South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has officially released the SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification, inviting online applications from eligible graduates and diploma holders for 1553 apprentice positions. This recruitment drive offers one-year apprenticeship training in various technical and administrative streams under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the financial year 2025–26.

The application process began on July 14, 2025, and will remain open till July 28, 2025 (up to midnight). Interested candidates must register on the NATS portal and apply via the official SECL website.

 SECL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Key Highlights

📊 SECL Apprentice Vacancy 2025 – Post-Wise Distribution

SECL has released 1553 total apprentice posts in different disciplines. Here’s the detailed vacancy breakup:

✅ Eligibility Criteria for SECL Apprenticeship 2025

To be eligible for the SECL Apprentice 2025 program, candidates must fulfill the following:

🎓 Educational Qualification

• Graduate Apprentice: Must hold a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university/institution.

• Technician Apprentice: Must have completed a 3-year Diploma in the respective field.

Note: All qualifications must be full-time (regular mode) as approved by AICTE/UGC.

🗓️ Year of Passing

• Degree/Diploma should have been completed within the last 5 years.

🔞 Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years as on 14th July 2025

• No upper age limit has been specified.

⚠️ Restrictions

• Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or have postgraduate qualifications or are employed for more than 1 year are not eligible.

💼 SECL Apprentice Stipend 2025

Note: The stipend will be disbursed equally by SECL and the Government (via Direct Benefit Transfer).

📥 How to Apply – SECL Apprentice Application Process 2025

To apply for the SECL Apprentice positions, follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. Register on NATS Portal:
   Visit nats.education.gov.in, register as a student, and complete your profile.

2. Apply on SECL Website:
   Go to www.secl-cil.in
   Navigate to Human Resource > HRD > Apprentice section.

3. Login and Fill Form:
   Log in with your credentials and fill out the online application form.

4. Upload Documents:
   Upload scanned copies of required certificates (educational, ID proof, etc.)

5. Submit:
   Submit the form and take a printout or save the confirmation for future reference.

🕛 Deadline: All applications must be submitted by July 28, 2025, midnight. No offline applications will be accepted.

📑 Documents Required

📋 Selection Process – SECL Apprentice 2025

The selection of candidates will be purely merit-based, determined by the marks secured in their qualifying degree/diploma. The process involves:

1. Merit List Preparation

2. Document Verification

3. Medical Fitness Test

The final selection list will be published on the official website after all stages are completed.