NICL Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 200 Posts

National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has officially released the recruitment notification for 200 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications via the official National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.

NICL Graduate Apprentices Overview & Important Dates

NICL Graduate Apprentices Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Regular full-time Graduation Degree (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.E./B.Tech., BBA, BCA, etc.) from an AICTE/UGC/DOTE recognized institution. The degree must be completed and certificate possessed on or before April 1, 2026.

• Age Limit (as of April 1, 2026): 21 to 30 years (Born between April 1, 1996, and April 1, 2005). Upper age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per GOI norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC-NCL: 3 years, PwBD: 10–15 years).

• Ineligibility: Candidates with Postgraduate degrees, those currently undergoing or having previously completed apprenticeship training, or those with 1 year or more of work experience as of April 1, 2026, are not eligible.

NICL Graduate Apprentices State-wise Vacancy Breakdown

Candidates can apply for only one state.

• Assam: 30

• Gujarat: 22

• Chhattisgarh: 20

• Rajasthan: 20

• Uttar Pradesh: 14

• Punjab: 12

• Madhya Pradesh: 12

• West Bengal: 10

• Tamil Nadu: 10

• Jharkhand: 10

• Karnataka: 10

• Kerala: 10

• Maharashtra: 10

• Uttarakhand: 10

NICL Graduate Apprentices Selection Process & Application Steps

1. Merit-based Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in their qualifying graduation examination.

2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via registered email for physical document verification.

How to Apply Online:

1. Register and complete your student profile (100% completion) on the official NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in).

2. Search for Establishment Name: NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD (Establishment ID: EWBPNC096867).

3. Apply against the advertised vacancy for your preferred state before November 18, 2026.

Part 1: Step-by-Step NATS 2.0 Portal Registration & Application Guide

Applications for the NICL Graduate Apprentice recruitment must be completed on the official NATS 2.0 Portal (nats.education.gov.in).

Phase A: Basic Registration & Aadhaar e-KYC

1. Access the Portal: Visit nats.education.gov.in. Click on the Student tab on the top-right corner and select Student Register.

2. Aadhaar e-KYC: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and generate an OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Upon OTP verification, your basic personal details (Name, Date of Birth, Gender) and photo will be automatically fetched from UIDAI.

3. APAAR / Digilocker Linkage: Link your APAAR ID (Academic Bank of Credits) to seamlessly fetch verified marksheets/degree certificates via Digilocker.

4. Account Creation: Provide your active email ID, mobile number, and set a secure password. Submit to receive an activation link/OTP, then log into your dashboard.

Phase B: Completing 100% Student Profile

After logging in, complete all profile sections sequentially:

• Step 1: Personal Information: Fill in your Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, and Category (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD).

• Step 2: Educational Qualifications:

  • Select your Regular Full-Time Graduation Degree (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.E./B.Tech., BBA, BCA, etc.).

  • Enter your University/College details, Passing Month & Year (must be on or before April 1, 2026).

  • Critical Step: Enter your aggregate percentage in the % of marks / CGPA x 10 field. If your university uses CGPA/OGPA, apply your university's official conversion formula to calculate and enter the exact percentage up to 2 decimal places. Applications missing the percentage will be rejected.

• Step 3: Communication Address: Fill in your Permanent and Present addresses.

• Step 4: Bank Account Details: Ensure your personal bank account is linked with your Aadhaar for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of the ₹6,150 Govt. stipend share.

• Step 5: Document Uploads & Profile Submission: Upload missing certificates/photos (if not pulled automatically via Digilocker), preview your completed details, and click Final Submit to obtain your 12-digit NATS Student Enrollment ID.

Phase C: Applying for NICL Opportunity

1. Go to your Student Dashboard and click Apply Against Yearly Requirements / Apprenticeship Opportunities.

2. Search for Establishment Name: NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD (Establishment ID: EWBPNC096867).

3. Select the advertisement for one preferred state (out of the 14 eligible states).

4. Click Apply and verify that your application status updates to "Applied" before November 18, 2026.

Part 2: Document Verification (DV) Checklist & Requirements

Candidates shortlisted based on graduation aggregate percentage will receive an official notification via registered email with details regarding the date, time, and designated NICL office venue for physical verification.

Mandatory Original Documents & Self-Attested Photocopies

Important Notes for DV:

• Zero Discrepancy Rule: Candidate's name, parents' names, and DOB on all educational marksheets must match the Aadhaar Card and NATS profile exactly.

• No TA/DA: NICL will not reimburse travel allowance or boarding/lodging expenses incurred during physical document verification.