Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | WBPDCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, 60 posts, last date 10 December 2026
There is good news for young engineers — the West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL) has invited applications for 60 Technician Apprentice posts. The drive includes 30 Graduate Engineering Apprentices and 30 Diploma Engineering Apprentices in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation/Electronics and Mining disciplines.
Online applications will open on 20 November 2026 and close on 10 December 2026 on the official website, wbpdcl.co.in. Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training at WBPDCL power stations, projects and coal mines under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
WBPDCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Benefit | One year of apprenticeship training with hands-on experience at WBPDCL power stations, projects and coal mines |
| Total posts | 60 posts (Graduate 30 + Diploma 30) |
| Eligibility | Engineering Degree or Diploma in the relevant discipline; NATS registration required where applicable |
| Documents needed | Degree/Diploma certificate, marksheets, Class 10 certificate, NATS registration details, photograph, photo ID |
| Last date | 10 December 2026 (applications open 20 November 2026) |
| How to apply | Online only — www.wbpdcl.co.in |
How Many Posts Are There, and in Which Disciplines?
WBPDCL has advertised 60 posts in total — 30 in each of the Graduate and Diploma categories. Mechanical Engineering has the largest share of seats.
Graduate Engineering Apprentice — 30 Posts
| Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 12 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 |
| Instrumentation / Electronics Engineering | 5 |
| Mining Engineering | 3 |
| Total | 30 |
Diploma Engineering Apprentice — 30 Posts
| Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 13 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 |
| Instrumentation / Electronics Engineering | 7 |
| Total | 30 |
Note: the 3 Mining Engineering posts are only in the Graduate category; there is no Mining seat in the Diploma category.
Who Can Apply?
Graduate Apprentice posts are for candidates holding an Engineering Degree in the relevant discipline, and Diploma Apprentice posts are for candidates holding an Engineering Diploma in the relevant discipline. Recognition, minimum marks and year-of-passing conditions are given in the detailed advertisement — read it before applying.
Candidates who have not yet registered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) must complete their NATS registration before applying. Candidates already registered with the Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) can apply directly through the WBPDCL website.
ITI holders, please note: there is no separate ITI category in this recruitment — all 60 seats are for Graduate and Diploma Engineering candidates.
What About the Age Limit, Stipend and Selection Process?
The short notice does not specify the age limit, monthly stipend, application fee or selection process. This information has not yet been officially announced in the short notification — these details are given in the detailed advertisement on the WBPDCL website. Do not treat figures from older WBPDCL recruitments as the rules for this notification.
Please also note that this is apprenticeship training, not regular permanent employment. The training period is one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | 20 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 10 December 2026 |
| Selection schedule | To be announced |
| Document verification | To be announced |
The short notice does not state a closing time on 10 December, so do not wait for the last day — complete your application well in time.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official WBPDCL website, www.wbpdcl.co.in.
- Open the Careers or Recruitment section.
- Find Engagement Notification No. WBPDCL/Apprentice/2026/01 and read the detailed advertisement.
- Check the eligibility conditions for your Engineering discipline.
- If not already registered, complete NATS registration at nats.education.gov.in.
- Return to the WBPDCL website and open the apprenticeship application link.
- Fill in all required details and upload the documents.
- Submit your application before 10 December 2026 and save the confirmation for future reference.
Important Links
- WBPDCL official website: www.wbpdcl.co.in
- NATS portal: nats.education.gov.in
- Notification: Engagement Notification No. WBPDCL/Apprentice/2026/01 (Careers section, WBPDCL website)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are there in WBPDCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 60 posts in total — 30 Graduate Engineering Apprentices and 30 Diploma Engineering Apprentices.
Q2. When can I apply?
A: Online applications open on 20 November 2026 and the last date is 10 December 2026.
Q3. Which disciplines are eligible?
A: Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation/Electronics and Mining Engineering. Mining posts are only in the Graduate category.
Q4. Can ITI holders apply?
A: No, there is no separate ITI category in this recruitment. All 60 posts are for Graduate and Diploma Engineering candidates.
Q5. Is NATS registration required?
A: Yes, where applicable, complete your NATS registration before applying. Candidates already registered with the Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) can apply directly.
Sources: WBPDCL Engagement Notification No. WBPDCL/Apprentice/2026/01; WBPDCL official website www.wbpdcl.co.in; NATS portal nats.education.gov.in. Check the detailed advertisement for the age limit, stipend, fee and selection process.
