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UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 91 Posts | ITI, Diploma & Graduate | Apply by 9 May 2026 | Tummalapalle
Advt. No. 01/2026 • UCIL (Govt. of India Enterprise) • Tummalapalle, AP • Closing 9 May 2026

UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 91 Seats — ITI (48) + Diploma (30) + Graduate (13) • Tummalapalle, Andhra Pradesh • Apply Online 10 April–9 May 2026

Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) — a Government of India Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy — has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 inviting applications for 91 apprenticeship training seats at its Tummalapalle unit, YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. Three categories are open: ITI Trade Apprentice (48 seats), Technician Diploma Apprentice (30 seats), and Graduate Apprentice (13 seats). Training is under The Apprentices Act, 1961. Selection is purely merit-based on academic percentage — no interview. Apply via government portals apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (ITI) or nats.education.gov.in (Diploma/Graduate) on or before 9 May 2026.

UCIL — Govt. of India / DAE
📌 91 Total Seats
📍 Tummalapalle, YSR Kadapa, AP
📅 Apply: 10 April–9 May 2026
🎂 Age: 18–25 Years
💰 Stipend: As per Apprenticeship Act
💸 Fee: NIL
No Interview — Merit Based
📌
91
Total Seats
🔧
48
ITI Seats
📋
30
Diploma Seats
🎓
13
Graduate Seats
📅
9 May
Last Date
DAE/GOI
Under Dept.
01
Recruitment Overview
Verified from official Advt. No. 01/2026 — UCIL — uraniumcorp.in — April 2026
ParticularsDetails
OrganisationUranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) — A Government of India Enterprise under Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
Advertisement No.01/2026
ProgrammeApprenticeship Training under The Apprentices Act, 1961 read with Apprenticeship Rules, 1992
UnitTummalapalle unit of UCIL — PO: Mabbuchintalapalle, Dist: YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh – 516349
Total Seats91 — ITI Trade Apprentices (48) + Technician Diploma Apprentices (30) + Graduate Apprentices (13)
Application Opens10 April 2026
Application Closes9 May 2026
Application ModeOnline only — apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (ITI) | nats.education.gov.in (Diploma & Graduate)
Application FeeNIL — No application fee mentioned in notification
Age LimitMinimum 18 years — Maximum 25 years as on 9 May 2026
StipendAs prescribed under Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 and Apprenticeship Rules 1992/2019/2025
Selection ProcessMerit-based — percentage of marks in qualifying examination — No interview
Preference Order1st: Land Displaced Persons (LDP) → 2nd: Project Affected Families within 5 km → 3rd: UCIL Employee Wards
Employment After TrainingNOT obligatory — No guarantee of employment after completion of apprenticeship
TA/DA / AccommodationNOT provided — candidates must arrange their own travel and stay
Result PublishedOn UCIL website uraniumcorp.in
Contact Emailucil.apprentice@uraniumcorp.in
Official Websiteuraniumcorp.in
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About UCIL & Tummalapalle Unit
India's nuclear fuel supply chain — Department of Atomic Energy — Andhra Pradesh uranium mine

Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) is a public sector undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India. Established in 1967, UCIL is responsible for mining and processing uranium ore to produce uranium concentrate — the critical feedstock for India's nuclear power programme. The Tummalapalle Uranium Mine in YSR Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, is one of the largest uranium deposits discovered in India and is a flagship operational unit of UCIL. Gaining apprenticeship experience at UCIL Tummalapalle provides hands-on exposure to the nuclear fuel cycle in a highly specialised technical environment — experience that holds significant value for candidates targeting DAE, NPCIL, BARC, and other nuclear sector careers.

