Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) aims to fill a total of 114 vacancies for various posts, Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant, Stipendiary Trainee/Technician, Scientific Assistant, X-Ray Technician, and Assistant Grade-I. The online registration process for NPCIL Recruitment 2026 ends today, 4th February 2027 (4 pm). Candidates who have not registered yet are advised to complete their application form through the official website www.npcilcareer.co.in. Interested candidates can go through the complete article for details regarding the recruitment drive.
NPCIL Notification 2026 Out
The detailed NPCIL Notification 2026 under Advt. No. TMS/HR.No./01/2026 has been released by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited. Before applying for the NPCIL Vacancy 2026, candidates must go through the detailed notification PDF to know the complete details. Below, we have provided the link to download the Notification PDF.
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Summary
The candidates selected through the NPCIL Recruitment 2026 will be posted at Tarapur, Maharashtra, NPCIL. Also, they may be deployed at any location in India and transferred to other units/sites/facilities of NPCIL as per the requirements of the corporation.
| NPCIL Recruitment 2026- Overview | |
| Organization | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) |
| Post | Scientific Assistant, Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant, Stipendiary Trainee/Technician, X-Ray Technician, and Assistant Grade-I |
| Vacancies | 114 |
| Advt. No. | TMS/HRM/01/2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Last Registration Date | 4th February 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Varies post-wise |
| Selection Process | Online Examination Personal Interview Skill Test Document Verification |
| Official Website | www.npcilcareer.co.in |
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited has released NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Notification at www.npcilcareer.co.in. The online application will remain active till 4th February 2026. Check important dates from the table below.
| Events | Dates |
| Short Notification | 6th January 2026 |
| Detailed Notification PDF | 10th January 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 15th January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 4th February 2026 (4 pm) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 4th February 2026 (4 pm) |
NPCIL Vacancy 2026
A total of 114 vacancies have been released by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited for the posts of Scientific Assistant, Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant, Stipendiary Trainee/Technician, X-Ray Technician, and Assistant Grade-I. Check the detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancies from the table below.
| Name of the Post | Category | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant/B (Civil) | Current | – | – | 01 | – | 01 | 02 |
| Backlog | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Total | – | – | 01 | – | 01 | 02* | |
| Stipendiary Trainee / Scientific Assistant (ST/SA-Cat-I) | Current | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 05 | 10 |
| Backlog | – | – | 02 | – | – | 02 | |
| Total | 02 | 01 | 03 | 01 | 05 | 12 | |
| Stipendiary Trainee / Technician (ST/TN-Cat-II) | Current | 15 | 12 | 05 | 08 | 43 | 83 |
| Backlog | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Total | 15 | 12 | 05 | 08 | 43 | 83 | |
| X-Ray Technician (Technician/C) | Current | – | – | 01 | – | 01 | 02 |
| Backlog | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Total | – | – | 01 | – | 01 | 02 | |
| Assistant Gr.1 (HR) | Current | – | 01 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 06 |
| Backlog | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| Total | – | 01 | 02 | 01 | 02 | 06 | |
| Assistant Gr.1 (F&A) | Current | – | – | 01 | 01 | 01 | 03 |
| Backlog | 01 | 01 | – | – | – | 02 | |
| Total | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 05 | |
| Assistant Gr.1 (C&MM) | Current | – | – | 01 | – | 01 | 02 |
| Backlog | – | 01 | 01 | – | – | 02 | |
| Total | – | 01 | 02 | – | 01 | 04 |
NPICL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The candidates who are willing to apply for the NPICL Recruitment 2026 must make sure that they fulfill the required eligibility criteria as specified by the officials. Candidates can check the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit, has been detailed below.
Educational Qualification
Check post-wise educational qualification from the table below.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Category-I: Stipendiary Trainee / Scientific Assistant (ST/SA) | Diploma in Engineering (relevant discipline) OR B.Sc. (Science Graduate) from a recognized institute |
| Scientific Assistant/B (Civil) | A diploma in Civil Engineering with the required percentage from a recognized institute |
| X-Ray Technician (Technician-C) | HSC (10+2) with Science + relevant X-Ray / Radiography qualification from a recognized institute |
| Category-II: Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN) – Maintainer | SSC (10th) with Science & Mathematics + ITI certificate in relevant trade |
| Category-II: Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN) – Operator | HSC (10+2) in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) |
| Assistant Grade-1 (HR) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Assistant Grade-1 (Finance & Accounts) | Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce / relevant discipline from a recognized university |
| Assistant Grade-1 (C&MM) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
Age Limit
Candidates who are willing to apply must have a minimum age of 18 years, and the maximum age varies by post, with age relaxations for reserved categories as per Government rules.
