The latest National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Assistant Executive (Operation) posts! Published under Advt. No. 05/26 on the official website careers.ntpc.co.in, this recruitment drive offers 250 vacancies on a fixed-term basis. Applicants within the age limit of up to 35 years and possessing a B.E. / B.Tech degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with relevant experience can apply online from 23 April 2026 to 07 May 2026. Find all details about the NTPC Assistant Executive new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online application form, and notification PDF here.
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
NTPC Limited has released the official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 05/26) for the post of Assistant Executive (Operation) on Fixed Term basis. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility criteria, vacancy distribution, experience requirements, application process, general conditions, and the list of documents required. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the official notification thoroughly before filling out and submitting their online application. Incomplete or inaccurate applications are liable to be rejected without further consideration. All further addendum/corrigenda and updates will be published on the official NTPC website.
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation Name | NTPC Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/26 |
| Post Name | Assistant Executive (Operation) - Fixed Term Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 250 Posts |
| Qualification | B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering with at least 40% marks from a recognised University/Institution |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year post-qualification working experience in Operation/Maintenance of a power plant of capacity 40 MW or more |
| Tenure of Engagement | Fixed Term Employment for 03 years (extendable for another 02 years based on performance and requirement) |
| Upper Age Limit | 35 Years |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Commencement of Online Application | 23-04-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 07-05-2026 |
| Official Website | https://careers.ntpc.co.in / https://www.ntpc.co.in |
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application | 23-04-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 07-05-2026 |
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Vacancy 2026
| Name of Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Executive (Operation) | 250 |
Assistant Executive (Operation) Vacancy Distribution (250 Posts)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 109 |
| EWS | 25 |
| OBC | 39 |
| SC | 42 |
| ST | 35 |
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Eligibility Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply |
| Educational Qualification | B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering with at least 40% marks from a recognised University/Institution (SC/ST/PwBD - only pass marks required) |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year post-qualification working experience in Operation/Maintenance of a power plant of capacity 40 MW or more |
| Upper Age Limit | 35 Years (as on the last date of online application) |
| Age Relaxation | 10 years for SC/ST candidates; 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates; 10 years for PwBD candidates; additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen as per Govt. guidelines |
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Application Fee 2026
Candidates belonging to the General/EWS/OBC category are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹500/-. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD category and female candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee. Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates are therefore requested to verify their eligibility criteria thoroughly before paying the application fee.
Payment can be made through online mode via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card on the online application portal. Payment in offline mode is also available through State Bank of India - the Bank has been authorised to collect the application fee in a specially opened account (A/C No. 30687919993) at the CAG branch, New Delhi (Code: 09996), on behalf of NTPC. Candidates applying offline payment must approach a nearby SBI branch with a printout of the "pay-in-slip" available on the application portal.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Salary / Remuneration 2026
Selected candidates engaged as Assistant Executive (Operation) on Fixed Term basis at NTPC will be entitled to a Fixed Monthly Consolidated Amount of ₹55,000/-. In addition to the consolidated pay, candidates will also receive HRA (House Rent Allowance) or Company Accommodation, Night Shift Allowance (if rostered in night shift), and medical facility for self, spouse, two children, and dependent parents.
No other allowances or perks beyond those mentioned will be admissible to fixed-term employees. The remuneration package is structured to offer competitive compensation while the candidate serves on the fixed-term contractual basis at any of the NTPC Stations, Projects, JVs, or Subsidiaries.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixed Monthly Consolidated Amount | ₹55,000/- per month |
| HRA | Applicable (or Company Accommodation in lieu) |
| Night Shift Allowance | Applicable (if rostered in night shift) |
| Medical Facility | For self, spouse, two children, and dependent parents |
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Selection Process 2026
The selection process for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 may comprise multiple stages at the discretion of NTPC management. In-order to restrict the number of candidates for further selection process, the management reserves the right to conduct multi-stage selection which may include shortlisting/screening based on qualification/percentage of marks, number of years of experience, written/computer-based test, personal interview, or a combination of the above, subject to meeting the minimum eligibility standards/criteria as per requirement.
Candidates who are shortlisted will be called for further stages. The candidate must undergo a medical examination at any of the NTPC hospitals, and the decision will be final and binding. No relaxation in prescribed health standards is allowed. Detailed medical norms are available on the official NTPC website. Candidates are advised to go through the medical norms carefully before applying.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Shortlisting / Screening | Based on qualification/percentage of marks, years of experience, or any other criteria at NTPC's discretion |
| 2. Written / Computer-Based Test | May be conducted as per requirement |
| 3. Personal Interview | May be conducted for shortlisted candidates |
| 4. Medical Examination | At any NTPC hospital; decision is final and binding |
| 5. Document Verification | All uploaded documents verified at appropriate stage |
How to Apply for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official NTPC careers website at https://careers.ntpc.co.in. No other mode of application will be accepted. Candidates are required to possess a valid email ID, as NTPC will not be responsible for bouncing back any email sent to them.
Candidates must upload all required documents while applying; applications with incomplete or insufficient documents are liable to be rejected without further consideration. After applying online, the candidate must download the application slip generated by the system with a unique application number. A copy of the application slip may be retained by the candidate for future reference.
No document is required to be sent by post. Candidates should go through the full text of the advertisement and agree to all conditions before applying. Any canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate. All disputes arising from this advertisement shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi only.
- Visit the official NTPC careers website at https://careers.ntpc.co.in
- Register and fill the online application form with accurate personal, qualification, and experience details
- Upload all required documents as per specified format
- Pay the application fee online (General/EWS/OBC) or through SBI offline mode
- Download and retain the application slip with unique application number
- Do not send any documents by post; all submissions are online only
NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Application Form 2026
The online application form for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 is available on the official NTPC careers portal at https://careers.ntpc.co.in. The application form requires candidates to fill in their personal details, educational qualification details, experience details, category details, and upload scanned copies of all required documents. Candidates must ensure that all details filled in the form are accurate and match the supporting documents exactly, as any discrepancy found at any stage of the selection process may lead to disqualification or termination of engagement.
The category once filled in the online application form cannot be changed and no benefit of a different category will be admissible later. Candidates are advised to carefully verify all entries before final submission, as no changes will be permitted after the application is submitted. All documents must be uploaded at the time of application itself; applications with incomplete or insufficient documents will not be considered for further process.
Eligible candidates are encouraged to fill out the online application form and complete all steps including document upload and fee payment well before the last date.
Apply Online at: https://careers.ntpc.co.in
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates applying for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 must carefully read and follow all conditions mentioned in the official advertisement before submitting their application. The management reserves the right to cancel, restrict, curtail, or enlarge the number of vacancies if need so arises, without any further notice and without assigning any reason. Posting will be at the sole discretion of the Management at any of the Stations, Projects, JVs, or Subsidiaries of NTPC, and posts are transferable.
If it is found that a candidate does not fulfil the eligibility norms or has furnished incorrect/false information or suppressed any material facts at any stage of recruitment, the candidature will stand cancelled, and if detected after appointment, services are liable to be terminated without any notice. Any claim or dispute arising from this advertisement shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi only. In case of any ambiguity, the English version of the advertisement will prevail.
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- All qualifications must be from Universities/Institutions recognised and approved in India.
- The category once filled in the online application form cannot be changed and no benefit of a different category will be admissible later.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.
- Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Applications with incomplete or insufficient documents are liable to be rejected without consideration.
- All disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi only.
- NTPC reserves the right to cancel/restrict/curtail/enlarge vacancies without prior notice.
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