IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026
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The IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification has been announced by IREL (India) Limited. Candidates also search it as IREL Tradesman Trainee Online Form 2026. Apply online for IREL Tradesman Trainee Vacancy 2026 via www.irel.co.in. Applicants who want to apply for IREL Tradesman Trainee Notification 2026 should check out the complete details which mention below.

IREL Tradesman Trainee Recruitment 2026 Short Overview :
| Organization Name | IREL (India) Limited |
| Name of the Posts | Tradesman Trainee |
| Number of vacancy | 131 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Category | Govt. Jobs |
| Job Location | All India |
| Who Can Apply | All India |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | Minimum Age : 18 Years
Maximum Age : 23 Years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST – 5 Years
OBC – 3 Years |
| Salary | ₹34,200 per month |
| Selection Mode | CBT + Skill/Trade Test |
| Application Fees | For GEN/ OBC/ EWS : ₹826
For SC/ST/PwD/Women : ₹354 |
| Official Website | www.irel.co.in |
| Starting Date to Submit Application Form | 19/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 09/11/2026 |
Vacancy Details :
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Tradesman Trainee (Fitter) | 93 |
| Tradesman Trainee (Electrician) | 12 |
| Tradesman Trainee (Instrumentation) | 6 |
| Tradesman Trainee (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) | 20 |
| Total | 131 |
Unit-Wise Vacancy Details
| IREL Unit / Location | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| OSCOM, Chhatarpur, Odisha | 40 |
| Chavara, Kerala | 33 |
| Manavalakurichi, Tamil Nadu | 24 |
| RED, Aluva, Kerala | 25 |
| REPM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 5 |
| RETTP, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 4 |
| Total | 131 |
Education Qualification :
| Trade | Essential Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | ITI/NAC in Fitter trade | 2 years in Fitter trade/discipline |
| Electrician | ITI/NAC in Electrician trade and valid statutory licence | 2 years in Electrician trade/discipline |
| Instrumentation | ITI/NAC in Instrumentation trade | 2 years in Instrumentation trade/discipline |
| Attendant Operator Chemical Plant | ITI/NAC in AOCP trade OR 10+2 Science with Chemistry and minimum 50% aggregate marks | 2 years in chemical or allied process industry |
Application Fee :
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / General | ₹826 |
| EWS | ₹826 |
| OBC (NCL) | ₹826 |
| SC / ST | ₹354 |
| PwBD | ₹354 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹354 |
| Women Candidates | ₹354 |
| IREL Internal Candidates | ₹354 |
Age Limit As On 09/11/2026 :
Minimum Age – 18 Years
Maximum Age : 35 Years
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | No Relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Regular Govt./PSU Employees | 5 Years |
| IREL Internal Candidates | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per prescribed rules |
Salary Details :
EL provides a stipend during training and a different pay structure following successful completion and absorption.
During Training
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Monthly Stipend: ₹34,200
- HRA: As applicable, if company bachelor accommodation is not provided
- Medical Benefits: As per applicable company rules
After Successful Training
Candidates may be absorbed into the regular Tradesman position in W-3 grade.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Post After Absorption | Tradesman |
| Grade | W-3 |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,000–₹88,000 |
| Approximate Annual CTC | ₹6.5 Lakh |
| Additional Benefits | DA, HRA, Medical, PF, Gratuity, Pension and other applicable benefits |
The approximate annual CTC is calculated using the assumptions in the notification and may vary depending on the actual place of posting.
Selection Process :
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Skill Test / Trade Test, as applicable
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Appointment, subject to all conditions
IREL Computer Based Test Exam Pattern
The written examination will be objective-type, conducted through CBT for 2 hours.
| Section | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section I | Professional Knowledge (Relevant Trade) | 100 | 100 |
| Section II | General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability and English | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Exam Pattern Highlights
- Examination Duration: 120 Minutes
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 150
- Each Correct Answer: 1 Mark
- Negative Marking: No
- Exam Language: Hindi and English
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 50% in each section |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL | 45% in each section |
Candidates qualifying in the CBT may be shortlisted for the skill test at a ratio of 1:5 against the available vacancies.
The skill test is qualifying in nature. Final selection among candidates who qualify in the skill test will be based on CBT marks only.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Examination Centres
The official notification specifies the following tentative CBT examination centres.
| State | Examination Centres |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Nagpur |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Berhampur |
| Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Kochi |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Indore |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Nagercoil |
| Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada |
Candidates can select two preferred examination centres. However, the company reserves the right to allocate or change examination centres.
Important Dates :
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Published | 16 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Registration Starting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 9 November 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 6:00 PM |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 9 November 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | To Be Announced |
| Skill Test Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | To Be Announced |