FactDetails
Full NameUranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL)
Established1967
Ministry / Dept.Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India
Primary FunctionMining, processing, and production of uranium concentrate for India's nuclear fuel programme
Tummalapalle Unit LocationTummalapalle, PO: Mabbuchintalapalle, District YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh – 516349
SignificanceOne of India's largest known uranium deposits — strategic national asset
Official Websiteuraniumcorp.in
Contact Number08588-294424
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Important Dates
29-day application window — apply early — previous applications not valid
📣Advertisement Published — Advt. No. 01/2026 at uraniumcorp.in9 April 2026
🟢Online Registration Opens
ITI → apprenticeshipindia.gov.in  |  Diploma & Graduate → nats.education.gov.in
10 April 2026
🚫Last Date to Submit Online Application
Applications after this date will NOT be considered — all previous applications also invalid
9 May 2026
🖊Last Date to Send LDP/Employees Ward Hard Copy to UCIL Tummalapalle
Land Displaced Person and Employee Ward certificates must reach Personnel Section by post
9 May 2026
📊Provisional Merit List Published at uraniumcorp.inAfter closing date
📄Selected Candidates Informed via Registered EmailAfter result publication
💪Document Verification (Original Certificates) at time of JoiningAt UCIL Tummalapalle
Important: All applications uploaded BEFORE the publication date of this advertisement (9 April 2026) will NOT be considered. Fresh applications must be submitted on or after 10 April 2026. Previous applicants must apply again.
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Complete Vacancy Details — All 3 Categories
91 total seats across ITI (48), Diploma (30) and Graduate (13) at UCIL Tummalapalle, AP
48
🔧 Ex-ITI One Year Trade Apprentices
10th/Matriculation + NCVT ITI in respective trade — 8 trades
S.No.TradeEligible CourseSeats
01Mate (Mines)10th / Matriculation Examination15
02FitterITI (Fitter)10
03ElectricianITI (Electrician)10
04Welder (Gas & Electric)ITI (Welder — Gas & Electric)04
05Turner / MachinistITI (Turner / Machinist)03
06Mechanic Diesel / Mechanic MVITI (Mechanic Diesel)04
07CarpenterITI (Carpenter)01
08PlumberITI (Plumber)01
ITI Total48
Apply via: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS Portal) | Note: Mate (Mines) requires only 10th/Matriculation — no ITI needed
30
📋 Technician (Diploma) Apprentices
3-year full-time Polytechnic Diploma in relevant branch — 4 disciplines
S.No.Trade / DisciplineEligible CourseSeats
01MiningDiploma (Mining Engineering)15
02CivilDiploma (Civil Engineering)05
03MechanicalDiploma (Mechanical Engineering)05
04ElectricalDiploma (Electrical Engineering)05
Diploma Total30
Apply via: nats.education.gov.in (NATS Portal) | Mining has the highest seats (15) — key discipline for UCIL operations
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🎓 Graduate Apprentices
B.E./B.Tech, B.A./BBA, or B.Com — 6 disciplines
S.No.Trade / DisciplineEligible CourseSeats
01MiningB.E. / B.Tech (Mining Engineering)02
02CivilB.E. / B.Tech (Civil Engineering)02
03MechanicalB.E. / B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)02
04ElectricalB.E. / B.Tech (Electrical Engineering)02
05Administration / PurchaseB.A. / BBA from recognised University03
06FinanceB.Com (Candidates pursuing CMA Intermediate shall be given preference)02
Graduate Total13
Apply via: nats.education.gov.in (NATS Portal) | Finance applicants with CMA Intermediate get preference
📌 Key Vacancy Notes
  • All 91 seats are for UCIL Tummalapalle unit only — YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh
  • Mate (Mines) — 15 seats: Unique trade requiring only 10th/Matriculation — no ITI required. Largest ITI category seat count. Ideal for Class 10 pass candidates.
  • Mining Diploma — 15 seats: Largest Diploma category. UCIL's core mining operations make Mining Diploma the most in-demand qualification.
  • Finance Graduate — B.Com with CMA Intermediate preference: B.Com graduates enrolled in or having passed CMA (Cost Management Accounting) Intermediate will be preferred over plain B.Com candidates
  • Reservation for SC/ST, EWS, OBC (NCL) and Physically Handicapped as per Government of India guidelines
  • If seats in any trade remain unfilled, UCIL may divert them to other trades at management's discretion
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Eligibility Criteria
Qualification + Age + Prior apprenticeship conditions — all must be met as on 9 May 2026
CriteriaDetails
ITI Trade Apprentice10th / Matriculation pass + NCVT-certified ITI in respective trade.
Mate (Mines) exception: Only 10th/Matriculation required — no ITI needed.
Diploma ApprenticeFull-time 3-year Polytechnic Diploma in the relevant engineering branch (Mining/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical)
Graduate Apprentice (Engg.)B.E. / B.Tech in relevant branch (Mining/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) from recognised University/Institution
Graduate Apprentice (Admin/Purchase)B.A. or BBA from a recognised University
Graduate Apprentice (Finance)B.Com from a recognised University. Candidates pursuing CMA Intermediate course shall be given preference.
Age LimitMinimum 18 years — Maximum 25 years as on 9 May 2026. Relaxation for SC/ST, OBC (NCL), PwBD as per Govt. of India guidelines.
Previous ApprenticeshipCandidates who have already undergone OR are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under Apprentices Act, 1961 in any Govt./Public Sector/Private industrial organisation are NOT eligible
Result Awaited CandidatesCandidates awaiting their marksheet/certificates are NOT eligible. All results must be declared before applying.
Marksheet RequiredMust upload all marksheets (not just passing certificate). Merely a passing certificate will not be accepted — percentage marks must be visible
Complete CertificatesAll marksheets and certificates must be uploaded. Incomplete applications are summarily rejected without notice
🚫 Disqualification Conditions — Must Read
  • Currently undergoing any apprenticeship: Even if you are midway through apprenticeship at another organisation, you are ineligible
  • Result awaited: Your final marksheet must be in hand before applying
  • Only passing certificate uploaded: Certificate without marks/percentage = application rejected
  • Incomplete application: Missing any document = summarily rejected without any communication
  • False information: Candidature liable for cancellation at any stage — even during training
  • Previous applications (before 9 April 2026): All older applications invalid. Must apply fresh through this advertisement.
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Age Limit & Relaxation
18–25 years as on 9 May 2026 — as per Government of India guidelines
CategoryMaximum AgeRelaxation
General / Unreserved (UR)25 YearsNil
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)28 Years+3 Years
SC / ST30 Years+5 Years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)As per Govt. of India guidelinesAdditional relaxation
Minimum age: 18 years for all categories. Age calculated as on closing date 9 May 2026. Exact relaxation norms as per Government of India apprenticeship guidelines — verify from uraniumcorp.in for latest rules.
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Stipend During Training
As per Apprentices Act/Rules — government-prescribed rates — 1-year training duration
🔧
ITI Apprentice
As per Govt. Norms
Approx. ₹7,000–₹8,000/month
(per 2025 Apprenticeship Rules)
📋
Diploma Apprentice
As per Govt. Norms
Approx. ₹8,000–₹9,000/month
(per 2025 Apprenticeship Rules)
🎓
Graduate Apprentice
As per Govt. Norms
Approx. ₹9,000–₹10,000/month
(per 2025 Apprenticeship Rules)
🚫 No Employment After Training — Mandatory Disclaimer