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Category-I: Stipendiary Trainee / Scientific Assistant (ST/SA) | 18 to 25 years |
| Scientific Assistant/B (Civil) | 18 to 30 years |
| X-Ray Technician (Technician-C) | 18 to 25 years |
| Category-II: Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN) – Maintainer | 18 to 24 years |
| Category-II: Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN) – Operator | |
| Assistant Grade-1 (HR) | 21 to 28 years |
| Assistant Grade-1 (Finance & Accounts) | |
| Assistant Grade-1 (C&MM) |
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Application Form
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is going to end the application form process for NPCIL Recruitment 2026 at its official website www.npcil.careers.co.in on 4th February 2026 (4 pm). Candidates who have not registered yet are advised to complete their application form through the official website www.npcilcareer.co.in to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The candidates who will be applying for the NPICL Recruitment 2026 have to pay an application fee before submitting their application forms. The fee is mandatory to be paid online. The application fee varies post-wise as tabulated below.
| Post | Application Fee |
| Category-I: Stipendiary Trainee (ST/SA) – Diploma holder in Engineering / Science Graduate / Scientific Assistant-B (Civil) | Rs. 150/- |
| X-Ray Technician (Technician-C) / Assistant Grade-1 (MAS) / Assistant Grade-1 (Finance & Accounts) / Assistant Grade-1 (CS&M) / Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN) – Category-II | Rs. 100/- |
Steps to Apply for NPCIL Recruitment 2026
To apply for NPCIL Recruitment 2026, candidates must submit their applications via the official NPCIL careers portal. Make sure you have all the required documents ready before applying online. Follow the steps given below to apply online:
- Visit the Official Portal. Go to the NPCIL careers website at www.npcil.careers.co.in.
- Locate the Notification. Find and click on the link for NPCIL Recruitment 2026 – Advt. TMS/HRM/01/2026.
- Register as a New User. Click on “New Registration” and enter your name, email, mobile number, and other basic details. Verify OTP if prompted.
- Login to Your Account. After registration, use your registered email/credentials to log in to the portal.
- Fill in Personal Details. Enter personal information such as name, date of birth, category, address, and communication details.
- Enter Educational and Qualification Details. Provide accurate details of your educational qualifications, discipline, year of passing, percentage/CGPA, etc., as required for the specific post.
- Upload Documents. Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and other certificates (ID proof, educational documents) in the prescribed format and size.
- Review & Confirm. Carefully review all details entered. Correct any mistakes before final submission. Changes will not be allowed after submission.
- Submit the Application. Click Submit to complete the process. Wait for the confirmation message/notification on screen.
- Download/Print Acknowledgment. After successful submission, download and print the application acknowledgment or confirmation page. This slip will be needed during further selection stages.
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The eligible candidates who will be applying for the NPCIL Recruitment 2026 have to go through a multiple-stage selection process to be selected for the post they will be applying for. The selection process will vary post-wise as tabulated below.
| Sl. No. | Name of the Posts | Selection Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Category-I Stipendiary Trainee / Scientific Assistant (ST/SA) – Diploma Holders in Engineering / Science Graduates & Scientific Assistant/B | Online Test + Personal Interview The online test will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT), and the duration of the examination will be 1.5 hours. |
| 2. | Category-II Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN) – Operator & Maintainer | Online Test (CBT) conducted in two stages: Stage-1: Preliminary Test (1 Hour Duration) Stage-2: Advanced Test (2 Hours Duration) |
| 3. | Assistant Grade-1 (HR) / (F&A) / (C&MM) | Online Test (CBT) |
| 4. | X-Ray Technician (Technician-C) | Online Test (CBT) conducted in three stages: Stage-1: Preliminary Test (1 Hour Duration) Stage-2: Advanced Test (2 Hours Duration) Stage-3: Skill Test |
NPCIL Exam Pattern 2026
The NPCIL Exam Pattern 2026 will varry post wise that has been detailed below.
For the posts of Stipendiary Trainee (Scientific Assistant-Category-I (ST/SA) and Scientific Assistant/B(Civil)
Stage-1 – Online Test
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Options per Question | 4 choices |
| Duration | 1½ hours (90 minutes) |
| Syllabus | Subject knowledge (respective discipline) |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 2 marks |
| Negative Marking | 0.5 marks deducted per incorrect answer |
| Maximum Marks | 100 marks |
| Exam Mode | Online (single/multiple sessions possible) |
| Qualifying Standards | UR: 40% (40 marks) SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD: 30% (30 marks) |
For the posts of X-Ray Technician (Technician-C), Category-II Stipendiary Trainee (ST/TN)- Maintainer/ Operator
Stage-1– Online Test-Preliminary Test
- It will be a screening examination to shortlist candidates, and all disciplines will have a common question paper format.
