• Hindustan Copper Limited's Malanjkhand Copper Project (Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh) is engaging 171 trade apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (notice No. HCL/MCP/HR/Trade App./01/2026 dated 3 November 2026).
  • Seats: UR 71, SC 25, ST 12, OBC 46, EWS 17, across 19 trades including Electrician (36), COPA (20), Fitter (16), Turner/Machinist (16), Welder (16), Blaster (Mines) (13), Mechanic Diesel (10) and Instrument Mechanic (10).
  • Mate (Mines) and Blaster (Mines) need 10th pass; the other trades need 10th pass plus ITI in the trade.
  • Diploma/degree holders are not considered.
  • Age 18–25 years as on 1 November 2026 (SC/ST 5 years and OBC 3 years relaxation).
  • Selection is on merit: 70% weight to 10th marks and 30% to ITI marks (100% 10th for fresher trades).
  • Register first on the apprenticeship portal, then apply on www.hindustancopper.com from 5 November to 24 November 2026; the shortlist is due on 8 December 2026.
  • The notice states no application fee.