The official notification explicitly states: "As per The Apprentices Act, 1961, it shall NOT be obligatory for UCIL to employ Apprentices on completion of training. There are no provisions for providing direct employment in UCIL on completion of apprenticeship training." Additionally, no TA/DA or accommodation will be provided to candidates called for certificate verification or coming to the training location. Candidates must make their own travel and stay arrangements at Tummalapalle, YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh.

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Special Preference Categories
LDP → PAF/PAP → Employee Wards — preference in selection among equally eligible candidates
1st

🏠 Land Displaced Persons (LDP)

Candidates whose land/property was acquired for UCIL Tummalapalle operations. Must submit a Land Acquisition Certificate issued by the competent authority. Hard copy of the LDP Certificate must be sent by post to Personnel Section, UCIL Tummalapalle on or before 9 May 2026. Aadhaar Card of the Land Displaced Person must also accompany the application.

2nd

📍 Project Affected Families / PAP (within 5 km)

Candidates from families residing within 5 km radius of UCIL Tummalapalle unit under the R&R (Rehabilitation & Resettlement) Policy as Project Affected Persons. Must produce certificate from Competent Authority. Applicant and parent/guardian must sign the PAP Certificate. Documents: Residential proof + Aadhaar Card.

3rd

💼 UCIL Employee Wards

Wards (sons/daughters) of employees currently working in any unit of UCIL. The employee must submit the Employees Ward Certificate (format provided in official notification) along with a self-attested copy of their UCIL Identity Card. Hard copy must reach Personnel Section, UCIL Tummalapalle by post on or before 9 May 2026.

