Hindustan Copper (Malanjkhand Copper Project) Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 171 Seats
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Miniratna Category-1 CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, has issued notice No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 dated 03.11.2026 for engagement of 171 Trade Apprentices at its Malanjkhand Copper Project, Dist. Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh), under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Seats are spread over 19 trades, including Electrician 36, COPA 20, Fitter/Turner/Welder 16 each, Shotfirer/Blaster 13, Mechanic Diesel and Instrument Mechanic 10 each (category-wise: UR 71, SC 25, ST 12, OBC 46, EWS 17). Training lasts 1 year for ITI trades, 1 year 3 months for Driver-cum-Mechanic, 2 years for Blaster and 3 years for Mate Mines. Candidates must first register on the apprenticeship portal (apprenticeship.gov.in) and choose HCL Malanjkhand Copper Project, then apply online on the HCL website between 05.11.2026 and 24.11.2026. Selection is purely on merit of 10th and ITI marks; there is no written test. Apprenticeship is training only and gives no right to a job in HCL. This is an independent summary and not an official government website; please read the official notice before applying.
Important dates
Notice date
3 Nov 2026 · 12:00 am IST
Online application opens
5 Nov 2026 · 12:00 am IST
Online application closes
24 Nov 2026 · 11:59 pm IST
Cut-off date for age and qualification
1 Nov 2026 · 12:00 am IST
Short-listed candidates list
8 Dec 2026 · 12:00 am IST
Eligibility & age limit
Mate Mines, Shotfirer/Blaster and Driver-cum-Mechanic (LMV): 10th/Matric pass (10+2 system) or equivalent (Sl. 1-3 of the notice). Other 16 trades (Sl. 4-19): ITI in the concerned trade from a recognised institute. Candidates with Diploma/B.E. or equivalent higher professional qualification are not considered. Age 18 to 25 years as on 01.11.2026 (SC/ST +5, OBC +3 years). ITI pass-outs of 2025 or earlier need an affidavit that they have not done apprenticeship or taken employment earlier. Those already in or who completed an apprenticeship contract under NAPS are not eligible.
| Category | Age relaxation | Note |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years | Upper age relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years | Upper age relaxation |
Relaxations are not automatically cumulative. Post-specific and special-category rules may apply.
Vacancy breakdown
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Mate Mines (Fresher, 3 yrs) - 10th pass | Total | 4 |
| Shotfirer/Blaster (Mines, 2 yrs) - 10th pass | Total | 13 |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic (LMV, 1 yr 3 months) - 10th pass | Total | 6 |
| Mechanic Diesel - ITI | Total | 10 |
| Fitter - ITI | Total | 16 |
| Turner/Machinist - ITI | Total | 16 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) - ITI | Total | 16 |
| Electrician - ITI | Total | 36 |
| Draughtsman Civil - ITI | Total | 2 |
| Draughtsman Mechanical - ITI | Total | 3 |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) - ITI | Total | 20 |
| Surveyor - ITI | Total | 3 |
| AC & Refrigeration Mechanic - ITI | Total | 2 |
| Mason (Building Constructor) - ITI | Total | 2 |
| Carpenter - ITI | Total | 3 |
| Plumber - ITI | Total | 3 |
| Horticulture Assistant - ITI | Total | 2 |
| Instrument Mechanic - ITI | Total | 10 |
| Solar Technician (Electrician) - ITI | Total | 4 |
Application fee
| Category | Gender | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All | All | See official notice |
Fee exemptions and payment charges must be verified from the original notice.
Selection process
Merit list: 70% weightage to 10th board marks and 30% to ITI trade marks (100% 10th marks for Mate Mines and Blaster)
Tie: older candidate placed higher
Document verification and medical fitness as per HCL requirement
Short-listed candidates list on 08.12.2026
How to apply
- Step 1: register on apprenticeship.gov.in, search establishment 'Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project' and apply for your trade; note the registration number (Axxxxxxxxx)
- Step 2: apply online on www.hindustancopper.com > Career (Apply Online against HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026) and enter the portal registration number
- Upload photo and signature (.jpg, under 50 KB each); ITI pass-outs of 2025 or earlier must upload the notarised affidavit (PDF under 1 MB)
- Submit by 24.11.2026 and keep the printout; apply for only one trade
Official notification
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