SJVN has released a fresh apprenticeship notification for 32 posts under SJVN Thermal Private Limited, the company handling the Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. This notice is for one-year apprenticeship training and is open only to candidates who are domicile of Bihar State. The vacancies are distributed across Graduate, Diploma and ITI categories, with separate disciplines and trades listed in the official advertisement.
For applicants, the most important confirmed points are clear. Online registration started on 6 April 2026 and the last date to apply is 27 April 2026. The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on the closing date, the application fee is Rs 100 for non-exempt categories, and the stipend ranges from Rs 7,000 to Rs 10,000 per month depending on the apprenticeship category.
This recruitment does not mention any interview. Instead, candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of academic marks using the weightage formula given in the official notice. Because the advertisement also includes strict eligibility conditions related to previous apprenticeship, job experience after qualification and gap after passing, candidates should read the terms carefully before submitting the form.
SJVN Apprentices Recruitment 2026 overview
This recruitment is for apprenticeship training in SJVN Thermal Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of SJVN that is executing the Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. The advertisement is for one-year apprenticeship training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
The notification is specifically meant for candidates who are domicile of Bihar State. A total of 32 apprentice seats have been notified across Graduate, Technician (Diploma) and Technician (ITI) categories. Applications are accepted only through the online mode on the SJVN career platform.
The notice also makes it clear that apprenticeship engagement is purely for training. It does not offer any promise of extension or regular employment after completion of the one-year training period.
Vacancy breakup for Graduate, Diploma and ITI apprentices
The 32 notified seats are divided into 6 Graduate Apprentice posts, 9 Diploma Apprentice posts and 17 ITI Apprentice posts. The official discipline-wise breakup is given below.
| Category | Discipline or Trade | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Mechanical | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Electrical | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Control and Instrumentation | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Environmental Pollution and Control | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Human Resource or IR or CSR | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Finance and Accounts | 1 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Mechanical | 2 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Electrical | 2 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Civil | 2 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Environmental Engineering | 1 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Industrial Safety | 1 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Control and Instrumentation | 1 |
| ITI Apprentice | Electrician | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Office Secretaryship or Stenography or Office Assistant | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Fitter | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Welder | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Rigger | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | AC and Refrigerator Mechanic | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Plumber | 2 |
| ITI Apprentice | Account Assistant | 1 |
The advertisement also states that if seats remain vacant in any discipline or trade due to non-availability of eligible candidates, they may be diverted to another trade or discipline.
Educational qualification required
Candidates must hold the qualification prescribed for the specific apprentice category and trade or discipline they are applying for. They should apply for only one trade or discipline based on their qualification and preference.
| Apprentice category | Required qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Full-time 4-year Bachelor degree in Engineering in the relevant branch from an institute or university recognised by AICTE. For Human Resource or IR or CSR and Finance and Accounts, the notice asks for a graduate degree along with a 2-year full-time MBA from a UGC-recognised institute or university in the relevant specialisation. |
| Diploma Apprentice | Full-time 3-year Polytechnic Diploma in the relevant branch from an institute or university recognised by AICTE or the State Board of Technical Education. |
| ITI Apprentice | Matriculation with a regular full-time ITI course in the respective trade recognised by NCVT or SCVT. |
Result-awaited candidates are not eligible. The notice also says that candidates must satisfy the educational qualification and age conditions as on the closing date of the advertisement.
Age limit and category relaxation
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on the closing date of application.
Upper age relaxation has been provided as follows:
- SC and ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates belonging to Non-Creamy Layer: 3 years
- PwD candidates: up to 10 years
- PwD candidates from SC or ST categories: up to 15 years
- PwD candidates from OBC Non-Creamy Layer category: up to 13 years
Applicants should make sure their category claim matches the documents they will produce during verification, because eligibility and reservation claims can be checked later against originals.
Stipend, training period, reservation and domicile condition
The apprenticeship period is one year for all categories. Monthly stipend is fixed according to the category of apprenticeship.
| Category | Monthly stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs 10,000 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs 8,000 |
| ITI Apprentice | Rs 7,000 |
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC Non-Creamy Layer and PwD candidates will apply as per the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and subsequent amendments. The advertisement further states that 25 percent of seats are earmarked for candidates from Project Affected Families and Project Affected Areas of STPL, with first preference to Project Affected Families, subject to submission of the required certificate from the competent authority.
