NTPC Limited has announced NTPC Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 13/26 for a Special Recruitment Drive to fill 19 backlog vacancies for SC/ST candidates. The recruitment includes Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Engineer and Assistant Officer (Safety) posts. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the NTPC Careers portal within the prescribed application period.
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NTPC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | NTPC Limited (A Government of India Enterprise) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 13/26 |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST Candidates |
| Post Name | Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Engineer & Assistant Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 19 |
| SC Vacancies | 8 |
| ST Vacancies | 11 |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech and relevant qualification/experience depending on post |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 29 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 13 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Pay Scale | ₹30,000–₹2,00,000 depending on grade/post |
| Posting | NTPC offices/stations/projects/JVs/subsidiaries, as applicable |
NTPC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 29 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 October 2026 |
| Closing Time | 6:00 PM |
| Test / Interview Date | To be announced |
NTPC Vacancy 2026 – Post & Category-Wise Distribution
NTPC Advertisement No. 13/26 provides 19 backlog vacancies reserved for SC/ST candidates. The post-wise distribution is given below.
| Post Name | Grade | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager – Civil Construction | E4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Deputy Manager – Mechanical Erection | E4 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| Deputy Manager – Electrical Erection | E4 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Assistant Manager (O&M) – Mechanical | E3 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Engineer – Electrical Erection | E2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Officer – Safety | E0 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Total | 8 | 11 | 19 | |
NTPC Recruitment 2026 Post-Wise Qualification, Experience, Age Limit & Salary
Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification and relevant post-qualification experience prescribed for the post they apply for.
| Post Name | Qualification | Required Experience | Max. Age | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager – Civil Construction | B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Construction Engineering | Minimum 8 years post-qualification executive experience, including prescribed Civil Construction/site experience | 45 Years | ₹70,000–₹2,00,000 |
| Deputy Manager – Mechanical Erection | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Production Engineering | Minimum 8 years post-qualification executive experience, including prescribed Mechanical Erection/Maintenance/Commissioning site experience | 45 Years | ₹70,000–₹2,00,000 |
| Deputy Manager – Electrical Erection | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Minimum 8 years post-qualification executive experience, including prescribed Electrical Erection/Maintenance/Commissioning site experience | 45 Years | ₹70,000–₹2,00,000 |
| Assistant Manager (O&M) – Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech in relevant Mechanical/Production/Industrial/Thermal/Power Engineering discipline as prescribed | Minimum 5 years post-qualification executive experience in the prescribed O&M area of a power project/plant | 40 Years | ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 |
| Engineer – Electrical Erection | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Minimum 3 years post-qualification executive experience in prescribed Electrical Erection/site activities | 40 Years | ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 |
| Assistant Officer – Safety | B.E./B.Tech in an eligible engineering discipline plus the prescribed Diploma / Advanced Diploma / PG Diploma in Industrial Safety | As prescribed in the official notification | 50 Years | ₹30,000–₹1,20,000 |
NTPC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The maximum age varies by post. Deputy Manager posts carry a maximum age of 45 years, Assistant Manager and Engineer posts 40 years, and Assistant Officer (Safety) 50 years, subject to the conditions and applicable relaxations in the official advertisement.
NTPC Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed in the applicable NTPC IDA grade. The advertised pay scales range from ₹30,000–₹1,20,000 for E0 up to ₹70,000–₹2,00,000 for E4. The stated figures are pay scales and should not be interpreted as guaranteed in-hand salary.
Application Fee
Candidates should check Advertisement No. 13/26 and the NTPC online application portal for the applicable fee/payment instructions, if any, before submitting the application.
NTPC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
NTPC may shortlist candidates on the basis of eligibility, qualification and relevant experience and may adopt a written/computer-based test, personal interview or another selection methodology as prescribed. Candidates must also meet the applicable medical standards and document-verification requirements.
How to Apply for NTPC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NTPC Careers portal.
- Open the recruitment section and locate Advertisement No. 13/26.
- Read the complete official advertisement and confirm post-specific eligibility.
- Register or log in to the application portal.
- Enter personal, educational and post-qualification experience details carefully.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Review all information before final submission.
- Submit the online application by 13 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
- Save/print the submitted application for future reference.
NTPC Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Apply Online | NTPC Careers Portal |
|---|---|
| Official Recruitment Website | NTPC Jobs |
| Official Website | NTPC Limited |
NTPC Recruitment 2026 FAQ
How many vacancies are available in NTPC Recruitment 2026?
NTPC Advertisement No. 13/26 contains 19 backlog vacancies, comprising 8 SC and 11 ST vacancies.
Which posts are included in NTPC Advertisement No. 13/26?
The recruitment covers Deputy Manager (Civil Construction), Deputy Manager (Mechanical Erection), Deputy Manager (Electrical Erection), Assistant Manager (O&M) – Mechanical, Engineer – Electrical Erection and Assistant Officer – Safety.
How many Deputy Manager vacancies are available?
There are 12 Deputy Manager vacancies: 1 Civil Construction, 9 Mechanical Erection and 2 Electrical Erection vacancies.
Who can apply for this NTPC recruitment?
This notification is a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST candidates. Candidates must also meet the qualification, experience and age requirements of the selected post.
What is the last date for NTPC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 13 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
What is the qualification for NTPC Deputy Manager?
The Deputy Manager posts require B.E./B.Tech in the relevant engineering discipline along with the prescribed post-qualification executive experience. The three Deputy Manager disciplines in this recruitment are Civil Construction, Mechanical Erection and Electrical Erection.
What is the NTPC Deputy Manager salary?
Deputy Manager posts are in E4 grade with an advertised IDA pay scale of ₹70,000–₹2,00,000.
What is the maximum age for Deputy Manager?
The maximum age specified for the Deputy Manager posts is 45 years, subject to applicable conditions and relaxations.
Where can I apply online?
Candidates can apply through the official NTPC Careers portal at careers.ntpc.co.in and should select Advertisement No. 13/26.
Disclaimer: Candidates should verify the exact eligibility, experience, reservation, age-relaxation, medical, fee and application requirements in the official NTPC Advertisement No. 13/26 before applying.
