NFL Recruitment 2026 :- National Fertilizer Limited presents a prestigious career opportunity for young, energetic, and qualified Indian nationals to join National Fertilizers Limited (NFL), a Navratna premier profit-making Central Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Government of India. NFL is engaged in manufacturing and marketing of fertilizers and other agricultural inputs with five gas-based Ammonia-Urea plants located at Nangal, Bathinda, Panipat, and Vijaipur. The company invites online applications for the engagement of Management Trainees in E-1 Grade (Pay Scale: ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000) across six disciplines: Marketing, Finance & Accounts, Materials, Information Technology, Electrical, and Chemical. With a total of 21 vacancies, this is an excellent opportunity for graduates, postgraduates, and professionals with CA/ICWA/CMA qualifications. The selection process includes an Offline OMR Based Examination followed by a Personal Interview.
NFL Recruitment 2026 Details
Post Code
Post Name
Pay Scale
Total Vacancies
UR
SC
ST
OBC (NCL)
EWS
PwBD
ExSM
PwBD Categories Identified Suitable
61000124
Management Trainee (Marketing)
E-1 (₹40,000-1,40,000)
13
06
01
03 (2-Backlog)
02
01
01 (Cat C)
01 (Cat D&E) (1-Backlog)
I. B, LV; II. D, HH; III. OA, OL, BA, BL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV; IV. SLD, MI; V. MD
61000056
Management Trainee (F&A)
E-1 (₹40,000-1,40,000)
03
–
–
01 (1-Backlog)
02 (2-Backlog)
–
–
–
I. B, LV; II. D, HH; III. OA, OL, BA, BL, OAL, BLOA, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, MDy; IV. MD
61000135
Management Trainee (Materials)
E-1 (₹40,000-1,40,000)
01
–
–
01 (1-Backlog)
–
–
–
–
I. B, LV; II. D, HH; III. OA, OL, BA, CP, LC, Dw, AAV; IV. SLD, MI; V. MD
61000104
Management Trainee (Information Technology)
E-1 (₹40,000-1,40,000)
01
–
–
–
01 (1-Backlog)
–
–
–
I. B, LV; II. D, HH; III. OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV; IV. SLD, MI; V. MD
61000043
Management Trainee (Electrical)
E-1 (₹40,000-1,40,000)
02
–
–
02 (2-Backlog)
–
–
–
–
I. D, HH; II. OL, Dw, AAV; III. ASD(M), SLD, MI; IV. MD
61000177
Management Trainee (Chemical)
E-1 (₹40,000-1,40,000)
01
01
–
–
–
–
01 (Cat D&E) (1-Backlog)
–
I. HH; II. OA, OL, CP, Dw, AAV; III. SLD, MI; IV. MD
Minimum Educational Qualification (Min. 60% marks; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD/Departmental)
61000124
Management Trainee (Marketing)
02 years full time MBA/PGDBM/PGDM in Marketing/Agribusiness Marketing/Agri-Business Management/Agri-Business/Agriculture Business Management/International Business/Agriculture & Food Business/Food & Agribusiness/Rural Management/Foreign Trade/International Marketing ORB.Sc. in Agriculture with M.Sc. (Agriculture) with specialization in any discipline
61000056
Management Trainee (F&A)
Bachelor’s Degree with pass in final examination of CA/ICWA/CMA OR Two years full time MBA/PGDM/PGDBM with major specialization in Finance/Financial Management (min. 60% marks)
61000135
Management Trainee (Materials)
Full Time Regular B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engg. in Mechanical/Material Science/Material Science & Technology/Material Science & Engineering (min. 60% marks) OR 02 years full time MBA/PGDM/PGDBM with specialization in Materials Management/Logistics Management/Supply Chain Management (min. 60% marks)
61000104
Management Trainee (Information Technology)
Full Time Regular B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engg. in Computer Science Engineering/Information Technology OR Full time regular MCA from recognized institute (min. 60% marks; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD/Departmental)
61000043
Management Trainee (Electrical)
Full Time Regular B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engg. in Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering (min. 60% marks; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD/Departmental) OR AMIE in Electrical Engineering
61000177
Management Trainee (Chemical)
Full Time Regular B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engg. in Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology/Chemical Process Technology (min. 60% marks; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD/Departmental) OR AMIE in Chemical Engineering
NFL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Category
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹ 700/- plus applicable bank charges (Non-refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD / ExSM / Departmental
Exempted (No fee)
Payment Mode
Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
NFL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Category
Maximum Age(as on cut-off date: 30.04.2026)
Age Relaxation
General (UR) / EWS
27 years
No relaxation
OBC (NCL)
27 years
3 years (up to 30 years)
SC / ST
27 years
5 years (up to 32 years)
PwBD (General/UR)
27 years
10 years (up to 37 years)
PwBD (OBC)
27 years
13 years (up to 40 years)
PwBD (SC/ST)
27 years
15 years (up to 42 years)
Departmental Candidates (UR)
27 years
Up to 40 years
Departmental Candidates (OBC)
27 years
Up to 43 years
Departmental Candidates (SC/ST)
27 years
Up to 45 years
Ex-Servicemen
As per Government of India guidelines
J&K Domicile (01.01.1980 – 31.12.1989)
27 years
5 years
Apprenticeship Trainees (NFL Units)
27 years
Equivalent to apprenticeship period
Maximum Age (including all relaxations)
56 years
Minimum Age
18 years
Crucial Date for Age Calculation
April 30, 2026
NFL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Stage
Description
Stage 1: Online Application
Candidates must submit online application with all required documents and fee (if applicable).
