NPCIL Narora Apprentice Online Form 2026

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) Narora Atomic Power Station invites applications for 80 Apprentice positions across various trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961. NPCIL is a public sector undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, responsible for operating nuclear power plants. The Narora site located in Uttar Pradesh recruits apprentices for technical trades who undergo structured training for one year. Upon successful completion, apprentices gain valuable technical experience and may get preference in future regular recruitment. This apprenticeship provides hands-on training in nuclear power plant operations and maintenance across multiple engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical, electronics, and civil trades.

Important Dates

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Educational Qualification

• For ITI Trades: Candidates must have passed 10th standard with minimum 50% marks and completed ITI certificate in relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Welder, Turner, Machinist, etc.)
• For Diploma Trades: Passed 10th + 2 years Diploma in Engineering in relevant stream (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Instrumentation)
• For Graduate Apprentices: B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant engineering discipline

Age Limit

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidates must be Indian Citizens only
• Candidates must possess valid Aadhaar card

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NPCIL careers portal at www.npcil.nic.in or www.npcilcareers.co.in
2. Click on "Careers" section and locate "Narora Apprentice Recruitment 2026" notification
3. Read the detailed notification carefully and check eligibility criteria
4. Click on "Apply Online" link to register as new user
5. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates)
6. Upload scanned copies of 10th/12th/ITI/Diploma/Degree certificates and category certificate if applicable
7. Pay the application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI)
8. Submit the application form and take printout for future reference
9. Note down the registration number and password for tracking application status

Application Fees

Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI)

Selection Stages

1. Written Test/Screening: Computer-based objective type test covering basic technical knowledge in the respective trade, general awareness, and reasoning. Duration typically 2 hours with 100 questions.

1. Merit List Preparation: Candidates will be shortlisted based on marks obtained in written test combined with marks in qualifying examination (10th/ITI/Diploma/Degree as applicable).

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, age proof, category certificate, and identity proof.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo mandatory medical fitness examination as per NPCIL standards. Fitness certificate from authorized medical board is required.

1. Final Selection: Final merit list will be prepared based on combined performance in written test and qualifying marks. Selected candidates will be issued engagement orders for apprenticeship training.

Written Test Pattern (Typical / Indicative)

For ITI Apprentices

For Diploma/Graduate Apprentices

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) or Offline OMR based (as decided by NPCIL)

Detailed Syllabus

For ITI Trades

#### Trade Theory (Respective Trade)

• Workshop calculations and basic science
• Engineering drawing and blueprint reading
• Trade-specific tools, equipment, and machinery
• Safety practices and first aid
• Materials, measurements, and testing
• Practical operations specific to trade (fitting, welding, turning, electrical work, etc.)

#### General Awareness

• Current affairs - national and international
• Indian history, culture, and geography
• Indian Constitution and polity basics
• Economic and social development
• Environmental studies
• Sports and awards

#### Reasoning & Aptitude

• Numerical ability and basic mathematics
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Data interpretation
• Verbal and non-verbal reasoning

For Diploma/Degree Apprentices

#### Mechanical Engineering

• Strength of materials and mechanics
• Thermodynamics and heat transfer
• Fluid mechanics and machinery
• Manufacturing processes
• Machine design and drawing
• Industrial engineering

#### Electrical Engineering

• Basic electrical circuits and network theory
• Electrical machines (DC/AC motors and generators)
• Power systems and transmission
• Control systems and instrumentation
• Electrical measurements
• Power electronics

#### Electronics/Instrumentation Engineering

• Electronic devices and circuits
• Digital electronics and microprocessors
• Signals and systems
• Control systems
• Instrumentation and measurements
• Communication systems

#### Civil Engineering

• Building materials and construction
• Surveying and leveling
• Strength of materials
• Structural analysis
• Concrete technology
• Environmental engineering

#### General Aptitude

• Quantitative aptitude and numerical ability
• Logical reasoning
• Verbal ability and comprehension
• Data interpretation and analysis

Apprentice Stipend Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Free accommodation in NPCIL hostel (subject to availability) or HRA
• Medical facilities at NPCIL hospital
• Training allowance and uniform
• Canteen facilities at subsidized rates
• No DA, transport allowance, or other statutory benefits during apprenticeship period

Note: Apprentices are governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 and do not get regular employee benefits. Stipend rates are as per Government of India norms and may vary based on trade and qualification.

Upon successful completion of the one-year apprenticeship training program, apprentices receive a National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by NCVT/BOAT which is recognized across India. Former apprentices get preference and relaxation in age/experience criteria when NPCIL announces regular recruitment for Tradesman, Technical Officer, or other positions. Many successful apprentices have been absorbed into regular positions in NPCIL or other PSUs in the nuclear and power sector. The practical training and exposure to nuclear power plant operations provides excellent career foundation for technical roles in energy sector organizations.

Admit cards for the written test/screening exam will be released approximately 7-10 days before the scheduled examination date on the official NPCIL website. Candidates must download their admit card by logging into the application portal using their registration number and password. The admit card contains important details including exam date, time, venue, reporting time, and instructions. No physical admit card will be sent by post. Candidates must carry a printout of the admit card along with valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving License/Voter ID) to the examination centre.

The written test result will be declared within 4-6 weeks of the examination on the official NPCIL website. Candidates can check their result by entering registration number and date of birth on the result portal. The merit list of shortlisted candidates for document verification and medical examination will be published category-wise. Selected candidates will receive engagement orders via registered email and will be required to report to NPCIL Narora site on specified dates. Final selection list after medical examination will be published separately on the website.

The qualifying cutoff marks for written test are typically around 40% for UR/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST candidates. However, actual cutoff varies depending on difficulty level of exam, number of vacancies, and performance of candidates. For ITI apprentices, cutoffs generally range between 35-50 marks out of 100. For Diploma/Graduate apprentices, cutoffs tend to be higher at 45-60 marks out of 100. Category-wise separate merit lists are prepared, and candidates scoring above minimum qualifying marks are ranked based on total score.

Examination Centres

North: Delhi NCR, Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, Aligarh, Meerut, Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh), Jaipur (Rajasthan), Chandigarh, Ludhiana (Punjab)

South: Bangalore, Mysore (Karnataka), Chennai, Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam (Telangana/Andhra Pradesh), Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala)

East: Kolkata, Durgapur (West Bengal), Bhubaneswar, Cuttack (Odisha), Patna, Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Ranchi, Jamshedpur (Jharkhand)

West: Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur (Maharashtra), Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat (Gujarat), Indore, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh)

Northeast: Guwahati (Assam), Agartala (Tripura), Imphal (Manipur)

Note: NPCIL reserves the right to add or cancel any exam centre depending on number of applications received.