IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Out for 131 Posts, ITI Holders Apply Online by 9 November
IREL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released the IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification under Advt. No. CO/HRM/36/2026. A total of 131 Tradesman Trainee posts will be filled on a regular basis in Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation and Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP) trades at IREL units in Odisha, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. The online application will be open from 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) to 9 November 2026 (6:00 PM).
Candidates with ITI/NAC in the relevant trade and two years of post-qualification experience (apprenticeship included) can apply for the IREL Tradesman Trainee vacancy 2026. The upper age limit is 35 years. Selected trainees will get a stipend of Rs. 34,200 per month during one year of training, and on absorption as Tradesman (W-3 grade) the pay scale is Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 with an approximate CTC of Rs. 6.5 lakh per year. Selection is through a CBT and a qualifying skill test, with no negative marking. ITI holders can also check the BHEL Artisan Recruitment 2026 and the DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026. This article covers the IREL Tradesman Trainee vacancy, unit-wise and category-wise breakup, salary, eligibility, age limit, fee, exam pattern and how to apply, all taken from the official advertisement.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
➤ Advt. No.: CO/HRM/36/2026
➤ Organisation: IREL (India) Limited (Dept. of Atomic Energy)
➤ Total posts: 131
➤ Trades: Fitter (93), AOCP (20), Electrician (12), Instrumentation (6)
➤ Qualification: ITI/NAC in relevant trade + 2 years' experience
➤ Age limit: Maximum 35 years as on 09.11.2026
➤ Stipend: Rs. 34,200 per month (training); then Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 (W-3)
➤ Apply online: 19 October to 9 November 2026
➤ Fee: Rs. 826 (UR/EWS/OBC); Rs. 354 (SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women)
➤ Selection: CBT + Skill Test (qualifying)
➤ Official website: irel.co.in
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026 Overview
- Trade-wise and Unit-wise Vacancy
- Category-wise Vacancy
- Stipend and Salary
- Eligibility
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Application Fee
- Selection Process and Exam Pattern
- Exam Centres
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The IREL Tradesman Trainee online application 2026 will start on 19 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and close on 9 November 2026 at 6:00 PM. Eligibility will be counted as on the closing date. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply online and pay fee | 9 November 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification and experience | 9 November 2026 |
| CBT / Skill test date | To be informed by e-mail |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Overview
IREL operates mineral sand mining and rare earth plants in Odisha, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The key details of the IREL Tradesman Trainee notification 2026 are summarised below.
| Organisation | IREL (India) Limited, Mumbai |
| Department | Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India |
| Advt. No. | CO/HRM/36/2026 |
| Post | Tradesman Trainee (Fitter, Electrician, Instrumentation, AOCP) |
| Total posts | 131 |
| Nature of job | Regular (after 1-year training) |
| Stipend / Pay | Rs. 34,200 stipend; Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 (W-3) on absorption |
| Age limit | Up to 35 years |
| Selection | CBT + Skill Test |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Job location | Odisha, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh |
| Official website | irel.co.in |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Vacancy 2026 Trade-wise and Unit-wise
The IREL Tradesman Trainee vacancy 2026 has 131 posts. Fitter has the most vacancies (93), and OSCOM, Chhatrapur (Odisha) has the most posts among the units. The trade-wise and unit-wise IREL vacancy is given below.
| Trade | Unit | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter (93) | OSCOM, Chhatrapur, Odisha | 32 |
| Chavara, Kerala | 26 | |
| Manavalakurichi, Tamil Nadu | 20 | |
| RED, Aluva, Kerala | 13 | |
| REPM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 1 | |
| RETTP, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 1 | |
| Electrician (12) | OSCOM, Chhatrapur, Odisha | 4 |
| Chavara, Kerala | 3 | |
| Manavalakurichi, Tamil Nadu | 4 | |
| RED, Aluva, Kerala | 1 | |
| Instrumentation (6) | OSCOM, Chhatrapur, Odisha | 4 |
| REPM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 1 | |
| RETTP, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 1 | |
| Attendant Operator Chemical Plant – AOCP (20) | Chavara, Kerala | 4 |
| RED, Aluva, Kerala | 11 | |
| REPM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 3 | |
| RETTP, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 2 | |
| Total | 131 | |
Note: A candidate can apply for only one unit and one trade. If more than one application is submitted for the same trade, only the last one will be considered.
IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026 Category-wise Vacancy
Adding up the unit-wise reservation in the advertisement, the IREL Tradesman Trainee category-wise vacancy 2026 is given below. As per the notice, no post is identified as suitable for PwBD candidates.
| Trade | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 49 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 21 | 93 |
| Electrician | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Instrumentation | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| AOCP | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 20 |
| Total | 81 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 24 | 131 |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Stipend and Salary 2026
The IREL Tradesman Trainee salary has two stages: a stipend during training and a regular pay scale after absorption. The details are given below.
| Stage | Pay and Benefits |
|---|---|
| Training period (1 year) | Consolidated stipend of Rs. 34,200 per month; HRA on Rs. 22,000 (if company accommodation is not given); medical facility as for W-3 grade |
| After absorption as Tradesman (W-3 grade) | Pay scale Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 + IDA, HRA and other allowances; approximate CTC Rs. 6.5 lakh per year (with 20% HRA, Y-class city) |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Eligibility 2026
The IREL Tradesman Trainee eligibility requires ITI/NAC in the relevant trade and two years of experience. Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 is counted as experience. The trade-wise qualification is given below.
| Trade | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | ITI / NAC in Fitter trade | 2 years in Fitter trade in a reputed industrial establishment (incl. on-the-job/apprenticeship training) |
| Electrician | ITI / NAC in Electrician trade + valid statutory licence (essential) | 2 years in Electrician trade (incl. apprenticeship) |
| Instrumentation | ITI / NAC in Instrumentation trade | 2 years in Instrumentation trade (incl. apprenticeship) |
| AOCP | ITI / NAC in Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant), OR 10+2 Science with Chemistry and 50% aggregate marks | 2 years in operation of chemical and allied process industry (incl. apprenticeship) |
Note: Courses must be full-time/regular. Teaching/research fellowship experience is not counted. IREL internal candidates need SSC with 4 years' experience in the relevant trade.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Age Limit 2026
The IREL Tradesman Trainee upper age limit is 35 years as on 9 November 2026. Age relaxation is given below; the maximum age after all relaxations cannot exceed 50 years.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | Nil |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of military service + 3 years |
| Regular employees of Central/State Govt./PSU/autonomous bodies | 5 years |
| Domicile of J&K (01.01.1980 – 31.12.1989) | 5 years (+3 OBC, +5 SC/ST) |
| IREL internal candidates | 10 years |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Application Fee 2026
The IREL Tradesman Trainee application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. The amounts include GST. The category-wise fee is given below.
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 472 | Rs. 354 | Rs. 826 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women / IREL internal candidates | Exempted | Rs. 354 | Rs. 354 |
IREL Tradesman Trainee Selection Process and Exam Pattern 2026
The IREL Tradesman Trainee selection process has a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a qualifying skill test (trade test / computer proficiency test). The CBT will be bilingual (Hindi and English). The IREL CBT exam pattern is given below.
| Section | Subject | Questions / Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section I | Professional Knowledge in relevant trade | 100 |
| Section II | General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability and English | 50 |
| Total (Duration: 2 hours) | 150 | |
Important points:
- Each correct answer carries 1 mark; there is no negative marking.
- Minimum qualifying marks in each section: 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL.
- Candidates qualifying the CBT will be called for the skill test in a 1:5 ratio.
- The skill test is qualifying only; final merit will be based on CBT marks.
- Trade-wise, category-wise and unit-wise merit lists will be prepared.
- Candidates called for the skill test will get 2nd class sleeper rail fare.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Exam Centres 2026
Candidates can choose two exam centres in order of preference. The tentative CBT centres are given below. There is no exam centre in West Bengal.
| State | Exam Centres |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Nagpur |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Berhampur |
| Kerala | Trivandrum, Kochi |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Indore |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Nagercoil |
| Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada |
How to Apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
The IREL Tradesman Trainee apply online process will start on 19 October 2026. Follow the steps below.
- Visit irel.co.in (Careers section) and open Advt. No. CO/HRM/36/2026.
- Step I – Registration: Enter personal and contact details, verify the OTPs sent to your mobile and e-mail, and get your Application Sequence Number and password.
- Step II – Log in, click "Go To Application" and fill in personal, qualification and experience details.
- Select one trade and one unit only.
- Upload your photograph (100–200 KB) and signature (80–150 KB) in JPG/JPEG format, and category/ESM certificate if applicable.
- Preview and submit the form, then pay the fee online.
- Print the application form for future reference before 9 November 2026.
Note: Candidates do not need to send a printout by post. For help, call 022-61087577 (Monday to Friday, 10 AM – 5 PM) or e-mail hrmrect-ho@irel.co.in.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026?
There are 131 posts: Fitter 93, AOCP 20, Electrician 12 and Instrumentation 6.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee 2026?
The last date is 9 November 2026 (6:00 PM).
Q3. What is the stipend of IREL Tradesman Trainee?
Rs. 34,200 per month during the one-year training. After absorption, the pay scale is Rs. 22,000 – 88,000 (W-3).
Q4. Is experience required for IREL Tradesman Trainee?
Yes. Two years of post-qualification experience is required, and apprenticeship training is counted.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the IREL CBT?
No. There is no negative marking.
Q6. Can PwBD candidates apply?
As per the advertisement, no post is identified as suitable for PwBD candidates.
IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| IREL Tradesman Trainee Notification PDF (Advt. CO/HRM/36/2026) | Download Notification PDF |
| IREL Apply Online (19.10.2026 to 09.11.2026) | Apply Online |
| IREL Official Website | irel.co.in |
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