LIC Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) has invited graduates to apply for its Apprenticeship Programme. This is a 12-month apprenticeship with a monthly stipend, not a regular job.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | LIC Housing Finance Limited (LIC HFL) |
| Programme | LIC HFL Apprenticeship Program-010 |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Graduate) |
| Total Vacancies | 232 |
| Qualification | Graduation in any stream |
| Age Limit | 20 to 25 years (as on 1 October 2026) |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Stipend | ₹14,150 to ₹16,650 per month |
| Application Mode | Online via NATS portal |
| Selection | Online exam, document verification, interview |
| Official Website | lichousing.com/careers |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification and Application Start | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 1 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 1 November 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| Online Entrance Exam | 7 November 2026 |
| Document Verification and Interview | 15 November 2026 |
| Engagement Letters | Third week of November 2026 (tentative) |
| Training Starts | Fourth week of November 2026 (tentative) |
State-Wise Vacancy
| State / UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 13 |
| Assam | 7 |
| Bihar | 10 |
| Chandigarh | 7 |
| Delhi | 4 |
| Goa | 1 |
| Gujarat | 4 |
| Haryana | 7 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 1 |
| Jharkhand | 4 |
| Karnataka | 24 |
| Kerala | 7 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 10 |
| Maharashtra | 28 |
| Odisha | 5 |
| Punjab | 5 |
| Rajasthan | 15 |
| Tamil Nadu | 29 |
| Telangana | 16 |
| Tripura | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 16 |
| Uttarakhand | 4 |
| West Bengal | 13 |
| Total | 232 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Education | Graduation in any stream from a recognised university, completed by 1 October 2026 |
| Age | 20 to 25 years as on 1 October 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per the notification |
| Registration | Registration on the NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal |
| Passing-year window | Check the notification |
Application Fee (Verify in PDF)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹800 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹200 |
Pay online by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Stipend
| Location | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Metro cities (e.g., Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad) | ₹16,650 |
| Other cities | ₹14,150 |
The stipend is paid for the 12-month apprenticeship period.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online Entrance Exam | Remote-proctored exam on 7 November 2026, taken from home using a camera-enabled device |
| 2. Document Verification | For shortlisted candidates, from 15 November 2026 |
| 3. Personal Interview | At LIC HFL offices |
| 4. Engagement Letter | Training branch and stipend details, tentatively third week of November |
How to Apply Online
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register or log in on the NATS portal: nats.education.gov.in |
| 2 | Find the LIC HFL Apprenticeship Program-010 and apply |
| 3 | Fill in your personal and education details |
| 4 | Upload the required documents |
| 5 | Pay the exam fee online |
| 6 | Submit and save the confirmation |
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Graduation marksheet and degree | Qualification proof |
| ID proof | Identity |
| Photo and signature (scanned) | Upload |
| Category certificate | Reserved categories |
| Device with camera and stable internet | Online proctored exam |
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (NATS Portal) | Apply Online |
| Pay Exam Fee | Pay Fee Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | LIC HFL Careers |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in LIC HFL Apprentice 2026?
There are 232 apprentice vacancies across 24 states and union territories.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply and pay the exam fee is 1 November 2026.
Q3. When is the LIC HFL Apprentice exam?
The online entrance exam is on 7 November 2026.
Q4. Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship, and apprentices are not employees of LIC HFL.
Q5. What is the stipend?
The stipend is ₹16,650 per month for metro cities and ₹14,150 per month for other cities.
Q6. Who can apply?
Graduates in any stream aged 20 to 25 years as on 1 October 2026.
Q7. How do I apply?
Register on the NATS portal, apply for the LIC HFL programme, and pay the exam fee online before 1 November 2026.
Q8. Can I take the exam from home?
Yes. The exam is remote-proctored, so you need a camera-enabled desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone.
Disclaimer: FresherWave is not an official government website. Please verify all details on the official LIC HFL notification before applying.