Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) has released the notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 on its official apprenticeship portal. Applicants can check the detailed notification carefully. The notification comprises important dates, trade/discipline-wise openings, and qualification details for each post. Applicants can apply for GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 from 27th August to 5th September 2026.
GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
For the 2026 apprenticeship cycle, Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited has issued openings across two of its plant locations — Baroda and Dahej — inviting applications for apprenticeship training under various trades. The apprenticeship is aimed at ITI, Diploma, and Graduate Engineering/Commerce candidates seeking hands-on industrial training in a chemical plant environment. All interested candidates should check the complete list of trades carefully and apply within the application window through their registered apprenticeship (GIF) portal login.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) |
| Recruitment Type | Apprentice (ITI Trade / Technician-Diploma / Graduate Engineer / Graduate) |
| Plant Locations | Baroda, Dahej |
| Apply Start Date | 27th August 2026 |
| Apply End Date | 5th September 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online (through apprenticeship portal – “Your GIF” login) |
| Category | ITI, Diploma, Graduate/Postgraduate Apprenticeship |
Latest Update on GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- GACL has released fresh apprentice openings for its Baroda and Dahej plants on 27th August 2026.
- The application window is open from 27th August 2026 and will close on 5th September 2026.
- Openings span ITI trades (AOCP, Fitter, Electrician, MMCP, IMCP, LACP, COPA, IM), Technician (Diploma) apprenticeships, and Graduate Engineer apprenticeships.
- Additional openings for Apprentice Accountant and Apprentice Junior Data Associate have also been notified at the Baroda plant.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Start Date | 27th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 5th September 2026 |
GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Trade-Wise Openings
GACL has announced apprentice openings separately for its Baroda and Dahej plants across ITI trades, Technician (Diploma) categories, and Graduate Engineer disciplines. Candidates can check the complete trade-wise list and the qualification required for each below.
Baroda Plant
| Trade / Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Apprentice Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) – AOCP | ITI (AOCP) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Fitter | ITI (Fitter) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Electrician | ITI (Electrician) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Maintenance Mechanic Chemical Plant (MMCP) | ITI (MMCP) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Instrument Mechanic Chemical Plant (IMCP) | ITI (IMCP) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Laboratory Assistant Chemical Plant (LACP) | ITI (LACP) through NCVT/GCVT, OR B.Sc. (Chemistry) with Physics, Chemistry & Maths/Biology |
| Apprentice Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | ITI (COPA) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Graduate Chemical Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Chemical), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Mechanical Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Electrical Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Electrical), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Civil Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Civil), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Instrumentation Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Instrumentation), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Computer/IT Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Computer/IT), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Chemical Engineer | Diploma in Chemical Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Civil Engineer | Diploma in Civil Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Electrical Engineer | Diploma in Electrical Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Accountant | B.Com, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Junior Data Associate | Any Graduate with fluency in computer software |
Dahej Plant
| Trade / Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Apprentice Graduate Electrical Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Electrical), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP) | ITI (AOCP) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Electrician | ITI (Electrician) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Fitter | ITI (Fitter) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Instrument Mechanic Chemical Plant (IMCP) | ITI (IMCP) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Instrument Mechanic (IM) | ITI (IM) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Maintenance Mechanic Chemical Plant (MMCP) | ITI (MMCP) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Laboratory Assistant Chemical Plant (LACP) | ITI (LACP) through NCVT/GCVT, OR B.Sc. (Chemistry) with Physics, Chemistry & Maths/Biology |
| Apprentice Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | ITI (COPA) through NCVT or GCVT |
| Apprentice Accountant | B.Com, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Mechanical Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Chemical Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Chemical), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Instrumentation Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Instrumentation), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Environment Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Environment), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Apprentice Graduate Civil Engineer | B.E./B.Tech (Civil), full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Mechanical Engineer | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Electrical Engineer | Diploma in Electrical Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Chemical Engineer | Diploma in Chemical Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
| Technician Apprentice Computer Engineer | Diploma in Computer Engineering, full time, from a Government-recognized university |
GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is defined trade-wise rather than through a single common qualification, since the openings cover ITI, Diploma, and Graduate-level apprenticeships together. Candidates should check the qualification required for their specific trade/post carefully before applying, as detailed in the trade-wise tables above. Broadly, the qualification categories are:
- ITI Trade Apprentices (AOCP, Fitter, Electrician, MMCP, IMCP, LACP, COPA, IM) — ITI in the relevant trade through NCVT or GCVT.
- Technician (Diploma) Apprentices — Full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a Government-recognized institution.
- Graduate Engineer Apprentices — Full-time B.E./B.Tech in the relevant discipline from a Government-recognized university.
- Apprentice Accountant — Full-time B.Com from a Government-recognized university.
- Apprentice Junior Data Associate — Any Graduate with fluency in computer software.
Note: Age limit, stipend, and reservation-related details have not been specified in the available notification; candidates are advised to refer to the official GACL apprenticeship notice/portal for these particulars.
GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Application Process
Candidates interested in the GACL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are required to apply online through their apprenticeship portal (GIF) login within the notified window. A general step-by-step process is outlined below.
Step 1: Log in to your registered apprenticeship portal (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme/GIF login).
Step 2: Search for GACL’s notified openings under “Baroda” or “Dahej” location.
Step 3: Select the trade/post matching your qualification (ITI/Diploma/Graduate).
Step 4: Fill in personal, educational, and contact details as required.
Step 5: Upload the necessary documents, including educational certificates and photograph, as prompted by the portal.
Step 6: Submit the application before the closing date of 5th September 2026.
Step 7: Save/download the confirmation of submission for future reference.
