NPCIL Executive Trainee ET 2026 Recruitment is announced by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a Government of India Enterprise under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy. NPCIL invites online applications for the post of Executive Trainees (ET-2026) in Industrial & Fire Safety (I&FS) and Physics disciplines. NPCIL Executive Trainee ET 2026 Recruitment offers a structured training program followed by absorption as Scientific Officer/C upon successful completion of training.
Under NPCIL Executive Trainee ET 2026 Recruitment, candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 74,000 during the training period. After successful completion of training, Executive Trainees will be absorbed in the grade of Scientific Officer/C in Pay Level 10 with a basic pay of Rs 56,100. For the physics discipline, training will be conducted in either the health physics stream or the reactor physics stream. Candidates applying under the physics discipline must indicate stream preference while applying online.
NPCIL Executive Trainee ET 2026 Recruitment specifies category-wise vacancies and reservations as per government norms. One vacancy under Reactor Physics Stream is reserved for PwBDs in the specified category. The application process is completely online. The online application window opens on 11/02/2026 at 10:00 hrs and closes on 04/03/2026 at 16:00 hrs.
NPCIL Executive Trainee ET 2026 Recruitment prescribes a maximum age of 26 years as on 04/03/2026 for General and EWS candidates, with relaxations applicable to reserved categories as detailed in the notification. Selection will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a personal interview.
NPCIL Executive Trainee ET 2026 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited |
| Post Name | Executive Trainee (ET-2026) |
| Disciplines | Industrial & Fire Safety (I&FS), Physics |
| Stipend | Rs 74,000 per month |
| Age Limit | Maximum 26 Years (as on 04/03/2026) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 11/02/2026 (10:00 hrs) |
| Online Application End | 04/03/2026 (16:00 hrs) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Trainee (I&FS) | 04 | 01 | 02 | — | 03 | 10 |
| Executive Trainee (Physics) | 08 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 06 | 20 |
Eligibility Table
| Discipline | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| I&FS | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech/ME with minimum 60% marks in relevant disciplines as specified |
| Physics | M.Sc/Integrated M.Sc in Physics/Applied Physics with minimum 60% marks; B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics (where applicable) |
Age Limit Table (as on 04/03/2026)
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| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 26 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 29 Years |
| SC/ST | 31 Years |
| PwBD (Reactor Physics Stream) | Up to 36/39/41 years, as applicable |
Pay Scale Table
| Stage | Pay Details |
|---|---|
| During Training | Rs 74,000 per month + One-time Book Allowance Rs 30,000 |
| After Training | Scientific Officer/C, Pay Level 10, Basic Pay Rs 56,100 + DA (58% as on 01.07.2025) |
Application Process Table
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online |
| Website | www.npcilcareers.co.in / www.npcil.nic.in |
| Application Fee | Rs 500 for General/EWS/OBC (Male); Exemptions as specified |
| Selection | CBT (120 minutes, 100 questions, 3 marks per correct, -1 for wrong) + Interview |
Documents Required Table
| Document | Status |
|---|---|
| Disability Certificate (for PwBD) | Required if applicable |
| Other Documents | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Important Instructions
- Candidates must meet eligibility criteria before applying.
- Physics applicants must indicate stream preference while applying online.
- Final selection is subject to medical fitness.
- Selected candidates must execute a bond of Rs 9,18,000 and serve for a minimum of three years after training.
- Any corrigendum or addendum will be uploaded only on the official websites.
Official Website / Reference
www.npcilcareers.co.in
www.npcil.nic.in