IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026: 131 Posts, Apply Online from 19 October

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IREL (India) Limited has released the IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification for 131 vacancies for Fitter, Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP), Electrician and Instrumentation trades. This recruitment is a good opportunity for candidates who have completed ITI/NAC in the relevant trade and have the required work experience.

The online application process will start on 19 October 2026 at 10:00 AM, and eligible candidates can submit their application form online until 9 November 2026 at 6:00 PM. Out of the total vacancies, 93 posts are available for Fitter, 20 for AOCP, 12 for Electrician and 6 for Instrumentation. Selected candidates will undergo one year of training and will receive a consolidated stipend of ₹34,200 per month,

along with applicable benefits. After successfully completing the training and meeting the required conditions, candidates may be absorbed as Tradesman in W-3 Grade with a pay scale of ₹22,000 to ₹88,000. The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), qualifying Skill Test, Document Verification and Pre-employment Medical Examination.

Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise qualification, experience, age limit, unit-wise vacancies and other eligibility conditions before applying. Importantly, candidates can apply for only one post at one unit, so the trade and unit should be selected carefully while filling out the application form.

IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026

131 Posts | Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation & AOCP | Apply Online from 19 October to 9 November 2026

1. Recruitment Overview
Organisation IREL (India) Limited (Miniratna Category-I CPSE)
Advertisement No. CO/HRM/36/2026
Post Name Tradesman Trainee (Fitter / Electrician / Instrumentation / AOCP)
Total Vacancies 131
Job Type Trainee (1 year) → Possible absorption in regular post
Application Mode Online only
Official Website www.irel.co.in

2. Important Dates
Notification Released 16 October 2026
Online Application Starts 19 October 2026 (10:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply Online 9 November 2026 (18:00 hrs)
CBT Exam Date To be announced
Admit Card To be announced

3. Post-wise & Unit-wise Vacancy Details
Post Name Total Vacancies
Tradesman Trainee (Fitter) 93
Tradesman Trainee (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant – AOCP) 20
Tradesman Trainee (Electrician) 12
Tradesman Trainee (Instrumentation) 6
Grand Total 131

Vacancies are distributed across OSCOM (Odisha), Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), RED Aluva (Kerala), REPM Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and RETTP Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh). Candidates can apply for only one post at one unit.

4. Educational Qualification & Experience
  • Fitter: ITI / NAC in Fitter trade + 2 years experience in relevant trade
  • Electrician: ITI / NAC in Electrician trade + Valid statutory licence + 2 years experience
  • Instrumentation: ITI / NAC in Instrumentation trade + 2 years experience
  • Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP): ITI / NAC in AOCP OR 10+2 Science with Chemistry (50% marks) + 2 years experience in chemical/allied process industry

Experience includes on-the-job training and apprenticeship training, if any. Internal candidates of IREL have different qualification criteria (SSC + 4 years experience).

5. Age Limit (as on 9 November 2026)
  • Maximum Age: 35 years

Age Relaxation:

  • OBC (NCL): 3 years
  • SC / ST: 5 years
  • PwBD: 10 years (additional as per category)
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
  • IREL Internal Candidates: 10 years

Maximum age after all relaxations should not exceed 50 years.

6. Application Fee
  • UR / EWS / OBC (NCL): ₹826 (including GST)
  • SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women / IREL Internal Candidates: ₹354 (processing fee only)

Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

7. Selection Process
  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) – Written examination
  2. Skill Test (Trade Test / Computer Proficiency Test) – Qualifying in nature
  3. Document Verification
  4. Pre-employment Medical Examination

CBT Pattern:

  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Section-I: 100 questions on Professional Knowledge (relevant trade)
  • Section-II: 50 questions on General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability & English
  • Total: 150 questions, 150 marks
  • No negative marking
  • Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (UR/EWS) and 45% (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) in each section

Candidates will be called for Skill Test in the ratio of 1:5 based on CBT merit. Final selection is based on CBT marks only (among those who qualify the Skill Test).

8. Stipend & Pay Scale
  • During 1-year Training: Consolidated stipend of ₹34,200 per month + HRA (if company accommodation not provided) + Medical facility
  • After successful completion of training: Absorption in W-3 Grade as Tradesman in the pay scale of ₹22,000 – ₹88,000
  • Additional benefits: IDA, HRA, annual increments, leave encashment, medical facility, loans, PF, Gratuity, Pension etc.
  • Approximate CTC after absorption: Around ₹6.5 lakhs per annum (depending on place of posting)

9. How to Apply Online
  1. Visit the official website https://www.irel.co.in
  2. Go to the Careers section
  3. Find Advertisement No. CO/HRM/36/2026 – Tradesman Trainee
  4. Register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number
  5. Login and fill personal, educational and experience details carefully
  6. Upload photograph, signature and required documents
  7. Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
  8. Preview the form, submit it and take a printout

Important: Apply for only one post at one unit. Choose carefully as merit list is prepared unit-wise and trade-wise.

10. Exam Centres (Tentative)
CBT will be held at centres in Mumbai, Nagpur, Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, Trivandrum, Kochi, Bhopal, Indore, Chennai, Nagercoil, Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada. Candidates can choose two centres in order of preference.

11. Important Tips for Candidates
  • Read the full official notification carefully before applying.
  • Ensure you have the required 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Keep scanned copies of ITI certificate, experience certificates, caste certificate, photo and signature ready.
  • Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
  • Prepare well for both trade knowledge and general aptitude sections of the CBT.
  • Skill Test is only qualifying – focus on scoring high in the written test.

12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Total 131 posts (Fitter 93, AOCP 20, Electrician 12, Instrumentation 6).Q2. What is the last date to apply?
9 November 2026 up to 18:00 hrs.

Q3. What is the educational qualification?
ITI / NAC in the relevant trade + 2 years experience (for most posts).

Q4. What is the age limit?
Maximum 35 years as on 9 November 2026 (with relaxations).

Q5. What is the stipend during training?
₹34,200 per month for one year.

Q6. Is there negative marking in the CBT?
No, there is no negative marking.

Q7. Can I apply for more than one trade?
No. You can apply for only one post at one unit.

Important Links

Official Website: www.irel.co.in

Apply Online: click here
Detailed Advertisement: click here

Apply carefully between 19 October and 9 November 2026. Read the official notification thoroughly, choose the correct trade and unit, and prepare well for the CBT and Skill Test. Best of luck to all candidates!

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