CSIR NAL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 47 Posts

CSIR NAL Apprentice 2026 Overview

CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru, has released a notification for the recruitment of Apprentice Trainees under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS). The positions include Graduate Apprentice Trainee and Diploma Apprentice Trainee roles, with a total of 47 vacancies in various engineering disciplines. Eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview on February 10 or 11, 2026, depending on the category. This opportunity allows aspirants to gain hands-on experience in aerospace research and development. Registration on the NATS portal is mandatory for participation.

CSIR NAL Apprentice Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 30 January 2026
• Online Application Starts: Not Applicable (Walk-in Interview)
• Last Date to Apply: Not Applicable (Walk-in Interview)
• Walk-in Interview Date ( Graduate Trainee): 10 February 2026
• Reporting Time For Graduate Trainee: 08:30 Am to 09:30 Am
• Walk-in Interview Date ( Diploma Trainee): 11 February 2026
• Reporting Time For Diploma Trainee: 08:30 Am to 09:30 Am
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

CSIR NAL Apprentice Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Nil
• SC / ST / PH: Nil
• Pay your fee online: Not Applicable (No Fee)

CSIR NAL Apprentice Vacancy Details

• Total vacancies: 47.

CSIR NAL Apprentice Salary 2026

CSIR NAL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: For Graduate Apprentice Trainee: Degree in Engineering/Technology (full-time) from a recognized university in relevant disciplines, passed within the last five years. For Diploma Apprentice Trainee: Three-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology (full-time) from a recognized institution in relevant disciplines, passed within the last five years.
• Age Limit: As per Apprenticeship Rules (determined as on the date of walk-in interview).
• Mandatory Requirement: Registration on NATS portal with enrolment number.
• Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
• Any other official conditions: No prior apprenticeship or one year+ work experience allowed. Final year students or those awaiting results are ineligible.

CSIR NAL Apprentice Selection Process 

1. Document verification at walk-in venue.
2. Walk-in interview for shortlisted candidates.
3. Final: Merit-based selection as per interview performance.

How to apply for the CSIR NAL Apprentice

1. Register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and obtain your enrolment number.
2. Visit the official CSIR-NAL website at nal.res.in.
3. Download the application form from the career/recruitment section under Advt. No. 03/2026/APP.
4. Fill the application form completely and accurately, attaching a recent passport-size photograph.
5. Gather all original certificates, one set of photocopies, Aadhaar/ID proof, and caste certificate (if applicable).
6. Report to the venue (RAB Meeting Complex, CSIR-NAL, Bengaluru) on the specified date: February 10, 2026 for Graduate, February 11, 2026 for Diploma, between 08:30 AM and 09:30 AM.
7. Undergo document verification and attend the interview if eligible.