NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026: 114 Scientific Assistant, Technician etc Posts Great Chance

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026: 114 Scientific Assistant, Technician & Other Posts – Get a Chance for Career Opportunities at a Premier Nuclear PSU. The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a premier Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released a major recruitment notification for its Tarapur Maharashtra Site. This is a golden opportunity for Indian citizens to join a leading organization responsible for the entire lifecycle of nuclear technology

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026: Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Tarapur Maharashtra Site, has released an official recruitment notification for 114 vacancies across various technical and administrative positions. This comprehensive guide covers all essential information about the NPCIL Tarapur recruitment 2026.

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Recruitment Overview

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), Tarapur Maharashtra Site, has released an official recruitment notification for 114 vacancies across various technical and administrative positions. This comprehensive guide covers all essential information about the NPCIL Tarapur recruitment 2026.

Aspect	Details
Organization	Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
Location	Tarapur Atomic Power Station, Maharashtra
Total Vacancies	114 Posts
Advertisement No.	TMS/HRM/01/2026
Application Mode	Online Only
Application Start Date	15th January 2026 at 10:00 Hrs
Application End Date	04th February 2026 at 16:00 Hrs
Official Website	www.npcilcareers.co.in

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

A total of 116 vacancies (including current and backlog) have been announced across various disciplines in Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited Recruitment 2026.

 

Name of the post	Vacancies	Total
Scientific Assistant/B (Civil)	Current	02
	Backlog	–
	Total	02
Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant (ST/SA-Cat-I)	Current	10
	Backlog	02
	Total	12
Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN-Cat-II)	Current	83
	Backlog	–
	Total	83
X-Ray Technician (Technician/C)	Current	02
	Backlog	–
	Total	02
Assistant Gr.1(HR)	Current	06
	Backlog	–
	Total	06
Assistant Gr.1(F&A)	Current	03
	Backlog	02
	Total	05
Assistant Gr.1(C&MM)	Current Backlog	02 02
	Total	04
B) Discipline/Trade and Categorywise break-up of vacancies
Name of the post	Discipline/Trade	Total
Scientific Assistant/B	Civil	02
Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant (ST/SA-Cat-I)	Mechanical	05
	Instrumentation	02
	Electrical	02
	Health Physics (B.Sc.-Physics/ Chemistry)	02
	Electronics	01
Total (Sl. No. 1 & 2)		14
Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN-Cat-II)	Plant Operator	66
	Electronic Mechanic	07
	Machinist	03
	Fitter	02
	Turner	02
	Instrument Mechanic	02
	Mason	01
	Total	83
X-Ray Technician (Technician/C)	X-Ray	02
Assistant Gr.1(HR)	HR	06
Assistant Gr.1(F&A)	F&A	05
Assistant Gr.1(C&MM)	C&MM	04

 

Category-wise Break-up

• Scientific Assistant/B (Civil) – 02 Posts
• Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant (ST/SA-Cat-I) – 12 Posts (10 Current + 2 Backlog)
• Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN-Cat-II) – 83 Posts
• X-Ray Technician (Technician/C) – 02 Posts
• Assistant Gr.1 (HR) – 06 Posts
• Assistant Gr.1 (F&A) – 05 Posts (3 Current + 2 Backlog)
• Assistant Gr.1 (C&MM) – 04 Posts (2 Current + 2 Backlog)

Reservation for PwBD Candidates

• Group B Posts: 2 Backlog vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
• Group C Posts: 10 vacancies (4 Current + 6 Backlog) reserved for PwBD candidates

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Eligibility: Age Limit

The Post wise Age Limit., Lower and Upper Age Limit as on 4th February 2026 is as follows:

Name of Post	Age limit as on 04th February 2026
	Lower Age limit in years	Upper Age limit in years
Category-I Stipendiary Trainee/ Scientific Assistant (ST/SA) – Diploma Holders in Engineering / Science Graduates)	18 years	25 years
Scientific Assistant/B(Civil)	18 years	30 years
X-Ray Technician (Technician- C)	18 years	25 years
Category-II Stipendiary Trainee / (ST/TN)-Maintainer & Category-II Stipendiary Trainee(ST/TN) Operator	18 years	24 years
Assistant Gr.1(HR)/(F&A)/(C&MM)	21 years	28 years

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit

Category	Age relaxation
Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes	5 Years
Other Backward Class (Non Creamy Layer)	3 Years
Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)-UR/EWS	10 Years
PwBD Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe	15 Years
PwBD- Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy layer)	13 Years

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualifications

Name of Posts & Essential Qualification & Experience as on closing date 04th February 2026 of applications

1) Category-I Stipendiary Trainee (ST/SA) – Diploma Holders in Engineering

Diploma in Engineering with not less than 60% marks in relevant discipline recognized by Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India; the diploma in Engineering should be of 03 years duration after SSC/HSC(10+2)
OR
Two years Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline through Lateral entry to 2nd year after HSC approved by AICTE with not less than 60% marks.
Should have had English as one of the subjects either at SSC or at HSC level examination.
Note: Candidates who have pursued Diploma through lateral entry to second year Diploma after 10th (SSC) + ITI are not eligible.

