ICAR-National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB), Tiruchirappalli, has released the ICAR NRCB Recruitment 2026 notification for 20 Apprentice vacancies at its official website. The engagement is for Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices for a one-year Apprenticeship Training Programme under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973.
Online applications are being accepted from eligible Graduate/Diploma holders in Science/Engineering who passed out during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026. Candidates should check the discipline-wise vacancies, stipend and eligibility criteria before applying.
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ICAR NRCB Recruitment 2026 Out
The ICAR-NRCB Recruitment 2026 has been announced for a total of 20 Apprentice vacancies across eight disciplines under Graduate and Technician (Diploma) categories.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ICAR-National Research Centre for Banana (NRCB) |
| Recruitment Name | Engagement of Apprentices under Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973 |
| Notification Date | 27.08.2026 |
| Post Names | Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Training Duration | 1 (one) year |
| Job Location | Thogamalai Road, Thayanur Post, Tiruchirappalli – 620 102, Tamil Nadu |
| Mandatory Registration | MHRD NATS Portal (www.mhrdnats.gov.in) |
| Establishment ID | STNTCC089613 |
| Contact | 0431-2618125 |
ICAR NRCB Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Director, ICAR NRCB has invited online applications from eligible Graduate/Diploma holders in Science/Engineering for undergoing one year of Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices (Amendment) Act, 1973. Candidates should note that only those who passed out during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible to apply, and registration on the MHRD NATS Portal is mandatory for all applicants.
ICAR NRCB Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Discipline | Category | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. (Biotechnology) | Graduate | 2 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| B.Sc. (Botany) | Graduate | 2 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| B.Sc. (Life Science) | Graduate | 6 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| B.Sc. (Agriculture/Horticulture) | Graduate | 4 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| B.Sc. (Biochemistry) | Graduate | 1 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| B.Sc. (Chemistry) | Graduate | 1 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| BCA/B.Sc. (Computer Science) | Graduate | 2 | ₹12,300/- per month |
| Diploma (Agriculture/Horticulture) | Technician | 2 | ₹10,900/- per month |
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ICAR NRCB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for ICAR NRCB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the following qualification and registration requirements.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Years | B.Sc./Diploma passed only in the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 |
| Mandatory Registration | Registration on the MHRD NATS Portal (www.mhrdnats.gov.in) is compulsory for all applicants |
Minimum Educational Qualifications
| Category | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Category-I: Graduate Apprentices | A Degree (Regular, Full-time) in Biotechnology/Botany/Life Science/Agriculture/Horticulture/Biochemistry/Chemistry/BCA/Computer Science, granted by a statutory University/Deemed University in the relevant discipline, and UGC-approved |
| Category-II: Technician Apprentices | A Diploma (Regular, Full-time) in Agriculture/Horticulture, granted by a statutory University/Deemed University in the relevant discipline, and UGC-approved |
ICAR NRCB Recruitment 2026 Stipend
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (all disciplines) | ₹12,300/- per month |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma – Agriculture/Horticulture) | ₹10,900/- per month |
