NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE is announced for Executive Trainee posts with 400 vacancies. This article covers complete details about the notification including eligibility criteria, selection process, important dates, and the online application procedure.
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has officially released the NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE, inviting applications from eligible engineering graduates through GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025 scores. A total of 400 vacancies are available across various disciplines. This is a great opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a career in India’s nuclear energy sector. Through this recruitment drive, NPCIL aims to induct talented individuals as Executive Trainees who will be trained and later absorbed as Scientific Officers.
The complete details of the NPCIL Executive Trainee notification including eligibility criteria, selection process, discipline-wise vacancies, salary structure, application dates, and step-by-step instructions to fill the online application form. If you’re planning to apply, make sure to read through all the information carefully to avoid mistakes and ensure a smooth application process.
Important Dates
| Registration starts from | 10th April 2025 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Registration ends on | 30th April 2025 (16:00 Hrs) |
Vacancy Details
| Recruitment Authority | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited(NPCIL) |
| Job position | Executive Trainee |
| Openings | 400 |
| Official website for recruitment | npcilcareers.co.in |
Discipline-Wise Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Number of Posts |
| Mechanical | 150 |
| Chemical | 60 |
| Electrical | 80 |
| Electronics | 45 |
| Instrumentation | 20 |
| Civil | 45 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Number of Posts |
| General | 157 |
| EWS | 39 |
| OBC | 111 |
| SC | 61 |
| ST | 32 |
Eligibility for NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE
Age
- Only Indian Nationals who are above 18 years of age are eligible to apply.
- The maximum age limit varies by category:
- General / EWS: 26 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 29 years
- SC / ST: 31 years
Education Qualification
- Applicants must hold a BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) degree or a 5-year Integrated M.Tech with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in one of the six specified engineering disciplines listed in the table below.
- Applicants must possess a valid GATE-2023, or GATE-2024, or GATE-2025 score in the same engineering discipline as their qualifying degree.
Accepted Engineering Disciplines
The table below outlines the disciplines being advertised and the corresponding accepted degree specializations:
| Discipline | Accepted Degree Specializations |
| Mechanical | Mechanical, Production |
| Chemical | Chemical, Electro-Chemical Engg. |
| Electrical | Electrical, Electrical & Electronics |
| Electronics | Electronics, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Controls, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics System Engineering |
| Instrumentation | Instrumentation, Instrumentation & Controls, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Instrumentation |
| Civil | Civil |
Integrated M.Tech Applicants
- Candidates who have completed a 5-year Integrated M.Tech in the relevant discipline with at least 60% marks are also eligible, provided they meet the other specified requirements.
Final Year Students
- Candidates who are appearing for their final year/semester exams in 2025, or whose final results are awaited, can also apply.
- However, if selected, they must submit proof of having completed their degree with at least 60% marks by 1st December 2025.
Salary of NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE
Stipend During Training
While undergoing training, Executive Trainees will receive the following:
- Monthly Stipend: ₹74,000/-
- One-Time Book Allowance: ₹30,000/-
- Mandatory accommodation provided by NPCIL (Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited)
Pay on Appointment as Scientific Officer/C
- Upon appointment as Scientific Officer/C, the candidate will be placed in Pay Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, with a basic pay of ₹56,100/-.
- In addition, they will receive Dearness Allowance (DA).
- In addition to the above pay and allowances, employees are entitled to various allowances, incentives, and facilities.
Selection Process for NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE
NPCIL will follow a structured and merit-based selection process for the recruitment of Executive Trainees 2025. The process involves the following key steps:
- First, NPCIL will shortlist candidates for the personal interview based on their valid GATE 2023, or GATE 2024, or GATE 2025 scores. The shortlisting will follow a 1:12 ratio, i.e., for every available vacancy, 12 candidates will be shortlisted in the order of merit.
- NPCIL will publish discipline-wise and category-wise cutoff marks on its recruitment portal. Additionally, shortlisted candidates can view their interview status under the ‘Application Status’ section by logging in at www.npcilcareers.co.in.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive the interview date, time, and venue details through Email/SMS. The call letter for the interview will also be available for download on the official website.
- NPCIL will make the final selection based on the performance in the personal interview. GATE scores will not carry any weight at this stage.
- The qualifying marks for the interview are:
- General/Unreserved: 70%
- EWS/SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD: 60%
- After the interview, NPCIL will make results available through the individual login on the recruitment website. Empanelled candidates can also download the Offer of Appointment from the same portal.
- candidates must confirm their acceptance by submitting the Acceptance Form via email within the stipulated date mentioned in the offer.
- In the event of a tie in interview marks, NPCIL will follow this sequence to determine merit:
- Candidate with the higher GATE score will be ranked higher.
- If GATE scores are also equal, the older candidate (by age) will be ranked higher.
Online Application Form for NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE
Required Documents to keep Ready
- GATE Registration Number (from Admit Card)
- Degree and marks details
- Work experience (if any)
- Email ID and mobile number used in GATE application
- Scanned passport photo (JPEG, 10–50 KB, 180×240 to 480×640 pixels)
- Scanned signature (JPEG, max 20 KB, 80×100 to 160×560 pixels)
How to Apply for NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE
- Eligible candidates must apply only through the online registration system at www.npcilcareers.co.in between April 10, 2025 (10:00 AM) to April 30, 2025 (4:00 PM).
- To apply, candidates must use the same GATE Registration Number provided on their GATE 2023, or GATE 2024, or GATE 2025 Admit Card, as applicable.
- Enter Basic details and submit the form. After submitting, you will receive an activation link via email. Click the activation link to activate your account.
- Login and complete your profile in stages:
- Educational Qualification
- Work Experience (if any)
- Personal Details
- Interview City Preference
- Reactor Stream Choice
- Upload Photo & Signature
- Submit Application
- Application Fee Payment: Only General, EWS, and OBC (Male) candidates need to pay ₹500 using Debit/Credit Card, Net banking, or UPI.
- After successful payment, the system will generate an Application Number.
- Keep your login ID and password safe to track application status via “Applicant’s Login”.
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FAQs for NPCIL Recruitment 2025 through GATE
There are 400 vacancies for Executive Trainee posts.
The application process is completely online.
Yes, a valid GATE score from 2023, 2024, or 2025 is mandatory.
GATE papers from relevant engineering disciplines like ME, EE, EC, etc.
A full-time BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering) degree with at least 60% marks.
Yes, if they can produce proof of qualification at the time of joining.
The upper age limit is generally 26 years (age relaxation applicable).
Candidates will be shortlisted based on GATE score followed by an interview.
No, selection is based on GATE score and interview only.
The last date is 30th April 2025.
Yes, General, EWS, and OBC (Male) candidates need to pay ₹500.
More FAQs
Selected candidates will undergo a one-year training program.
Trainees will receive a monthly stipend along with allowances.
Yes, selected candidates need to sign a service bond.
Yes, this is a pan-India recruitment.
Yes, reservation is applicable as per government norms.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email/SMS and NPCIL website.
No, editing is generally not allowed after final submission.
Educational certificates, GATE scorecard, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable), etc.
Selected candidates can be posted at NPCIL sites across India.
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