NICL Recruitment 2026: National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has invited applications for 200 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). Tamil Nadu has 10 seats. Any graduate can apply, and the monthly stipend is Rs.15,000 for 12 months. Applications are open from 4 to 18 November 2026 on the NATS portal. Shortlisting is by your graduation percentage, with no written test mentioned. This is apprenticeship training, not a regular job.
NICL Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Insurance Company Limited (Govt. of India Undertaking), Kolkata |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Seats | 200 (provisional) |
| Tamil Nadu seats | 10 |
| Qualification | Regular full-time graduation in any discipline |
| Age | 21 to 30 years (as on 01-04-2026) |
| Training period | 12 months |
| Stipend | Rs.15,000 per month |
| Selection | Merit by graduation percentage, then document verification |
| Last date | 18 November 2026 |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notice |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 04-11-2026 |
| Last date for online registration | 18-11-2026 |
| Document verification | Call letter sent to your registered email |
State-wise Seats
| State | Seats |
|---|---|
| Assam | 30 |
| Rajasthan | 20 |
| Jharkhand | 10 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 14 |
| Chhattisgarh | 20 |
| Uttarakhand | 10 |
| Gujarat | 22 |
| West Bengal | 10 |
| Karnataka | 10 |
| Punjab | 12 |
| Kerala | 10 |
| Tamil Nadu | 10 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12 |
| Maharashtra | 10 |
| Grand total | 200 |
Seats are provisional and can change. You can apply for one state only, and the company can allot any district within the state you choose. The notice does not give a category-wise split, and reservation for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PwBD follows the Apprentices Act guidelines.
Educational Qualification
- A regular, full-time graduation in any discipline from a university or institution recognised by AICTE, DOTE or UGC.
- You must have passed and hold the degree certificate as on 01-04-2026.
- You need a 100% complete profile on the NATS portal.
- Not eligible: holders of a postgraduate or integrated postgraduate degree, graduates of institutions not approved by AICTE/DOTE/UGC, anyone with 1 year or more of work experience (government, PSU or private) as on 01-04-2026, and anyone who has done, is doing or was terminated from an apprenticeship earlier, with NICL or any other organisation.
Age Limit
| Category | Age (as on 01-04-2026) |
|---|---|
| General | 21 to 30 years (born between 01-04-1996 and 01-04-2005, both inclusive) |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC (non-creamy layer) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwBD (General / EWS) | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years relaxation |
OBC candidates in the creamy layer must apply as General. The OBC non-creamy layer certificate must be issued between 01-04-2026 and the date of engagement.
Stipend and Terms
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly stipend | Rs.15,000 |
| Paid by NICL | Rs.8,850 per month |
| Government share (DBT) | Rs.6,150 per month, credited to your bank account |
| Duration | 12 months, and the contract ends on expiry |
| Leave | 1 day per month, carried forward, up to 4 days at a time; other absence is deducted pro-rata |
| Other benefits | None. PF, ESI and bonus do not apply; no TA/DA for document verification and no boarding or lodging |
Apprentices are not NICL employees. The company has no obligation to offer a job during or after the training.
Selection Process
- The Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) shortlists candidates from the NATS application data, based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying graduation (up to two decimals). Convert CGPA, OGPA or GPA to a percentage as the university does.
- If the percentage is equal, the older candidate ranks higher.
- Shortlisted candidates get an email and appear in person for document verification at an NICL office.
- Final engagement happens only after verification and a signed Contract of Apprenticeship that is approved on the NATS portal.
Being called for verification does not guarantee selection. The notice mentions no written test or interview.
How to Apply
Apply only on the NATS portal. NICL’s enrolment ID is EWBPNC096867.
| If you are already on NATS | If you are new to NATS |
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You must enter your percentage of marks in the “% of marks / CGPAx10” column. Without it, your application is not considered. Use an email ID that stays active, because all messages go there.
Documents Needed
Upload these to your NATS profile, and make sure your name, parents’ names, Aadhaar number and qualification match your certificates:
- Degree certificate
- Provisional certificate
- Consolidated mark sheet
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook in your own name
- Latest passport-size photograph
Bring the originals and self-attested copies for verification.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Website (NICL) | CLICK HERE |
| Notification PDF | DOWNLOAD NOW |
| Application Link (NATS Portal) | APPLY NOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apprentice posts does NICL have in 2026?
200 in total, with 10 in Tamil Nadu.
What is the last date to apply?
18 November 2026.
What is the stipend?
Rs.15,000 per month for 12 months.
What is the qualification?
A regular full-time degree in any discipline, passed by 1 April 2026.
Is there an exam?
No exam is mentioned. Shortlisting is by graduation percentage, followed by document verification.
Is it a permanent job?
No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship with no assured job.
Can I apply in more than one state?
No. You can apply for one state only.
About This Information
This article summarises the NICL notice “Engagement of 200 Graduate Apprentices” dated 4 November 2026. This website is not affiliated with NICL, BOPT or NATS. We do not charge any fee for jobs or applications. Seats and dates can change, so confirm everything on the official NICL and NATS sites before you apply. If you find an error, tell us and we will correct it.
