IREL (India) Limited Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Online Form (131 Posts)

Executive Editorial Overview & Atomic Energy Enterprise Highlights

IREL (India) Limited, a premier Schedule 'B' Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise operating under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India, has announced recruitment advertisement Advt No. IREL/CO/HRM/36/2026 for 131 Tradesman Trainee positions. IREL is the nation's sole commercial producer of strategic heavy minerals, rare earths, and nuclear-grade raw materials supporting India’s atomic energy and defense programs.

The recruitment is conducted across essential engineering trades: Fitter (52 Posts), Electrician (38 Posts), Attendant Operator Chemical Plant - AOCP (26 Posts), and Instrumentation (15 Posts) across operating units in Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and corporate establishments. Selected trainees undergo a structured 2-year training period with a monthly stipend of ₹20,000 in Year-1 and ₹21,000 in Year-2. Upon successful training completion, candidates are absorbed directly into Regular Workmen Grade W-3 (Pay Scale ₹21,500 to ₹82,000) with gross emoluments exceeding ₹48,000 to ₹52,000 per month. Online applications remain open till 09 November 2026 at irel.co.in.

• Age Limit Calculation Date: As on 09 November 2026 (Closing Date)
• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 35 Years
• SC / ST Candidates: Upper age relaxation up to 5 Years (Max 40 Years)
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Upper age relaxation up to 3 Years (Max 38 Years)
• PwBD Candidates: Upper age relaxation up to 10 Years

1. Computer Based Written Examination (CBT): 2-hour objective multiple choice examination carrying 100 marks:
   • Paper-I (Domain / Trade Knowledge): 50 Questions (50 Marks based on NCVT curriculum)
   • Paper-II (General Aptitude): 50 Questions (Numerical Ability, Reasoning, General English, and General Awareness)
   There is no negative marking. Minimum qualifying marks is 40% for General/OBC/EWS and 35% for SC/ST.
2. Trade / Skill Test (Qualifying Nature): Candidates shortlisted in 1:3 ratio based on CBT marks undergo hands-on practical trade testing at IREL industrial units.
3. Pre-Employment Medical Examination: Medical fitness evaluation in accordance with DAE / Atomic Energy radiation safety standards.
4. Final Merit Ranking: Prepared purely on the basis of marks secured in the CBT examination among candidates who qualify the Trade Test.

1. Visit the official website of IREL (India) Limited at irel.co.in.
2. Under the 'Careers' section, click on 'Advt No. IREL/CO/HRM/36/2026 - Engagement of Tradesman Trainees'.
3. Click on 'Apply Online' to access the recruitment portal.
4. Complete registration with candidate name, mobile number, email, and Aadhaar card details.
5. Select your specific trade discipline (Fitter, Electrician, AOCP, or Instrumentation).
6. Enter Class 10th academic details and ITI / NCVT marks certificate numbers.
7. Upload scanned passport size photograph (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB), and self-attested copies of 10th and ITI certificates.
8. Pay the online application fee of ₹500 (General/OBC/EWS; female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay ₹0).
9. Review all details, submit the form before 09 November 2026, and print the confirmation page.

1. Industrial Responsibilities in India's Strategic Mineral Plants

IREL (India) Limited operates beach sand mineral separation plants and rare earth refining complexes across Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), OSCOM Matikhalo (Odisha), and Rare Earth Division (Aluva). Appointed Tradesman Trainees work at the frontline of strategic mineral extraction:

• Plant Mechanical Maintenance: Overhaul and preventive maintenance of high-capacity slurry pumps, vibrating screens, spiral concentrators, electrostatic separators, and rotary dryers.
• High-Tension Electrical Operations: Maintenance of high-voltage industrial transformers, HT/LT motor switchgears, PLC automation panels, and uninterruptible power supply setups.
• Chemical Refining & Rare Earth Separation: Operating solvent extraction cascades, chemical reactors, acid digestion tanks, and fractional crystallization units for producing nuclear-grade rare earth compounds.

2. Monthly Stipend & Post-Absorption W-3 Pay Structure

3. Top 4 Form Rejection Mistakes to Avoid

• Non-Recognized ITI Certificate: ITI certificate must be affiliated to National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT). Certificates from unaccredited private centers are rejected.
• Missing 50% Marks in 10th Class: Candidates must possess at least 50.00% aggregate marks in 10th Standard (45% for SC/ST).
• Incomplete Fee Payment: General and OBC candidates must ensure successful online transaction of ₹500 before the closing date.
• Applying for Incompatible Trade: Candidates holding ITI in Welder or Turner cannot apply for Fitter or Electrician posts unless holding formal dual qualification.

4. Promotion Hierarchy & Career Growth

Absorbed Tradesmen progress through regular time-bound promotions and departmental promotion examinations into executive supervisor cadres:

Tradesman Trainee → Tradesman (Grade W-3) → Senior Tradesman (W-4) → Master Craftsman (W-6) → Supervisor (S-1) → Assistant Manager (E-1 Executive Cadre)!

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