The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a recruitment drive for 330 Executive Trainee (ET) positions across six engineering fields: Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, and Civil. This opportunity is available to all eligible Indian citizens who possess a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in their respective disciplines. The online application process will commence on April 10, 2026, and will conclude on April 30, 2026. The official notification number is NPCIL/HQ/HRM/ET/2026/02.

Key Dates and Application Fee

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Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) Advertisement No. NPCIL/HQ/HRM/ET/2026/02
IMPORTANT DATES Notification Released: April 9, 2026 Application Start: April 10, 2026 (10:00 AM) Last Date to Apply Online: April 30, 2026	APPLICATION FEE Male UR / EWS / OBC: Rs. 500/- Female Applicants: Nil SC / ST / PH: Nil EXM / NPCIL Employees: Nil Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
AGE LIMIT (As of April 10, 2026) Maximum Age: 26 Years (General / EWS) Age Relaxation as per NPCIL guidelines
Qualification Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) or a 5-year Integrated M.Tech with at least 60% aggregate marks in one of the specified disciplines from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution. A valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in the same engineering discipline is also required.
Vacancy Details Total Posts: 330
Discipline	UR	EWS	SC	ST	OBC	Total
Mechanical	48	12	20	08	37	125
Chemical	15	04	06	03	12	40
Electrical	25	06	10	05	19	65
Electronics	19	05	08	03	15	50
Instrumentation	06	01	02	02	04	15
Civil	13	03	06	03	10	35
Grand Total	126	31	52	24	97	330

Application Process
How to Complete the Online Application

Visit the official NPCIL careers website.

Click on the 'Apply Online' link for the Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026.

Register using your valid GATE Registration Number as indicated on your GATE Admit Card.

Activate your account through the link sent to your registered email.

Log in and fill in all necessary details, including Educational Qualifications, Personal Information, Interview Venue Preference, and Reactor Stream Preference (PHWR/LWR).

Upload your scanned photograph and signature as per the specified requirements.

Pay the application fee online if applicable.

After successful submission, note down the generated Application Number.

Keep a printed copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Selection Process
Selection Procedure

• Shortlisting based on GATE Score




• Personal Interview

Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the maximum age limit for NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Answer: The maximum age limit is 26 years for General/EWS candidates as per the official notification.

Q2. What is the pay scale for NPCIL Executive Trainee after training?

Answer: After completing training, the position offers Pay Level-10 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 56,100/-) as Scientific Officer/C, along with Dearness Allowance and other benefits.

Q3. Which organization is responsible for NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Answer: The recruitment is managed by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) under Advertisement No. NPCIL/HQ/HRM/ET/2026/02.

Q4. What is the total number of vacancies for NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Answer: A total of 330 vacancies have been announced, which includes 314 current vacancies and 16 backlog vacancies across six engineering disciplines.

Q5. What is the selection process for NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Answer: The selection process involves shortlisting based on GATE scores (1:12 ratio, discipline and category-wise) followed by a Personal Interview. The GATE score does not carry weightage in the final selection.

Q6. Which GATE scores are valid for applying to NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Answer: Valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026 in the same engineering discipline as the qualifying degree are accepted. Scores from GATE 2023 or earlier are not valid for this recruitment.