NHPC Limited, a premier Navratna Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has officially released the notification for Apprentice Training for the 2026-2027 session[cite: 5, 12, 17]. This recruitment drive offers a massive opportunity for energetic and bright candidates to gain professional experience in a leading Government of India enterprise.
The engagement is for a one-year duration and is available at various strategic power stations, including Dhauliganga, Teesta VI, Uri, Kishanganga, and Subansiri Lower.
NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Organization: NHPC Limited (A Govt. of India Navratna Enterprise)
- Post Name: Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices
- Total Duration: 01 Year (May be extended up to 02 years per Apprentice Act)
- Stipend: Monthly stipend up to ₹15,000
- Application Mode: Online via NHPC Official Career Portal
- Last Date to Apply: May 6, 2026 (Till 05:00 PM).
Vacancy Locations & Disciplines
NHPC is offering slots across multiple units]:
- Dhauliganga Power Station (Uttarakhand): Finance, Civil, Electrical, Pharmacy, and ITI Trades
- Teesta VI HE Project (Sikkim): HR, PR, Rajbhasha, Computer Science, and Mechanical.
- Uri & Kishanganga (J&K): Electrical, Civil, Nursing, Pharmacy, and various ITI trades
- Subansiri Lower HEP (Arunachal Pradesh): Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, E&C, and ITI trades
- Regional Office Jammu: HR Executive, Computer Science, and Supervisor HR
Educational Qualification & Stipend Details
The monthly stipend is inclusive of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) amount provided by the Government of India under the NATS scheme. Graduate apprentices receive a DBT of ₹4,500, while Diploma apprentices receive ₹4,000.
- Graduate Engineering (Civil/Elect/Mech/E&C/CS/IT): B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Sc. (Engg.) in the respective discipline. Stipend: ₹15,000/-[cite: 76].
- HR & Finance Executives: MBA/PGDM (HR/PM&IR/HRM/MSW) or B.Com. Stipend: ₹15,000/-.
- Specialized Graduate Roles: PR Executive, Rajbhasha Assistant, Nursing Assistant (B.Sc Nursing), and Physiotherapy Assistant (B.P.T). Stipend: ₹15,000/-
- Supervisor (HR) & Engineering Diploma: BBA or Diploma in relevant Engineering fields. Stipend: ₹13,500/-.
- Medical Diploma Trades: Diploma in Nursing/GNM, Pharmacy, and X-Ray Technology. Stipend: ₹13,500/-.
- ITI Technician Trades: Electrician, Plumber, Fitter, Machinist, Welder, Carpenter, and COPA. Stipend: ₹12,000/-.
Eligibility & Selection Merit Criteria
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as of the application date[cite: 89]. Relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC as per Govt. norms.
- Selection Method: No Interview. Selection is purely on merit based on 10th, 12th/Diploma, and Degree/ITI marks.
- Preference: Priority is given to Project Affected Families (PAF), then local district residents, and then the home state.
- Accommodation: Shared bachelor accommodation may be provided, or an additional ₹2,500/- per month will be paid.
How to Apply for NHPC Apprentice 2026
- Step 1: Register on the NAPS portal (for ITI) or the NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma).
- Step 2: After registration, visit the career section at www.nhpcindia.com and apply online
- Documents Required: NATS/NAPS registration form, educational mark sheets, proof of age (10th certificate), and caste certificate.
Important Links Section
| Resource Description | Official Action Link |
|---|---|
| 🚀 Online Application Portal | Click Here to Apply Online |
| 📄 Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF Notification |
| 🌐 NHPC Official Website | Visit Here |
| 📱 Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Here for Fast Updates |
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