026 – 255 Posts Apply Online Published: 16 May 2026 Government Job
About This Recruitment
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited, commonly known as NPCIL, is one of the most respected central public sector enterprises in India. It works under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, and is responsible for designing, building, operating, and maintaining nuclear power reactors across the country. NPCIL has now released an official recruitment notification for 255 vacancies of Category II Stipendiary Trainee and Technician posts at its Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project site located in Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu.
This is a great opportunity for young candidates who have completed their 10th or 12th standard with science subjects or hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade. Women candidates are especially encouraged to apply as NPCIL actively works towards gender balance in its workforce. Applications will be accepted only through online mode starting from 08 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 29 June 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited |
| Advertisement No | NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026 |
| Post Name | Category II Stipendiary Trainee and Technician ST/TN |
| Total Vacancies | 255 |
| Job Location | Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project Tamil Nadu |
| Group | Group C |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | www.npcilcareers.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal Opens | 08 June 2026 at 10:00 hours |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 29 June 2026 up to 16:00 hours |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 29 June 2026 up to 16:00 hours |
| Age and Eligibility Cut Off Date | 29 June 2026 |
| Online Examination Date | To be notified on official NPCIL website |
Vacancy Details – Category Wise
| Category | Current Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 39 | 23 | 62 |
| ST | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| OBC NCL | 56 | 21 | 77 |
| EWS | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| UR General | 91 | 0 | 91 |
| Total | 208 | 47 | 255 |
Vacancy Details – Trade Wise
| Trade / Discipline | SC | ST | OBC NCL | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 33 | 3 | 41 | 11 | 48 | 136 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 15 |
| Instrumentation Mechanic | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 15 |
| Electrician | 11 | 1 | 14 | 4 | 17 | 47 |
| Fitter | 7 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 30 |
| Turner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 05 |
| Machinist | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 05 |
| Welder | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 02 |
| Total | 62 | 5 | 77 | 20 | 91 | 255 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General UR / EWS / OBC Male Candidates | Rs 100 only |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| Female Candidates All Categories | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| NPCIL Employees | Exempted |
Fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI only. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Do not press back or refresh button after payment submission to avoid double payment.
Educational Qualification
For Plant Operator
Candidate must have passed HSC which is 10 plus 2 or ISC with Science Stream covering Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with minimum 50 percent marks in aggregate. English must have been studied as a subject at least at SSC that is 10th level.
For Electronics Mechanic, Instrumentation Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, and Welder
Candidate must have passed SSC that is 10th standard with minimum 50 percent marks in Science and Mathematics individually. Along with this, a 2 year ITI certificate in the relevant trade is required. For trades where the ITI course is less than 2 years, the candidate must have at least 1 year of relevant working experience after completing the course. English must have been studied as a subject at SSC level.
One year apprenticeship training after a 1 year ITI course will be counted as one year experience. However, internship period will not be counted as experience.
Note: Candidates who passed 10th in the year 2021 and were declared pass without marks due to Covid-19 pandemic will be exempt from the minimum percentage requirement in SSC.
Age Limit as on 29 June 2026
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Born On or After | Born On or Before |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category II Stipendiary Trainee Technician | 18 years | 24 years | 29 June 2002 | 29 June 2008 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC Non Creamy Layer | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD UR and EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD OBC NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD SC ST | 15 years |
| Dependents of 1984 Riot Victims | 5 years |
| Dependents of Defence Personnel Killed in Action | 5 years |
| Widows and Divorced Women Not Remarried UR EWS OBC | Up to 35 years |
| Widows and Divorced Women Not Remarried SC ST | Up to 40 years |
| NPCIL Contract or Fixed Term Employees | Up to 5 years additional |
| Ex-Servicemen Group C Posts | 3 years after deducting military service |
Physical Standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 160 cm |
| Minimum Weight | 45.5 kg |
Physical standards are relaxable if the candidate is otherwise medically fit.
Stipend and Salary After Training
Selected candidates will undergo a 2 year training period. During training they will receive a stipend and after successful completion they will be absorbed as Technician B.
| Period | Stipend / Pay |
|---|---|
| First Year of Training | Rs 20,000 per month |
| Second Year of Training | Rs 22,000 per month |
| Book Allowance One Time | Rs 3,000 |
| After Absorption Pay Level | Level 3 |
| Basic Pay After Training | Rs 21,700 per month |
| Dearness Allowance at 60 percent | Rs 13,020 per month |
| Approximate Monthly Take Home | Rs 34,720 per month |
Candidates who score less than 60 percent marks during the 2 year training period will not be absorbed into regular employment.
Bond Amount: Selected candidates must sign an indemnity bond of Rs 5,07,000 for a period of 5 years before joining the traineeship. If the bond is breached the candidate must repay the total stipend and book allowance received.
