HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 2026
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL) has announced the recruitment of 30 Apprentice positions under Trade, Technician and Graduate categories for the year 2026.
Short Information
The recruitment is conducted by the HR Department, HOCL Kochi (Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited) for a total of 30 apprentice seats. The online application window opens on 26 May 2026 and closes on 08 June 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹0 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0 |
| Payment modes | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice (ITI holders) | 14 | Above 18 years | Full-time ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade, passed during 2022–2026. Minimum 60% marks in qualifying exam (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech/B.E.) | 5 | Above 18 years | B.Tech/B.E. Degree in Engineering/Technology, passed during 2022–2026. CGPA/OGPA/CPI conversion as per university norms. |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma holders) | 11 | Above 18 years | Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline, passed during 2022–2026. Percentage of marks in qualifying exam mandatory. |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in qualifying examination
- Certificate Verification
- Written Test / Skill Test / Interview
- Medical Fitness
How to Apply Online
- For Trade Apprentices: Enroll on NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in), complete Aadhaar verification, search establishment code E07203200009, and apply.
- For Graduate & Technician Apprentices: Enroll on NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in), search for HOCL, and apply.
- Ensure you have qualification certificate, government ID proof, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, recent passport-size photograph, and resume/CV ready.
- Enter percentage of marks correctly in the portal; mismatch with uploaded marks leads to rejection.
Required Documents
- Qualification Certificate (ITI/Diploma/B.Tech mark sheet and certificate)
- Government ID Proof
- Aadhaar card (mandatory for NAPS portal - Aadhaar verification required)
- Bank Passbook (for stipend disbursement)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Resume / CV
- Date of Birth proof
- Caste certificate in prescribed Government of India format for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer declaration (Performa-III) in addition to OBC certificate
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate (Annexure-I format) for EWS candidates
- Disability Certificate (Form-V for single disability / Form-VI for multiple disabilities, UDID/Certificate No.) for PwBD candidates
- Equivalency Certificate from competent authority (if qualification is equivalent to prescribed qualification)
- CGPA to percentage conversion proof from University/Institute (if applicable)
- Any other document relevant to the category/reservation claimed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of apprentice vacancies in HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 30 apprentice positions are available, comprising 14 Trade Apprentices, 5 Graduate Apprentices and 11 Technician Apprentices.
What are the important dates for submitting the online application?
The online application process starts on 26 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 08 June 2026.
Is there any application fee for HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No, the application is completely free of charge for all categories; there is no application fee.
Through which portals should candidates apply based on their qualification?
Trade Apprentices (ITI holders) must apply via the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in), while Graduate and Technician Apprentices (Diploma/B.Tech holders) must apply via the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in).
What is the selection process for HOCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection involves shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by certificate verification, written test/skill test/interview, and medical fitness.