Hindustan Copper (HCL) Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026 — 171 Seats in 19 Trades | Apply by 24 November 2026
Hindustan Copper Limited has notified 171 Trade Apprentice seats in 19 trades at its Malanjkhand Copper Project, Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh), under Advt. No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 dated 3 November 2026. Class 10 pass candidates (mining trades) and 10th + ITI candidates (technical trades) aged 18–25 as on 1 November 2026 can apply online from 5 November to 24 November 2026 through a two-step process on the Apprenticeship India portal and hindustancopper.com. Selection is purely on merit of 10th and ITI marks; the shortlist is scheduled for 8 December 2026.
171
Total Posts
Stipend as per Apprentices Act, 1961
Salary
18–25
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Malanjkhand Copper Project, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh
Location
Timeline
1 Nov 2026
3 Nov 2026
Advt. No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026
5 Nov 2026
From 11:00 AM
24 Nov 2026
Both NAPS registration and HCL portal form must be completed
8 Dec 2026
Scheduled date as per advertisement
HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026 notified — 171 seats, apply 5–24 November
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About This Notification
Hindustan Copper Limited, a Miniratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, is engaging 171 trade apprentices at the Malanjkhand Copper Project (MCP) in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. Training lasts 1 to 3 years depending on the trade.
Key facts
- Seats: 171 in 19 trades (UR 71, SC 25, ST 12, OBC 46, EWS 17)
- Apply online: 5 November 2026 (11:00 AM) to 24 November 2026
- Age and qualification reckoned as on 1 November 2026
- Selection: merit only — no written test or interview
- Shortlist: 8 December 2026
- Stipend: as admissible under the Apprentices Act, 1961
Merit calculation
- ITI trades: 70% weight to 10th marks + 30% to ITI marks
- Mate Mines and Shotfirer/Blaster (Mines): 100% weight to 10th marks
- Tie: older candidate ranked higher
Key Details
Organization
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) — Malanjkhand Copper Project (MCP)
Department
HR Department, Malanjkhand Copper Project, Balaghat (MP)
Exam Name
Engagement of Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 — Advt. No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 dated 03.11.2026
Total Posts
171
Job Location
Malanjkhand Copper Project, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh
Selection Process
Merit list (10th and ITI marks) → Document verification → Medical fitness → Engagement
Official Website
https://www.hindustancopper.com
Eligibility Criteria
⚠️ Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech not eligible
⚠️ Candidates holding Diploma, B.E./B.Tech or equivalent higher professional qualifications will not be considered; BA/B.Sc/B.Com carry no extra weight
⚠️ Affidavit for older ITI pass-outs
⚠️ Candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or earlier must upload a notarised affidavit that they have not undergone apprenticeship or held regular employment
⚠️ Two-step application
⚠️ Register and apply on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (100% Aadhaar-verified profile, bank eKYC) and then submit the form on hindustancopper.com with the apprenticeship registration number
One application only
One applicant, one application (one trade)
Age
18–25 years as on 01.11.2026; SC/ST +5, OBC-NCL +3 years
Educational Qualification
- Mate Mines (Fresher) and Shotfirer/Blaster (Mines): 10th pass under 10+2 system; no ITI needed
- All other trades: 10th pass plus ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the same trade
CGPA in 10th is converted to percentage by multiplying by 9.5. Diploma, B.E./B.Tech holders are not eligible.
Age Limit
General Category: 18–25 years
18–25 years as on 01.11.2026. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years (up to 30), OBC-NCL 3 years (up to 28).
