NPCIL Recruitment 2026: 255 Stipendiary Trainee/Technician Vacancies at Kudankulam – Apply Online

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has released Advertisement No. NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026 for 255 Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN) posts at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), Tamil Nadu.

Eligible Indian candidates can apply online from 08 June 2026 to 29 June 2026 through the official website.

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NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Overview

• Organization: Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
• Project Location: Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (Tamil Nadu)
• Post Name: Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN)
• Total Vacancies: 255
• Advertisement No.: NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026
• Application Mode: Online
• Online Application Start Date: 08.06.2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply: 29.06.2026 (4:00 PM)
• Official Website: https://www.npcil.nic.in
• Apply Online: https://www.npcilcareers.co.in

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NPCIL Vacancy Details 2026 (Total 255 Posts)

Trade-wise Vacancy Distribution

Trade	Total Vacancies
Plant Operator	136
Electrician	47
Fitter	30
Electronics Mechanic	15
Instrumentation Mechanic	15
Turner	5
Machinist	5
Welder	2
Total	255

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Educational Qualification

 Plant Operator

• HSC (10+2) / ISC in Science Stream
• Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics mandatory
• Minimum 40% aggregate marks
• English subject at SSC level

 Technician Trades (Electrician, Fitter, etc.)

• SSC (10th) with Science & Mathematics
• Minimum 50% marks
• 2-Year ITI Certificate in relevant trade
• English at SSC level
• 1-year experience required if ITI course is less than 2 years

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 Salary & Stipend

During Training (2 Years)

• 1st Year: ₹20,000 per month
• 2nd Year: ₹22,000 per month
• Book Allowance: ₹3,000 (One-time)

After Successful Completion

• Post: Technician/B
• Pay Level: Level 3
• Basic Pay: ₹21,700
• DA (60%): ₹13,020
• Approx. Monthly Salary: ₹34,720

Additional benefits include:

• HRA / Housing
• Transport Allowance
• Medical Facility (CHSS)
• Leave Travel Allowance
• Provident Fund & Gratuity
• Pension Scheme

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 Age Limit (As on 29 June 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years

Age Relaxation

• OBC (NCL): 3 Years
• SC/ST: 5 Years
• PwBD: Up to 15 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt norms
• Widows/Divorced Women: Up to 35–40 years

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 Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

Stage 1: Preliminary Test

• 50 MCQs
• 60 Minutes
• Subjects: Mathematics, Science, General Awareness
• 3 Marks for correct answer
• 1 Mark negative marking

Stage 2: Advanced Test

• 50 MCQs
• 120 Minutes
• Based on 12th (Plant Operator) or ITI syllabus
• Merit prepared based on Stage 2 marks

Stage 3: Document Verification

Both exams will be Computer-Based and conducted in Tamil, Hindi & English.

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 Application Fee

• ₹100 for Male UR/EWS/OBC candidates
• SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen/NPCIL Employees – Exempted

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 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start	08 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	29 June 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	29 June 2026

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 Important Links

• Official Website: https://www.npcil.nic.in
• Apply Online: https://www.npcilcareers.co.in
• Official Notification : Click here

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 FAQs – NPCIL Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are released in NPCIL Recruitment 2026?

NPCIL has announced 255 vacancies for Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for NPCIL 2026?

The last date to apply online is 29 June 2026 (4:00 PM).

Q3. What is the salary after training?

After training, candidates will receive approximately ₹34,720 per month including DA.

Q4. What is the age limit for NPCIL ST/TN posts?

Candidates must be between 18 to 24 years. Age relaxation applies as per category.

Q5. Is there negative marking in NPCIL exam?

Yes, 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.