IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026: 131 ITI & 12th Pass Vacancies, Including 58 in Kerala
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026: IREL (India) Limited, a Miniratna Category-I Government of India PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy, has issued Advertisement No. CO/HRM/36/2026 for 131 Tradesman Trainee positions in Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation and Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant/AOCP) trades. The recruitment includes 58 reported posts in Kerala—33 at Chavara, Kollam, and 25 at the Aluva/RED unit. IREL’s official careers listing confirms the closing date of 9 November 2026.
Online applications are reported to open on 19 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and close on 9 November 2026 at 6:00 PM. Successful trainees are reported to receive ₹34,200 consolidated per month for one year of training. Following successful completion and absorption into the W-3 Tradesman grade, the notified pay-scale range is reported as ₹22,000–₹88,000. Refer to the official IREL advertisement PDF and IREL Careers for final conditions.
Important source note: IREL’s official careers listing was available and confirms this exact recruitment, advertisement number and closing date. The supplied full PDF could not be rendered directly here; remaining numerical and eligibility information was cross-checked against contemporary recruitment reports. Applicants should verify it with the official document before applying.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | IREL (India) Limited |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | CO/HRM/36/2026 (Tradesman Trainee) |
| Vacancies | 131 |
| Kerala Vacancies | 58 reported: Chavara 33, Aluva 25 |
| Trades | Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation, Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) |
| Minimum qualification | Relevant ITI/NTC/NAC; for AOCP, eligible Class 12 Science with Chemistry and 50% marks |
| Experience | Generally 2 years in the relevant trade/industry; apprenticeship experience may count under prescribed conditions |
| Upper age limit | 35 years as on 9 November 2026, subject to relaxation |
| Training stipend | ₹34,200 per month consolidated |
| Post-training pay | W-3 Grade, ₹22,000–₹88,000 pay scale after absorption, subject to conditions |
| Selection | Computer Based Test and qualifying skill test, as applicable |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application opens | 19 October 2026, 10:00 AM (reported) |
| Last date | 13 November 2026, 6:00 PM (time reported; date confirmed by official careers page) |
IREL Recruitment 2026: Trade-wise Vacancy Details
| Post/Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Tradesman Trainee – Fitter | 93 |
| Tradesman Trainee – Electrician | 12 |
| Tradesman Trainee – Instrumentation | 6 |
| Tradesman Trainee – Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) | 20 |
| Total | 131 |
The recruitment covers IREL operational units in several states including Kerala, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. The reports specify Chavara (33) and Aluva (25) in Kerala. The complete unit-by-trade and reservation breakup must be checked against the full official advertisement.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Eligibility Criteria
Fitter – 93 Vacancies
ITI/NTC/NAC in the Fitter trade, along with two years’ post-qualification experience in the relevant trade at a recognised/reputed industrial establishment, under the notice’s rules.
Electrician – 12 Vacancies
ITI/NTC/NAC in Electrician, plus a valid statutory electrical licence where prescribed and two years of relevant industrial experience.
Instrumentation – 6 Vacancies
ITI/NTC/NAC in Instrumentation with two years’ relevant industrial experience, as specified by IREL.
Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant / AOCP) – 20 Vacancies
ITI/NTC/NAC in the relevant Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) trade, or Class 12 Science with Chemistry and at least 50% aggregate marks, along with two years of chemical/allied process-industry operation experience. Check the full PDF for the exact acceptable streams and certificate specifications.
Apprenticeship experience: Recruitment reporting indicates that relevant apprenticeship/on-the-job training is considered within experience under prescribed conditions. Qualification and duration must be demonstrated with certificates; applicants should not assume unrelated work experience qualifies.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The reported upper age limit is 35 years as on 9 November 2026. Relaxations include 3 years for eligible OBC-NCL candidates, 5 years for SC/ST, and category-specific PwBD or ex-servicemen relaxation as applicable. Applicants should verify detailed reservation, EWS, PwBD and departmental-candidate clauses in the official advertisement.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Salary 2026
Selected candidates are reported to receive ₹34,200 a month as a consolidated trainee stipend for one year. Upon successfully completing the training and meeting IREL’s absorption conditions, they may be placed as Tradesman (W-3) in the ₹22,000–₹88,000 pay scale with admissible benefits. The grade’s full pay range is not equivalent to the starting monthly take-home salary.
