ECIL has officially released Advertisement No. 01/2026 inviting applications for one-year apprenticeship training for engineering graduates and diploma holders under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 . The training will be conducted at Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL), Hyderabad, a prestigious Miniratna PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy.
This notification is one of the most in-demand PSU apprenticeship opportunities for freshers looking to build a career in Strategic Electronics, Defence, Nuclear, Aerospace, IT & Homeland Security sectors.
About ECIL Hyderabad — Why This Apprenticeship Matters
The notification highlights that ECIL is a leading electronics PSU working in high-impact national projects including:
- Nuclear & Defence Systems
- Aerospace & Deep Space Communication
- Homeland & Network Security
- Information Technology & Telecom
- CBRN & e-Governance missions
The corporation has contributed to technologies such as:
Solid-state television, cockpit voice recorders, electronic voting machines, PLCs and deep-space antennas — reaffirming its role in strategic national engineering programs .
This makes the apprenticeship high-value industry exposure for freshers.
ECIL Apprentice Vacancies 2026 — Branch-Wise Seats (Hyderabad)
ECIL is engaging both Graduate Engineer Apprentices (GEA) and Technician / Diploma Apprentices (TA) for 2025-26 .
Engineering Branches Covered
- Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
- Computer Science / IT (CSE / IT)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)
- Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering (EIE)
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
If sufficient graduate candidates do not join, vacant seats may be allotted to diploma candidates and vice-versa .
Reservations for SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD are applicable as per Govt. norms.
ECIL Apprentice Stipend 2026
As per notification:
- Graduate Engineer Apprentices (GEA): ₹ 9,000 / month
- Diploma Apprentices (TA): ₹ 8,000 / month
Apprenticeship duration is one year, commencing 09 February 2026 .
ECIL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
For Graduate Engineer Apprentices (GEA)
B.E. / B.Tech passed on or after 01 April 2023 from AICTE-approved institutions
For Diploma Apprentices (TA)
3-year Diploma passed on or after 01 April 2023 in relevant branch
Candidates must be Indian residents and may apply from any state in India
Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)
- Maximum age: 25 years
- Relaxation:
- SC / ST: 5 years
- OBC-NCL: 3 years
- PwD: 10 years (40%+ disability)
How to Apply for ECIL Recruitment 2026 (Two-Step Process)
The application process is strictly online and consists of two mandatory steps.
Step 1 — Register on NATS Portal
Visit 👉 National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
Registration here is compulsory before ECIL application submission .
Step 2 — Apply Online at ECIL Official Website
Go to:
https://www.ecil.co.in → Careers → Current Job Openings
Save & print:
- Online application form
- System-generated application number (for future reference)
ECIL Apprentice Selection Process 2026
Selection is based on:
Merit of qualifying exam marks
- B.E. / B.Tech consolidated marks (for GEAs)
- Diploma consolidated marks (for TA)
CGPA candidates must produce CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate
Shortlisted candidates must attend Document Verification at CLDC-ECIL Hyderabad
Documents Required at Verification
Bring originals + photocopies of:
- Signed online application with photo
- NATS registration proof
- Aadhaar / Passport / Govt ID
- Degree / Diploma certificates
- Caste / OBC-NCL / EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
Venue:
Corporate Learning & Development Centre (CLDC)
Nalanda Complex, ECIL (PO), Hyderabad – 500062
ECIL Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 06 Jan 2026 (10:30 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 Jan 2026 (4:30 PM) |
| Provisional Selection List | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Document Verification | 28–30 Jan 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Start Date | 09 Feb 2026 |
Important Instructions & Conditions
- Candidates already undergoing apprenticeship anywhere are not eligible
- Suppression of facts / false information will lead to rejection
- ECIL reserves right to increase / decrease seats
- No TA / DA for document verification
- Employment is not guaranteed after training
Why This ECIL Apprenticeship is a Great Opportunity
Training at ECIL is like starting your career inside India’s core technology ecosystem — nuclear research, defence electronics, space communications and secure computing.
Even though the tenure is one year, the hands-on exposure and brand value can significantly boost future opportunities in:
- PSUs
- DRDO / ISRO projects
- Core engineering companies
- Defence sector R&D