Stage 2: Offline OMR Based Examination
Objective type test. 150 questions, 150 marks, 2 hours (120 minutes) . No negative marking. 100 questions from discipline/qualifying course curriculum, 50 questions from General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning & General Knowledge/Awareness. Medium: Hindi & English.
Stage 3: Shortlisting for Interview
Based on performance in Offline OMR Based test, candidates shortlisted in ratio of 1:5 (5 eligible candidates for 1 post) for personal interview.
Stage 4: Personal Interview
Shortlisted candidates called for personal interview. Weightage: 20% of final score.
Stage 5: Document Verification
Original certificates verified at the time of interview.
Final Selection
Based on combined score: Offline OMR Based Test (80% weightage) + Personal Interview (20% weightage) . Candidates must qualify separately in both with minimum average of 50% marks.
Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Company Accommodation, Leave, Medical Facilities, Performance Related Pay (PRP), Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, Contributory Superannuation Benefit Fund Scheme, Group Personal Accident Insurance
Service Agreement Bond
₹4,50,000 (to serve the company for at least 3 years after successful completion of training)
How to Apply ?
Step
Instructions
Step 1: Website Visit
Visit the NFL website: www.nationalfertilizers.com → Careers → Recruitment in NFL → Engagement of Management Trainees in NFL-2026
Step 2: Registration
Create an account on NFL’s recruitment portal using your own/personal Email ID and Mobile number. If already registered, login with existing credentials.
Step 3: Fill Application Form
Login and fill the application form with all required details: Post Selection, Personal Details, Education Details, Experience Details, etc.
Preview all details carefully. Once submitted, no changes can be made.
Step 6: Pay Application Fee
Pay non-refundable application fee of ₹700/- plus applicable bank charges online via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI. SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Departmental candidates are exempted.
Step 7: Download Documents
Download and retain the copy of online Application Form, Fee Receipt, and Admit Card (when available) for future reference.
Q1: What is the last date to apply for NFL Recruitment 2026?
For NFL Recruitment 2026, the last date for submission of online application is June 12, 2026. The cut-off date for determining eligibility in respect of age, minimum educational qualification, and experience is April 30, 2026. The edit/correction window will be open from June 14, 2026 to June 15, 2026.
Q2: How can I apply for the Management Trainee posts under NFL Recruitment 2026?
For NFL Recruitment 2026, candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the NFL website (www.nationalfertilizers.com) under Careers → Recruitment in NFL → Engagement of Management Trainees in NFL-2026. The process involves registration, filling the application form, uploading scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, mark sheets, etc.), paying the application fee (if applicable), and submitting the application. No manual/paper applications are accepted.
Q3: What is the application fee for NFL Recruitment 2026? Who is exempted?
For NFL Recruitment 2026, candidates belonging to General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹700/- plus applicable bank charges. SC, ST, PwBD, ExSM, and Departmental candidates are exempted from payment of application fee. The fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Failed transaction amounts are automatically refunded within 15 working days.
Q4: What is the age limit for NFL Recruitment 2026?
For NFL Recruitment 2026, the maximum age limit for General (UR) and EWS candidates is 27 years as on April 30, 2026. Age relaxation is available as per Government norms: 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC/ST, 10/13/15 years for PwBD candidates (depending on category), 5 years for J&K domiciled candidates, and as per rules for Ex-Servicemen and Departmental candidates. Departmental candidates can apply up to 40/43/45 years depending on category. The maximum age after all relaxations is 56 years.
Q5: What is the selection process for NFL Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for NFL Recruitment 2026 consists of two stages: (1) Offline OMR Based Examination – 150 objective type questions (100 discipline-related + 50 General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning & General Knowledge), 2 hours duration, no negative marking; and (2) Personal Interview – shortlisted candidates in ratio of 1:5. Final selection is based on combined score: Written Test (80% weightage) + Interview (20% weightage) . Candidates must qualify separately in both with minimum average of 50% marks. Test centres are available across 25 cities including Ranchi, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Delhi, Noida, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Patna, etc.
