Recruitment Overview

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has released an official recruitment notification (Dated: 04.11.2026) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the engagement of 200 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.

• Organization Name: National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) [Enrollment ID: EWBPNC096867]
• Aegis: National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), Board of Practical Training (BOPT – Eastern Region)
• Date of Notification: 04 November 2026
• Post Name: Graduate Apprentice
• Total Vacancies: 200 Posts (State-wise seat distribution detailed below)
• Apprenticeship Duration: 12 Months
• Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000/- per month (NICL share: ₹8,850/-; Government DBT share: ₹6,150/-)
• Application Mode: Online via NATS Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in/index.php)
• Opening Date of Online Application: 04 November 2026
• Closing Date for Online Application: 18 November 2026
• Official Website: https://www.nationalinsurance.nic.co.in

State-Wise Vacancy Details

(Note: The number of seats is provisional and may vary according to company requirements.)

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

1. Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.

2. Educational Qualifications (As on 01.04.2026)

• Candidates must have passed Graduation (Regular – Full-time) in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution approved by AICTE/DOTE/UGC.
• Candidates must possess their degree certificate as on 01.04.2026.
• Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must have a 100% complete profile on the NATS Apprenticeship portal.
• Ineligibility Conditions:
  • Candidates possessing a Post-Graduate Degree or integrated PG course.
  • Candidates with one year or more of work experience in any Government, Government Undertaking, or Private organization as on 01.04.2026.
  • Candidates who have already undergone or are currently pursuing Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

3. Age Limit (As on 01.04.2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years
• Born not earlier than 01.04.1996 and not later than 01.04.2005 (both days inclusive).
• Age Relaxations:
  • SC/ST candidates: 5 years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years
  • PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 years
  • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
  • PwBD (OBC): 13 years

Selection Procedure

• Shortlisting: Shortlisting is managed by the Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) based on the percentage of marks secured in the qualifying Graduate Degree Examination.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via their registered email IDs to appear in person for document verification at designated NICL offices.
• Final Engagement: Subject to successful document verification against original records and vacancy availability. No TA/DA will be paid for document verification.

How to Apply via NATS Portal

Thozhil Vaarthakal Pro-Tip: Ensure your NATS profile is 100% complete and all documents (Degree/Provisional certificate, consolidated marksheet, bank passbook, photograph) are correctly uploaded before searching and applying for NICL.

1. Visit the official NATS portal at **https://nats.education.gov.in/index.php**.
2. For First-Time Users: Complete Student Registration under ‘Category B’ to generate your 12-digit unique Enrollment Number.
3. For Registered Users: Log in using your email ID and password under ‘Category A’.
4. Navigate to “Apply against advertised vacancies”, search for “NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD” (Establishment ID: EWBPNC096867), and click Apply.
5. Compulsorily enter your exact percentage of marks (% of marks / CGPA x10) in the NATS portal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the monthly stipend for NICL Graduate Apprentices?

A: Apprentices receive a total monthly stipend of ₹15,000/- (comprising ₹8,850/- paid by NICL and ₹6,150/- via Government DBT).

Q2: Can post-graduates apply for this apprenticeship?

A: No. Candidates possessing a Post-Graduate Degree or an integrated postgraduate course are ineligible.

Q3: Is work experience mandatory or allowed?

A: Candidates with one year or more of work experience in any Government, PSU, or Private organization as on 01.04.2026 are not eligible. Fresh graduates are preferred.

Q4: What is the last date to submit online applications?

A: The last date for online registration on the NATS portal is 18 November 2026.

Important Dates

Official Links & Portals

Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to thoroughly verify all eligibility criteria, educational requirements, age limits, and guidelines against the official National Insurance Company Limited notification before applying.

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