Candidates must hold the prescribed degree/diploma obtained on or after 01 January 2022.
Qualification must be from a recognized university/institution in India or a state board.
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.Sc.) holders are eligible only if they completed their Bachelor’s degree on or after 01 January 2022 with a minimum of 60% marks.
Candidates who already have an apprenticeship contract under NATS are not eligible.
Age limits vary by post level and category (details available in the official notice).
Application Process
Application Start Date: 07 October 2026
Last Date for Submission: 05 November 2026
Mode: Online
Location: Calicut, Kerala
Steps:
Visit the official application portal.
Fill in all required details and upload necessary documents.
Verify information before final submission.
Save the confirmation for future reference.
Selection:
Scrutiny of applications.
Shortlisting based on application details.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for document verification, written test, and/or interview.
Stipend
Government Share: 50% of the applicable minimum stipend (as per Apprenticeship Rules, effective 11 September 2025) disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Institute Share: Paid by NIT Calicut.
Important Notes
No application fee is mentioned.
All correspondence will be conducted via email only.
Discrepancies in application details may lead to disqualification.
Ensure compliance with NATS guidelines before applying.