Executive Trainees Recruitment 2026 at NPCIL through GATE
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 330
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering) or 5-year Integrated M.Tech degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Civil disciplines. A valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 score in the relevant engineering discipline is mandatory.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 26 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
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Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a recruitment drive for 330 Executive Trainees across Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, and Civil disciplines. Candidates will be selected based on valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 scores, followed by a personal interview. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates to join a leading public sector enterprise in the nuclear power sector.
- Online registration for applications begins on April 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
- The application window closes on April 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
- A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- is applicable for General, EWS, and OBC male candidates.
- Female candidates, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, DODPKIA, and NPCIL employees are exempted from application fees.
- The selection process involves shortlisting based on GATE scores and a personal interview.
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Additional Salary Information
During training, a monthly stipend of Rs. 74,000/- and a one-time book allowance of Rs. 30,000/- will be provided. Upon successful completion of training, Executive Trainees will be appointed as Scientific Officer/C in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, with a basic pay of Rs. 56,100/- plus Dearness Allowance (58% as on 01.07.2025) and other allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates for personal interview based on valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 scores in a 1:12 ratio.
Personal Interview to assess candidates' suitability.
Final selection based on performance in the Personal Interview, subject to medical fitness.
No weightage will be given to GATE scores during final selection.
Tie-breaking principle: Higher GATE score, then older age, will be preferred in case of equal interview marks.
Application Fees
General (UR), EWS, and OBC male candidates: Rs. 500/- (non-refundable) Female candidates, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Dependents of Defence Personnel Killed in Action (DODPKIA), and NPCIL employees: Exempted from payment
Reservation
Reservation for PwBDs will be as per government norms, with specific vacancies identified for various disability categories.
Age relaxation for PwBDs is 10 years.
Age relaxation for OBC (NCL) is 3 years.
Age relaxation for SC/ST is 5 years.
Age relaxation for Dependents of Defence Personnel Killed in Action (DODPKIA) is 5 years.
Age relaxation for Ex-servicemen and commissioned officers is 5 years.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NPCIL careers website www.npcilcareers.co.in.
- Click on the 'Apply Online' link for Executive Trainee 2026 recruitment.
- Register by providing details such as GATE 2024/2025/2026 registration number, name, discipline, date of birth, category, email, and mobile number.
- Activate your account using the link sent to your email.
- Log in with your credentials and fill in all educational qualifications, work experience (if any), and personal details.
- Indicate your preferred city for the interview and choice of 'Reactor Stream' (for Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation disciplines).
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph (JPEG format, 10-50KB, 180x240 to 480x640 pixels) and signature (JPEG format, 80x100 to 160x560 pixels).
- Submit the application form and pay the application fee online (if applicable) between April 10, 2026, and April 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Civil disciplines from an AICTE/UGC recognized university. Additionally, applicants must have a valid GATE-2024, GATE-2025, or GATE-2026 score in their respective engineering discipline.
The selection process involves shortlisting candidates for a personal interview based on their valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 scores, with a ratio of 1:12. Final selection will be based on performance in the personal interview, subject to medical fitness. GATE scores will not be weighted in the final selection.
NPCIL offers a conducive and challenging work environment with attractive opportunities for growth through various training and development programs. A performance-driven promotion policy ensures meritorious officers can look forward to excellent career development prospects within the company.