- Online Test will comprise 50 multiple-choice questions (Choice of four answers) of 01 (one) hour duration in the following proportion:
Subject Mathematics Science General Awareness No. of Questions 20 20 10 - 03 (Three) marks for each correct answer and 01 (one) negative for each incorrect answer.
- Tests will be conducted in single/multiple sessions depending upon logistics requirements.
- Qualifying Standards: The qualifying standards shall be as follows:
General Category (UR)– 40% marks
SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD /EWS – 30% marks (applicable if vacancy exists in relevant reserved category).
Stage-2 –Online Test- Advanced Test
All the candidates appearing in Stage-1 will undertake the Stage-2 (Advanced) test.
- The Test will be of 02 (two) hours duration with a maximum of 150 marks.
- The Test will comprise 50 multiple-choice questions (Choice of four answers)
- 03 (Three) marks for each correct answer and 01 (one) negative mark for each incorrect answer.
- The level of questions will be related to their qualifying academic/professional/technical qualification.
- Qualifying Standards: The qualifying standards shall be as follows:
General Category (UR)– 30% marks
SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS –20% marks (applicable if vacancy exists in the relevant reserved category).
For Assistant Gr.1(HR)/Assistant Gr.1(F&A)/Assistant Gr.1(C&MM)
Stage-1– Online Test-Preliminary Test
- Online Test will comprise 50 multiple-choice questions (Choice of four answers) of 01 (one) hour duration in the following proportion for a maximum of 150 marks :
Subject General Knowledge & Current Affairs Computer Knowledge English No. of Questions 25 25 10 - 03 (Three) marks for each correct answer and 01 (one) negative mark for each incorrect answer.
- Tests will be conducted in single/multiple sessions depending upon logistics requirements.
- Qualifying Standards: The qualifying standards shall be as follows:
General Category (UR)– 40% marks
SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD – 30% marks (applicable if vacancy exists in the relevant reserved category).
Stage-2 – Online Test- Advanced Test
- All the candidates appearing in Stage-1 will undertake Stage-2 (Advanced Test). The Test will be of 02 (two) hours duration for a maximum of 150 marks.
- The Test will comprise 50 multiple-choice questions (Choice of four answers) from the following syllabus:
Quantitative Aptitude – 25 Questions
Critical Reasoning – 25 Questions - 03 (Three) marks for each correct answer and 01 (one) negative mark for each incorrect answer.
- Qualifying Standards: The qualifying standards shall be as follows:
General Category (UR)– 30% marks
SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD –20% marks (applicable if vacancy exists in the relevant reserved category).
Typing Test (English/Hindi)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Passage | Printed passage of minimum 300 words (English or Hindi) |
| Strokes | Indicated at end of each line, paragraph, and passage |
| Typing Duration | 10 minutes |
| Required Speed | 30 WPM (English or Hindi) |
| Formatting Features Tested | Paragraph indentation, Bold, Underline, Italics, Font type & size, Paragraph numbering, Text alignment (center/left/right/justified), Margins (left/right), Line spacing (single/double) |
| Corrections | Allowed within 10 minutes if typing finishes early |
| Evaluation | – Omission/Addition of words: –1 mark per word – Spelling mistakes: –1 mark per error – Formatting: 10 marks total (1 per feature); minimum 6/10 required |
| Error Limit | Up to 3% mistakes allowed; exceeding leads to failure |
| Qualification | Must meet both speed (30 WPM) and formatting criteria |
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Assess MS Windows & Desktop applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), email management, internet surfing |
| Structure | 2 parts, 6 questions total |
| Duration | 30 minutes |
| Total Marks | 100 marks |
| Part I – MS Office | 4 questions (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), 20 marks each |
| Part II – Email & Internet | 2 questions, 10 marks each |
| Qualification | ≥ 50% marks → Qualified (GO) |
NPCIL Salary 2026
In addition to the below emoluments, other allowances, incentives, and facilities will be applicable as per NPCIL rules and place of posting.
| NPCIL Salary 2026 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Name of the Post | Pay Level in Pay Matrix | Pay in Pay Matrix | DA @ 58% of Pay (w.e.f. 1st July 2025) | Approximate Monthly Emoluments (Pay + DA) |
| Scientific Assistant/B | Level 06 | Rs. 35,400/- | Rs. 20,532/- | Rs. 55,932/- |
| Technician/B | Level 03 | Rs. 21,700/- | Rs. 12,586/- | Rs. 34,286/- |
| X-Ray Technician (Technician-C) | Level 04 | Rs. 25,500/- | Rs. 14,790/- | Rs. 40,290/- |
| Assistant Grade-1 (HR / F&A / C&MM) | Level 04 | Rs. 25,500/- | Rs. 14,790/- | Rs. 40,290/- |
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