caste/Disability/EWS Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Visit apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
Enroll as Candidate (if not already registered)
Login with User ID & Password
Search Establishment: “Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited” (Code: E07203200009)
Select Trade and Click Apply
Upload required documents

Selection Procedure - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Selection will be based on ITI marks, certificate verification, and Written/Skill Test/Interview. Final merit list will consider reservation rules and medical fitness.

Exam Pattern - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Stage	Details
Certificate Verification	Original documents required
Written Test	Trade-related questions based on ITI syllabus
Skill Test	Practical assessment of trade skills
Interview	Final interaction to assess suitability

Job Location - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Ambalamugal P.O., Ernakulam District, Kochi, Kerala – 682302

FAQs - HOCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. What is the stipend for HOCL Trade Apprentices?

The monthly stipend is ₹10,560 for all trades.

2. How long is the apprenticeship training?

The training duration is 1 year.

3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application is 08 June 2026.

4. Is there any application fee?

No, the application fee is NIL for all categories.

5. How can I apply for HOCL Apprenticeship?

Apply online via Apprenticeship India Portal using Establishment Code E07203200009.

6. Which trades are available?

Fitter, Machinist, Welder, Mechanic Diesel, Electrician, Instrument Mechanic.

7. What is the minimum educational qualification?

ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).

8. What is the age limit?

Candidates must be above 18 years as on 01 January 2026.

9. Will HOCL provide permanent jobs after apprenticeship?

No, completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment.

10. What is the selection procedure?

Selection is based on ITI marks, certificate verification, written/skill test, and interview.

11. Where is the job location?

Ambalamugal P.O., Ernakulam District, Kochi, Kerala – 682302.

12. How will candidates be informed about updates?

Updates will be published on HOCL’s website and via email. No postal communication will be sent.