NPCIL Kudankulam Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 258 Stipendiary Trainee & Technician Posts
NPCIL Kudankulam Recruitment 2026 : The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has released the NPCIL Recruitment 2026 notification for 258 Stipendiary Trainee/Technician vacancies across trades including Plant Operator, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder, and Electronics/Instrumentation Mechanic. The online application process will begin on 15 July 2026 and remain open till 04 August 2026 (4:00 PM) on the official NPCIL careers portal. This article covers the complete vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, selection process, and salary structure for NPCIL Recruitment 2026.
NPCIL Kudankulam Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) |
| Post Name | Stipendiary Trainee/Technician |
| Number of Vacancies | 258 |
| Application Dates | 15 July 2026 to 04 August 2026 (4 PM) |
| Educational Qualification | 10th + ITI / 12th (PCM) |
| Upper Age Limit | 18 to 24 years |
| Salary | ₹20,000 to ₹22,000 (stipend) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Test, Advanced Test, Document Verification |
| Official Website | www.npcilcareers.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Starts | 15 July 2026 (10:00 Hrs.) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 04 August 2026 (16:00 Hrs.) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 04 August 2026 (16:00 Hrs.) |
| Age & Eligibility Cut-off Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male (UR/EWS/OBC categories) | ₹100 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / DODPKIA / NPCIL Employees | ₹0 |
Application fee payment must be completed by 04 August 2026 (4:00 PM), the same as the application closing date.
Vacancy Details & Qualification
NPCIL has announced a total of 258 vacancies for the Stipendiary Trainee/Technician post (UR- 85, EWS- 20, OBC- 77, SC- 54, ST- 19).
| Trade / Discipline | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 12th with Science Stream (PCM); English at 10th level |
| Electronics Mechanic, Instrumentation Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder | 10th with Science and Mathematics; ITI certificate in the relevant trade; 1 year of relevant working experience; English at 10th level |
| Special Note (Covid-19) | No minimum marks required for 2021 pass-out candidates |
| Project Affected Persons (PAPs) – Plant Operator | 12th Science (PCM) with minimum 40% marks; English at 10th level; 20% bonus marks at all selection stages |
| Project Affected Persons (PAPs) – Other Trades | 10th with Science and Mathematics; English at 10th level; 2-year ITI (or 1-year ITI + 1 year experience for shorter trades); 20% bonus marks at all selection stages |
Physical Standards
| Particulars | Physical Limits |
|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 160 cm |
| Minimum Weight | 45.5 kg |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 years
- Maximum Age Limit: 24 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 18 to 24 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years relaxation (max 27 years) |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation (max 29 years) |
| PwBD – UR / EWS | 10 years relaxation (max 34 years) |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | 13 years relaxation (max 37 years) |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 15 years relaxation (max 39 years) |
| Dependents of those who died in the 1984 riots (Dep 1984) | 5 years relaxation |
| Dependents of Defence Persons Killed in Action (DODKPIA) | 5 years relaxation |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) – UR / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Maximum 35 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) – SC / ST | Maximum 40 years of age |
| NPCIL Contract Employee / Fixed Term Appointees | Additional relaxation commensurate with NPCIL contract experience, max 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group C posts) | 3 years after deduction of military service from actual age as on closing date |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Test
- Advanced Test
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Test
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 60 |
| Science | 20 | 60 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 30 |
| Total | 50 | 150 |
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour)
- Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted per wrong answer
Minimum Qualifying Marks – Preliminary Test
| Category | Minimum Marks (%) |
|---|---|
| UR | 40% |
| SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS / PwBD | 30% |
Advanced Test
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Total Questions / Maximum Marks: 50 MCQs / 150 Marks (3 marks per correct answer)
- Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted per wrong answer
- Syllabus – Plant Operator: HSC (10+2) / ISC level
- Syllabus – Electronics Mechanic, Instrumentation Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder: Related to the relevant ITI trade
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR: 30% | SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD: 20%
- Merit List: Prepared based on Stage-2 Advanced Test scores only; separate merit list for each PwBD disability category
Salary Structure
| Particulars | Salary Details |
|---|---|
| First-year stipend | ₹20,000 per month |
| Second-year stipend | ₹22,000 per month |
| Book Allowance | ₹3,000 (one time) |
| Training Duration | 2 years (24 months) |
| Post-Training Absorption Post | Technician/B – Pay Level 3 (₹21,700); approx. monthly emoluments ₹34,720 (Pay + DA @ 60%) |
| Minimum Marks for Absorption | Trainees scoring less than 60% during training will not be absorbed |
| Training Bond Amount | ₹5,07,000 (indemnity bond/bank guarantee for 5 years) |
| Bond Breach Consequence | Amount repayable equivalent to total stipend plus book allowance actually received |
Beyond the stipend, selected trainees also receive Dearness Allowance and other allowances, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension, Leave Encashment, Group Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, and medical facilities for themselves and their families post-absorption.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited at www.npcilcareers.co.in.
- Go to the “Recruitment” section and select the relevant advertisement once applications open on 15 July 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Enter your personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment option.
- Check all details before submitting the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
Candidates are advised to check their eligibility carefully against the age and educational qualification criteria and complete their application well before the last date, 04 August 2026 (4:00 PM), to avoid last-minute technical issues.
FAQs
Q1. What is the age limit for NPCIL Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 24 years as on the cut-off date of 04 August 2026, with age relaxation available for OBC, SC/ST, PwBD, and other reserved categories as per government norms.
Q2. NPCIL Recruitment 2026 ke liye online application kab shuru hogi?
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 ke liye online application 15 July 2026 (10:00 Hrs.) se shuru hogi aur last date 04 August 2026 (16:00 Hrs.) hai.
Q3. NPCIL Recruitment 2026 mein application fee aur selection process kya hai?
Male (UR/EWS/OBC) candidates ke liye application fee ₹100 hai, jabki Female/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/DODPKIA/NPCIL employees ke liye fee nil hai. Selection process mein Preliminary Test, Advanced Test aur Document Verification shamil hai.
