1. What is it?

The LIC Apprentice and Internship Hiring Test is conducted by the Life Insurance Corporation of India to select candidates for short-term apprenticeship or internship roles in different departments, such as finance, marketing, actuarial, IT, customer service, and operations.

These are temporary learning-based positions meant to give candidates real-world exposure to LIC’s functioning.

2. Purpose

• To recruit fresh graduates, postgraduates, or professional course students for training and exposure.

• To build a pipeline of talent for possible future permanent recruitment.

3. Eligibility

• Education:

  • For Apprenticeship: Usually Graduation in relevant field (Commerce, Finance, IT, Marketing, Actuarial, etc.).

  • For Internship: Final-year students of recognized universities or professional courses (e.g., MBA, CA, Actuarial Science).

• Age:

  • Apprenticeship: 21–28 years (varies by stream, relaxations apply)

  • Internship: No strict age limit; must meet course criteria.

• Good communication skills, computer proficiency, and domain knowledge preferred.

4. Selection Process

1. Application Screening – Based on academic records & eligibility.

2. Written/Online Test – Objective type, covering:

   • Reasoning Ability

   • Quantitative Aptitude

   • English Language

   • Domain Knowledge (Finance, IT, Marketing, or Actuarial concepts depending on the role)

3. Interview – To assess interpersonal skills, domain expertise, and suitability.

5. Exam Pattern (Typical)

• Duration: ~60–90 minutes

• Negative Marking: Usually not applied

6. Nature of Appointment

• Apprenticeship: Fixed term (6–12 months), stipend paid.

• Internship: Short term (1–3 months), stipend or certificate provided depending on the arrangement.

• No permanent employment guarantee, but strong performers may get priority in future LIC recruitment drives.