HCL Malanjkhand Copper Project Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Mini Ratna Category-I company under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has released the official notification for the engagement of Trade Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. The Malanjkhand Copper Project (MCP), located in the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, invites applications from eligible candidates across India. This recruitment aims to provide skill-based training to candidates and improve their employability in various technical and non-technical trades.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment drive is offering a total of 167 vacancies across multiple trades. The posts include Mate (Mines), Blaster (Mines), Diesel Mechanic, Fitter, Turner/Mechanist, Welder, Electrician, Draughtsman (Civil and Mechanical), Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA), Surveyor, AC & Refrigeration Mechanic, Mason, Carpenter, Plumber, Horticulture Assistant, Instrument Mechanic, and Solar Technician (Electrician). Each trade has a specific number of seats allocated for UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories.

Educational Qualification

For Mate (Mines) and Blaster (Mines), candidates must have passed the 10th/Matric examination under the 10+2 system or equivalent. For all other trades, candidates must have passed 10th/Matric along with ITI in the relevant trade from a recognized institute. Higher qualifications such as Diploma, B.E., or equivalent will not be considered. Similarly, graduates like B.A., B.Sc., or B.Com will not get any additional weightage in selection.

Age Limit

The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum is 25 years as on the cut-off date (07.08.2025). Age relaxation is applicable—5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates, as per government norms.

Selection Process

Selection will be purely based on merit. For trades requiring ITI qualification, 30% weightage will be given to ITI marks and 70% to 10th marks. For trades not requiring ITI (Mate and Blaster), 100% weightage will be given to 10th marks. In the case of a tie in marks, the candidate with the higher age will be preferred.

Stipend and Training Duration

The training duration varies by trade—from 1 year to 3 years. The stipend will be paid as per the rules of the Apprenticeship Act. This is a training opportunity and does not guarantee employment in HCL after completion.

Application Process

The application process involves two steps. First, candidates must register themselves on the Apprenticeship India Portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and obtain a registration number. Second, candidates must apply online through the HCL official website (www.hindustancopper.com) by filling out the application form and uploading the required documents. Both steps are mandatory.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 07.08.2025
• Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification: 07.08.2025
• Application Closing Date: 27.08.2025
• Publication of Shortlisted Candidates: 04.09.2025

Documents Required

Applicants must upload a recent passport-size photo, signature in English (black ink), and an affidavit (if applicable) in the prescribed format. The affidavit is required for candidates who passed ITI before 2023, confirming that they have not undergone apprenticeship training earlier and have not been employed anywhere.

General Instructions

Applicants are advised to apply well before the last date and to keep their email ID and mobile number active until the completion of the process. The company may increase or decrease the number of vacancies as per requirements. This is purely a training program and does not guarantee future employment in Hindustan Copper Limited.