2) Scientific Assistant/B (Civil)

Diploma with not less than 60% marks in Civil Engineering recognized by the Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource Development. The diploma in Engineering should be of 03 years duration after SSC/HSC.
OR
Two years Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline through Lateral entry to 2nd year after HSC approved by AICTE with not less than 60% marks.
Should have had English as one of the subjects either at SSC or at HSC level examination.
Note: Candidates who have pursued Diploma through lateral entry to second year Diploma after 10th (SSC) + ITI are not eligible.

3) Category-I Stipendiary Trainee/Scientific Assistant (ST/SA)(Health Physics)– Science Graduates

B.Sc. with a minimum of 60% marks. B.Sc. shall be with Physics as principal and Chemistry / Mathematics / Statistics / Electronics & Computer Science as subsidiary OR B.Sc with Chemistry as principal and Physics/ Mathematics/ Statistics/Electronics & Computer Science as subsidiary OR B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects with equal weightage.

• Mathematics at H.S.C. (10+2) level is essential.
• English as one of the subjects either at SSC or at HSC level examinations is compulsory.
• Note : Candidates having Mathematics as the principal subject at B.Sc. are not eligible.

4) Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/ (ST/TN)-Maintainer (Fitter, Turner, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Electronic Mechanic, Mason)

• SSC (10th) with minimum 50% marks in Science subject(s) and Mathematics individually + 2 years ITI certificate in relevant trade.
• For trades where the duration of the ITI course is less than 02(two) years, the candidates should have at least 01(one) year relevant working experience after completion of the course.
• Shall have English as one of the subjects at least at SSC (10th) level examination.

One year apprenticeship training after completion of 1 year ITI Course shall be considered as one year experience. Period of internship will not be counted as experience.

Note:

• Science and Technology in 10th Marksheet will be considered as
• If Physical Science and Life Science is showing separately in 10th Marksheet, the average of both the subjects will be taken for calculation of percentage marks in Science subjects.
• Social Science will not be considered as
• The ITI certificate should be in trades, which have relevance to the field of training and appointment in O&M.

National Apprenticeship certificate (NAC) for a training duration of 3(Three) years will not be considered, where the essential qualification is 2 (Two) years ITI certificate.

5) Category-II Stipendiary Trainee(ST/TN) Operator

HSC (10+2) or ISC in Science stream (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
Shall have English as one of the subjects at least at SSC level examination.

6) X-Ray Technician (Technician-C)

HSC (10+2) with minimum 60% marks in Science + 1 year Medical Radiography/ X-Ray Technique Trade Certificate + minimum 02 years relevant post qualification full time work experience.
Note : 20% of the total marks as bonus marks will be added in the marks secured by the candidates from the Project Affected Persons (PAPs) whose land has been acquired for Tarapur Atomic Power Station in all the stages of selection to Group `C’ posts.

7) Assistant Gr.1(HR/F&A/C&MM)

Any Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized University/Institution.

Note : (i) Relaxation will be given in the educational qualification for Assistant Gr.1 i.e Pass in Graduation to Project Affected Persons (PAPs) whose land has been acquired for Tarapur Atomic Power Station.

(ii) 20% of the total marks as bonus marks will be added in the marks secured by the candidates from the Project Affected Persons (PAPs) whose land has been acquired for Tarapur Atomic Power Station in all the stages of selection to Group `C’ posts

Round up of Educational Qualifications for NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026

Candidates must have completed their qualifying exams by the closing date. Full-time regular courses are mandatory; distance learning is not accepted.

• Scientific Assistant/B & ST/SA (Cat-I): Diploma in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) with at least 60% marks.
• ST/SA (Health Physics): B.Sc. with Physics or Chemistry as principal subjects (60% marks) and Mathematics at HSC level.
• ST/TN (Cat-II) Maintainer: SSC (50% in Science/Math) + 2-year ITI certificate in relevant trade.
• ST/TN (Cat-II) Operator: HSC (10+2) or ISC in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Math) with minimum 50% marks.
• Assistant Gr. 1: Any Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks.

