OPGC Additional General Manager Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

OPGC (Odisha Power Generation Corporation Limited) invites applications for Additional General Manager positions across various functional departments. OPGC is a state government undertaking under the Government of Odisha responsible for power generation. This recruitment aims to fill managerial positions in technical and non-technical departments. The selected candidates will be responsible for overseeing operational activities, project management, and departmental coordination. This is an All India recruitment though OPGC primarily operates in Odisha. The position offers competitive salary as per PSU norms and career growth opportunities in the power sector.

Typical / Indicative dates based on standard recruitment cycles:

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution:

Educational Qualification

• For Technical Posts: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Civil) from a recognized university/institution
• For Non-Technical Posts: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university
• Additional: Relevant postgraduate degree/MBA preferred for managerial positions
• ITI Certification: Valid ITI certificate in relevant trade may be required for specific technical positions
• Experience: Minimum 10-15 years of experience in power sector/PSU for Additional General Manager level

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Candidates from Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibetan refugees are also eligible as per Government of India norms

1. Visit the official OPGC website at www.opgc.co.in or the designated recruitment portal
2. Click on 'Careers' or 'Recruitment' section and locate the Additional General Manager notification
3. Read the detailed notification carefully and check eligibility criteria
4. Click on 'Apply Online' link to start the registration process
5. Register using valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials
6. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience accurately
7. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and relevant documents (JPG/PDF format)
8. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking)
9. Review the filled application form thoroughly before final submission
10. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference

Application Fees

Typical / Indicative fee structure:

Fee payment through online mode only. No refund of application fee under any circumstances.

1. Shortlisting: Initial screening of applications based on eligibility criteria and experience qualifications
2. Written Examination: Computer-based test covering technical knowledge, managerial aptitude, general awareness, and reasoning ability
3. Personal Interview: Face-to-face interview conducted by expert panel assessing technical competence, managerial skills, and domain knowledge
4. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, experience certificates, caste certificates, and identity proof
5. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical fitness test conducted by authorized medical board to ensure candidate meets health standards
6. Final Merit List: Preparation of final selection list based on combined performance in written test and interview

Written Examination Pattern

Typical / Indicative exam structure:

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Interview Pattern

Final selection based on combined score of Written Exam + Interview

Technical Knowledge (Based on Discipline)

For Electrical Engineering:

• Power systems analysis and stability
• Electrical machines and transformers
• Power electronics and drives
• Protection and switchgear
• Power generation technologies
• Grid management and distribution
• Renewable energy systems

For Mechanical Engineering:

• Thermodynamics and heat transfer
• Fluid mechanics and turbomachinery
• Power plant engineering
• Boiler technology and operation
• Refrigeration and air conditioning
• Manufacturing processes
• Material science

Managerial Aptitude

• Organizational behavior
• Human resource management
• Financial management and budgeting
• Project management techniques
• Leadership and team building
• Strategic planning and decision making
• Communication skills
• Conflict resolution

General Awareness

• Current affairs (National and International)
• Indian economy and power sector developments
• Government schemes and policies
• Odisha state affairs
• Environmental and energy issues
• Science and technology updates
• Sports and awards

Reasoning & Analytical Ability

• Logical reasoning
• Data interpretation
• Problem solving
• Numerical ability
• Analytical thinking
• Quantitative aptitude
• Decision making scenarios

Typical / Indicative salary structure for Additional General Manager in OPGC:

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, LTC, pension/NPS, performance-linked incentives, company accommodation/lease, vehicle advance, and other PSU perquisites as per OPGC rules.

Additional General Manager positions in OPGC offer excellent career progression opportunities within the organizational hierarchy. Promotion prospects include advancement to General Manager, Deputy General Manager (Corporate), and eventually to Chief General Manager and Executive Director levels based on performance, experience, and organizational requirements. The power sector PSU environment provides exposure to large-scale projects, strategic planning, and leadership roles with competitive remuneration at each level.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date on the official OPGC recruitment portal. Candidates must download their admit cards by logging in with their registration number and password. The admit card contains important details including exam venue, reporting time, candidate photograph, and examination instructions. No physical admit cards will be dispatched by post.

Results for the written examination will be declared within 4-6 weeks after the exam on the official OPGC website. Shortlisted candidates for interview will be notified separately via email and SMS. Final selection results will be published after completion of interviews and document verification, typically within 2-3 months of the interview process.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks: Qualifying cutoff for written examination generally ranges between 45-50% for General category, 40-45% for OBC, and 35-40% for SC/ST categories. Actual cutoffs vary based on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and candidate performance. Final selection cutoff (Written + Interview) typically ranges from 55-65% for General category with category-wise relaxation of 5-10% for reserved categories.

North: Delhi, Lucknow, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Patna, Ranchi

East: Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Rourkela, Sambalpur, Cuttack, Guwahati

West: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Nagpur, Bhopal

South: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Kochi

Northeast: Guwahati, Shillong, Agartala

Primary exam centres will be in Odisha (Bhubaneswar, Rourkela, Sambalpur). Other centres subject to sufficient number of candidates.