HURL Gorakhpur Unit Apprenticeship 2025: Complete Guide for Technician & Graduate Trainees

Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL), a premier joint venture of India’s leading public sector companies, has released an official notification inviting applications for engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended) at its Gorakhpur Fertilizer Unit. This is a golden opportunity for young engineering and science graduates to gain hands-on industrial experience in a modern, state-of-the-art fertilizer manufacturing environment.

HURL, incorporated on 15th June 2016, is a joint venture of Coal India Limited (CIL), NTPC Limited (NTPC), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Fertilizer Corporation of India Limited (FCIL), and Hindustan Fertilizer Corporation Limited (HFCL). Its main objective is to establish and operate environment-friendly, energy-efficient Natural Gas-based fertilizer complexes producing Ammonia (2200 MTPD) and Urea (3850 MTPD), including neem-coated urea (1.27 MMTPA), across three locations: Gorakhpur (UP), Barauni (Bihar), and Sindri (Jharkhand).

Overview of HURL Gorakhpur Apprenticeship Program

The HURL apprenticeship program is designed to provide hands-on industrial training to fresh graduates and diploma holders in engineering and science disciplines. It is a one-year structured program under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended), aimed at bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical industrial exposure.

Key Objectives:

1. Impart practical knowledge of fertilizer production processes.
2. Develop skilled manpower for the Indian fertilizer industry.
3. Enhance employability through exposure to modern industrial practices.
4. Provide apprentices with insights into environment-friendly and energy-efficient industrial operations.

Important Dates

Areas of Training

HURL Gorakhpur Unit is offering apprenticeship training in two main categories:

1. Technician Apprentice (Diploma Holders)
2. Graduate Apprentice (Science Graduates)

Table A: Technician Apprentice

Total Technician Apprentice Vacancies: 46

Table B: Graduate Apprentice

Total Graduate Apprentice Vacancies: 7

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the HURL Gorakhpur Apprenticeship 2025, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

1. Educational Qualifications:

• Technician Apprentice: Full-time position requiring a regular diploma in the relevant engineering field from an AICTE-approved institute.
• Graduate Apprentice: Full-time, regular B.Sc. degree in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized institution.

Important:

• Candidates with qualifications obtained through distance learning, part-time, correspondence, or any non-regular mode are not eligible.
• Candidates holding higher professional qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech., MBA, MCA, CA, ICWA, LLB, or equivalent are not eligible.
• Candidates who have previously undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training in any organization, including other HURL units, are not eligible.

2. Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 25 years (as on 31.07.2025)
• Relaxation: As per government norms (where applicable)

3. Experience:

• Candidates with more than one year of prior apprenticeship training or relevant experience as of 31.07.2025 are not eligible.

4. Other Requirements:

Candidates must possess:

• PAN Card
• Aadhaar Card
• Active Bank Account with a cheque book in their name
• Bank account seeded with Aadhaar and enabled for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Active email ID and mobile number for communication throughout the selection process

Stipend Details

• Graduate Apprentice Trainee: ₹9,000 per month
• Diploma Apprentice Trainee: ₹8,000 per month

Important Notes:

• The stipend is strictly for the duration of the one-year apprenticeship.
• No additional benefits such as accommodation, transportation, or allowances will be provided. Candidates must arrange for their own stay.
• Completion of the apprenticeship does not confer any employment rights in HURL.

Posting of Apprenticeship

• Location: HURL Gorakhpur Unit, Uttar Pradesh
• All chosen candidates will receive on-site training at the Gorakhpur location.
• Training provides practical exposure to fertilizer production, instrumentation, electrical systems, chemical processing, mechanical operations, and civil engineering activities within the plant.

Selection Procedure

The selection of candidates for HURL Gorakhpur Apprenticeship 2025 will be purely merit-based.

Key Points of Selection:

1. Merit List: Candidates will be shortlisted based on percentage of marks obtained in essential qualification.
2. No Written Test or Interview: Selection will not involve any written exam or interview.
3. Tie-Breaker: If two or more candidates have the same marks, the older candidate (based on date of birth) will be given preference.
4. Document Verification: Candidates who qualify will be invited for document checking. Communication will be sent via email/SMS to the registered contact details provided during application.

Application Process

Candidates are required to apply online through the NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal.

Steps to Apply:

1. Register on NATS Portal:
   • All candidates (Graduate and Diploma) must have an active registration on the NATS portal.
   • Ensure 100% profile completion with correct details.
2. Upload Documents:
   • Scanned, self-attested copies of educational certificates, PAN, Aadhaar, and bank account details.
   • Ensure correctness before submission, as changes cannot be made after final submission.
3. Application Verification:
   • Applicants are fully accountable for the correctness of the details they submit.
   • Providing false or withheld information can result in disqualification at any point.
4. Cutoff/Reckoning Date:
   • 31st July 2025 will be considered for verifying qualification and age eligibility.

Required Documents for Application

Candidates must have the following documents ready for submission through the NATS portal:

• Educational Certificates (Diploma/B.Sc.)
• PAN Card
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank Account Details (DBT enabled and Aadhaar-seeded)
• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature

Key Instructions for Applicants

1. Ensure all information is accurate and up-to-date in the NATS portal.
2. Use a valid email ID and mobile number for all communications.
3. Keep scanned copies of required documents ready before starting the application.
4. Verify your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded and DBT-enabled for stipend transfer.
5. Candidates cannot apply simultaneously to multiple HURL units or other organizations under the Apprentices Act.
6. Only candidates meeting eligibility criteria will be considered for shortlisting.

Advantages of HURL Apprenticeship

1. Practical Industrial Training: Exposure to state-of-the-art fertilizer production facilities.
2. Skill Enhancement: Gain experience in engineering and chemical processes, instrumentation, mechanical operations, and civil engineering.
3. Professional Networking: Opportunity to connect with experienced industry professionals.
4. Stipend Support: Monthly financial assistance while training.
5. Career Growth: Apprenticeship completion can enhance future employability in public and private sector organizations.

Important Considerations

• HURL reserves the right to alter vacancy numbers and training areas as per operational requirements.
• Participation in this apprenticeship does not guarantee employment.
• Candidates who fail to meet the eligibility criteria at any stage may be disqualified.
• Misrepresentation of information, qualifications, or prior apprenticeship history can lead to termination from training.