Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) released a recruitment notification for Apprentice Trainee posts on 14 September 2026 on its official website. As per Advt. No. 7(1)/I/STPI-HQ/2026-27, STPI is offering 15 apprenticeship vacancies for a period of one year. STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026 suits graduates in engineering or in Arts, Commerce and Administration who want exposure to a central government IT body.
The 15 posts are spread across STPI’s head office and centres in nine other cities, including Bengaluru, Guwahati and Pune. A full location-wise and discipline-wise breakdown follows below. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official STPI notification No. 7(1)/I/STPI-HQ/2026-27 dated 14 September 2026. Last verified: 17 September 2026.
Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) is recruiting 15 Apprentice Trainees through Advt. No. 7(1)/I/STPI-HQ/2026-27, dated 14 September 2026, for its head office and centres in Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Noida, Mohali and Pune. The last date to apply online is 30 September 2026 at www.stpi.in. Candidates must first register on the NATS Portal and enter their NATS Enrolment ID before selection through an interview.
Summary of STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) |
| Post | Apprentice Trainee |
| Total Vacancy | 15 Posts |
| Stipend | ₹15,000 (B.E/B.Tech), ₹12,300 (Arts/Commerce/Administration) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Eligibility | B.Tech/B.E or Bachelor’s degree in the listed disciplines, completed in or after June 2021 |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on interview performance |
| Place of Posting | HQ and STPI centres in Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Noida, Mohali and Pune |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Graduates within the age limit who have registered on the NATS Portal |
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About STPI
Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) is an autonomous society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. It provides statutory services to exporters under the STP/EHTP scheme and runs infrastructure facilities such as high-speed internet and IPLC links. STPI operates 73 centres across the country. The apprenticeship gives graduates a year of exposure to STPI’s technical and administrative work. It runs under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
Where the Vacancies Are
STPI has 15 Apprentice Trainee vacancies spread across 10 centres: the head office in New Delhi, and centres in Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Noida, Mohali and Pune. This is a pan-India recruitment, not tied to one state. Candidates from North Bengal, Sikkim or the wider North East can check the Guwahati centre, which has 1 vacancy this year. The exact discipline split for each centre is not mentioned in the official notification. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with STPI.
Several other central government bodies also recruit apprentices through the NATS Portal each year, and many shortlist through a written test as well as an interview. STPI’s process here relies on the interview alone. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with STPI. Candidates can browse more openings of this kind on the site’s Latest Jobs (All India) page.
Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 14 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details and Stipend
STPI has invited applications for 15 Apprentice Trainee vacancies in two disciplines, spread across 10 centres.
Location-wise Vacancies
| STPI Centre | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| HQ (New Delhi) | 2 |
| Bengaluru | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | 2 |
| Chennai | 1 |
| Guwahati | 1 |
| Gurugram | 1 |
| Hyderabad | 2 |
| Noida | 2 |
| Mohali | 1 |
| Pune | 1 |
| Total | 15 |
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Stipend by Discipline
| Discipline | Stipend per Month |
|---|---|
| B.Tech/B.E (Electronics, Electrical, Electronics & Communications, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology) | ₹15,000 |
| Bachelor’s degree (Arts, Commerce, Administration and similar) | ₹12,300 |
The Screening-cum-Selection Committee may offer a higher stipend, up to ₹20,000 a month, based on interview performance.
Eligibility
STPI has set separate qualifications for the two Apprentice Trainee disciplines, though both need at least a Bachelor’s degree. The age limit and other conditions are the same for both.
| Discipline | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| B.Tech/B.E | Electronics, Electrical, Electronics & Communications, Telecommunications, Computer Science or Information Technology |
| Bachelor’s degree | Arts, Commerce, Administration or a similar discipline |
As of 14 September 2026, the minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age is 27 years for unreserved candidates, 30 years for OBC candidates and 32 years for SC/ST candidates.
General conditions:
- Candidates must have completed their degree or diploma in June 2021 or after.
- Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship at STPI or any other organisation cannot apply.
Selection Process
STPI has one selection stage for the Apprentice Trainee post. It is an interview, with no written exam mentioned in the notification.
- STPI shortlists candidates based on their performance in the interview.
- How many candidates are shortlisted in each discipline depends on the vacancies available in that discipline.
- Reservation applies as per Government of India rules.
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How to Apply
Candidates must register on the NATS Portal before applying on STPI’s website. STPI’s Annexure-A gives the registration steps.
- Visit the NATS Portal and open the Student section.
- Click Enroll, confirm eligibility and fill the enrolment form with personal details, educational details, and bank account details for stipend payment.
- Submit the NATS form. A unique student enrolment ID is sent to the registered email ID.
- Visit STPI’s website at www.stpi.in and open the Career section.
- Fill out the online application for Apprentice Trainee and enter the NATS Enrolment ID.
- Submit the application on or before 30 September 2026. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
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Documents to keep ready
- NATS student enrolment ID
- Personal details: name, date of birth, gender, email, mobile number, Aadhaar number
- Educational details: institution name, year of passing, percentage or CGPA
- Bank account details: account number, IFSC code, bank name, for stipend payment through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026 Notification (PDF) | Full notice with eligibility and NATS registration steps |
| STPI Career Portal — Apply Online | Official application portal, under the Career section |
| NATS Portal — Mandatory Registration | Register here before applying on STPI’s portal |
| More Apprentice Vacancies | Other current apprenticeship openings on the site |
Should You Apply?
The STPI Apprentice Trainee post suits recent graduates who want a year of exposure to a central government IT body, without committing to a permanent role. Selection depends only on an interview, with no written exam, which favours candidates who present their academic background and interest in IT infrastructure or exporter services clearly. The stipend is modest for a fresh graduate, though performance in the interview can raise it to ₹20,000 a month. This is a one-year apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. The notification does not mention any path to a permanent STPI post afterward. Candidates who completed their degree before June 2021, or who have already served an apprenticeship elsewhere, are not eligible. For a graduate who wants IT-sector experience on a government platform and does not need a permanent role immediately, this is a reasonable one-year option.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026?
The last date to apply online for STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026 is 30 September 2026. Applications go through STPI’s Career section at www.stpi.in. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
What is the stipend for STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026?
STPI pays ₹15,000 a month to B.E/B.Tech apprentices and ₹12,300 a month to Arts, Commerce or Administration apprentices. The Screening-cum-Selection Committee may offer up to ₹20,000 a month based on interview performance.
Is NATS registration compulsory for STPI Apprentice Trainee 2026?
Yes. Candidates must register on the NATS Portal at nats.education.gov.in before applying through STPI’s portal. The NATS Enrolment ID generated after registration must be entered in the STPI online application.
What does an STPI Apprentice Trainee do?
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with STPI. An Apprentice Trainee typically supports the centre’s technical or administrative teams for one year. This gives graduates hands-on exposure to STPI’s statutory and infrastructure work for IT exporters.
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