NPCIL Recruitment 2026: Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a notification under Advt. No. NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026 for the recruitment of Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/ Technician (ST/TN) posts. There are 255 vacancies available for these posts. The job locations are Kudankulam, Tamil Nadu locations. Candidates with 12th, ITI qualification in relevant trades are eligible to apply for these posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 08 to 30 June 2026. The salary, selection process, and how to apply for NPCIL vacancies are explained below.
Job Overview:
| Organization Name | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) |
| Positions | Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/ Technician (ST/TN) |
| Job Location | Kudankulam, Tamil Nadu |
| Total Vacancies | 255 Posts |
| Last Date | 30 June 2026 |
Educational Qualification for NPCIL Recruitment 2026:
Category – II Technician / Stipendiary Trainee – (ST/TN):
- 12th or ISC with Science Stream with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
Category – II Stipendiary Trainee / Technician (ST/TN):
- Candidates should have ITI in Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, or Welder trade with 1 year of relevant experience.
Total Vacancies for NPCIL Technician Recruitment 2026:
The NPCIL Technician Recruitment 2026 includes a total of 255 vacancies for Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/ Technician (ST/TN) posts. Check the posts-wise vacancies below.
Plant Operator – 136 Posts
- SC: 33 Posts
- ST: 3 Posts
- OBC (NCL): 41 Posts
- EWS: 11 Posts
- UR: 48 Posts
Electronics Mechanic – 15 Posts
- SC: 4 Posts
- OBC (NCL): 5 Posts
- EWS: 1 Post
- UR: 5 Posts
Instrumentation Mechanic – 15 Posts
- SC: 4 Posts
- OBC (NCL): 5 Posts
- EWS: 1 Post
- UR: 5 Posts
Electrician – 47 Posts
- SC: 11 Posts
- ST: 1 Post
- OBC (NCL): 14 Posts
- EWS: 4 Posts
- UR: 17 Posts
Fitter – 30 Posts
- SC: 7 Posts
- ST: 1 Post
- OBC (NCL): 9 Posts
- EWS: 2 Posts
- UR: 11 Posts
Turner – 05 Posts
- SC: 1 Post
- OBC (NCL): 1 Post
- EWS: 1 Post
- UR: 2 Posts
Machinist – 05 Posts
- SC: 1 Post
- OBC (NCL): 2 Posts
- UR: 2 Posts
Welder – 02 Posts
- SC: 1 Post
- UR: 1 Post
Stipend:
The stipend details for the Category – II Stipendiary Trainee / Technician (ST/TN) posts are as follows:
Stipend during training:
- 1st Year: ₹20,000/- per month
- 2nd Year: ₹22,000/- per month
- Book Allowance: ₹3,000/- one-time
After Training:
- Technician/B: Approx. Monthly Emoluments (Pay + DA): ₹34,720/- per month
Age Limit (as on 29 June 2026):
- Category – II Stipendiary Trainee / Technician (ST/TN): 18 to 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- SC / ST: 5 years
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
Employee Benefits, Miscellaneous Facilities and Allowance:
- Leave Travel Allowance
- Leave and Leave Encashment
- Medical Facility for Self and Dependents (CHSS)
- Educational Facility for children within the township
- Children Education Assistance
- Reimbursement of Membership Fees for Professional Institutions
- Reimbursement of Cable TV Charges
- Reimbursement of Mobile Phone Charges
- Reimbursement of Newspaper Charges
- Canteen Subsidy
- Transport Allowance
- House Rent Allowance/ Housing
- Site Location Allowance
- Professional Update Allowance (Annual)
Selection Process for NPCIL Recruitment 2026:
Candidates for the Category – II Stipendiary Trainee / Technician (ST/TN) posts at NPCIL will be selected through a multi-stage selection process, including:
- Preliminary Test (Screening)
- Advanced Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Dates:
The important dates for the NPCIL Recruitment are as follows:
- Opening Date of Online Application: 08 June 2026
- Closing Date of Online Application: 30 June 2026
How to Apply for NPCIL Recruitment 2026:
Eligible applicants can apply online on or before 08 to 30 June 2026.
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FAQs for NPCIL Recruitment 2026:
Q.1 When was the NPCIL Technician Recruitment 2026 notification released?
Ans. The NPCIL Technician Recruitment 2026 notification was released on 25 May 2026 on the official website of NPCIL.
Q.2 What are the positions available under NPCIL Technician 2026?
Ans. The available positions are Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/ Technician (ST/TN).
Q.3 What are the opening and closing dates for NPCIL Technician 2026?
Ans. The online application process will start on 08 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 30 June 2026.
Q.4 What are the educational qualifications for the NPCIL Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have completed 12th, ITI in a relevant discipline.