NPCIL Recruitment 2024 - Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited Recruitment for Executive Trainees 2024
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a Government of India Enterprise, is inviting online applications for the recruitment of Executive Trainees (ETs) 2024 in various engineering disciplines. The selection process will be based on GATE 2022, GATE 2023, and GATE 2024 scores, followed by a personal interview. The last date to submit online applications is April 30, 2024.
Official Notification
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About Job Profile
Executive Trainees will undergo a one-year comprehensive training program in either the Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) stream or the Light Water Reactor (LWR) stream, depending on their chosen discipline and organizational requirements. Upon successful completion of training, ETs will be appointed as Scientific Officers/C in Group A and contribute to various aspects of nuclear power plant design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Vacancy Details
There are a total of 400 vacancies for Executive Trainees across different disciplines and categories. The detailed breakdown is as follows:
| Discipline | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | Total |
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| Mechanical | 60 | 14 | 23 | 12 | 41 | 150 |
| Chemical | 29 | 07 | 11 | 06 | 20 | 73 |
| Electrical | 27 | 07 | 11 | 05 | 19 | 69 |
| Electronics | 12 | 03 | 04 | 02 | 08 | 29 |
| Instrumentation | 07 | 02 | 03 | 02 | 05 | 19 |
| Civil | 24 | 06 | 09 | 05 | 16 | 60 |
| Total | 159 | 39 | 61 | 32 | 109 | 400 |
Salary Package
During the one-year training period, Executive Trainees will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 55,000/-, a one-time book allowance of Rs. 18,000/-, and mandatory lodging & boarding facilities provided by NPCIL.
Upon successful completion of training and appointment as Scientific Officer/C, the pay scale will be at Level 10 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 56,100/-) with a Dearness Allowance of 50% of the basic pay. Additional allowances, incentives, and benefits include:
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Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
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| Age Limit (as of April 30, 2024) |
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| Educational Qualification |
BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in one of the following disciplines:
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| GATE Score | Valid GATE 2022, GATE 2023, or GATE 2024 score in the same engineering discipline as the qualifying degree. |
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Start of Online Application | April 10, 2024 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | April 30, 2024 (4:00 PM) |
| Payment of Application Fee | April 10, 2024 (10:00 AM) to April 30, 2024 (4:00 PM) |
How to Apply?
- Online Registration: Visit the NPCIL careers website (www.npcilcareers.co.in) and click on "Apply Online" or "Apply for Online Registration" to register your details, including your GATE registration number, name, date of birth, category, email address, mobile number, and other relevant information. You will receive an activation link via email upon successful registration.
- Account Activation: Click on the activation link received in your email to activate your account.
- Online Application: Log in using your login ID and password to access the online application form. Fill in all required details regarding your educational qualifications, work experience, personal information, preferred interview city, reactor stream preference (for relevant disciplines), and upload your scanned photograph and signature.
- Application Submission: Review the draft of your application and submit it once you ensure all information is accurate. An application number will be generated.
- Payment of Application Fee (if applicable): Male candidates belonging to General/EWS/OBC categories need to pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- online using the provided payment gateway. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/Female applicants/NPCIL employees are exempted from the fee.
Documents needed to apply
- Scanned photograph and signature (JPEG format)
- Class X certificate/mark sheet (for date of birth proof)
- Mark sheets and degree certificates for all semesters/years of qualifying degree
- GATE 2022/2023/2024 admit card and scorecard
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer (if applicable)
- Gazette notification/certificate for name change (if applicable)
Selection Process
| Phase | Details |
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| Shortlisting | Candidates will be shortlisted for the personal interview based on their GATE 2022, GATE 2023, and GATE 2024 scores in the respective disciplines, applying a ratio of 1:12. |
| Personal Interview | Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview, which will be the basis for final selection (subject to medical fitness). No weightage will be given to GATE scores at this stage. |
| Waitlist | A waitlist will be prepared with an equal number of candidates as the main select list for each discipline and category. The waitlist will remain valid until September 20, 2024. |
Exam Pattern
There is no separate written exam for this recruitment. The selection is based on GATE scores and performance in the personal interview.
Best Books
As the selection is based on GATE scores and a personal interview, specific book recommendations are not provided. Candidates should refer to standard GATE preparation books and materials for their respective disciplines.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the application fee for NPCIL Executive Trainee recruitment?
A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- is applicable only to male candidates belonging to General/EWS/OBC categories.
- What is the training duration and location for Executive Trainees?
Executive Trainees will undergo a one-year training program at designated NPCIL training centers across India. The specific location will depend on the chosen discipline and organizational requirements.
- Can final-year engineering students apply for this recruitment?
Yes, final-year engineering students who are expected to complete their degrees by November 30, 2024, can apply. They need to submit their final results by the specified date if selected.