⚠ Preference Notes
  • Preference applies when candidates are otherwise equally eligible — all candidates still compete on merit basis within their preference category
  • LDP and Employee Ward candidates must send hard copy documents by post to UCIL Personnel Section, Tummalapalle — before 9 May 2026. Online application alone is not sufficient for these categories.
  • PAP candidates must also bring originals at time of document verification during joining
  • Normal (non-preference) candidates with high merit can still get selected if preference category seats are insufficient or less competitive
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How to Apply Online — Two Portals
ITI → NAPS Portal | Diploma & Graduate → NATS Portal — closes 9 May 2026
ITI Trade Apprentice — NAPS Portal

🔧 For ITI Apprentices

All 8 ITI trades including Mate (Mines), Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner, Mech. Diesel, Carpenter, Plumber
🔗 apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
Diploma & Graduate — NATS Portal

🎓 For Diploma & Graduate Apprentices

Diploma (Mining/Civil/Mech/Electrical) and Graduate (B.E./B.Tech/B.A./BBA/B.Com)
🔗 nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
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Register on the Correct Portal

For ITI trades: go to apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and click the Registration Tab. For Diploma and Graduate apprenticeship: go to nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php. Complete registration — a confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address with an activation link (e.g., Registration Number: A000000000). Click the link to activate your account.

2

Login & Complete Your Profile

After activation, login with your credentials and complete your full profile — personal details, educational qualification details, category, and contact information. Ensure all academic details are accurate — percentage of marks determines your merit rank. Do NOT enter false information — any discrepancy found at document verification leads to cancellation of candidature.

3

Upload All Required Documents

Upload scanned copies of all the following: [a] Matriculation certificate & ALL marksheets (not just passing certificate — marks must be visible), [b] Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL only), [c] EWS Certificate, [d] Disability/Medical Certificate (PwBD only), [e] Photograph & Signature, [f] Aadhaar Card & PAN Card, [g] Aadhaar-linked bank account proof, [h] Land Acquisition Certificate / PAF proof / UCIL Employee ID (if claiming preference).

4

Select Apprenticeship Opportunity — UCIL Tummalapalle

After completing your profile, click on the "Apprenticeship Opportunities" tab/section. Search for and select your desired trade. Then select the establishment: Uranium Corporation of India Limited, Tummalapalle, Andhra Pradesh. Complete the application before 9 May 2026. You can apply for only ONE trade — choose the one you are most qualified and desirous for.

5

Send Hard Copy (LDP/Employee Ward Candidates Only)

If you are claiming LDP (Land Displaced Person) or Employee Ward preference, additionally send the relevant hard copy certificate by post to: Personnel Section, Uranium Corporation of India Limited, Tummalapalle, PO: Mabbuchintalapalle, Dist: YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh – 516349. This must reach by 9 May 2026. Online application alone is insufficient for preference categories.

6

Monitor uraniumcorp.in for Result

After 9 May 2026, regularly check uraniumcorp.in for the provisional merit list. No separate communication will be made — result is published only on the UCIL website. Selected candidates will also be informed via their registered email ID. Keep your email active throughout.