Additional Benefits After Absorption
| Benefits |
|---|
| Transport Allowance |
| House Rent Allowance and Housing |
| Site Location Allowance |
| Professional Update Allowance Annual |
| Leave Travel Allowance |
| Medical Facility for Self and Dependents |
| Children Education Assistance |
| Reimbursement of Mobile Phone Charges |
| Reimbursement of Cable TV and Newspaper Charges |
| Canteen Subsidy |
| Performance Linked Incentive Scheme |
| House Building Advance |
| Employee Provident Fund |
| Gratuity |
| Post Retirement Medical Care |
| Group Insurance |
| Pension as per NPCIL Defined Contribution Pension Scheme 2025 |
Selection Process – Step by Step
Stage 1 – Preliminary Online Test
This is the first screening round. All trades have a common question paper.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 hour 60 minutes |
| Total Questions | 50 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Mathematics | 20 Questions |
| Science | 20 Questions |
| General Awareness | 10 Questions |
| Marks Per Correct Answer | 3 marks |
| Negative Marking Per Wrong Answer | 1 mark deducted |
| Maximum Marks | 150 marks |
| Qualifying Marks UR | 40 percent |
| Qualifying Marks SC ST OBC EWS PwBD | 30 percent |
Stage 2 – Advanced Online Test
Only candidates who qualify Stage 1 will have their Stage 2 responses evaluated. Both tests are conducted on the same day without any break.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours 120 minutes |
| Total Questions | 50 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marks Per Correct Answer | 3 marks |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Maximum Marks | 150 marks |
| Qualifying Marks UR | 30 percent |
| Qualifying Marks SC ST OBC EWS PwBD | 20 percent |
| Syllabus for Plant Operator | HSC 10 plus 2 or ISC level |
| Syllabus for Other Trades | Related to relevant ITI trade |
Final merit list is prepared based on Stage 2 Advanced Test marks only.
Tie Breaking Rule
If two candidates score equal marks, the following steps are followed in order to decide ranking:
Step 1 — Candidate with lower negative marks in Stage 2 ranks higher
Step 2 — Candidate with higher marks in Stage 1 ranks higher
Step 3 — Candidate with lower negative marks in Stage 1 ranks higher
Step 4 — Candidate with higher Mathematics marks in Stage 1 ranks higher
Step 5 — Candidate with higher Science marks in Stage 1 ranks higher
Stage 3 – Document Verification
Based on the Stage 2 merit list, candidates are shortlisted for document verification. The number of candidates called for document verification will not exceed 3 times the total number of vacancies for each post. Candidates clearing document verification are empanelled in order of merit.
How to Apply Online – Step by Step
Step 1 – Visit the official NPCIL careers website at www.npcilcareers.co.in
Step 2 – Click on Apply then Online Registration link available at the top or left corner of the page. Enter all basic details like Name, Date of Birth, Category, Email ID in small letters only, and Mobile Number.
Step 3 – After registration an activation link will be sent to your registered email. Click on that link to activate your account.
Step 4 – Log in using your credentials and fill in all details in the following sequence:
- Educational Qualification
- Post Qualification Work Experience if any
- Personal Details
- Upload Photo and Signature
- Submit Application
Step 5 – Review the full draft of your application before final submission. You can make changes at this point. Once submitted no changes will be allowed.
Step 6 – Pay the application fee of Rs 100 through online mode if you are not exempted. Wait for server confirmation after payment. Do not press back or refresh button.
Step 7 – After successful payment your application number will be generated. Log in again and verify the payment status.
Step 8 – Take a printout of the system generated application form. Do not send any documents to NPCIL in hard copy or soft copy.
Photo and Signature Upload Guidelines
Photograph Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Format | JPG only |
| File Size | 10 KB to 50 KB |
| Resolution | Not more than 640 x 480 pixels |
| Background | Light coloured preferably white |
| Face Coverage | Minimum 50 percent of photo area |
| Spectacles | Avoid if possible no glare allowed |
| Cap or Hat | Not acceptable |
Signature Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Format | JPG only |
| File Size | Maximum 20 KB |
| Dimensions | 80 x 100 pixels minimum to 160 x 560 pixels maximum |
| Ink Colour | Black or blue ink only |
| Paper | Plain white paper |
| Typed Text | Not acceptable |
Documents Required at Document Verification
| Document |
|---|
| Two Passport Size Photographs |
| Printout of Online Application Form |
| E Admit Card |
| Valid Government Photo ID Aadhaar Driving Licence Passport PAN Card |
| 10th SSC Certificate as Date of Birth Proof |
| All Educational and ITI Certificates and Marksheets |
| Experience Certificate if applicable on company letterhead |
| Caste Certificate SC ST OBC EWS if applicable in Government of India format |
| PwBD Disability Certificate if applicable |
| NOC from Present Employer if working in Government or PSU |
| Employment Preference Certificate for Project Affected Persons if applicable |
| Discharge Certificate for Ex-Servicemen if applicable |
| Self Attested Photocopies of All Documents |
Important Instructions
Apply well before 29 June 2026. Do not wait for the last date as heavy traffic on the website near closing date may cause login failures.
Email ID must be entered in small letters only otherwise you may not receive important alerts from NPCIL.
Once the application is submitted no changes or corrections can be made in any field.
Candidates working in any Central or State Government department or PSU must carry a valid NOC from their employer at the time of document verification.
All selected candidates will work in round the clock shift duties at the nuclear power project site.
Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, and all electronic gadgets are strictly banned inside the examination hall.
Any form of canvassing or attempting to influence the selection will lead to immediate disqualification.
OBC candidates belonging to Creamy Layer are not eligible for OBC reservation benefits.
All disputes related to this recruitment will be under the jurisdiction of courts in Tirunelveli Tamil Nadu only.
Official Links
Apply Online: https://www.npcilcareers.co.in
Official NPCIL Website: https://www.npcil.nic.in
Note: All information shared in this article is based on the official NPCIL recruitment notification bearing Advertisement No NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full official notification carefully before applying and visit www.npcilcareers.co.in regularly for any updates, corrigendum, or exam date announcements. For more latest government job updates, admit card news, and admission notifications across Assam and India regularly visit Assam Job Update at assamjobupdate.com for fast and reliable information.
