Hindustan Copper Limited Inviting Applications For 167 Trade Apprentice Posts

Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), Malanjkhand Copper Project, has issued an official notification calling for online applications from Indian citizens for 167 Trade Apprentice positions in various trades under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. The application window is open from 7 August 2025 to 27 August 2025 at www.hindustancopper.com.

As per the notification, the minimum age for applicants is 18 years and the maximum is 25 years, with relaxation for reserved categories. The duration of training will range from 1 to 3 years depending on the trade. The selection will be purely merit-based, with weightage given to marks in 10th and ITI (if applicable).

Interested candidates must complete a two-step application process—first by registering on the Apprenticeship India portal and then submitting the online form on the HCL website before the closing date.

Important Dates:
The registration process for these positions began on 7 August 2025.
Notification Date: 7 August 2025.
Start Date of Application: 7 August 2025.
Last Date of Application: 27 August 2025.

Vacancy Details:
This drive aims to fill the following vacancies:

• Mate (Mines): 1
• Blaster (Mines): 12
• Diesel Mechanic: 10
• Fitter: 16
• Turner/Mechanist: 16
• Welder (Gas & Electric): 16
• Electrician: 36
• Draughtsman (Civil): 4
• Draughtsman (Mechanical): 3
• Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA): 14
• Surveyor: 8
• AC & Refrigeration Machine: 2
• Mason (Building Constructor): 4
• Carpenter: 6
• Plumber: 5
• Horticulture Assistant: 4
• Instrument Mechanic: 4
• Solar Technician (Electrician): 6

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and other essential details below.

Educational Qualifications:
For Mate and Blaster: 10th pass under 10+2 system.
For all other trades: ITI in relevant trade from a recognised institute.
Candidates with higher academic qualifications such as Diploma, B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, B.E., etc., are not eligible.

Age Limit:
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 25 years
Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years.

Other Requirements:
Relevant trade qualifications and completion of both registration steps are mandatory.

How to Apply:
Applicants must first register at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in to get a registration number and apply under Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project. Then, they must submit the online form through the HCL website under the “Careers” section.

Selection Process:
The selection will be on a merit basis:
For ITI trades, 70% weightage will be given to 10th marks and 30% to ITI marks. For non-ITI trades, 100% weightage will be on 10th marks. If scores are tied, preference will go to the older candidate.

Candidates must refer to the official notification for detailed instructions.
Official Notification PDF