NHPC Limited Announces Recruitment for Trainee Engineers: Apply Now
NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment Overview
NHPC Trainee Engineer Vacancy: NHPC Limited has released a notification for the recruitment of Trainee Engineers in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines. A total of 72 positions are available for eligible candidates. The online application process will commence on March 16, 2026, and will close at 5:00 PM on April 6, 2026.
Key Dates for Application
Important Dates
| Event | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Application | March 16, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | April 6, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
Trainee Engineer (Civil): Applicants must hold a B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc. (Engineering) degree in Civil Engineering from an AICTE-approved institution with at least 60% marks. Candidates who completed AMIE with 60% marks by May 31, 2013, are also eligible.
Trainee Engineer (Electrical): A B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc. (Engineering) degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics, Electrical Systems, or High Voltage Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks is required.
Trainee Engineer (Mechanical): Candidates should possess a B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc. (Engineering) degree in Mechanical, Thermal, Production, or Mechanical & Automation Engineering with at least 60% marks.
Application Fee Structure
Application Fee
Candidates from the OBC (NCL) category must pay an application fee of ₹600 plus applicable taxes, totaling ₹708. However, there is no fee for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Women, Persons with Disabilities, and Ex-Servicemen, allowing them to apply free of charge.
Salary and Benefits
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,60,000 under the E-2 Grade. Initially, there will be a one-year training period, followed by a one-year probation. The estimated annual CTC for this position is approximately ₹15–16 lakhs.
Application Process
How to Apply?
1. Visit the official NHPC website.
2. If you are a new applicant, click on "New Registration," fill in your basic details, and create a User ID and password.
3. After registration, log in using your User ID and password.
4. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience accurately.
5. If you belong to the OBC (NCL) category, proceed to make the online payment.
6. Submit the completed application form.