The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), a Government-owned coal mining company, has opened applications for its Apprenticeship Training Programme 2026-27. This drive offers 300 positions. These cover Engineering Graduates, Non-Engineering Graduates, and Diploma holders. The window is short — just 10 days. So let’s walk through everything you need to know, step by step.
1. Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) |
| Reference Number | CRP/HRD/V/G&D/2026/1185, dated 05.08.2026 |
| Engagement Type | Graduate (Engineering & Non-Engineering) and Diploma Apprenticeship |
| Governing Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Training Year | 2026-2027 |
| Training Duration | One year (12 months) |
| Total Slots | 300 |
| Mode of Application | Online (NATS portal + SCCL portal), followed by hard copy submission at your nearest MVTC/GVTC |
SCCL operates coal mines across Telangana and parts of Odisha. This apprenticeship gives fresh graduates and diploma holders hands-on training in a real mining and industrial environment.
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Circular release date | 5 August 2026 |
| Portal opens | 6 August 2026, 12:00 PM |
| Portal closes | 16 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age reckoning date | 31 July 2026 |
| Scrutiny completion at MVTCs | By 25 August 2026 |
| First batch selection process begins | First week of September 2026 |
Mark your calendar. This window closes fast — just 10 days from opening to closing.
3. Vacancy Details
SCCL has announced 300 total slots, split across three categories.
A. Engineering Graduates — 150 Slots
| Branch | Slots |
|---|---|
| Mining | 40 |
| EEE (Electrical & Electronics Engineering) | 35 |
| Mechanical | 35 |
| Civil | 15 |
| ECE (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 10 |
| CSE (Computer Science Engineering) | 10 |
| IT (Information Technology) | 5 |
B. Non-Engineering Graduates — 100 Slots
| Branch | Slots |
|---|---|
| B.Sc | 30 |
| BA | 25 |
| B.Com | 25 |
| B.Pharmacy | 10 |
| BBA | 5 |
| BCA | 5 |
C. Diploma Holders — 50 Slots
| Branch | Slots |
|---|---|
| Mining | 20 |
| Mechanical | 10 |
| Civil | 10 |
| EEE | 10 |
One thing to note: these slots are tentative. SCCL may shift them between branches, based on how many applications each branch receives.
4. Eligibility Criteria
Let’s keep this simple. Here’s what you need:
Passing Year: You must have passed your qualifying exam in one of these five years — 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026. Passed earlier than that? You won’t be considered.
Age Limit (as on 31 July 2026):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 28 years
- SC, ST, and BC candidates get a 5-year relaxation. That takes their upper limit to 33 years.
Qualification: A Degree (Engineering or Non-Engineering) or Diploma in the relevant branch you’re applying for.
Bank Account Requirement: You need an account with Union Bank of India (UBI), specifically at one of SCCL’s listed salary-disbursing branches. This account must be Aadhaar-linked and DBT-enabled. Why? Because half your stipend comes directly from the government through this route.
5. Selection Process
Here’s how SCCL picks candidates — and it’s simpler than most exams.
No written test. No interview. Selection runs on:
- Inter-seniority by passing year. Candidates who passed earlier get priority.
- Merit within that year. Among candidates from the same passing year, marks decide the order.
Priority groups: SCCL gives preference to two groups first:
- Children of current or retired SCCL employees
- PAF/PDF candidates (Project Affected Family/Project Displaced Family)
Reservations: Local, Caste, and EWS reservations apply, following SCCL’s existing policy. If a reserved slot doesn’t get filled, it moves to the open category.
A small bonus: SCCL says it prefers candidates who know AI, computer systems, MS Office, and MS Excel. Worth mentioning these skills if you have them.
The first batch selection process starts in the first week of September 2026, after MVTC scrutiny wraps up.
6. Stipend Structure
Here’s what you’ll earn during training:
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Engineering & Non-Engineering Graduates | ₹12,300 |
| Diploma Holders | ₹10,900 |
This isn’t paid entirely by SCCL. It’s a 50-50 split:
- 50% comes from SCCL directly
- 50% comes from BOAT (Board of Apprenticeship Training, Southern Region) and NATS, under the Ministry of Education, Government of India
Both portions land in your Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). That’s why the UBI account requirement matters so much.
A few more points to know:
- Training runs for exactly 12 months. It ends automatically after that.
- You’ll need 240 musters attendance to receive your Apprenticeship Certificate.
- Stay away for more than 20 consecutive days, or 40 days total, and your training gets terminated — no advance warning given.
- This apprenticeship does not guarantee a job at SCCL afterward. There’s no quota or preference for apprentices in regular hiring.
