Eastern Coalfields Limited 2025 ITI Apprentices Recruitment

Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) has released a new recruitment notification for ITI Apprentices. A total of 280 apprentice vacancies are available in different trades. Interested candidates are advised to carefully go through the notification and check details such as eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age requirements, and other important conditions before applying. The last date to submit the application form is 26th September 2025.

Eligible applicants can apply by visiting the official website of Eastern Coalfields Limited. The application form and detailed notification are available in the recruitment or career section of the site. After the selection process is completed, shortlisted candidates will be appointed in West Bengal.

ECL will also provide further updates related to this recruitment such as syllabus, answer keys, merit list, admit cards, shortlisted candidates, and final results. All official updates will be published on the company’s website.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment is for ITI Apprentices in different trades. All positions are full-time and located at Dishergarh, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal – 713333. The trade-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

• Fitter – 120 Posts
• Electrician – 120 Posts
• COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) – 20 Posts
• Welder – 20 Posts

In total, there are 280 apprentice vacancies.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a valid ITI Certificate in the relevant trade.
• The ITI qualification must be recognized, and the candidate should be registered on the NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) portal under the respective trade.
• A minimum of 40% marks in ITI is required.
• The maximum age limit is 45 years as on the closing date of application.
• Age relaxations for reserved categories will apply as per government rules.

Stipend

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend in the range of ₹7,000 to ₹7,700, depending on the trade and apprenticeship rules.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based purely on eligibility and merit. Complete details regarding the selection method and any applicable application fee are provided in the official notification. Applicants must carefully read the guidelines before submitting their forms.

How to Apply

• Candidates must apply in the prescribed application format.
• The application form should be filled correctly and accompanied by the required documents, including:
  • Educational certificates
  • Proof of age
  • Caste certificate (if applicable)
  • Other supporting documents
• The completed application should be sent by Speed Post or Registered Post to the following address:

Office of the General Manager (HRD)
Dishergarh, Paschim Bardhaman
West Bengal – 713333

• The application must reach the office on or before 26th September 2025. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 17th August 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 26th September 2025

For detailed instructions, candidates should carefully read the official notification available on the ECL website.

About Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL)

Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) is a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. It was established in 1975 after the nationalization of coal mines and has its headquarters at Sanctoria, West Bengal.

ECL manages a large number of underground and open-cast coal mines across West Bengal and Jharkhand. The company plays a vital role in ensuring coal supply to industries and power plants throughout India.

In addition to coal production, ECL focuses on:

• Safe mining practices
• Environmental sustainability
• Welfare of employees
• Community development

The company also emphasizes modernization, adoption of new technologies, and corporate social responsibility.