Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Class 10th Marksheet and Certificate.

• Relevant ITI Marksheet and Certificate, wherever required.

• Aadhaar Card / Aadhaar details.

• Apprenticeship India Registration Number.

• Apprenticeship Portal Profile / Application Details.

• Recent Passport-Size Photograph.

• Candidate's Signature in English using black ink.

• Affidavit for candidates who passed ITI in 2025 or earlier, wherever applicable.

• Caste Certificate, if applicable.

• Other documents required during verification.

Q1. How many vacancies are available in HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A total of 171 Trade Apprentice vacancies have been announced across 19 trades.

Q2. What is the advertisement number?

The advertisement number is HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026.

Q3. What is the last date to apply online?

The last date to apply online is 24 November 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for HCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 25 years as on 01 November 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.

Q5. Can 10th-pass candidates apply without ITI?

Yes. The notified eligibility details list Mate Mines (Fresher), Shotfirer / Blaster (Mines) and Driver-cum-Mechanic (LMV) without an ITI requirement.

Q6. What is the educational qualification for ITI trades?

Candidates must have passed Class 10th and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade for the specified ITI trades.

Q7. What is the selection process?

Selection is merit-based, followed by document verification and medical fitness.

Q8. Is there any written examination?

No separate written examination is prescribed in the notification. Selection is based on the prescribed academic merit.

Q9. What is the stipend for selected candidates?

The stipend will be paid according to the applicable Apprenticeship Rules. The exact monthly amount is not specified in the notification.

Q10. Is HCL Apprentice Recruitment a permanent government job?

No. This recruitment is for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. It does not guarantee permanent employment in Hindustan Copper Limited.

Q11. Is Apprenticeship India registration compulsory?

Yes. Candidates must complete registration on the Apprenticeship India Portal and also submit the HCL online application.

Q12. When will the shortlisted candidates list be published?

The shortlisted candidates list is scheduled to be published on 08 December 2026.

This article is prepared for informational purposes based on the HCL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying. The official Hindustan Copper Limited notification and recruitment portal will be final in case of any discrepancy regarding vacancies, eligibility, age limit, training duration, stipend, selection process or other recruitment conditions.