NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026: 72 Engineers Through GATE – Salary ₹16 Lakh, Apply Right Now

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026: 72 Engineers Through GATE 2024/2025 – Salary ₹16 Lakh, Apply Now. Engineers, This PSU Is Offering ₹16 LPA for Freshers – GATE Score Can Get You In. NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 72 Civil, Electrical & Mechanical Posts. NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification released for 72 posts through GATE 2024/2025. Check vacancy, eligibility, salary ₹16 LPA, selection process, fee and apply online before 6 April 2026.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026: NHPC Limited has released an official notification for Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 through GATE 2024 / GATE 2025 scores. This is a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) and PwBD candidates for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines. The online application process starts from 16 March 2026 and will remain open until 06 April 2026.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026: Advertisement No: NH/Rectt./02/2026 Date: 12/03/2026
NHPC Recruitment 2026: Trainee Engineer
Civil / Electrical / Mechanical – Complete Recruitment Guide
Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD | GATE-2024/2025 | Adv No: NH/Rectt./02/2026

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview

National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Trainee Engineer Notification 2026 has been released under Advertisement No. NH/Rectt./02/2026 on the official website https://www.nhpcindia.com . A total of 72 vacancies have been announced through the NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering disciplines.

Particulars	NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Details
Organization	NHPC Limited
Post Name	Trainee Engineer
Advertisement No	NH/Rectt./02/2026
Total Vacancies	72
Disciplines	Civil, Electrical, Mechanical
Selection Method	GATE Score + GD + Interview
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	16 March 2026
Last Date to Apply	06 April 2026
Salary	₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 (E2 Pay Scale)
Official Website	nhpcindia.com

About NHPC Limited

NHPC Limited (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation) was established in 1975 and is a Schedule-A Enterprise of the Government of India. Holding the prestigious Navratna status, NHPC is India’s leading hydropower development organisation.

1. Total installed capacity: 8,832.90 MW including 1,681.70 MW in Joint Ventures
2. 24 Hydro Power Stations with 8,271.20 MW – approx. 16.24% of India’s total hydro capacity
3. 6 Solar Power Projects totalling 511.70 MW and 1 Wind Power Project of 50 MW
4. 15 projects with 9,204 MW under construction; 11 projects totalling 10,763 MW under clearance
5. Profit After Tax of Rs. 3,084 Crore during FY 2024-25
6. 3 Renewable Energy projects totalling 1,100 MW commissioned under REIA

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Trainee Engineer Vacancy Details

SRD Vacancies – SC/ST/OBC(NCL)

* Backlog vacancy of Recruitment year 2023-2024 (SRD)   ^ Resultant vacancy for 2024-25

Special Recruitment Drive for PwBD Candidates (Table 1-C)
Open to all categories (GEN/EWS/OBC-NCL/SC/ST) with suitable benchmark disability.

*01 TE (Elect.) is carried forward vacancy from SRD 2023-24. ^08 Nos. resultant carried forward vacancies for 2024-25.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Trainee Engineer Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum Age: 30 Years as on the last date of online application (06 April 2026).

Category	Age Relaxation
SC / ST	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
PwBD – General	10 Years
PwBD – OBC (NCL)	13 Years
PwBD – SC / ST	15 Years
J&K Domicile (01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989)	5 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Government Guidelines

Important: The only accepted document for age proof is the Matriculation/Secondary School Board Certificate.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Educational Qualification

NHPC Trainee Engineer (Civil)

1. Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) in Civil Engineering from an AICTE-approved institution with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
2. AMIE (enrollment up to 31.05.2013) with minimum 60% marks is also eligible.
3. ONLY Civil Engineering is eligible. No equivalent disciplines accepted.

NHPC Trainee Engineer (Electrical)

1. B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Power Systems & High Voltage / Power Engineering with min. 60% marks.
2. No other equivalent disciplines are eligible.

NHPC Trainee Engineer (Mechanical)

1. B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Production / Thermal / Mechanical & Automation Engineering with min. 60% marks.
2. No other equivalent disciplines are eligible.

SC/ST and PwBD candidates are eligible with minimum 50% marks.
Marks percentage is the average of ALL semesters/years regardless of institute-specific weightage. CGPA conversion must be certified by the University/Institution.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Trainee Engineer Application Fee

Category	Fee Amount
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	Rs. 600/- + Taxes (approx. Rs. 708/-)
SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen	NIL – No Fee

Fee paid is non-refundable. Bank/processing charges (if any) are extra and borne by the candidate.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Selection Process

Parameter	Weightage
GATE 2024/2025 Marks (out of 100)	75%
Personal Interview	20%
Group Discussion	05%

Stage 1 – GATE Score Shortlisting

1. Shortlisted based on GATE-2024 or GATE-2025 normalised marks (out of 100). Best score considered if appeared in both. Score entered is FINAL.
2. Shortlisting ratio: Not more than 5 candidates per vacancy. All tied candidates at the cutoff will be called.
3. Valid GATE paper codes: CE (Civil), EE (Electrical), ME (Mechanical).

Stage 2 – Group Discussion (GD)

1. 5% weightage. No standalone cut-off for GD alone.
2. Shortlisted candidates must submit a consent form to confirm attendance; non-submission cancels candidature.

Stage 3 – Personal Interview (PI)

1. 20% weightage. Candidates may also undergo Psychometric Assessment (used as input for interview).

