Eastern Coalfields Limited — Ministry of Coal
The Eastern Coalfields Limited has issued an official recruitment notification for ITI Apprentice, announcing a total of 140 vacancies located in West Bengal. The online application window opens on 25 June 2026 and closes on 31 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold ITI Pass in relevant trade and be within the prescribed age limit of Not specified, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 9,600 - Rs. 10,560 per month. The selection procedure comprises Merit based on marks in ITI, followed by document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 25 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
31 Jul 2026
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| Post Name | ITI Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 140 |
| Qualification | ITI Pass in relevant trade |
| Age Limit | Not specified |
| Salary | Rs. 9,600 - Rs. 10,560 per month |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Merit based on marks in ITI, followed by document verification. |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 31 Jul 2026)
Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released a notification for the engagement of 140 ITI Apprentices across three trades. This apprenticeship program is intended for candidates from West Bengal and Jharkhand who are registered on the NAPS portal. The training period is for one year.
| Trade | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 60 |
| Electrician | 60 |
| Welder | 20 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2026-06-25 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 2026-07-31 |
The monthly stipend is fixed at Rs. 10,560 for Electrician and Fitter, and Rs. 9,600 for Welder trades.
Selection will be merit-based, determined by the marks obtained in the qualifying ITI examination. In the event of a tie, the year of passing, date of birth, and date of NAPS registration will be used as sequential tie-breakers.
Important Note: Applications must reach the HRD office by 31 July 2026. Online or email submissions are not accepted. Candidates who previously applied against notification no. ECL/HRD/DIS/2025/532 need not re-apply.
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