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 enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, operating nuclear power plants across the country. The Narora site, located in Uttar Pradesh, is one of India's premier nuclear power facilities. These apprentice positions offer hands-on technical training in nuclear power plant operations and maintenance for a period of one year. Successful apprentices gain valuable industrial experience and receive a monthly stipend during training. This opportunity is open to candidates across India with ITI/Diploma qualifications in relevant trades. Upon completion, apprentices may have opportunities for regular employment in NPCIL or other public sector undertakings in the nuclear and power sectors.

Important Dates

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Vacancies are distributed across various trades including Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Welder, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Turner, and other technical trades.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• For Trade Apprentices: Candidates must have passed ITI (Industrial Training Institute) course in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institution OR possess National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade
• For Technician Apprentices: Diploma in Engineering (3 years) in relevant discipline from recognized board/university
• Candidates should have qualified in the relevant trade/discipline as per Apprenticeship Act 1961 requirements
• Fresh ITI/Diploma holders as well as candidates with gap years are eligible

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

Age calculated as on closing date of application

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Candidates should possess valid Indian identity documents (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to NPCIL careers portal at www.npcil.nic.in or www.npcilcareers.co.in
2. Register: Click on 'Apprentice Recruitment 2026' notification link and select 'New Registration'
3. Fill Registration Form: Enter basic details (Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, Mobile Number) and create login credentials
4. Login: Use registration number and password to login to the application portal
5. Complete Application Form: Fill all mandatory fields including personal details, educational qualifications, category, trade preference, and communication address
6. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), educational certificates, category certificate, and ID proof in prescribed format (JPG/PDF)
7. Pay Application Fee: Make online payment through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI
8. Submit Application: Review all entered details, agree to declaration and submit the application form
9. Download Receipt: Take printout of application form and payment receipt for future reference
10. Note Application Number: Save the system-generated application number for tracking status

Application Fee Structure

Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI only

Note: Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances

Selection Procedure

1. Written Test/Screening Test: Objective type multiple choice questions covering technical knowledge in respective trade, general awareness, numerical ability, and reasoning. Test duration typically 90-120 minutes with questions based on ITI/Diploma syllabus.

1. Trade/Skill Test: Practical assessment of technical skills in the respective trade. Candidates will be required to perform hands-on tasks related to their trade specialization to demonstrate practical competency. Only candidates clearing written test will be called for trade test.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present original documents including educational certificates, date of birth proof, category certificate, ITI/Diploma marksheets, and character certificate for verification.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo pre-employment medical examination at designated NPCIL medical facility. Fitness certificate from authorized medical board is mandatory as per Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) norms.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list will be prepared based on combined performance in written test and trade test, subject to document verification and medical fitness. Selection will be strictly as per merit and reservation rules.

1. Engagement as Apprentice: Selected candidates will be engaged as apprentices for one year training period under the Apprentices Act 1961 with monthly stipend as per government norms.

Written Test Pattern (Typical / Indicative)

For Trade Apprentices (ITI Holders)

For Technician Apprentices (Diploma Holders)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: General/EWS - 40%, OBC - 35%, SC/ST/PwBD - 30%

Medium of Examination: English and Hindi (bilingual)

Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) or Offline OMR based test

Detailed Syllabus

Technical Knowledge (Trade Specific)

For Fitter Trade:

• Basic fitting operations, tools and equipment
• Measuring instruments and gauges
• Drilling, tapping, grinding operations
• Workshop calculations and science
• Engineering drawing and blueprint reading
• Safety practices in workshop

For Electrician Trade:

• Basic electrical engineering
• AC and DC machines and circuits
• Electrical installations and wiring
• Transformers, switchgears and protection
• Electrical measuring instruments
• Power distribution systems
• Safety procedures and electrical codes

For Electronics Mechanic Trade:

• Semiconductor devices and circuits
• Digital and analog electronics
• Communication systems basics
• Electronic measuring instruments
• Microprocessor and microcontroller basics
• PCB fabrication and soldering techniques

For Welder Trade:

• Gas welding and arc welding principles
• Types of welding joints and positions
• Welding defects and testing methods
• Safety in welding operations
• Reading welding symbols
• Metal properties and metallurgy basics

For Instrument Mechanic Trade:

• Instrumentation fundamentals
• Pressure, temperature, flow, level measurement
• Control valves and actuators
• Process control basics
• Calibration procedures
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems

General Awareness

• Current affairs (national and international)
• Indian history, geography and polity
• Indian economy basics
• Science and technology developments
• Sports and awards
• Nuclear energy sector in India

Numerical Ability & Reasoning

• Arithmetic: Percentage, ratio and proportion, average, time and work
• Algebra: Simple equations, linear equations
• Geometry: Basic mensuration, areas and volumes
• Logical reasoning and puzzles
• Data interpretation (tables, charts, graphs)
• Verbal and non-verbal reasoning

Engineering Drawing (For Diploma Holders)

• Orthographic projections
• Isometric and sectional views
• Symbols and conventions
• Dimensioning and tolerancing
• Reading engineering drawings

Stipend & Salary Details (Typical / Indicative)

During Apprenticeship Period (1 Year)

Note: Stipend rates are as per Apprentices Act 1961 and may vary based on trade and qualification

Post-Apprenticeship Regular Employment (If Selected)

Additional Benefits:

• Provident Fund (PF) and Gratuity
• Medical facilities for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Residential accommodation or HRA
• Canteen facilities
• Children education allowance
• Performance linked incentives
• Pension benefits as per NPS

Apprentices who successfully complete the training program may be considered for regular employment in NPCIL based on organizational requirements and performance during apprenticeship. Regular employees follow the standard PSGCC pay structure with promotions to Tradesman-B, Technician, Senior Technician, and Technical Supervisor levels. Career progression includes opportunities in operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and safety departments with periodic promotions based on experience and departmental examinations. NPCIL also provides continuous skill development training and opportunities for higher qualification sponsorship.

Admit cards for the written test/skill test will be released on the official NPCIL careers portal approximately 7-10 days before the examination date. Candidates must login to their application account using registration number and password to download the e-admit card. The admit card will contain candidate's photograph, examination center address, reporting time, and important instructions. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. Candidates must carry the admit card along with valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving License/Passport) to the examination center for verification.

The written test result and shortlist for trade test/document verification will be published on the NPCIL official website within 4-6 weeks after the examination. Candidates can check their result by entering their registration number or roll number on the result portal. Final selection list will be prepared after completion of all stages including trade test, document verification and medical examination. Selected candidates will be intimated individually through email/SMS, and the merit list will also be published on the website. No separate intimation letters will be sent by post.

Written test cutoff marks typically range from 45-60 marks out of 100 for General/EWS category candidates, 40-50 marks for OBC candidates, and 35-45 marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates depending on the difficulty level and number of applicants. Trade test performance is also crucial for final selection. Cutoff marks vary trade-wise based on the number of vacancies and candidates appearing. Category-wise separate merit lists are prepared, and cutoffs are determined after normalization if tests are conducted in multiple shifts. Previous year cutoffs serve as indicative benchmarks but actual cutoffs depend on current year's exam difficulty and competition.

Examination Centers

North: Delhi NCR, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kanpur, Narora, Jaipur, Panchkula

South: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kalpakkam, Kudankulam, Trivandrum

West: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Tarapur, Kakrapar

East: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Ranchi

Central: Bhopal, Indore, Raipur

Northeast: Guwahati

Note: NPCIL reserves the right to add or cancel any examination center depending on the number of candidates. Candidates may be allotted examination center other than their preference based on availability. Preference to nearby center will be given but not guaranteed.