- No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) is given for joining.
- You’ll also need to enrol in a group accidental insurance policy through Union Bank of India. The premium costs approximately ₹750 for the full training year.
7. Application Fee
Good news here — there’s no registration fee. Whether you apply on the SCCL web portal or submit your hard copy at the MVTC counter, it’s completely free.
8. How to Apply
This is a two-step process. Follow it carefully, since missing a step means your application won’t count.
Step 1: Register on the NATS Portal
- Go to nats.education.gov.in (this is NATS 2.0).
- Fill in your details and upload the required certificate copies.
- You’ll receive a Registration Number. Save this — you’ll need it later.
Step 2: Apply on the SCCL Portal
- Visit scclmines.com/apprenticeship.
- Read the terms and conditions carefully before you begin.
- Fill in all required fields.
- Upload your recent photo in JPEG format.
- Upload these four documents in PDF format only (50 KB to 250 KB each):
- SSC certificate
- Graduate/Diploma Certificate (Provisional Certificate + Consolidated Marks Memo)
- Reservation certificate (only if you belong to SC/ST/BC/EWS categories)
- SCCL Employee Children or PAF/PDF proof (only if applicable)
- Upload a scanned photo, sized 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, with your signature at the bottom (10 KB to 50 KB).
Step 3: Submit Hard Copy at Your Nearest MVTC
After completing both online steps, print your application and submit it — along with the required documents — at your nearest Mines/Group Vocational Training Centre (MVTC/GVTC). This must happen between 6 August and 16 August 2026.
Carry these documents in hard copy:
- One passport-size photograph (signed)
- Printout of your signed SCCL portal application
- Printout of your NATS registration form
- Local certificate (only for candidates applying under the “Others” category)
- Photocopy of your Aadhaar card
- EPR view and Employee ID card, or PAF certificate (only if applicable)
Important: if you skip this hard-copy submission, your application won’t appear in the received list. That means it won’t be considered — even if you completed the online steps.
A few application rules worth knowing:
- Use the same email ID and mobile number on both the NATS portal and the SCCL portal. Don’t change or forget them until your selection process finishes.
- Your name, parents’ names, date of birth, and passing year must match exactly across your SSC certificate, Aadhaar card, and Degree/Diploma certificate. A mismatch can get your application rejected.
- Married women candidates: your surname on Aadhaar and NATS must match your SSC certificate surname. If it doesn’t, your application won’t be accepted.
- Choose your area posting preference carefully — Option 1, Option 2, Option 3, and so on. Final posting depends on available vacancies and your preferences. (Exception: candidates applying at MVTC Naini get posted at Naini Area, regardless of preference.)
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total slots are there in SCCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
300 slots — 150 for Engineering Graduates, 100 for Non-Engineering Graduates, and 50 for Diploma holders.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The portal closes on 16 August 2026 at 5:00 PM. It opened on 6 August 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit for this apprenticeship?
18 to 28 years, as on 31 July 2026. SC, ST, and BC candidates get a 5-year relaxation, taking their limit to 33 years.
Q4. Is there a written exam for selection?
No. Selection is based on your passing year (inter-seniority) and merit within that year — there’s no written test or interview.
Q5. What stipend will apprentices receive?
₹12,300 per month for Engineering and Non-Engineering Graduates, and ₹10,900 per month for Diploma holders. Half comes from SCCL, and half from BOAT/NATS.
Q6. Is there an application fee?
No. Applying on the SCCL portal, and submitting your hard copy at the MVTC, is completely free.
Q7. Do I need a specific bank account to apply?
Yes. You need an Aadhaar-linked, DBT-enabled account with Union Bank of India, at one of SCCL’s listed salary-disbursing branches.
Q8. Does this apprenticeship guarantee a job at SCCL?
No. SCCL has clearly stated this offer doesn’t confer any right to employment. There’s no quota or preference for apprentices in later job hiring.
Q9. What happens if I don’t submit my hard copy application at the MVTC?
Your application won’t appear in the received list, and you won’t be considered — even if you completed the online steps.
Q10. Who gets priority in selection?
Children of SCCL/retired SCCL employees, and PAF/PDF candidates, get priority. After that, selection follows inter-seniority and merit.
10. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Circular & Annexure – SCCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 | Download PDF |
| NATS Registration Portal (Step 1) | nats.education.gov.in |
| SCCL Apprenticeship Portal (Step 2) | scclmines.com/apprenticeship |
Read the complete circular before applying. Complete both online steps, then submit your hard copy at your nearest MVTC/GVTC within the window — missing this step means your application won’t count, no matter how carefully you filled the online form.
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