NTPC Assistant Executive Operation Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 250 Posts
NTPC Limited, India's largest integrated power utility, has released Advertisement No. 05/26 inviting online applications for 250 posts of Assistant Executive (Operation) on a fixed-term basis. The recruitment is open to engineering graduates with at least one year of experience in operation and maintenance of a power plant of 40 MW or more. Eligible candidates can apply online at careers.ntpc.co.in between 23 April 2026 and 07 May 2026. The opportunity is part of NTPC's plan to scale capacity from the current 89 GW to 149 GW by 2032.
Overview
Field | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | NTPC Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise) |
Post Name | Assistant Executive (Operation) - Fixed Term basis |
Advertisement No. | 05/26 |
Total Posts | 250 |
Tenure | Fixed Term Employment for 03 years (extendable by 02 more years) |
Application Mode | Online only |
Job Location | NTPC Stations / Projects / JVs / Subsidiaries (transferable) |
Category | Central Government Job - Power Sector |
Official Website | careers.ntpc.co.in / www.ntpc.co.in |
Important Dates
Commencement of online application: 23.04.2026
Last date for online application: 07.05.2026
Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC: Rs. 500/- (non-refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD / XSM and Female candidates: No fee
Payment Modes:
Offline: Through State Bank of India (SBI) in the specially opened account A/C No. 30987919993 at CAG Branch, New Delhi (Code: 09096), on behalf of NTPC. Candidates must approach the nearest SBI branch with a printout of the "pay-in-slip" available on the application portal.
Online: Through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card via the online application form.
Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before paying.
Age Limit
Upper Age Limit: 35 years.
Age relaxation as per Government guidelines:
SC / ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. rules
The crucial date for age, qualification and experience is the last date of receipt of online application.
Eligibility
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with at least 40% marks from a recognised University / Institution.
Experience: Minimum 1-year post-qualification working experience in Operation / Maintenance of a power plant of capacity 40 MW or more.
Nationality: Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
All qualifications must be from Universities / Institutions recognised and approved in India.
SC / ST / PwBD candidates with only pass marks are eligible.
Identified types of disability for the post include - a) D, HH b) OA, OL, Dw, AAV c) ASD (M), SLD, MI d) MD involving (a) to (c).
Vacancy Details
Name of Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Assistant Executive (Operation) | 109 | 25 | 39 | 42 | 35 | 250 |
Reservation for PwBD candidates is as per Government guidelines. The above vacancies are inclusive of SC/ST backlog vacancies. The total number of projected vacancies may increase or decrease at the discretion of NTPC management.
Remuneration
Fixed Monthly Consolidated Amount: Rs. 55,000/-
Additionally, HRA or Company Accommodation, Night Shift Allowance (if rostered in night shift) and medical facility for self, spouse, two children and dependent parents.
Job Profile
Selected candidates will be responsible for operating and supervising equipment at site, including isolation / normalisation and all other related activities. Duties include ensuring all safety procedures, identifying and troubleshooting problems, and ensuring compliance with all regulations / guidelines / SOPs. Candidates may be required to work in shifts, including night shift.
Selection Process
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria as per the advertisement will be considered.
The management may conduct a multi-stage selection process comprising application shortlisting / screening (based on qualification / percentage of marks, no. of years of experience, etc.), written / computer-based test, personal interview, or a combination thereof, as per requirement.
Before joining, selected candidates must undergo a medical examination at any of the NTPC hospitals. No relaxation in prescribed health standards is allowed.
How to Apply
Visit the official website careers.ntpc.co.in or the careers section at www.ntpc.co.in.
Read the full advertisement carefully and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
Register and fill the online application form. Possess a valid email ID - NTPC will not be responsible for bouncing back any email sent to candidates.
Pay the application fee through online (Net banking / Debit / Credit Card) OR offline via SBI deposit using the system-generated pay-in-slip.
Upload all required documents - incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.
Submit the application before 07.05.2026.
Download and retain the application slip generated by the system with a unique application number for future reference. No hard copy is required to be sent by post.
Documents Required
Personal Documents
Class X passing certificate / Marksheet, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card (Name & DOB proof - must match across all documents).
Caste / Disability certificate (For SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / EWS candidates) as applicable.
OBC-NCL certificate in central format for the current financial year (FY 2026-27).
EWS candidates: current year Income & Asset certificate in prescribed format, valid for FY 2026-27 based on income of FY 2025-26.
Disability certificate generated online through the Swavalamban / UDID portal, clearly indicating the type and percentage of disability.
Qualification Documents
B.E. / B.Tech Degree (Provisional / Final) Certificate.
Engineering consolidated Marksheet / Transcript / all semester marksheets clearly indicating aggregate % of marks.
Marks conversion formula from the University / Institute (CPGA / CGPI / DGPA / CGI / CPI etc.) for conversion into percentage (%).
Experience Documents
Documents in support of post-qualification working experience of minimum 01 year in Operation / Maintenance of a power plant with installed capacity of 40 MW or more.
Experience documents for one organisation/company should be placed together, in chronological order from the first to the last/current company.
Document set should include - Experience / Service certificate (as per NTPC prescribed sample format), Offer of Appointment / Appointment letter / Offer Letter + Confirmation / Absorption Letter / Order on completion of training (if any), Joining Order / Letter, Role Assignment orders, Promotion orders, Transfer orders, Organisation charts etc., 2 pay slips per organisation to substantiate tenure & nature of experience.
Important Instructions
The category once filled in the online application form cannot be changed later.
Candidates claiming reservation must possess the valid SC / ST / OBC-NCL / Disability / EWS certificate in the latest prescribed Govt. of India format.
Posting can be at any of the Stations / Projects / JVs / Subsidiaries of NTPC. All posts are transferable.
Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidate.
In case of any ambiguity / dispute over interpretation of clauses, the English Version will prevail. Disputes are subject to Delhi courts / tribunals jurisdiction only.
Important Links
Link | URL |
|---|---|
Apply Online | |
Official Website | |
Notification (Advt. No. 05/26) | Available on NTPC careers page |
Source
Information sourced from NTPC Limited's official advertisement No. 05/26 published on the NTPC careers portal (careers.ntpc.co.in) and the official website www.ntpc.co.in.
Final Words
The NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) recruitment 2026 is a strong opportunity for engineering graduates with power plant experience who want to join India's energy leader. Read the detailed advertisement once more, keep your degree, marksheets and experience documents ready, and apply well before 07 May 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.
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