NHPC Recruitment 2026 Out, Apply Online for 81 Trainee Engineer Posts

The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited (NHPC) has released the NHPC Recruitment 2026 notification for  81 Trainee Engineer posts. The application process has started on the official website. Candidates can apply online till 06 April 2026 through the direct link given in the article. Candidates should read this article to know more about eligibility, selection process, apply online dates, vacancies and more.

NHPC Recruitment 2026

The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited has announced the NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 to recruit Trainee Engineer roles in various fields. All the important details are given in the official notification. Interested candidates can check the complete notification PDF for important details such as the application deadline, number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more. Candidates can download the official Notification PDF using the direct link provided in this article.

NHPC Recruitment 2026: Overview

Candidates can check the key details of the Trainee Engineer Recruitment below:

• Key Details
• • Organisation: National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited (NHPC)
  • Post Name: Trainee Engineer
  • Official Website: www.nhpcindia.com
• Vacancy Details
  • Number of Posts: 81
  • Trainee Engineer (Civil): 14
  • Trainee Engineer (Electrical): 39
  • Trainee Engineer (Mechanical): 28
• Important Dates
  • Apply Online Starts: 16 March 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 06 April 2026 (05 PM)
• Eligibility Criteria
  • Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc
  • Age Limit: 30 years
• Application Fees
  • OBC Category: Rs. 708/-
  • SC/ST/Women/PwBD/ESM Category: Nil
• Salary
  • Rs. 50,000/- to Rs. 1,60,000/-
• Selection process
  • GATE-2024/GATE-2025 (out of 100)
  • Group Discussion
  • Personal Interview
  • Document Verification
• Important Links
  • Notification PDF
  • Apply Online Link

NHPC Trainee Engineer Vacancy 2026

The NHPC Trainee Engineer vacancies are as follows:

• Total Trainee Vacancies: 81 Posts
• Trainee Engineer (Civil) Vacancies: 14 Posts
• Trainee Engineer (Electrical) Vacancies: 39 Posts
• Trainee Engineer (Mechanical) Vacancies: 28 Posts

Eligibility Criteria for NHPC Recruitment 2026

Candidates who wish to apply must ensure they fulfil all the required qualifications and conditions. We have provided a detailed breakdown of the NHPC eligibility criteria below.

• Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must have a Minimum 60% marks from a recognised institute.
• Candidates must have a valid GATE 2024 or GATE 2025 score.
• Candidates age should not be above 30 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories).

NHPC Apply Online Form 2026

The NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 online application has started on 16 March 2026 on its official website. Candidates can complete their registration before 06 April 2026 (05 PM). Along with this, they need to finish E-KYC and keep their Portal Registration Number ready. Applicants should also have all important documents like age proof, educational certificates, category certificate, and Aadhaar card. For easy access, a direct link to the application form is given in the overview table above.

How to apply for the NHPC Recruitment 2026?

The candidates can register themselves for the NHPC 2026 by following these steps:

• Visit the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited (NHPC), i.e., www.nhpcindia.com.
• Click on the registration option and fill in the entries in the required fields like E-Mail ID, Name, Mobile Number, etc.
• Click on the login button and fill in the application ID generated.
• Select the Establishment ID for NHPC Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026.
• Fill out the application form carefully now and save it.
• Submit the NHPC Recruitment 2026 Application form after uploading all the details and checking properly.
• Save the application form for future reference.

Documents Required for NHPC Trainee Engineer Application Form 2026

• 10th and ITI Certificate
• Marksheet (All Years)
• Age Proof (10th Certificate)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate
• ID Proof (Aadhar, PAN, Driving License, etc.)
• Passport Size Photograph

NHPC Trainee Engineer Application Fees 2026

Candidates can check the detailed application fees for the NHPC Recruitment 2026.

• For the OBC Candidates, the application fee is Rs. 708/-
• For SC/ST/Women/PwBD/Ex-servicemen, they are exempted from the Fees.

NHPC Trainee Engineer Selection Process 2026

The selection process for the NHPC Trainee Engineer will consist of various distinct phases, and they must successfully clear all rounds to be considered eligible for the position. These stages are mentioned below:

• GATE-2024/GATE-2025 with 75% weightage
• Group Discussion with 05% weightage
• Personal Interview with 20% weightage

NHPC Trainee Engineer Salary 2026

The salary structure of a Trainee Engineer is as follows:

• Selected candidates will get a pay scale of ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 (E2 level).
• The Approximate annual package will be ₹15–16 LPA.
• There will be Additional benefits, such as allowances, medical facilities and performance-based pay.