The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has released the official recruitment notification for 255 Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN) positions at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. The online application portal will be active from 8th June to 29th June 2026 at www.npcilcareers.co.in. Discover complete vacancy details, eligibility criteria, salary structure, and the step-by-step application process in this guide.
NPCIL Notification 2026 PDF Out
NPCIL officially published the recruitment notification (Advertisement No. NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026) on 16th May 2026 via their official careers website, www.npcilcareers.co.in. Candidates are encouraged to review the comprehensive official notification provided below for detailed role-specific requirements.
NPCIL Recruitment 2026- Highlights
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is a premier Public Sector Enterprise operating under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India. NPCIL is currently inviting applications from qualified Indian citizens for Stipendiary Trainee/Technician roles across 8 distinct trades at the KKNPP facility in Tamil Nadu.
| NPCIL Stipendiary Trainee Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| Conducting Body | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) |
| Advertisement No. | NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/01/2026 |
| Post Name | Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN) |
| Total Vacancies | 255 Posts |
| Number of Trades | 8 Trades |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 8th to 27th June 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (Exempted for Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / DODPKIA / NPCIL Employees) |
| Selection Process | Online Exam (Prelims + Advanced Test) → Document Verification |
| Job Location | Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | https://www.npcilcareers.co.in/ |
NPCIL Stipendiary Trainee Vacancy 2026
The current recruitment drive aims to fill 255 vacancies for Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN) posts. These openings are exclusively located at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), situated in the Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu.
| Discipline/Trade | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Plant Operator | 136 | 48 | 33 | 3 | 41 | 11 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 15 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Instrumentation Mechanic | 15 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Electrician | 47 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 14 | 4 |
| Fitter | 30 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 2 |
| Turner | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Machinist | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Welder | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 255 | 91 | 62 | 5 | 77 | 20 |
NPCIL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the NPCIL Stipendiary Trainee recruitment, candidates must strictly adhere to the defined eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limitations as specified in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
| Discipline | Educational Qualification |
| Plant Operator |
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| Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder |
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Age Limit (As on 29/06/2026)
- Minimum Age – 18 years
- Maximum Age – 24 years
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