NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026

Published: 5:52 am | 24 April 2026

NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated power utility and a Government of India Enterprise, has officially released its Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment Notification 2026 (Advt. No. 05/26).

With an installed capacity of 89 GW and a strong presence across the entire power generation value chain, NTPC is setting its sights on an ambitious 149 GW capacity target by 2032. To support this transformational journey, NTPC is inviting applications from experienced engineering professionals to join on a fixed term basis as Assistant Executive (Operation). A total of 250 vacancies are available across categories. Online applications open on 23 April 2026 and close on 07 May 2026. Read this article carefully to understand all eligibility conditions, vacancy details, salary, and how to apply.

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NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 250 Posts

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Important Dates

⇒ Application Start Date: 23 April 2026
⇒ Last Date to Apply: 07 May 2026
⇒ Age / Experience Cut-off Date: Last date of receipt of online application (07 May 2026)
⇒ Note: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website www.ntpc.co.in / careers.ntpc.co.in for updates and any changes to the schedule.

Application Fee

⇒ SC / ST / PwBD / XSM / Female Candidates: Exempted (No Fee)
⇒ General / EWS / OBC Candidates: ₹500/-
⇒ Fee is Non-Refundable
⇒ Offline Payment: State Bank of India, A/C No. 30987919993, CAG Branch, New Delhi (Code: 09996). Use “pay-in-slip” from application portal.
⇒ Online Payment: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card (available in application form)

Age Limit

⇒ Maximum Age: 35 Years
⇒ SC / ST Relaxation: +5 years
⇒ OBC (NCL) Relaxation: +3 years
⇒ PwBD Relaxation: +10 years
⇒ Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. of India guidelines
⇒ Cut-off Date: Last date of receipt of online application

Total Posts & Selection Process

⇒ Post Name: Assistant Executive (Operation)
⇒ Basis: Fixed Term
⇒ Total Vacancies: 250 Posts
⇒ Selection Process:

Application Shortlisting / Screening (based on qualification, marks, experience, etc.)
Written / Computer-Based Test (if required)
Personal Interview
Pre-Employment Medical Examination

Total Vacancies — Category-wise Breakdown

A total of 250 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Executive (Operation) across categories. Vacancies are inclusive of SC/ST backlog vacancies:

Post Name	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
Assistant Executive (Operation)	109	25	39	42	35	250

Note: The total number of projected vacancies may increase or decrease at the discretion of NTPC management. Reservation for PwBD candidates is as per Govt. Guidelines.

PwBD Sub-categories Identified for This Post

Identified type of disabilities for the post of Assistant Executive (Operation):

⇒ Eligible PwBD Sub-categories:

a) D (Deaf)
b) HH (Hard of Hearing)
c) OA (One Arm)
d) OL (One Leg)
e) Dw (Dwarfism)
f) AAV (Acid Attack Victim)
g) ASD – Mild (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
h) SLD (Specific Learning Disability)
i) MI (Mental Illness)
j) MD involving (a) to (c) above

Eligibility Criteria — NTPC AE (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026

⇒ Nationality: Indian Nationals only

⇒ Educational Qualification:

B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognised University / Institution
Minimum 40% marks in aggregate for General / EWS / OBC candidates
SC / ST / PwBD candidates with only pass marks are eligible to apply
All qualifications must be from Universities / Institutions recognised and approved in India

⇒ Experience Requirement:

Minimum 1 year post-qualification working experience in Operation / Maintenance of a power plant with installed capacity of 40 MW or more
Experience must be supported by relevant documents (experience letters, service certificates, pay slips, etc.)
All experience documents for one organisation must be placed together in chronological order

⇒ Important Notes on Marks:

Marks in CGPA / CGPI / DGPA / CPI must be converted to percentage as per University / Institution norms. A conversion formula / certificate will be required.
All computations of age / experience / qualification are as on the last date of receipt of online application.

Job Profile / Key Responsibilities

Operating and supervising equipment at the power plant site
Isolation, normalisation, and all related site activities
Ensuring all safety procedures are followed at all times
Identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving equipment problems
Ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, guidelines, and SOPs

Note: The candidate may be required to work in shifts, including night shift. The job is transferable between any of the plants of NTPC / JVs / Subsidiaries.

Tenure of Engagement

⇒ Initial Fixed Term: 3 years
⇒ Extendable by: 2 more years based on performance and organisational requirement
⇒ Posting: At any of NTPC’s Stations / Projects / JVs / Subsidiaries across India. All posts are transferable at the sole discretion of management.

Salary / Remuneration & Benefits

Component	Details
Fixed Monthly Consolidated Amount	₹55,000/- per month
HRA	Applicable (if company accommodation not provided)
Company Accommodation	Provided where available (in lieu of HRA)
Night Shift Allowance	Applicable (if rostered in nightshift)
Medical Facility	For self, spouse, two children, and dependent parents

Health Standards

⇒ Requirement: Candidates must have sound health and meet NTPC’s prescribed medical fitness norms before joining.
⇒ Medical Examination: Will be conducted at any of the NTPC hospitals before appointment. The decision will be final and binding.
⇒ No Relaxation: No relaxation in prescribed health standards is allowed.
⇒ Where to Check Standards: Visit careers.ntpc.co.in for detailed medical fitness norms before applying.

