NICL Graduate Apprentice Hiring 2026: 200 Posts, Stipend, Eligibility, How to Apply
Looking for a government insurance apprenticeship after graduation? NICL Graduate Apprentice Hiring 2026 is open for 200 graduate apprentices at National Insurance Company Limited, a Government of India undertaking, under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Any graduate aged 21 to 30 can apply, and the stipend is ₹15,000 a month for 12 months.
You apply for one state on the NATS portal by 18 November 2026. Shortlisting is based on your graduation marks, with no written test mentioned. Want more apprenticeships? See our guides to Indian Bank Graduate Apprentice Hiring 2026, ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026, RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
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NICL Graduate Apprentice Hiring 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Insurance Company Limited (NICL), a Government of India undertaking, Kolkata |
| Post | Graduate Apprentices under NATS |
| Total vacancies | 200 |
| Location | NICL offices in 14 states (in-office training) |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Stipend | ₹15,000 a month |
| Qualification | Regular, full-time graduation in any discipline |
| Age | 21 to 30 years as on 1 April 2026 |
| Mode of application | Online through the NATS portal |
| Last date | 18 November 2026 |
Eligibility
- Qualification: A regular, full-time graduation in any discipline from a university or institution recognised by AICTE, DOTE or UGC.
- Cut-off date: You must have passed and possess the degree certificate as on 1 April 2026. The notification names no specific pass-out year.
- Age: Born between 1 April 1996 and 1 April 2005 (both days included).
- Nationality: Citizen of India, subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who came before 1 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin from certain listed countries.
- Not eligible: Postgraduates and integrated postgraduates; graduates of institutions not recognised by AICTE, DOTE or UGC; anyone who has done or is doing an apprenticeship; and anyone with one year or more of work experience as on 1 April 2026.
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
State-wise Vacancies
Seats are provisional. You can apply for one state only, and NICL may allot any district in that state.
| State | Seats | State | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assam | 30 | Jharkhand | 10 |
| Gujarat | 22 | Karnataka | 10 |
| Chhattisgarh | 20 | Kerala | 10 |
| Rajasthan | 20 | Maharashtra | 10 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 14 | Tamil Nadu | 10 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12 | Uttarakhand | 10 |
| Punjab | 12 | West Bengal | 10 |
Stipend and Training
The apprenticeship lasts 12 months and pays ₹15,000 a month. NICL pays ₹8,850 each month and the Government pays ₹6,150 directly to your bank account through DBT. Apprentices are not NICL employees and get no PF, ESI, bonus or other allowances.
Selection Process
- Online application: Apply on NATS and enter your graduation percentage correctly.
- Shortlisting: The Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) shortlists candidates on percentage of marks in graduation (up to two decimal places). If marks are tied, the older candidate ranks higher.
- Document verification: Shortlisted candidates get a call letter by email and verify original documents in person at NICL offices. No TA/DA is paid.
- Final list: The final engagement list is prepared after verification, subject to vacancies in the state.
The notification mentions no written test or interview. Your graduation marks decide your shortlisting.
How to Apply for NICL Graduate Apprentice Hiring 2026
- Register on NATS. New users register at nats.education.gov.in as a Student, complete the enrolment form and get a 12-digit Enrolment Number. Your profile must be 100% complete.
- Upload documents. Upload your degree certificate, provisional certificate, consolidated mark sheet, Aadhaar card, bank passbook (in your name) and a recent passport-size photo.
- Enter your marks. Fill in the percentage of marks (or CGPA x 10) in your NATS profile. Without it your application will not be considered.
- Apply for NICL. Log in, go to “Apply against advertised vacancies”, search for “NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD” and click Apply. You can check the “applied” status afterwards.
Read the official notification before you apply: Notification PDF | NICL recruitment | Apply via NATS.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 4 November 2026 |
| Last date for online registration | 18 November 2026 |
| Document verification | Call letter sent to your registered email ID |
Tips for Applicants
- Choose your state carefully. You can apply for only one state.
- Match every detail to your documents. Your name, parents’ names, Aadhaar number and qualification in NATS must match your certificates.
- Enter your marks percentage. It is the basis of shortlisting.
- Keep originals ready. You need original documents and self-attested photocopies at verification.
- Apply early. Late or incomplete applications are rejected, and the company is not responsible for technical issues near the deadline.
- Compare more options. Also see Indian Bank, ONGC, RITES and ISRO SDSC SHAR apprenticeships.
Conclusion
This NICL apprenticeship is open to any graduate who has a regular degree as on 1 April 2026, with a ₹15,000 monthly stipend and a 12-month stint at a government insurer. It is training, not a permanent job. Complete your NATS profile and apply before 18 November 2026.
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FAQs
NICL Graduate Apprentice Hiring 2026 mein kitni vacancies hain?
National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) will engage 200 graduate apprentices across 14 states. Assam (30), Gujarat (22), Chhattisgarh (20) and Rajasthan (20) have the most seats.
NICL Apprentice ke liye kaun apply kar sakta hai?
Any graduate with a regular, full-time degree 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 1 April 2026, and be aged 21 to 30 on that date.
NICL Apprentice ka stipend kitna milega?
The stipend is ₹15,000 a month for 12 months. NICL pays ₹8,850 into your account and the Government pays ₹6,150 directly through DBT. Apprentices get no other allowances.
NICL Apprentice ki age limit kya hai?
You must be born between 1 April 1996 and 1 April 2005. The upper limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer). For PwBD candidates the relaxation is 10, 15 and 13 years for General/EWS, SC/ST and OBC.
Kya NICL Apprentice selection mein exam ya interview hota hai?
The notification mentions no written test or interview. Candidates are shortlisted on the percentage of marks in graduation, then called for document verification at NICL offices.
NICL Apprentice ke liye apply kaise karein?
Apply only through NATS (nats.education.gov.in). Create or log in to your student profile, search for “NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD” under advertised vacancies, and click Apply. Your profile must be 100% complete.
NICL Apprentice ki last date kya hai?
Online applications opened on 4 November 2026 and the last date is 18 November 2026.
Kya postgraduate ya experienced candidate apply kar sakta hai?
No. Postgraduates (including integrated PG), people who have already done or are doing an apprenticeship, and those with one year or more of work experience as on 1 April 2026 are not eligible.
Kya main ek se zyada state mein apply kar sakta hoon?
No. You can apply for one state only. NICL can allot you any district of the selected state as per its needs.
NICL Apprentice mein TA/DA ya rehne ki suvidha milti hai?
No. The notification says no TA/DA is paid for document verification and no boarding or lodging is admissible.
Kya NICL Apprentice permanent naukri hai?
No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices are not NICL employees, and the company has no obligation to offer you a job afterwards.
Disclaimer: This article reflects publicly available information as of November 2026, based on NICL’s official notification. Seats and rules can change. Please read the official notification carefully before you apply.
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