IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026: IREL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released an official notification (Advt. No. CO/HRM/36/2026) for the recruitment of Tradesman Trainees on a regular basis. A total of 131 vacancies are open across key trades, including Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation, and Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP). Candidates will undergo one year of training with a monthly stipend before being absorbed into the regular W-3 grade. Applications must be submitted online through the official IREL recruitment portal.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organization | IREL (India) Limited |
| Recruitment Name | IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Tradesman Trainee (Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation, AOCP) |
| Total Vacancies | 131 |
| Job Location | Units across Odisha, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Skill Test (Trade/Computer Proficiency Test) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Stipend: Rs. 34,200/month during training; Regular Scale: Rs. 22,000–88,000/- (W-3 Grade, Approx. CTC Rs. 6.5 Lakhs/year) |
| Official Website | http://www.irel.co.in |
| Last Date | 13.11.2026 (18:00 HRS) |
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Vacancy Details of IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment
Candidates can apply for only one post/discipline at a single unit/location. Applying for more than one trade or location will lead to rejection.
| Name of Post | OSCOM, Chhatarpur (Odisha) | Chavara (Kerala) | Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu) | RED, Aluva (Kerala) | REPM, Vishakhapatnam (AP) | RETTP, Bhopal (MP) | Total Vacancies |
| Tradesman Trainee (Fitter) | 32 | 26 | 20 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 93 |
| Tradesman Trainee (Electrician) | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | — | — | 12 |
| Tradesman Trainee (Instrumentation) | 4 | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Tradesman Trainee (AOCP) | — | 4 | — | 11 | 3 | 2 | 20 |
| Total | 40 | 33 | 24 | 25 | 5 | 4 | 131 |
Eligibility Criteria for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment
Educational Qualification
- Tradesman Trainee (Fitter): ITI / NAC in Fitter trade.
- Tradesman Trainee (Electrician): ITI / NAC in Electrician trade with an essential valid statutory licence.
- Tradesman Trainee (Instrumentation): ITI / NAC in Instrumentation trade.
- Tradesman Trainee (AOCP): ITI / NAC in Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), or +2 Science (Intermediate / Higher Secondary) with Chemistry as one of the subjects and at least 50% marks in aggregate.
- For IREL Internal Candidates: SSC with 4 years of experience in the relevant trade/operation.
All courses must be full-time/regular and recognized by the State/Central Government, UGC, or AICTE.
Experience Requirements
- Fitter, Electrician, & Instrumentation: 2 years of experience in the relevant trade in a reputed industrial establishment (including on-the-job training or apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961).
- AOCP: 2 years of experience in the operation of chemical and allied process industries (including apprenticeship training).
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 35 years as on 13.11.2026. After all applicable relaxations, the maximum age cannot exceed 50 years.
- OBC (NCL): Relaxation of 3 years
- SC / ST: Relaxation of 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Military service period plus 3 years
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years (Note: Notification states no advertised post is suitable for PwBD candidates due to the nature of the job)
- Regular Employees of Govt./PSUs: 5 years
- IREL Internal Candidates: 10 years
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Application Start Date | 24.10.2026 (10:00 HRS) |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 13.11.2026 (18:00 HRS) |
| Exam Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Admit Card Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Result Date | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
| UR / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 472/- | Rs. 354/- | Rs. 826/- (inclusive of GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women / Internal | Exempted | Rs. 354/- | Rs. 354/- (inclusive of GST) |
Fees are non-refundable and must be remitted online using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Wallets.
How to Apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment
- Visit the official IREL website at http://www.irel.co.in and open the recruitment portal.
- Read Advertisement No. CO/HRM/36/2026 carefully before proceeding.
- Complete Step-I (Registration) by entering your basic personal and contact details, and verify both mobile number and email via separate OTPs.
- Log in using your generated Application Sequence Number (User ID) and password.
- Fill out the full application form, covering personal, communication, and qualification details.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, 100–200 KB), signature in black ink (80–150 KB), and valid category/service certificates in JPG/JPEG format.
- Preview the completed application form to confirm all details, as changes cannot be made after final submission.
- Pay the applicable fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Download and print the submitted application form and payment acknowledgement slip for future reference. Do not send physical copies to IREL by post.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification | Get Details |
| Official Website | Get Details |
FAQs on IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment
What is the last date to submit the online application?
The closing date for online applications and fee payment is 13.11.2026 at 18:00 HRS.
How many total vacancies are announced under this recruitment?
A total of 131 Tradesman Trainee posts are available across various units of IREL.
What is the stipend during the training period?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 34,200/- during the 1-year training period.
Can an applicant apply for multiple trades or units?
No. Candidates are strictly permitted to apply for only one post/discipline at a single unit or location. Multiple applications for different posts will be rejected.
What is the structure of the written examination?
The Computer Based Test (CBT) lasts 2 hours and features 150 multiple-choice questions: 100 questions on trade-specific professional knowledge and 50 questions covering General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and English. There is no negative marking.