A key condition in this recruitment is domicile. Only candidates who are domicile of Bihar State are eligible to apply.
Selection process and merit formula
The notice clearly states that there will be no interview. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted through a merit list prepared from academic marks.
| Category | Merit weightage |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 20 percent weightage to Class 10 marks, 20 percent to Class 12 or Diploma marks whichever is higher if both are available, and 60 percent to aggregate marks in Engineering or MBA |
| Diploma Apprentice | 30 percent to Class 10 marks and 70 percent to Diploma marks |
| ITI Apprentice | 30 percent to Class 10 marks and 70 percent to ITI marks |
If two candidates get the same total marks, the older candidate will be treated as senior for further selection. Candidates shortlisted on the basis of the online form will have to produce original certificates during verification, and a medical fitness certificate is required before joining.
Application fee and documents needed
The application fee is Rs 100 for candidates who are not exempt. SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment. The fee is to be paid online through the e-recruitment portal, and the notice says it will not be refunded under any circumstance.
Before applying, candidates should keep the following ready:
- Valid email ID and mobile number that should remain active for at least one year
- Personal details and educational qualification details
- Online payment facility through debit card, credit card or internet banking if fee is applicable
- Scanned passport-size photograph in .jpg or .jpeg format, less than 500 KB
- Scanned signature in .jpg or .jpeg format, less than 500 KB
Since the shortlisting is based on the information entered in the application form, candidates should fill their academic marks and category details carefully and keep the original certificates ready for later verification.
How to apply online for SJVN apprentice posts
Applications are accepted only through the online mode. The official advertisement says candidates have to apply through the Career section of the SJVN website.
- Visit the SJVN Current Job page.
- Open the entry for the Apprenticeship Scheme in STPL for the State of Bihar.
- Read the detailed advertisement carefully and choose the one trade or discipline you want to apply for.
- Complete the online registration with personal, academic and category details.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online if you are not in the exempted category.
- Submit the form and save a copy of the completed application for reference.
The notice also says no other means or mode of application will be accepted, and no manual or paper application will be entertained.
Important eligibility restrictions and disqualification points
This recruitment has a few conditions that candidates often overlook. These conditions can directly affect eligibility.
- Candidates should apply for only one trade or discipline. If multiple applications are submitted, the latest one will be treated as final and older applications will be rejected.
- Result-awaited candidates should not apply.
- Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training in SJVN or STPL should not apply.
- Candidates who, after completing their education, have undergone training or job experience of one year or more are not eligible.
- If the gap between declaration of result and commencement of training is more than five years, the candidate will be treated as ineligible.
- Candidates who have already been registered and got training under BOAT or NAPS will not be entertained.
- Applicants will have to make their own stay and transportation arrangements.
The notice also states that false information in the application form can lead to cancellation of candidature and possible prosecution.
Important dates and what happens after application
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online registration | 6 April 2026 |
| Last date to submit online application | 27 April 2026 |
After the application window closes, SJVN will prepare the shortlist on merit as per the notified weightage formula. The advertisement says all information regarding shortlisted candidates and final selected candidates will be made available on the SJVN website, and call letters or offers will be sent through registered email IDs and or mobile numbers.
Candidates should therefore keep checking the official career page and the notification PDF for further updates, corrigenda and selection-related notices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are available in SJVN Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
A total of 32 apprentice posts have been notified.
Who can apply for these apprentice posts?
Only candidates who are domicile of Bihar State and meet the relevant educational and age conditions can apply.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 27 April 2026.
Is there any interview in SJVN apprentice selection?
No. The official notice says there will be no interview.
What is the age limit for SJVN apprentice posts?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on the closing date, with category-wise relaxation for eligible candidates.
What stipend will selected apprentices receive?
Graduate Apprentices will receive Rs 10,000 per month, Diploma Apprentices Rs 8,000 per month and ITI Apprentices Rs 7,000 per month.
What is the application fee for SJVN Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs 100. SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempted.
Can candidates with previous apprenticeship or one year of job experience apply?
No. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship in SJVN or STPL, or who have one year or more of training or job experience after completing their education, are not eligible.