GD + PI Combined Qualifying Cut-Off:

Category	Minimum Combined Score (GD + PI)
OBC (NCL) Candidates	40%
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates	30%

Tie-Breaking Rule: If two candidates score equally, the elder candidate (older date of birth) ranks higher in the merit list.
Travel Reimbursement: Actual Third AC Rail/Bus fare (shortest route) reimbursed for GD/PI if distance is 30+ km, on production of ticket.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Salary & Compensation Package

Component	Details
Pay Scale (Training Period)	Rs. 50,000-3%-1,60,000 (IDA) | Grade E2
Approximate Annual CTC	Rs. 15-16 Lakhs Per Annum
Allowances	Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, Cafeteria Allowance, Performance Related Pay (PRP)
Social Security Benefits	Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, Medical Facility
Post-Training Absorption	Absorbed as Engineer/Officer in same E2 scale with 1-year probation after successful 1-year training

Service Agreement & Surety Bond
Selected candidates must execute a Service Agreement and Surety Bond:

1. Minimum service period: 4 years (including training period)
2. Bond Amount for OBC (NCL): Rs. 4,00,000/- + applicable GST
3. Bond Amount for SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 2,00,000/- + applicable GST

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Important Dates at a Glance

Event	Date & Time
Application Window Opens	16 March 2026 – 10:00 AM
Application Window Closes	06 April 2026 – 05:00 PM
GD/PI Schedule	To be notified via Email only

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide

Applications are accepted ONLINE ONLY. No manual/paper applications will be entertained.

1. Visit www.nhpcindia.com and click on ‘Career’. Find advertisement NH/Rectt./02/2026-Download PDF Here
2. Read all instructions on the website carefully before proceeding.
3. Fill the online application form with your GATE-2024/2025 Registration Number and all required details. The system generates a Unique Registration Number.
4. Prepare scanned documents in PDF format (100-400 KB each): Matriculation certificate, mark sheets (XII, Graduation, PG if any), Caste/Disability/EWS Certificate, principal’s full-time course certificate, CGPA conversion certificate, and GATE Score Card.
5. Upload passport-size photograph (JPEG, under 50 KB) and signature (JPEG, under 25 KB).
6. Pay the application fee online if applicable (OBC-NCL candidates: Rs. 708/- approx.).
7. Submit the application and take a printout of the Registration Slip for future reference.

Online Application Link will be available on 16th March Here

Warning: Applications with invalid GATE Registration Numbers or incomplete documents will be summarily rejected. Do NOT send any documents by post.

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Documents Required For Online Registration

1. Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
2. Complete mark sheets of Class XII, Graduation (all semesters), and Post-Graduation (if applicable)
3. Caste Certificate in GoI prescribed format (OBC: issued within 6 months of 06 April 2026)
4. Disability Certificate issued by Competent Authority (PwBD candidates)
5. EWS Certificate issued by Competent Authority (if applicable)
6. Principal’s certificate confirming full-time/regular course completion
7. CGPA to percentage conversion certificate from University/Institution
8. GATE-2024 or GATE-2025 Score Card
9. Declaration for reported medical ailments/being declared unfit by any Govt. authority/PSU (if applicable)
10. Declaration for arrest/prosecution/conviction/debarment (if applicable)
11. Valid proof of name change (if applicable)

For Government/PSU Employees

1. NOC from current employer (if not ready at application time, must be produced at GD/PI; failure leads to cancellation)

NHPC Trainee Engineer 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Who is eligible for NHPC SRD Recruitment 2026?
Only SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and PwBD candidates are eligible for SRD vacancies. General/EWS candidates may apply only for PwBD-reserved posts in Table 1-C.

Q2. Is GATE 2023 score valid for this recruitment?
No. Only GATE-2024 and GATE-2025 scores are valid. GATE score from any other year is not accepted.

Q3. What if I appeared in both GATE-2024 and GATE-2025?
You must submit your best score. The score entered in the application is treated as final and cannot be changed at any later stage.

Q4. Can final-year students apply?
No. Final year appearing students are NOT eligible. The degree result/mark sheet must have been declared before applying.

Q5. What is the minimum marks criteria for SC/ST/PwBD candidates?
SC/ST and PwBD candidates are eligible with a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying examination, compared to 60% for other categories.

Q6. Does GATE score alone determine selection?
No. GATE carries 75% weightage. Candidates must also clear the combined GD+PI qualifying score: 40% for OBC-NCL and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD.

Q7. Is there any application fee for Women candidates?
No. Women candidates are fully exempted from the registration fee, along with SC/ST/PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.

Q8. What is the service bond requirement?
Candidates must serve a minimum of 4 years (including training). Bond penalty: Rs. 4,00,000 (OBC-NCL) or Rs. 2,00,000 (SC/ST/PwBD) plus applicable GST.

Q9. Where will selected candidates be posted?
Postings are at NHPC Projects, Power Stations, or Offices anywhere in India or abroad, including in Joint Ventures and Subsidiary Companies.

Q10. How will I receive GD/PI intimation?
Exclusively via registered email ID. Keep your email active for at least one year after applying. NHPC will not be responsible for loss of emails due to wrong/invalid IDs.

Q11. What if my OBC certificate is older than 6 months?
OBC (NCL) community certificate must be issued within 6 months from the closing date of application (06 April 2026). Older certificates will not be accepted.

Q12. Can I change my category after submission?
No. Category once filled in the online form cannot be changed. Select your correct category carefully before final submission.

Q13. Is Electrical & Electronics Engineering eligible for TE (Electrical)?
Yes. Electrical & Electronics Engineering is an explicitly mentioned eligible discipline for TE (Electrical).

Q14. What is the Psychometric Assessment?
Shortlisted candidates for GD/PI may undergo an online or offline Psychometric Assessment. Results are used only as an input during the Personal Interview – it is not a standalone elimination round.