The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 29 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This apprenticeship program is offered for a 12-month training period across multiple units of IIT Delhi. Eligible candidates holding Graduate or Diploma qualifications can apply online through the NATS 2.0 portal from 29 December 2025 to 19 January 2026.
This opportunity is ideal for fresh graduates and diploma holders seeking hands-on training experience at one of India’s premier technical institutes.
IIT Delhi Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization Name: Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi)
- Post Name: Apprentices
- Total Vacancies: 29
- Training Duration: 12 Months
- Application Mode: Online (NATS 2.0 Portal)
- Job Location: IIT Delhi Campuses
Important Dates
- Start Date for Online Application: 29 December 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: 19 January 2026
- The cut-off date for determining age and educational qualifications is 19 January 2026.
Vacancy Details
The 29 apprenticeship positions are distributed across various units as follows:
Unit-wise Vacancy Distribution
- Administration / Accounts / IIT Hospital: 10 Posts
- Estate & Works (Civil, Electrical, Horticulture, etc.): 10 Posts
- Hostels / Guest Houses: 9 Posts
Category-wise Summary
- UR: 17
- SC: 3
- OBC: 6
- EWS: 3
- PwD: 2 posts reserved for Visually Impaired candidates
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications based on the unit applied for:
- Administration / Accounts / IIT Hospital:
Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Arts, Commerce, Science, Secretarial Practice, Modern Office Management, Pharmacy, or Physiotherapy. - Estate & Works:
Graduate or Diploma in Engineering / Technology - Hostels / Guest Houses:
Graduate or Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology
Important Qualification Conditions:
- The gap between the last date of application and passing the qualifying exam must not exceed two years
- Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training with any other organization are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be registered on the NATS 2.0 portal
Age Limit (as on 19 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Age Relaxation:
Upper age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates.
Salary / Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly consolidated stipend as follows:
- Degree Holders: ₹15,000 per month
- Diploma Holders: ₹12,000 per month
No additional allowances or benefits will be provided.
Application Fee
- No application fee is required for any category of candidates.
Selection Process
- Selection will be based purely on merit, calculated from the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree or diploma
- In case of a tie in marks:
- Preference will be given to the older candidate
- If the tie persists, the final decision will be taken by the competent authority
- Final selection is subject to document verification
Training Details
- Selected candidates will undergo 12 months of apprenticeship training at IIT Delhi
- Apprenticeship will not guarantee employment after completion
- No accommodation or travel facilities will be provided
- The entire engagement is governed by institute rules and the Apprentices Act
How to Apply
- Register on the NATS 2.0 Portal
- Complete the online application between 29 December 2025 and 19 January 2026
- Ensure correct entry of personal details as per Class 10 certificate
- Upload required documents in clear, readable format
- Submit the application before the closing date
Only applications submitted through the NATS 2.0 portal will be accepted.
General Instructions
- Candidates must attend document verification in person when called
- Providing false or incorrect information will lead to cancellation of candidature
- Apprentices must have an Aadhaar-linked bank account for DBT
- All communication will be sent via email only
- IIT Delhi reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process without notice
