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Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released the official notification for the NPCIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 through GATE 2024/2025/2026. This recruitment drive will fill 330 Executive Trainee (Scientific Officer/C) vacancies (314 current + 16 backlog) in various engineering disciplines. The NPCIL ET 2026 Online registration commences on 10 April 2026 (10:00 Hrs) and closes on 30 April 2026 (16:00 Hrs). Candidates must check the complete details regarding eligibility, age limits, discipline-wise vacancies, pay scale, and the online application process for the NPCIL Executive Trainee (ET) 2026 provided below.

Organization

NPCIL

Total No Of Vacancy

Total Post - 330

Posts

Post Name

Executive Trainee (Scientific Officer/C)

Total Vacancies

330 Posts (Current 314 + Backlog 16)

Age Limit

26-41 Years (as on 30/04/2026)

Salary

₹56,100 (Pay Level-10) + 58% DA (as on 01.07.2025)

Minimum Qualification

B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) or 5-Year Integrated M.Tech

Application Fee

₹500 for Male UR/EWS/OBC only | Exempted for Female & Reserved Categories

Selection Process

GATE Score Shortlisting + Personal Interview + Document Verification

Job Location

Various Nuclear Power Plants & Units across India

Last Date

30 April 2026 (16:00 Hrs)

Discipline UR EWS SC ST OBC (NCL) 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

Qualification

  • Educational Qualification: Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) or 5-Year Integrated M.Tech degree with minimum 60% marks in aggregate in the relevant discipline from a recognized university. Candidates in final year/semester of 2026 are also eligible (must produce final marksheet by 30 November 2026).
  • GATE Score: Valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 score in the same discipline as the qualifying degree is mandatory.
  • Age Limit (as on 30.04.2026):
Category Upper Age Limit Born on or after
General / EWS 26 Years 30.04.2000
OBC (NCL) 29 Years 30.04.1997
SC / ST 31 Years 30.04.1995
PwBD (General/EWS) 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 / DODPKIA 31 Years 30.04.1995

Application Form Fees

  • Male UR / EWS / OBC (NCL): ₹500/- (Non-refundable)
  • Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / DODPKIA / NPCIL Employees: Exempted (₹0/-)
  • Payment Method: Online Mode only.

Selection Process

The selection on the basis of following steps:-

  • Shortlisting on the basis of valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores (ratio 1:12 per discipline & category)
  • Personal Interview
  • Document Verification

Form Apply Process

Eligible & Interested candidates must apply online only through the official NPCIL career portal.

➢ Step 1: Visit the dedicated application portal www.npcilcareers.co.in and register using valid email and mobile number.

➢ Step 2: Enter your valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 Registration Number and fill educational qualification & work experience details.

➢ Step 3: Upload scanned Photograph, Signature and all required documents.

➢ Step 4: Select preferred Interview City and Reactor Stream (PHWR / LWR).

➢ Step 5: Review the application, pay the fee (if applicable) and submit the form on or before 30 April 2026 (16:00 Hrs).

➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.

Note: Only online applications are accepted. Candidates must ensure that the GATE score and discipline match the qualifying degree. Application fee is non-refundable.



Important Dates

Online Registration Start Date

10 April 2026 (10:00 Hrs)

Last Date for Online Application

30 April 2026 (16:00 Hrs)

Payment of Application Fee

10 April to 30 April 2026 (16:00 Hrs)

Application Dates

Start Date:
Last Date: 30/04/2026