Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited, a Government of Meghalaya undertaking that generates, transmits and distributes electricity in the state, has announced recruitment for Graduate Apprentice positions in the Arts, Law, Science and Commerce streams. A total of 30 posts are on offer under this one-year apprenticeship training programme governed by the Apprentice Act 1961, based at the corporation's Human Resource Development Centre in Umiam.
MeECL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Notification06 Oct
- Applications Opentill 30 Oct
About MeECL Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited
- Advertisement No.
- Me.E.C.L/HRDC/TRG-49/Pt-IV/2026-27/3
- Post Name
- Graduate Apprentice (Arts Stream), Graduate Apprentice (Law Stream) and 2 more
- Job Location
- Meghalaya
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Meghalaya (Applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya)
- Job Type
- Internship
- Age Limit
- 18–24 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid enrollment ID from the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal, mhrdnats.gov.in
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 12,300/- per month stipend for all streams
- Tenure
- 1 year from the date of agreement
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Arts Stream) | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Law Stream) | 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Science Stream) | 10 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Commerce Stream) | 10 |
| Grand Total | 30 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Graduate Apprentice (Arts Stream)8 posts
- Qualification
- Possess a Degree in Arts Stream
Graduate Apprentice (Law Stream)2 posts
- Qualification
- Possess a Degree in Law Stream
Graduate Apprentice (Science Stream)10 posts
- Qualification
- Possess a Degree in Science Stream
Graduate Apprentice (Commerce Stream)10 posts
- Qualification
- Possess a Degree in Commerce Stream
Age Limit
Maximum 24 years as on 31.05.2026, and not less than 18 years
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is allowed for Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / Other Backward Classes / Persons with Disability / Ex-servicemen, as per applicable Govt. of India rules.
Selection Process
- 1Application Scrutiny and Shortlisting
Applications are screened and only shortlisted candidates are contacted; canvassing of any kind is a disqualification.
- 2Original Certificate Verification
Shortlisted candidates appear for verification of original certificates at their own cost, with no travelling allowance, transport or accommodation provided.
- 3Physical Fitness Verification
Candidates produce a prescribed physical fitness certificate from a medical practitioner at their own cost.
- 4Execution of Apprenticeship Contract
Selected candidates found physically fit sign the contract of apprenticeship with the employer.
Salary Structure
Rs. 12,300/- per month stipend for all streams
How to Apply
- 1Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal and obtain a valid NATS enrollment ID.
- 2Obtain application format A from the notification.
- 3Fill all mandatory fields of the form in capital letters without using any initials.
- 4Attach self-attested copies of the required documents and two passport size photographs.
- 5Complete the undertaking form with personal details, place, date and signature.
- 6Send the completed application with enclosures to the Office of the Director, Human Resource Development Centre, MeECL, Umiam-793103, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya by post or in person.
Reporting Venue
Office of the Director, Human Resource Development Centre, MeECL, Umiam-793103, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya
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Important Details
- Candidates must have an active email ID, mobile number and EPIC card.
- No graduate holder who has training or job experience for one year or more after attaining the qualification is eligible, and a person whose earlier apprenticeship contract was terminated needs the prior approval of the Apprenticeship Adviser to be engaged again.
- Shortlisted candidates attend original certificate verification and produce a physical fitness certificate at their own cost, with no travelling allowance, transport or accommodation provided.
- Incomplete applications, forms not in the prescribed format, unsigned applications and applications without the required enclosures are rejected without any communication.
Apprentice Training Terms
- The period of apprenticeship training is one year from the date of the agreement for all apprentice trainees.
- Service conditions are governed by The Apprentice Act 1961 as amended from time to time.
- Continuance of stipend payment is subject to the work and conduct of the apprentice being satisfactory.
- Every graduate apprentice who completes the training to the satisfaction of the employer is granted a certificate of satisfactory completion, and receives a certificate of proficiency from BOPTER.
- It is not obligatory on MeECL to offer employment after the training, nor on the apprentice to accept any employment.
- Selected candidates arrange their own transport, accommodation and food during the training and while reporting.
Application Form A
Application format A asks for the full name in capital letters without initials, date and place of birth, father's or mother's name, permanent and present address, contact and alternate contact numbers, NATS enrollment number, the stream applied for, name and address of the institution, date of passing (2024, 2025 or 2026) and overall percentage of marks. CGPA or grade must be converted to percentage, failing which the application is summarily rejected.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0364-2570333 / 2570533
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates who passed the qualifying examination before 2024 apply?
No. The year of passing must be 2024, 2025 or 2026, and candidates who passed before 2024 are not eligible.
Does prior work experience disqualify a candidate?
Yes. A graduate with training or job experience of one year or more after attaining the qualification is not eligible, unless approved by the Apprentice Advisor of BOAT.
Is NATS registration compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must enrol on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal and hold a valid enrollment ID generated within three years of passing the qualifying examination.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. It is a one-year apprenticeship training under The Apprentice Act 1961, and MeECL is not obliged to offer regular employment after the training.
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