Documents Required (Upload at Application Stage)

Personal Documents

Class X passing certificate / Marksheet (for Name and DOB proof — Name and DOB must appear in conformity on all documents)
PAN Card and Aadhaar Card
Caste / Disability certificate for SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / EWS candidates (as applicable)
OBC-NCL certificate in central format for current financial year (FY 2026–27)
EWS candidates: current year Income & Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026–27 based on income of FY 2025–26
Disability certificate as per latest prescribed Central Govt. format (generated online via Swavalamban / UDID portal), indicating type and percentage of disability

Qualification Documents

B.E. / B.Tech Degree (Provisional / Final) certificate
Engineering consolidated marksheet / transcript, all semester marksheets clearly indicating aggregate % of marks in all semesters
Marks conversion formula from the University / Institute for conversion of CGPA / CGPI / DGPA / CPI etc. into percentage

Experience Documents

Documents supporting post-qualification working experience of minimum 1 year in Operation / Maintenance of a power plant with installed capacity of 40 MW or more
All experience-related documents for one organisation/company to be placed together in chronological order (first to last/current company)
Document set should include: Experience/Service certificate (as per NTPC prescribed sample format), Offer of Appointment / Appointment letter, Offer Letter + Confirmation / Absorption Letter / Order on completion of training (if any), Joining Order / Letter, Role Assignment orders, Promotion orders, Transfer orders, Organisation charts, and 2 pay slips per organisation

Note: Applications with incomplete or insufficient documents are liable to be rejected or not considered for further process.

How to Apply — Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Read the Advertisement Thoroughly
Go through the complete official notification at www.ntpc.co.in or careers.ntpc.co.in before proceeding. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria including educational qualification, marks, and experience.

Step 2: Prepare Your Documents
Scan all required documents — personal, qualification, and experience documents — clearly and ensure they are legible. Keep soft copies ready in accepted formats.

Step 3: Visit the Official NTPC Careers Website
Log on to www.ntpc.co.in or careers.ntpc.co.in. No other means or mode of application will be accepted.

Step 4: Register and Fill the Application Form
Ensure you have a valid personal email ID before starting. Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details accurately.

Step 5: Upload All Required Documents
Upload all mandatory documents while filling the form. Applications with incomplete or insufficient documents will be rejected.

Step 6: Pay Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC candidates: Pay ₹500/- either online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card) or offline through SBI (A/C No. 30987919993, CAG Branch, New Delhi, Code: 09996) using the pay-in-slip downloaded from the portal. SC / ST / PwBD / XSM / Female candidates: No fee applicable.

Step 7: Submit Application and Download Slip
After completing all steps, submit the online application. Download and retain the system-generated application slip with your unique application number for future reference. No document is required to be sent by post to NTPC.

Important Links

Apply Online	careers.ntpc.co.in
Download Official Notification – Hindi	Click Here
Download Official Notification – English	Click Here
Medical Fitness Norms	careers.ntpc.co.in
NTPC Official Website	www.ntpc.co.in

NTPC AE Operation Recruitment 2026 — FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for NTPC AE (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026?
⇒ The last date for online application is 07 May 2026. Applications opened on 23 April 2026.

Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
⇒ There are 250 vacancies for the post of Assistant Executive (Operation) across UR (109), EWS (25), OBC (39), SC (42), and ST (35) categories.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
⇒ Candidates must hold a B.E. / B.Tech degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks from a recognised University / Institution (only pass marks required for SC/ST/PwBD).

Q4. Is work experience mandatory?
⇒ Yes. A minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience in Operation / Maintenance of a power plant with installed capacity of 40 MW or more is mandatory.

Q5. What is the salary offered for this post?
⇒ A fixed monthly consolidated amount of ₹55,000/-, plus HRA or company accommodation (where available), night shift allowance (if applicable), and medical facility for self and family.

Q6. What is the tenure of engagement?
⇒ The initial tenure is 3 years (Fixed Term), which is extendable by another 2 years based on performance and organisational requirement.

Q7. Is night shift work involved in this role?
⇒ Yes. Candidates may be required to work in shifts, including night shifts, as per management requirement.

Q8. Can candidates apply for multiple stations / locations?
⇒ No specific option is mentioned for location preference. All posts are transferable at the sole discretion of NTPC management across Stations / Projects / JVs / Subsidiaries.

Q9. What documents are required at the time of application?
⇒ Candidates must upload all personal documents (Class X certificate, PAN, Aadhaar, caste/disability certificates), qualification documents (degree, marksheets, conversion formula), and experience documents (service certificates, offer letters, pay slips, etc.) while filling the online application. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Q10. Is there negative marking in the written test?
⇒ The notification mentions that a written/computer-based test may be conducted if required. Specific exam pattern details (including negative marking) have not been specified in Advt. No. 05/26. Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates.

NTPC AE Operation Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 — Conclusion

The NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 is a valuable opportunity for engineering professionals with power plant experience to associate with India’s largest power generation company. With 250 vacancies across categories, a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹55,000/-, and the prospect of working on cutting-edge power infrastructure as India races towards its 149 GW capacity target by 2032, this role offers both professional challenge and competitive compensation. Eligible candidates must apply online at careers.ntpc.co.in before 07 May 2026.

Disclaimer: This article is based solely on the official NTPC Limited Advertisement No. 05/26. All data on vacancies, eligibility, pay, and dates has been sourced directly from the official notification. Candidates are strongly advised to visit www.ntpc.co.in or careers.ntpc.co.in for the latest updates before applying. This website is not affiliated with NTPC Limited or any government body.