Important Dates
Notification Released
3 Nov 2026
Advt. No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026
Application Start
5 Nov 2026
From 11:00 AM
Application End
24 Nov 2026
Both NAPS registration and HCL portal form must be completed
Result Declared
8 Dec 2026
Scheduled date as per advertisement
Age & Qualification Reckoning Date
1 Nov 2026
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Notification Released | 3 Nov 2026 | Advt. No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 |
| ✓Application Start | 5 Nov 2026 | From 11:00 AM |
| NEXTApplication End | 24 Nov 2026 | Both NAPS registration and HCL portal form must be completed |
| Result Declared | 8 Dec 2026 | Scheduled date as per advertisement |
| ✓Age & Qualification Reckoning Date | 1 Nov 2026 | — |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 171
Mate Mines (Fresher) — 3 years
4GEN
3
OBC
1
Shotfirer / Blaster (Mines) — 2 years
13GEN
6
OBC
3
SC
2
ST
1
EWS
1
Driver-cum-Mechanic (LMV) — 1 year 3 months
6GEN
2
OBC
2
SC
1
EWS
1
Mechanic Diesel — 1 year
10GEN
5
OBC
2
SC
1
ST
1
EWS
1
Fitter — 1 year
16GEN
6
OBC
5
SC
3
ST
1
EWS
1
Turner / Machinist — 1 year
16GEN
7
OBC
4
SC
2
ST
1
EWS
2
Welder (Gas & Electric) — 1 year
16GEN
6
OBC
4
SC
3
ST
2
EWS
1
Electrician — 1 year
36GEN
15
OBC
10
SC
5
ST
2
EWS
4
Draughtsman (Civil) — 1 year
2GEN
1
OBC
1
Draughtsman (Mechanical) — 1 year
3SC
1
ST
1
EWS
1
Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) — 1 year
20GEN
8
OBC
6
SC
3
ST
1
EWS
2
Surveyor — 1 year
3GEN
2
OBC
1
AC & Refrigeration Mechanic — 1 year
2GEN
1
SC
1
Mason (Building Constructor) — 1 year
2OBC
1
ST
1
Carpenter — 1 year
3GEN
1
OBC
1
EWS
1
Plumber — 1 year
3GEN
2
SC
1
Horticulture Assistant — 1 year
2GEN
1
OBC
1
Instrument Mechanic — 1 year
10GEN
4
OBC
3
SC
1
ST
1
EWS
1
Solar Technician (Electrician) — 1 year
4GEN
1
OBC
1
SC
1
EWS
1
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mate Mines (Fresher) — 3 years | 4 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Shotfirer / Blaster (Mines) — 2 years | 13 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Driver-cum-Mechanic (LMV) — 1 year 3 months | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Mechanic Diesel — 1 year | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Fitter — 1 year | 16 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Turner / Machinist — 1 year | 16 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) — 1 year | 16 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Electrician — 1 year | 36 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — |
| Draughtsman (Civil) — 1 year | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) — 1 year | 3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) — 1 year | 20 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — |
| Surveyor — 1 year | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| AC & Refrigeration Mechanic — 1 year | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mason (Building Constructor) — 1 year | 2 | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Carpenter — 1 year | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Plumber — 1 year | 3 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Horticulture Assistant — 1 year | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Instrument Mechanic — 1 year | 10 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Solar Technician (Electrician) — 1 year | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Total | 171 |
Fee details not available yet.
Merit list — ITI trades — Exam Pattern
70% weight to 10th marks + 30% weight to ITI marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70% weight to 10th marks + 30% weight to ITI marks | — | — | — | No | offline |
No written test or interview; tie broken in favour of the older candidate
Merit list — Mate Mines and Shotfirer/Blaster — Exam Pattern
100% weight to 10th marks
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% weight to 10th marks | — | — | — | No | offline |
Document verification & medical fitness — Exam Pattern
As per HCL medical standards
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| As per HCL medical standards | — | — | — | No | offline |
Step 1: Register on Apprenticeship India
Create a candidate profile on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, complete Aadhaar verification and bank eKYC, then search for Hindustan Copper Limited, Malanjkhand Copper Project and apply for your trade.
Step 2: Fill the HCL form
On hindustancopper.com → Career → Engagement of Trade Apprentices in MCP 2026, enter your registration number and details, upload photo and signature (JPG under 50 KB) and the affidavit if applicable.
Step 3: Check the merit list
The shortlist is scheduled for 8 December 2026. Shortlisted candidates go through document verification and a medical check.
Important Links
Step 1 — Apprenticeship India (NAPS) registration
https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
Step 2 — HCL Career Portal (Engagement of Trade Apprentices in MCP 2026)
https://hindustancopper.com/Page/Career_New
Advertisement HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 (PDF)
https://hindustancopper.com/Upload/Notice/0-639293279747275000-NoticeFILE.pdf
Hindustan Copper Limited
https://www.hindustancopper.com
Latest Updates
3 Nov
2026
🔔 HCL Malanjkhand Trade Apprentice 2026 notified — 171 seats, apply 5–24 November
Advt. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 for 10th and ITI pass candidates in 19 trades; merit-based selection, shortlist on 8 December 2026.
Apply on HCL PortalWho should apply
10th-pass candidates (for the two mining trades) and 10th + ITI candidates in the matching trade, aged 18–25 as on 1 November 2026. Candidates with Diploma or engineering degrees cannot apply. Training is at Malanjkhand, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh.
