The National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has officially launched its recruitment campaign for managerial positions, welcoming dynamic and qualified professionals. Released under Advertisement No. 10260105 on January 8, 2026, the NALCO Manager Recruitment 2026 offers 48 vacancies distributed across various technical disciplines. Eligible candidates can review the official NALCO Manager Notification 2026 – Download Here (PDF format description: NALCO Manager Notification 2026 Advertisement No. 10260105) and apply online through the official portal at www.nalcoindia.com.
Overview of NALCO Manager Recruitment 2026
The online registration window opened on January 13, 2026, and will close on February 2, 2026. Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary framework along with substantial career growth opportunities in one of India's premier Navratna CPSEs.
| Conducting Body | National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) |
| Post Name | Manager (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, and E&I) |
| Vacancy | 48 |
| Registration Dates | 13th January to 2nd February 2026 |
| Educational Qualifications | Degree in the relevant disciplines |
| Upper Age Limit | 38 years |
| Salary | Rs. 80000 to Rs. 220000 |
| Selection Process | Written Test and Interview |
| Official website | www.nalcoindia.com |
Important Dates
Applicants must take note of the schedule to avoid missing deadlines:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification | 8th January 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 13th January 2026 |
| Apply Online and Application Fee Last Date | 2nd February 2026 (Online payment by 4 PM, Final submission by 5 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Vacancy Breakdown
The 48 manager roles are allocated across various engineering and technical disciplines:
| Post | UR | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Manager (E03) | 2 | – | – | – | – | 2 |
| Mechanical Manager (E03) | 7 | 3 | 1 | – | 1 | 12 |
| Electrical Manager (E03) | 5 | 2 | 1 | – | – | 8 |
| Chemical Manager (E03) | 10 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| Electronics & Instrumentation (E&I) Manager (E03) | 5 | 1 | – | – | – | 6 |
| Total | 29 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 48 |
Educational Qualifications & Experience
Candidates must possess the requisite degree and domain experience for their chosen discipline:
| Post | Qualification | Experience Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Manager (E03) | Degree in Civil/Architecture Engineering | Greenfield/Brownfield projects, construction management; Quality assurance, estimation, cost & budget control; Earthwork, soil investigation, piling, RCC, structural/plant & building work; Railways/road, cooling towers, piping network |
| Mechanical Manager (E03) | Degree in Mechanical Engineering | Maintenance of pumps, ball mill, crusher, conveyor, power plant; Alumina refinery mechanical maintenance; Erection & commissioning of Alumina Refinery projects |
| Electrical Manager (E03) | Degree in Electrical/Power/Electrical & Electronics Engineering | PLC/VFD, power distribution, transformers & motors, power plant; Alumina refinery electrical maintenance, erection & commissioning |
| Chemical Manager (E03) | Degree in Chemical Engineering or M.Tech in Applied Chemistry | Bayer process of Alumina plant, calciner; Zinc/Copper plant process experience; Alumina refinery project erection & commissioning |
| Electronics & Instrumentation (E&I) Manager (E03) | Degree in Electrical & Electronics / Electrical & Instrumentation / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Applied Electronics / Instrumentation & Control Systems | Field instrumentation, DCS/PLC systems; Alumina refinery E&I maintenance; Erection & commissioning of Alumina Refinery projects |
Application Fee Structure
The application fee varies according to category:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 500 |
| Internal Candidates | No fee |
Salary and Compensation Package
Successful candidates will enjoy an attractive salary package ranging from Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 2,20,000 per month under the IDA pattern, with an estimated Cost to Company (CTC) of Rs. 22.82 Lakhs per annum.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale (IDA Pattern) | Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 2,20,000 |
| Revised (IDA) | Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Pre-revised (IDA) | Rs. 29,100 to Rs. 54,500 |
| Pay Scale (CDA Pattern – Central/State Govt) | Revised (Level 11): ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 Pre-revised: Rs. 15,600 to Rs. 39,100 (PB-3) + GP Rs. 6,600 |
| Comparable CTC (Private/Other Sectors) | Rs. 22.82 Lakhs |
Selection Procedure
The recruitment process features two main stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Carries an 85% weightage in final scoring.
- Personal Interview (PI): Carries a 15% weightage. Shortlisting follows a 1:10 ratio based on CBT performance.
Minimum qualifying marks are set at 50% for UR candidates, 40% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/UR-PwBD, and 30% for SC/ST/OBC (PwBD).
Documents to Upload for NALCO Manager Application
Ensure you have the following checklist ready prior to registration:
- Recent passport-size color photograph
- Signature
- Qualification certificates
- Experience proofs
- Recent salary slip
- Employer-related documents or annual IT return copy
Steps to Apply for NALCO Manager Recruitment 2026
Follow these structured steps to successfully submit your online application:
- Applications must be submitted online through the Career section of the NALCO website, www.nalcoindia.com.
- Read the instructions and provide accurate information; applications submitted through any other mode will be rejected.
- Upload a recent passport-size color photograph.
- Upload signature.
- Upload qualification certificates.
- Upload experience proofs.
- Upload recent salary slip.
- Upload employer-related documents or annual IT return copy.
- Ensure all uploaded documents are self-attested, clear, and legible.
- Make a payment to complete the form by using the available options.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and documents for future reference.
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