No offline applications — NAPS/NATS portal only Upload ALL marksheets — not just passing cert One trade application only Result at uraniumcorp.in
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Selection Process — Merit Based
No interview — shortlisting by academic percentage — physical verification of originals at joining
StageDetails
Stage 1 — Online Application ScreeningAll applications submitted through NAPS/NATS portals between 10 April–9 May 2026 are screened for eligibility. Incomplete applications, applications with missing documents, and applications without marksheets are rejected without communication.
Stage 2 — Merit List PreparationA provisional merit list is prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained in the respective qualifying examination (10th for Mate Mines, ITI for trade apprentices, Diploma for technician apprentices, Degree for graduate apprentices). Applications with false/incorrect information are disqualified.
Stage 3 — Result PublicationProvisional merit list published on uraniumcorp.in. No correspondence will be made. Selected candidates also informed via registered email. No interview is conducted at any stage.
Stage 4 — Original Document Verification at JoiningSelected candidates must produce all original certificates at the time of joining for physical verification. If any information in the application is found false, candidature is cancelled and the candidate is liable for legal action.
🎯 How to Maximise Your Merit Score
  • Since selection is purely based on percentage of marks — your academic performance is the only deciding factor
  • For ITI apprentices: ITI marks percentage is the basis — candidates with higher ITI aggregate have better chances
  • For Mate (Mines): Only 10th marks count — higher 10th percentage improves your rank
  • For Diploma apprentices: Final Diploma aggregate percentage determines rank
  • For Graduate apprentices: Degree percentage is the basis — for Finance, CMA Intermediate enrollment gives additional preference
  • In tie-breaking situations, UCIL management's decision is final — preference categories (LDP > PAF > Employee Ward) may serve as tie-breakers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Complete Q&A on UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for UCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?+
The last date to submit the online application is 9 May 2026. Registration opened from 10 April 2026. Apply via apprenticeshipindia.gov.in for ITI trades and nats.education.gov.in for Diploma and Graduate apprenticeship. LDP/Employee Ward candidates must also send hard copy certificates by post to UCIL Tummalapalle by 9 May 2026.
Is my previous application valid? Do I need to apply again?+
No — all previous applications are invalid. The official notification explicitly states: "All previous applications uploaded prior to this advertisement shall not be considered." Candidates who applied earlier must apply fresh through the NAPS/NATS portals on or after 10 April 2026. Only applications received between the date of this advertisement (9 April 2026) and the closing date (9 May 2026) will be considered.
Which portal should I use — NAPS or NATS?+
Two separate portals: For ITI Trades (Mate Mines, Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner, Mech Diesel, Carpenter, Plumber): Use the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. For Diploma Apprentices and Graduate Apprentices: Use the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php. There is no offline mode — only these two government portals are accepted.
For the Mate (Mines) trade, is ITI required?+
No ITI required for Mate (Mines). The official notification specifies that Mate (Mines) requires only 10th/Matriculation Examination — no ITI certificate is needed. This is the largest single trade in this advertisement with 15 seats, making it an excellent opportunity for Class 10 pass candidates who have not done ITI.
What happens if I upload only a passing certificate without marks?+
Your application will be rejected outright. The official notification specifically states: "Merely passing certificate shall not be entertained. It must mention mark sheet." You must upload the actual marksheet showing the marks/percentage obtained. If your marksheet is pending (result awaited), you are not eligible to apply — candidates awaiting marksheets cannot apply.
What is the selection basis for UCIL Apprentice 2026?+
Selection is purely merit-based — based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination. No interview, no written test, no physical test. A provisional merit list is prepared from the portal-submitted information. Physical verification of original documents occurs only at the time of joining. UCIL reserves the right to shortlist candidates by raising the qualifying percentage threshold if applications are significantly more than seats.
Will UCIL give me a job after apprenticeship?+
No. The notification clearly states: "As per The Apprentices Act, 1961, it shall NOT be obligatory for UCIL to employ Apprentices on completion of training. There are no provisions for providing direct employment in UCIL on completion of apprenticeship training." This is purely a training programme. However, the experience and completion certificate from a DAE enterprise like UCIL is valuable for future applications to NPCIL, BARC, and other nuclear/core sector organisations.
Who gets first preference in UCIL Apprentice selection?+
Three preference levels: 1st preference — Land Displaced Persons (LDP) whose land was acquired for UCIL operations. 2nd preference — Project Affected Families/Persons (PAF/PAP) within 5 km radius of Tummalapalle unit. 3rd preference — Wards of current UCIL employees. LDP and Employee Ward candidates must send hard copy certificates by post to UCIL Tummalapalle by 9 May 2026 along with the online application.
Is any TA/DA or accommodation provided for UCIL Apprentice 2026?+
No TA/DA or accommodation is provided to candidates called for certificate verification or those coming to the training location. Candidates must arrange and fund their own travel to Tummalapalle, YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. During the training period, stipend is paid as per Apprenticeship Act rules, but no additional allowances for accommodation or transport are guaranteed.
For Finance Graduate Apprentice — what is the CMA preference?+
For the Finance (2 seats) Graduate Apprentice category, the base qualification is B.Com from a recognised university. However, the official notification specifies: "Candidates pursuing CMA Intermediate course shall be given preference." This means B.Com candidates who are enrolled in or have passed the CMA (Cost and Management Accountant) Intermediate examination under ICMAI will be preferred over plain B.Com candidates during selection.
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Official Links & Resources
Apply only via NAPS/NATS government portals — verify updates at uraniumcorp.in
📧 Contact for Queries

For any further communication or queries, email: ucil.apprentice@uraniumcorp.in
Phone: 08588-294424 | Address: UCIL Tummalapalle, PO: Mabbuchintalapalle, Dist: YSR Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh – 516349
Result will be published exclusively at uraniumcorp.in — no individual correspondence will be made regarding results.

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