NTPC Recruitment 2026 Out - Apply Online 19 Engineer, Assistant Officer and More Posts
NTPC Limited has released Advertisement No. 13/26 for a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST candidates to fill up Backlog Vacancies. A total of 14 posts including Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Engineer, and Assistant Officer are available. Eligible SC/ST candidates holding a B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline can apply online through the official NTPC careers portal. The online application link is active from 29 September 2026 to 13 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 29 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Apply Online | 13 October 2026 (till 6:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 October 2026 |
| Exam / Interview Date | To be notified later |
Application Fee
| SC / ST / PwBD / XSM | Nil |
|---|---|
| Fee Payment Mode | No Application Fee Required |
| (This is a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST category candidates). | |
Age Limit (As on 13.10.2026)
- Deputy Manager (E4 Level): Upper Age Limit 45 Years
- Assistant Manager (E3) / Engineer (E2) / Assistant Officer (E0 Level): Upper Age Limit 40 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt. rules for SC/ST/PwBD.
Salary / Pay Scale
| E4 Grade | Rs. 70000 - 200000/- |
|---|---|
| E3 Grade | Rs. 60000 - 180000/- |
| E2 Grade | Rs. 50000 - 160000/- |
| E0 Grade | Rs. 30000 - 120000/- |
NTPC Special Recruitment Drive 2026: Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name (Grade) | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager (Civil Construction) (E4) | 01 (SC) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in Civil / Construction with minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience out of which minimum 3 years site experience in Civil Construction. |
| Deputy Manager (Mechanical Erection) (E4) | 04 (ST) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Production with minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience out of which minimum 3 years site experience in Erection/Maintenance/Commissioning. |
| Deputy Manager (Electrical Erection) (E4) | 02 (SC-1, ST-1) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics with minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience out of which minimum 3 years site experience in Erection/Maintenance/Commissioning. |
| Assistant Manager (O/M) - Mechanical (E3) | 02 (ST) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering / Thermal / Power Engineering with minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience in power project/plant (200 MW or more). |
| Engineer (Electrical Erection) (E2) | 01 (ST) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics with minimum 03 years of post-qualification experience in Electrical Erection at site. |
| Assistant Officer (Safety) (E0) | 04 (SC-1, ST-3) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Civil / Production / Chemical / Construction / Instrumentation WITH a full-time Diploma in Industrial Safety from Central/Regional Labour Institute. |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
Note: Candidates currently working in Govt / Public Sector Undertaking must have the required years of experience in specific pay scales as detailed in the official notification.
How to Apply Online for NTPC SC/ST Recruitment 2026
- Interested and eligible SC/ST candidates should visit the official NTPC careers portal at careers.ntpc.co.in.
- Look for the “Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST candidates (Advt. No.- 13/26)” and click on the “Apply” link.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with your personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents, including Class X passing certificate (for DOB), Educational Degrees/Marksheets, SC/ST Category Certificate, Experience Certificates, and NOC (if working in Govt/PSU).
- Ensure all uploaded documents are legible, as applications with incomplete or insufficient documents are liable to be rejected.
- Submit the application form before the closing date: 13 October 2026 (till 6:00 PM).
- After successfully applying online, download the application slip generated by the system. Keep this slip safe for future reference (do not send a hard copy to NTPC).
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.