India Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Ltd. (IFFCO) invites applications for Apprentice opportunities for eligible candidates from Diploma (Engineering), ITI Trades, and B.Sc. (PCM) backgrounds. This apprenticeship is designed to provide structured, hands-on industrial training in relevant disciplines and prepare candidates for professional roles in a large-scale manufacturing and cooperative environment.
Key Dates
- Online application start: 24 February 2025
- Online application last date: 03 March 2025
- Last date for fee payment: 03 March 2025
- Exam date: To be notified
- Admit card: Before exam
Apprenticeship Period & Stipend
- Apprenticeship duration: One year
- Stipend (Diploma): ₹ 9,200/-
- Stipend (ITI): ₹ 8,050/-
- Stipend (ITI – COPA & Welder): ₹ 7,700/-
- Stipend (B.Sc.): ₹ 10,350/-
Responsibilities
- Participate in on-the-job training under the guidance of assigned mentors/supervisors.
- Assist in day-to-day operational, maintenance, laboratory, or production support activities relevant to the trade/discipline.
- Follow safety protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality guidelines.
- Maintain training logs, task records, and documentation as required by the apprenticeship program.
- Support teams in basic troubleshooting, preventive checks, and routine technical tasks (as applicable to the trade).
- Attend scheduled training sessions, assessments, and evaluations during the apprenticeship period.
Requirements
- Age limit (as on 31 December 2024): Minimum 18 years; Maximum 27 years (age relaxation as per IFFCO rules).
- Diploma (Engineering): 10th pass + 3-year full-time Diploma in relevant trade with minimum 60% marks; passing year: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.
- ITI Trades: 10th pass + 2-year full-time ITI in relevant trade with minimum 60% marks; passing year: 2022, 2023, 2024.
- B.Sc. (PCM): Full-time 3-year B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with minimum 55% marks; passing year: 2022, 2023, 2024.
- Relaxations/Minimum marks for reserved categories (as stated):
- SC/ST: Minimum 50% in B.Sc.
- SC/ST: Minimum 55% in ITI Exam and Diploma
- Ability to provide valid documentation for eligibility, identity, and category claims (if applicable).
- Basic communication skills and willingness to learn in an industrial environment.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹ 0/-
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹ 0/-
Mode of Selection
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
Documents Required (During Form Filling / Verification)
- Recent passport-size color photograph (as per required format/size)
- Scanned signature
- Class 10 (High School) marksheet and certificate
- Educational qualification documents (Diploma/ITI/B.Sc. as applicable)
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Disability certificate for PwD candidates, if applicable
- Domicile certificate (if applicable for any relaxation claim)
- Income certificate (if applicable)
- Valid email ID and mobile number for registration and communication
Benefits
- Structured one-year apprenticeship with exposure to real-world industrial operations.
- Monthly stipend as per category/discipline.
- Mentorship and skill development aligned with the relevant trade/discipline.
- Opportunity to strengthen employability through hands-on experience and documented training.
About the Company
India Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Ltd. (IFFCO) is a leading cooperative organization in India with a significant presence in the fertilizer sector. IFFCO supports agricultural productivity through large-scale manufacturing and distribution initiatives and is known for its commitment to farmer welfare, operational excellence, and workforce development through training and apprenticeship programs.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online within the application window. Complete the online application on or before 03 March 2025 and ensure all required information and documents are correctly provided. Candidates are advised to verify details from the official IFFCO website.
Official website: https://www.iffco.in/en/corporate