NPCIL Tarapur 2026 Salary Structure

Employees at NPCIL enjoy competitive pay scales under the 7th CPC and extensive welfare benefits.

Stipend During Training

For ST/SA-Cat-I (18 months training):

• First year: ₹24,000/- per month
• Next 6 months: ₹26,000/- per month
• Book Allowance: ₹3,000/-

For ST/TN-Cat-II (24 months training):

• First year: ₹20,000/- per month
• Second year: ₹22,000/- per month
• Book Allowance: ₹3,000/-

Additional Benefits and Allowances

A] Allowances:

• Transport Allowance
• House Rent Allowance/Leased Accommodation/Housing
• Site Location Allowance
• Professional Update Allowance (Annual)

B] Employee Benefits:

• Leave and Leave Encashment
• Leave Travel Allowance
• Medical Facility (CHSS) for self and dependents
• Education Facility for children
• Children Education Assistance
• Cable TV Charges Reimbursement
• Mobile Phone Charges Reimbursement
• Newspaper Charges Reimbursement
• Professional Institution Membership Fee Reimbursement
• Canteen Subsidy

C] Incentives:

• Performance Linked Incentive

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection method varies depending on the Group level of the post.

Group B Posts (Scientific Assistant): Online CBT followed by a Personal Interview (50:50 weightage).

Group C Posts (Technicians & Assistants): * Stage 1: Preliminary Test (Screening).

• Stage 2: Advanced Test (Merit-based).
• Stage 3: Skill Test or Document Verification (depending on post).

For Scientific Assistant/B and ST/SA-Cat-I

Stage 1 – Online Test (CBT):

• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Total Questions: 50 MCQs
• Maximum Marks: 100 (2 marks per question)
• Negative Marking: 0.5 marks per incorrect answer
• Qualifying Marks: 40% (UR), 30% (Reserved categories)
• Shortlisting: Top 5 times the number of vacancies

Stage 2 – Personal Interview:

• Total Marks: 100
• Qualifying Marks: 40% (UR), 30% (Reserved categories)
• Final Selection: 50:50 weightage (Online Test : Interview)

For ST/TN-Cat-II and Assistant Gr.1

Stage 1 – Preliminary Test:

• Duration: 1 hour
• Questions: 50 MCQs

For ST/TN-Cat-II:

• Mathematics: 20 questions
• Science: 20 questions
• General Awareness: 10 questions

For Assistant Gr.1:

• General Knowledge & Current Affairs: 25 questions
• Computer Knowledge: 15 questions
• English: 10 questions
• Marks: 3 per correct answer
• Negative Marking: 1 mark per incorrect answer
• Qualifying: 40% (UR), 30% (Reserved)

Stage 2 – Advanced Test:

• Duration: 2 hours
• Questions: 50 MCQs
• Maximum Marks: 150
• Marks: 3 per correct, -1 for incorrect
• Qualifying: 30% (UR), 20% (Reserved)

Stage 3:

• For ST/TN-Cat-II: Document Verification/Physical Standard Examination (Top 3 times vacancies)
• For Assistant Gr.1: Document Verification (Top 3 times vacancies)

For X-Ray Technician in NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026

Same as ST/TN-Cat-II with additional Stage 3 – Skill Test:

• Qualifying nature (Go/No Go basis)
• Qualifying: 50% (UR), 40% (Reserved)
• Shortlisting: Top 5 times vacancies

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Application Fee for NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026

The application fee for NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
Only male applicants belonging to General, EWS and OBC categories are required to make a Non – refundable payment as under towards application fee with the applicable bank charges. The application fee can be paid on any day between 15th January 2026 (1000 hrs onwards) to 04th February 2026 (till 1600 hrs) only.

SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-serviceman, DODPKIA, Female applicants and employees of NPCIL are exempted from the payment of Application Fee.

How to APPLY Online for NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026

To apply online for NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 follow the steps mentioned below.

Step 1. Click on Apply=>Online Registration at the top/left for registration. The applicant is required to furnish all basic information such as Name, Date of Birth, Category, Email, Mobile number. On successful completion of this stage, activation link is generated/allotted and sent to applicant’s email.

Step 2. The applicant is required to activate the account by clicking on the activation link received through email after completing registration in Step 1.

Step 3. On successful completion of this activation, applicants can login using their Login ID and password to apply online. In this step the applicant is required to fill all details of her/his Educational Qualifications, Work Experience etc.

