NHPC Limited, a Government of India Navratna Enterprise, has invited online applications from eligible SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD candidates under Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) for the post of Trainee Engineer (Civil, Electrical & Mechanical) on the basis of GATE-2024 / GATE-2025 scores.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, category, reservation, valid GATE score, and other criteria. The NHPC Limited Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 for 81 Vacancies Online Registration process starts from 16th March 2026 and closes on 06th April 2026.
NHPC Limited Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Trainee Engineer (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical) |
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| Total Vacancies |
81 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 30 years as on 06/04/2026 |
| Salary |
₹50,000 – 1,60,000 (E-2 Level, IDA) |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with 60% marks + valid GATE 2024/2025 score |
| Application Fee |
₹708 (OBC-NCL) | Nil (SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Women/ Ex-Servicemen) |
| Selection Process |
GATE Score (75%) + Group Discussion (5%) + Personal Interview (20%) |
| Job Location |
All India (NHPC Projects & Offices) |
| Last Date |
06 April 2026 |
✅ NHPC Trainee Engineer Vacancy 2026 List:
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
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| Trainee Engineer (Civil) | 14 |
| Trainee Engineer (Electrical) | 39 |
| Trainee Engineer (Mechanical) | 28 |
| Total = 81 Posts | |
✅ NHPC Trainee Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026:
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Post Name |
Age Limit (as on 06.04.2026) |
Educational Qualification |
GATE Requirement |
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Trainee Engineer (Civil) |
Maximum 30 years |
Full-time B.E./B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Civil Engineering with 60% marks (or AMIE with 60% marks) |
Valid GATE-2024 / GATE-2025 score in Civil Engineering |
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Trainee Engineer (Electrical) |
Maximum 30 years |
Full-time B.E./B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Power Systems & High Voltage / Power Engineering with 60% marks (or AMIE with 60% marks) |
Valid GATE-2024 / GATE-2025 score in Electrical Engineering |
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Trainee Engineer (Mechanical) |
Maximum 30 years |
Full-time B.E./B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks (or AMIE with 60% marks) |
Valid GATE-2024 / GATE-2025 score in Mechanical Engineering |
✅ NHPC Trainee Engineer Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following parameters:-
- GATE 2024 / 2025 Marks (out of 100) – 75%
- Group Discussion – 5%
- Personal Interview – 20%
✅ NHPC Trainee Engineer Application Fee:
- OBC (NCL) candidates: ₹600 + 18% GST = ₹708 (plus bank charges)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen candidates: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online only. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening date for Online Registration |
16 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
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Closing date for Online Registration |
06 April 2026 (05:00 PM) |
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Tentative Date of Selection Process |
To be notified later |
✅ Important Links:
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NHPC Trainee Engineer Detailed Notification PDF |
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NHPC Trainee Engineer Apply Online Link (From 16.03.2026) |
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✅ How to Apply NHPC Limited Trainee Engineer 2026:
Only candidates having valid GATE-2024 / GATE-2025 score can apply online through NHPC website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit www.nhpcindia.com → Career section and read all instructions.
➢ Step 2: Click on the online application link against Advt. No. NH/Rectt./02/2026.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form with all required details and upload scanned documents (Photograph, Signature, GATE scorecard, educational certificates, category certificate etc.).
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
➢ Step 5: Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
81 posts (Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD).
What is the age limit for NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 30 years as on 06 April 2026 (with applicable relaxations).
What is the pay scale in NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
₹50,000 – 1,60,000 (E-2 Level, IDA pattern).
What is the selection process for NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
GATE Score (75%) + Group Discussion (5%) + Personal Interview (20%).
What is the application fee for NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
₹708 for OBC(NCL); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen.
What are the important dates for NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Online Registration: 16 March 2026 to 06 April 2026.