NPCIL Recruitment 2026: 114 Vacancies Great Opportunity for newcomers
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a prominent Central Government enterprise operating under the Department of Atomic Energy, has announced Advertisement No. TMS/HRM/01/2026. This hiring initiative targets the Tarapur Atomic Power Project (TAPP) in Maharashtra.
The campaign features 114 openings in Group B and Group C roles, such as:
- Scientific Assistant
- Stipendiary Trainee (both Category-I and Category-II)
- X-Ray Technician
- Assistant Grade-1
Indian nationals possessing educational backgrounds from Class 10, Class 12, ITI certification, Diploma programs, or bachelor’s degrees (tailored to each role) are welcome to participate.
Application timeline: Opens on 15 January 2026 and concludes on 04 February 2026.
Submit applications exclusively via the authorized platform: npcilcareers.co.in.
Carefully review the complete official document for in-depth guidance on qualifying conditions, upper/lower age brackets, evaluation stages, compensation structure, and additional prerequisites.
Quick Overview – NPCIL Recruitment 2026
- Recruiting Body — Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
- Entity Type — Central PSU governed by the Department of Atomic Energy
- Ad Reference — TMS/HRM/01/2026
- Core Mission — Building, launching, and managing nuclear energy facilities nationwide
- Workplace — Tarapur Atomic Power Project, Palghar district, Maharashtra
- Total Openings — 114 positions
- Submission Method — Entirely online
- Window — 15 January 2026 (start) to 04 February 2026 (close)
Position-Wise Opening Snapshot
- Scientific Assistant/B (Civil) → 02 spots
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-I (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Health Physics) → 12 spots
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-II (Plant Operator, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Mason) → 83 spots
- X-Ray Technician (Technician-C) → 02 spots
- Assistant Grade-1 (HR, Finance & Accounts, Contracts & Materials Management) → 15 spots
Overall Count: 114 positions (subject to minor adjustments per official update)
Basic Qualifying Standards
Academic Requirements (as applicable to each role):
- Scientific Assistant/B (Civil): Three-year regular Diploma in Civil Engineering + minimum 60% overall score (or comparable grade).
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-I: Engineering Diploma (in listed branches) with 60%+ aggregate, or B.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics achieving 60%+.
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-II – Plant Operator: 10+2 Science (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) with at least 50% total.
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-II – Maintainer Trades: Class 10 with 50% in Science & Maths + two-year ITI in matching trade.
- X-Ray Technician: 10+2 Science stream (60% minimum) + one-year radiography/X-ray certification + two years’ hands-on experience in the field.
- Assistant Grade-1: Any bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate marks.
Age Boundaries (calculated on 04 February 2026; standard government relaxations apply – e.g., +5 yrs for SC/ST, +3 yrs for OBC-NCL, +10 yrs for PwBD):
- Assistant Grade-1: 21–28 years
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-I: 18–25 years
- Stipendiary Trainee Category-II: 18–24 years
- Scientific Assistant/B: 18–30 years
- X-Ray Technician: 18–25 years
How Candidates are Chosen for NPCIL Recruitment 2026
For Scientific Assistant/B & Stipendiary Trainee Category-I:
- Online computer test – 50 discipline-focused MCQs.
- Face-to-face discussion round for those who clear the test.
For Stipendiary Trainee Category-II, X-Ray Technician & Assistant Grade-1:
- Preliminary screening – 50 MCQs on Maths, Science, and current affairs/general knowledge.
- Main subject test – 50 MCQs on trade knowledge (technical roles) or aptitude/logical reasoning (others).
- Practical assessment – Qualifying round including trade skill demo, typing speed check, or computer skills evaluation (pass/fail; no score contribution to merit).
Timeline Snapshot
- Announcement issued: January 2026
- Online form opens: 15 January 2026 (10:00 hrs)
- Final submission deadline: 04 February 2026 (16:00 hrs)
- Fee payment cutoff: Same as submission date
Fee Structure of NPCIL Recruitment 2026
- General/OBC/EWS (Male) – Group B roles: ₹150
- General/OBC/EWS (Male) – Group C roles: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Completely waived
Helpful Resources of NPCIL Recruitment 2026
| Download official Notification |
| Visit Official Website |
| Online Apply Portal |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
| Join Telegram Group |
| Get More Job Details |
Simple Application Steps to apply NPCIL Recruitment 2026
- Head to the verified portal
- Start fresh registration using a working email and phone number to receive login credentials.
- Sign in, then carefully complete sections on personal info, academics, experience, and role preference.
- Attach scanned copies of photo and signature (follow size/format rules shown on-screen).
- Complete payment online if your category requires it.
- Double-check every entry, then finalize submission. Save/print the confirmation receipt immediately.
