Indian apprenticeship drive launched by Indian Oil and RailTel

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) issued an official notice for the recruitment of 1,450 apprentices across trade, technician and data‑entry categories. Applications opened on 14 July and close on 12 August. Candidates must be aged 18‑24, meet specific educational qualifications for each discipline, and register on the NAT​S/NAPS portal. Shortlisted applicants will be notified on 20 August.

RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL) announced 40 apprenticeship positions in electronics, telecommunications, computer science, and electrical engineering. Applications began on 28 July and will be accepted until 27 August. Eligible candidates must be 18‑27 years old, hold a relevant graduate or diploma degree with at least 60 % marks, and register through the official NAT​S portal. Stipends are ₹14,000 per month for graduate apprentices and ₹12,000 for diploma apprentices. Selected trainees will be posted at corporate offices in New Delhi/Gurgaon and various regional locations across India.