IFFCO Paradeep Unit Assistant Trainee (Operator) Recruitment 2026 – Diploma in Chemical Engineering / BSc (PCM) Posts

IFFCO Paradeep Assistant Trainee Operator Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for young diploma and science graduates who have completed their apprenticeship in the fertiliser, chemical, or petroleum sector. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), one of the world's largest fertiliser cooperatives, is inviting applications for the post of Assistant Trainee (Operator) at its Paradeep Plant located in Jagatsinghpur district of Odisha. This recruitment drive targets Ex-Apprentices who have either completed or will be completing their apprenticeship by 30 April 2026 under the Apprentices Act 1961. The eligible industries for apprenticeship include Phosphatic Fertilizer, Heavy Chemical Industry, Petroleum Refinery, and Petrochemical Industry. Candidates from IFFCO itself are also eligible to apply. The selection process includes an online test followed by a personal interview, both of which will be conducted at the IFFCO Paradeep Unit campus in Jagatsinghpur, Odisha. Selected candidates will undergo a one-year training period during which they will receive a monthly stipend of ₹31,000 along with other applicable allowances. Upon successful completion of the training and subject to being found suitable, candidates will be permanently absorbed into Grade L0 with a basic pay of ₹34,000 per month under the pay scale of ₹34,000–₹64,000, along with other admissible allowances. Two educational tracks are open for this recruitment. The first is for candidates holding an AICTE-approved Polytechnic Diploma in Chemical Engineering, and the second is for candidates with a UGC-recognized BSc degree with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects. Both tracks require one year of apprenticeship experience under the Apprentices Act 1961 in the relevant industries mentioned above. It is important to note that candidates with higher professional qualifications such as B.E., B.Tech, MBA, MCA, CA, or LLB are not eligible to apply. Similarly, qualifications obtained through distance education, correspondence, or part-time mode will not be considered. Candidates pursuing or holding such qualifications must not suppress this information, as doing so can lead to disqualification or termination after joining. The minimum age requirement is 18 years and the maximum is 27 years as on 30 April 2026 for General category candidates. Relaxations are available for SC/ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), IFFCO deceased employee dependents, and Ex-IFFCO apprentices. Age proof must be based solely on Matriculation or Higher Secondary board certificates. Applications must be submitted online through the official portal at https://appspd.iffco.coop/candidate or via the websites www.iffco.in and www.iffcoyuva.in before 8 May 2026 at 11:59 PM. The application window is short — just eight days — so interested candidates should act quickly and keep all required documents ready for upload. The recruitment follows the Industry Guidelines of the Government of Odisha regarding local engagement, which may give preference to local candidates from Odisha in the selection process. This is a solid entry-level opportunity in a Central PSU cooperative for technically qualified candidates looking for a stable career in chemical/fertiliser plant operations. Given IFFCO's pan-India presence and strong organizational structure, being part of its Paradeep Unit is a professionally rewarding prospect for fresh apprentice graduates.