This is a multi-stage step where applicant is allowed to go to next stage only on entering the information required for current stage. The sequence of stages is as follows:

1. Educational Qualifications
2. Post Qualification Work Experience, if applicable
3. Personal Details
4. Upload Photo & Signature
5. Submit Application

The links for the above stages are available under ‘Apply Online’ menu (Apply=>Apply Online). The applicant should start by clicking on the “Educational Qualifications” link. Once information is saved, the next stage Work Experience will be made available for filling up the information.

On entering all the information related to current stage, the applicant can use “Save and Proceed to Next Step” option at the bottom of the form which will save the information entered in current stage and opens the next stage for filling. The next stage can also be opened using link provided in Apply Online menu (Apply=>Apply Online).

The information at any stage can be saved using the “Save and Proceed to Next Step” option.

Once the applicant reaches “Submit Application” stage, a draft of all the information entered along with the list of documents/certificates uploaded by the applicant will be shown. At this point the applicant is allowed to modify any details entered in earlier stages.

If applicant is sure that all the information entered/uploaded is correct, she/he can submit the application using “Submit Application” option. Please note that the Applicant will not be allowed to make any changes in the information furnished once she/he submits the Application. After submission of application, an Application number (Registration number) will be generated in respect of candidates who are exempted from payment of Application fee. In respect of candidates (for whom Application Fee is applicable), they will be re-directed to make online payment, once the form is successfully submitted.

Step 4. Only male applicants belonging to General, EWS and OBC categories are required to make a Non – refundable payment as under towards application fee with the applicable bank charges. The application fee can be paid on any day between 15^th January 2026 (1000 hrs onwards) to 04^th February 2026 (till 1600 hrs) only.

1. The Online Application Process is complete only after all the above mentioned applicable steps are completed. Then the applicant can view/print the online application form.
2. Application Status can be seen by the applicant by login through “Applicant’s Login”
3. Applicant is requested to make a note of the Login ID and password, as she/he will need this to login to the website to check her/his application An email will also be sent to the applicant with the application number.

NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can I apply for multiple posts?
A: Yes, you can apply for multiple posts by submitting separate applications with separate application fees for each post.

Q2: Is there any negative marking in the exam?
A: Yes, there is negative marking in NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026. For ST/SA posts: 0.5 marks per wrong answer. For other posts: 1 mark per wrong answer.

Q3: Can I change my category after submitting the application?
A: No, the category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) once filled cannot be changed after submission.

Q4: What if I don’t have an active mobile number registered with TRAI?
A: If your number is in the NCPR list (formerly DND), you won’t receive SMS alerts. Remove it from NCPR through your service provider to receive updates.

Q5: Is the application fee refundable?
A: No, the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Q6: What is the validity of the waiting list?
A: The waiting list is valid for one year from the date of approval of the panel or until a fresh recruitment is notified, whichever is earlier.

Q7: Will TA be reimbursed for appearing in the online test?
A: Yes, but only for outstation SC/ST candidates traveling from beyond 30 km. II class railway fare or ordinary bus fare will be reimbursed on production of original tickets.

Q8: What happens after successful completion of training?
A: ST/SA trainees will be appointed as Scientific Assistant/B at Level 6 (₹35,400). ST/TN trainees will be appointed as Technician/B at Level 3 (₹21,700). Additional increments may be granted based on performance during training.

Q9: Can I appear for the exam if my result is awaited?
A: No, candidates must have passed the qualifying examination by the closing date of application (04th February 2026).

Q10: Is there any provision for PwBD candidates during the exam?
A: Yes, PwBD candidates can use Scribe/Reader/Lab Assistant (to be arranged by candidate) and will receive additional compensatory time as per Government guidelines.

Q11: What is the typing speed requirement for Assistant Grade-1?
A: Candidates must achieve 30 words per minute in English or Hindi on PC during probation period.

Q12: Where will I be posted after selection?
A: Initially at Tarapur Maharashtra Site, but candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India and can be transferred to other NPCIL units as per organizational requirements.

Q13: How will I receive communication about my application?
A: All communications including eAdmit Card, call letters, and result updates will be sent via registered email and SMS (if active mobile number provided).

Q14: What format should certificates be in if issued in regional language?
A: If SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificates are in languages other than English/Hindi, submit a self-certified translated copy in English or Hindi.

Q15: Is part-time or distance learning qualification acceptable?
A: No, only full-time regular qualifications from recognized universities/institutions are acceptable.

Online Link for NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 and Notification PDF

The PDF Notification can be downloaded from the below mentioned Url. The NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Notification contains the complete official information of the recruitment.

• Download PDF Notification NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026
• Online Application NPCIL Tarapur Recruitment 2026 Link