Application Fee
| Category | Reported total payable |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹826 (₹472 application fee + ₹354 processing charge, GST included) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-servicemen / Women / IREL internal candidates | ₹354 (processing fee only; application fee exempt) |
These amounts come from detailed recruitment reporting and should be checked against the official online payment page before payment. The fees are reported to be non-refundable.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Selection Process 2026
Selection is reported to involve a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by a qualifying skill test where applicable, document verification and medical/eligibility checks. The exact CBT syllabus, marks, applicable trade tests, qualifying thresholds and selection merit rules are governed by the full advertisement.
How to Apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
- Open IREL’s official careers page and find CO/HRM/36/2026 – Detailed Advertisement for Recruitment of Tradesman Trainees.
- Download and read the full IREL recruitment notification and confirm the trade qualification, licence, experience, unit vacancies and category conditions.
- Use the Apply Online registration link given on the official careers page when the application window opens.
- Complete your personal details, qualifications, unit/trade choices and relevant experience; upload all requested proof in the formats prescribed.
- Pay the online application and/or processing fee applicable to your category and submit the form before 9 November 2026.
- Save a copy of your application/acknowledgement and check IREL Careers for CBT, skill-test, admit-card and other updates.
Important: This recruitment is for Tradesman Trainee employment leading to W-3 absorption under the conditions, not the separate IREL 12-seat Chavara apprenticeship recruitment, which has a different application process.
Important Dates
| Official advertisement posted | 16 October 2026 (IREL Careers) |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | 19 October 2026, 10:00 AM (reported) |
| Closing date | 13 November 2026, 6:00 PM (time reported) |
| CBT/Skill test date | To be notified by IREL |
IREL Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Full official IREL Tradesman notification PDF | Download official notification |
|---|---|
| Online application and recruitment page | IREL- apply online |
| IREL Main Website | irel.co.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many IREL Tradesman Trainee vacancies are there in 2026?
There are 131 reported vacancies across Fitter (93), Electrician (12), Instrumentation (6) and AOCP (20).
Are IREL vacancies available in Kerala?
Yes. The reports identify 58 vacancies at two IREL Kerala units—33 at Chavara and 25 at Aluva. Check the official unit-wise vacancy table for your specific trade.
Can ITI candidates apply?
Yes, candidates with the required ITI/NTC/NAC qualification in the relevant trade plus the prescribed industrial experience may apply.
Can Class 12 Science candidates apply?
For AOCP, the reported alternatives include 12th Science with Chemistry and 50% marks plus relevant process-industry experience. This does not qualify them for all trades.
What is the maximum age?
The reported upper age limit is 35 years as on 9 November 2026, with category relaxation.
What is the stipend?
₹34,200 per month during one-year training. W-3 grade pay after absorption is separately reported as ₹22,000–₹88,000.
What is the last date to apply?
IREL’s official Careers page lists 9 November 2026 as the final date.
Is this an apprenticeship?
No. This is a Tradesman Trainee recruitment with potential absorption into the W-3 Tradesman grade upon successful completion of training, not an Apprentices Act engagement.
More Kerala ITI and PSU Jobs
Find updates at Kerala Jobs 2026 and Latest Government Jobs 2026.
Editorial verification: This article references the official IREL Careers listing for Advertisement CO/HRM/36/2026 and corroborating recruitment reports. The full source PDF was inaccessible during preparation; verify all detailed requirements, vacancy distributions, charges and times with the official PDF and any corrections. Geosial Eduland is independent of IREL (India) Limited.
