Overview
Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL), a joint venture of major PSUs, is offering 33 apprenticeship positions for fresh graduates and diploma holders. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on training with a premier fertilizer company in Barauni, Bihar. All 33 positions are for 12-month apprenticeships with competitive monthly stipends.
Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL) |
| Post Type | Graduate & Technician Apprentice Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 33 Posts |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship (12 Months) |
| Application Mode | Online Only (NATS Portal) |
| Official Website | https://www.hurl.net.in |
Total Vacancies: 33 Posts
Technician Apprentice (20 Posts)
| Area of Training | Positions |
|---|---|
| Chemical | 9 |
| Mechanical | 5 |
| Instrumentation | 2 |
| Electrical | 2 |
| Civil | 2 |
| Total | 20 |
Graduate Apprentice (13 Posts)
| Area of Training | Positions |
|---|---|
| General Graduate Apprentice | 6 |
| Technical Graduate (Chemical) | 2 |
| Technical Graduate (Electrical) | 2 |
| Technical Graduate (Instrumentation) | 2 |
| Technical Graduate (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Total | 13 |
Note: Exact positions and trades may change at management’s discretion.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 21 November 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 December 2025 (6:00 PM) ⏰ |
| Qualification/Age Cutoff Date | 01 December 2025 |
| Document Verification | To be Announced |
| Training Duration | 12 Months from joining date |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Technician Apprentice (20 Posts)
Essential:
- 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Full-time regular basis)
- Specialization: Instrumentation, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, or Mechanical
- From AICTE recognized institutions
- Minimum 50% marks
Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering (6 Posts)
Essential:
- B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics, OR
- B.Com. with Accounting & Finance, OR
- BBA
- Full-time regular basis only
- Minimum 50% marks
Technical Graduate Apprentice – Engineering (7 Posts)
Essential:
- B.Tech./B.E. in Instrumentation, Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
- From AICTE recognized institutions
- Full-time regular basis
- Minimum 50% marks
Important:
- Qualifications must be from recognized universities/institutions
- Distance learning, part-time, and correspondence modes are NOT accepted
- Candidates with higher qualifications (B.Tech for diploma holders, MBA, MCA, CA, etc.) are NOT eligible
⏳ Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years (As on 01-12-2025) |
| Age Calculation | Based on 10th class date of birth |
| Age Relaxation | No relaxation mentioned |
💰 Stipend Details (Per Month)
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice Trainees | ₹9,000 |
| Diploma Apprentice Trainees | ₹8,000 |
| Basis | As per Apprentices Act, 1961/1973 |
Important Notes:
- No employment guarantee after completing apprenticeship
- No accommodation provided
- Candidates bear their own living expenses
- No TA/DA provided for document verification
- Medical test costs borne by candidate
🎯 Selection Process
Merit-Based Selection:
- Candidates shortlisted based on percentage of marks in educational qualifications
- No written test or interview conducted
- In case of tie marks, older candidate (by date of birth in 10th marksheet) gets preference
Document Verification:
- Shortlisted candidates called for verification at HURL, Barauni
- Pre-engagement medical fitness test required (at candidate’s cost)
- Successful verification leads to apprenticeship contract
Joining:
- 7 days given to join after approval
- Failure to join on given date may lead to cancellation
📑 How to Apply
Step 1: Register on NATS Portal
- Visit: https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php
- Create account with valid email and mobile number
- Mobile number must remain active for 1+ year
Step 2: Complete Profile
- Select your category (Technician/Graduate/Engineering)
- Fill all details accurately
- Update profile 100%
Step 3: Apply for HURL
- Login with your credentials
- Search “HINDUSTAN URVARAK AND RASAYAN LIMITED”
- Click Apply
- Apply for ONLY ONE discipline
Step 4: Document Upload
- Upload self-attested scanned copies
- Educational certificates
- Recent photograph
Step 5: Submit
- Review all information
- Submit before 20 December 2025 (6:00 PM)
- Take screenshot/printout for reference
Step 6: Track Status
- Monitor email and HURL website for updates
- Check for document verification schedule
- Keep credentials active throughout process
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Mandatory Documents:
- PAN Card (Mandatory)
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory)
- Aadhaar-seeded bank account with cheque book
- Educational certificates (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Diploma)
- 10th class marksheet (for date of birth)
- Age proof (Birth Certificate or 10th Certificate)
- Recent passport-size photograph
For Document Verification:
- All original documents
- Police verification
- Medical fitness certificate from District Civil Surgeon
- Self-attested copies for NATS portal
Important Eligibility Notes
Candidates NOT Eligible:
- Those with prior apprenticeship training of more than 1 year as of 01-12-2025
- Those who completed or terminated previous apprenticeship mid-way
- Currently pursuing apprenticeship elsewhere
- Possessing higher professional qualifications (B.Tech for diploma holders, MBA, MCA, CA, etc.)
- Applied for more than one discipline
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| NATS Portal Registration | https://nats.education.gov.in/student_register.php |
| HURL Official Website | https://www.hurl.net.in |
| Official Notification | Available on HURL website |
Key Terms & Conditions
- No Employment Guarantee: Apprenticeship does NOT lead to employment
- Placement: Upon completion, no HURL obligation to offer jobs
- Training Completion: Apprentices must complete full 12-month period
- Absence: Unauthorized absence leads to contract termination without notice
- Leave: As per Apprentices Act, 1961
- Management Decision: Final and binding on all recruitment matters
- Legal Jurisdiction: Begusarai, Bihar only
- Canvassing: Will lead to immediate disqualification
- False Information: Leads to cancellation at any stage
About HURL
- Incorporated: 15 June 2016
- Type: Joint venture of major PSUs
- Promoters: Coal India Limited, NTPC, Indian Oil Corporation, FCIL, HFCL
- Objective: Operate environment-friendly, energy-efficient fertilizer complexes
- Capacity: 2200 MTPD Ammonia, 3850 MTPD Urea
- Locations: Gorakhpur, Barauni, Sindri (all operational)
- Training Location: HURL, Barauni, Bihar (8 km from railway station)
FAQs
Q: Is there any application fee?
A: No, registration and application are completely free through NATS portal.
Q: Can I apply for multiple disciplines?
A: No, you can apply for only ONE discipline. Applications for multiple trades will be rejected.
Q: What happens after completing the apprenticeship?
A: HURL has no obligation to offer employment. No certificate is issued if training is incomplete.
Q: Will accommodation be provided?
A: No, candidates must make their own arrangements.
Q: Can candidates with higher qualifications apply?
A: No, diploma holders with B.Tech or graduates with MBA/MCA are NOT eligible.
Q: Is there a written test or interview?
A: No, selection is purely merit-based on educational percentage.
Q: What if I have prior apprenticeship experience?
A: Candidates with more than 1 year of prior apprenticeship training are NOT eligible.
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
