Overview
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Executive Trainee (ET) (330 posts vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 30 April 2026 (1600 hrs).
Key Details
- Organization
- Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
- Qualification
- Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering) or 5-year Integrated M.Tech with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in one of the 6 advertised disciplines from a university/institution recognised by AICTE/UGC. Only full-time, on-campus regular degrees are eligible — correspondence, distance education, part-time, and research-based degrees are not accepted. GATE Score: Candidates must hold a valid GATE 2024, GATE 2025, or GATE 2026 score in the same discipline as their qualifying degree. GATE 2023 and earlier scores are not valid. Equal weightage is given to all three years' GATE scores. Final Year Applicants: Candidates awaiting results or appearing in their final semester/year exam during 2026 may apply, but must submit their final result (minimum 60%) by 30 November 2026 if selected.
- Vacancies
- 330 posts
- Posted
- 10 April 2026 (1000 hrs)
- Last date to apply
- 30 April 2026 (1600 hrs)
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 10 April 2026 (1000 hrs) |
| Application Last Date | 30 April 2026 (1600 hrs) |
| Online application opens | 10 Apr 2026 (1000 hrs) |
| Last date to apply online | 30 Apr 2026 (1600 hrs) |
| Application fee payment window | 10 Apr – 30 Apr 2026 |
| Interview schedule (tentative) | 8 – 19 June 2026 |
| Waitlist validity | Till 21 September 2026 |
| Final result submission (final year) | On or before 30 Nov 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Discipline: Total Mechanical: 125 Chemical: 40 Electrical: 65 Electronics: 50 Instrumentation: 15 Civil: 35 Total: 330
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering) or 5-year Integrated M.Tech with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in one of the 6 advertised disciplines from a university/institution recognised by AICTE/UGC. Only full-time, on-campus regular degrees are eligible — correspondence, distance education, part-time, and research-based degrees are not accepted. GATE Score: Candidates must hold a valid GATE 2024, GATE 2025, or GATE 2026 score in the same discipline as their qualifying degree. GATE 2023 and earlier scores are not valid. Equal weightage is given to all three years' GATE scores. Final Year Applicants: Candidates awaiting results or appearing in their final semester/year exam during 2026 may apply, but must submit their final result (minimum 60%) by 30 November 2026 if selected.
Age Limit
Category: Upper Age Limit | Born On or After General / EWS: 26 years | 30.04.2000 OBC (NCL) — Relaxation 3 years: 29 years | 30.04.1997 SC / ST — Relaxation 5 years: 31 years | 30.04.1995 PwBD – General/EWS — Relaxation 10 years: 36 years | 30.04.1990 PwBD – OBC (NCL): 39 years | 30.04.1987 PwBD – SC/ST: 41 years | 30.04.1985 Ex-servicemen / DEP 1984 — Relaxation 5 years: 31 years | 30.04.1995 NPCIL serving employees: No upper age limit | —
Salary
During Training: Monthly Stipend — Rs. 74,000/- | One-time Book Allowance — Rs. 30,000/- | Mandatory lodging & boarding provided by NPCIL. After Appointment as Scientific Officer/C (Group A): Pay Level 10 — Rs. 56,100/- in Pay Matrix + 58% DA (as on 01.07.2025) + Transport Allowance, HRA, Site Location Allowance, Professional Update Allowance, LTA, Medical (CHSS), Children Education Assistance, Performance Linked Incentive, EPF, Gratuity, Group Insurance, and NPCIL Defined Contribution Pension Scheme 2025.
Application Fee
Category: Fee General / EWS / OBC (Male candidates only): Rs. 500/- (non-refundable) Female candidates: Nil (exempted) SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-servicemen / DODPKIA / NPCIL employees: Nil (exempted) Fee is payable online only via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI through the integrated payment gateway. No other mode accepted.
Selection Process
Candidates are shortlisted for Personal Interview based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores in a 1:12 ratio (discipline and category wise). GATE score carries no weightage in the final selection — final selection is purely based on Personal Interview performance and medical fitness. Stage: Details Shortlisting: Based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 score (1:12 ratio, merit list discipline & category wise) Personal Interview: Tentatively 8–19 June 2026 at Mumbai, NAPS (UP), MAPS (Tamil Nadu), KGS (Karnataka) Qualifying marks (Interview): UR — 70% | EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD — 60% Tie-breaking: Higher GATE score → if still tied, senior in age ranks higher Medical fitness: Mandatory — by NPCIL's authorised medical officer Bond: Rs. 9,18,000/- indemnity bond + service bond for minimum 3 years after training
How to Apply
1. Register: Visit www.npcilcareers.co.in and click Apply → Online Registration. Enter your GATE registration number (from GATE 2024/2025/2026 admit card), discipline, personal details, and category. An activation link will be sent to your registered email. 2. Activate your account: Click the activation link in your email to activate your login. 3. Fill application form: Log in and complete all stages — educational qualifications, post-qualification work experience (if any), personal details, interview city preference, reactor stream choice (if applicable), and upload scanned photo (JPEG, max 50 KB) and signature (JPEG, max 20 KB). 4. Submit application: Review the draft carefully and click "Submit Application." No changes can be made after submission. 5. Pay application fee (if applicable): General/EWS/OBC male candidates pay Rs. 500/- online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI. Fee payment window: 10 April – 30 April 2026. Note your application number on successful payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 PDF Out, Apply Online for 330 Posts through GATE?
Application Start Date: 10 April 2026 (1000 hrs); Application Last Date: 30 April 2026 (1600 hrs); Online application opens: 10 Apr 2026 (1000 hrs); Last date to apply online: 30 Apr 2026 (1600 hrs); Application fee payment window: 10 Apr – 30 Apr 2026; Interview schedule (tentative): 8 – 19 June 2026; Waitlist validity: Till 21 September 2026; Final result submission (final year): On or before 30 Nov 2026
What is the application fee?
Category: Fee General / EWS / OBC (Male candidates only): Rs. 500/- (non-refundable) Female candidates: Nil (exempted) SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-servicemen / DODPKIA / NPCIL employees: Nil (exempted) Fee is payable online only via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI through the integrated payment gateway. No other mode accepted.
What is the age limit?
26 years
What is the selection process?
Candidates are shortlisted for Personal Interview based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores in a 1:12 ratio (discipline and category wise). GATE score carries no weightage in the final selection — final selection is purely based on Personal Interview performance and medical fitness. Stage: Details Shortlisting: Based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 score (1:12 ratio, merit list discipline & category wise) Personal Interview: Tentatively 8–19 June 2026 at Mumbai, NAPS (UP), MAPS (Tamil Nadu), KGS (Karnataka) Qualifying marks (Interview): UR — 70% | EWS/SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD — 60% Tie-breaking: Higher GATE score → if still tied, senior in age ranks higher Medical fitness: Mandatory — by NPCIL's authorised medical officer Bond: Rs. 9,18,000/- indemnity bond + service bond for minimum 3 years after training