NICL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 200 Graduate Apprentice Posts
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India Undertaking, has invited applications for the engagement of 200 Graduate Apprentices under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) and the Apprentices Act, 1961.
The apprenticeship offers graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience with NICL for a period of 12 months, with a monthly stipend of ₹15,000.
NICL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Insurance Company Limited |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Seats | 200 |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 12 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000 |
| Scheme | National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 21–30 years |
| Application Start Date | 04 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Selection | Merit-based shortlisting + Document Verification |
| Application Mode | Online |
State-wise Apprentice Vacancies
The notification provides 200 provisional seats across the following states:
- Assam – 30
- Jharkhand – 10
- Chhattisgarh – 20
- Gujarat – 22
- Karnataka – 10
- Kerala – 10
- Madhya Pradesh – 12
- Maharashtra – 10
- Rajasthan – 20
- Uttar Pradesh – 14
- Uttarakhand – 10
- West Bengal – 10
- Punjab – 12
- Tamil Nadu – 10
Candidates can apply for engagement in one state only, and NICL may allot a district within the selected state according to administrative requirements. The number of seats is provisional and may change according to the company’s actual requirement.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed a Regular Full-Time Graduation in any discipline from a University/Institution recognized by AICTE, DOTE or UGC.
The candidate must have appeared for the examination, passed it and possessed the degree certificate as on 01 April 2026.
Candidates must also have a 100% complete profile on the NATS portal to apply.
Age Limit
As on 01 April 2026:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Candidates must have been born between 01 April 1996 and 01 April 2005, both dates inclusive.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
- PwBD (General/EWS) – 10 years
- PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years
- PwBD (OBC) – 13 years
Who Is Not Eligible?
Candidates will not be eligible in circumstances including:
- Already having completed a Post-Graduate Degree or Integrated Postgraduate Course
- Graduation from an institution not approved by AICTE/DOTE/UGC
- Having one year or more of work experience in Government, Government Undertaking or Private Organization as on 01 April 2026
- Having previously undergone apprenticeship training with NICL or another organization
- Currently pursuing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961
Candidates who do not satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions may be disqualified at any stage.
Selection Process
The Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) will shortlist candidates from the online applications submitted through the NATS portal.
Shortlisting will primarily be based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying Graduate Degree Examination, subject to fulfillment of all eligibility conditions.
Where marks are given as CGPA/OGPA/GPA, candidates must convert them into percentage according to their university’s prescribed formula.
If candidates have the same percentage, the older candidate will receive the higher position in the merit list.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed through their registered email IDs and will be required to appear for document verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 04 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 18 November 2026 |
| Document Verification | Call letter to be sent through registered email |
How to Apply
Candidates must complete the required registration/profile process on the NATS portal.
Candidates already registered on NATS should:
- Login using their email ID and password.
- Select “Apply against advertised vacancies.”
- Search for “NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD.”
- Click Apply.
First-time NATS users must complete the student registration process and obtain their NATS Enrollment Number before applying.
Candidates are specifically advised to enter their graduation percentage correctly. If the percentage of marks is not furnished, the candidature will not be considered.
Documents Required
Candidates should ensure that their NATS profile contains the required documents, including:
- Degree Certificate
- Provisional Certificate
- Consolidated Mark Sheet
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Passbook in the candidate’s name
- Latest Passport-size Photograph
Stipend
The total monthly stipend is ₹15,000.
According to the notification:
- NICL will pay ₹8,850 per month into the apprentice’s account.
- Government share of ₹6,150 will be credited directly through DBT, subject to applicable guidelines.
Apprentices are not eligible for other allowances/benefits applicable to NICL employees.
Important Note
This is an apprenticeship engagement, not regular employment with NICL. The apprentice will not be treated as an employee of National Insurance Company Limited.
NICL has no obligation to offer regular employment during or after completion of the apprenticeship. The contract ends after the one-year apprenticeship period.
Official NATS Portal: nats.education.gov.in
Last Date: 18 November 2026
Official Notification : PDF
Apply Before 18 November 2026
Eligible graduates interested in gaining apprenticeship experience with National Insurance Company Limited should complete their NATS registration and application well before the deadline.
Candidates should rely only on the official notification and official application channels and beware of touts or unofficial recruitment agents. The notification specifically warns candidates against unauthorized organizations or individuals claiming to coordinate the process.
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