NTPC Limited Engineer Exam 2026 Mock Test Series

• Candidates must carry the original photo identity proof and printed admit card to the examination center.
• Electronic devices including calculators, mobile phones, and smartwatches are strictly prohibited inside the hall.
• Reporting time specified on the admit card must be followed strictly to complete biometric registration.
• Rough sheets provided at the workstation must be returned to the invigilator before leaving the room.

NTPC Limited recruits Graduate Engineer Trainees (GET) via the GATE score-based selection process. Candidates must possess a valid GATE score in the relevant engineering discipline. The recruitment notification for 2026 will be released on the official NTPC career portal at ntpccareer.net. Selection involves a rigorous shortlisting process based on GATE marks followed by a Personal Interview. All candidates must monitor the official website for the exact date of the advertisement release and subsequent online application windows.

To download the official NTPC recruitment notification, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: www.ntpccareer.net.
2. Navigate to the Jobs at NTPC section.
3. Click on the current advertisement titled Recruitment of Graduate Engineer Trainees-2026.
4. Click the Download Notification (PDF) link to save the document.
5. Verify the document authenticity via the official NTPC seal and notification number.

NTPC vacancy distribution is announced post-wise and category-wise in the official notification. Total vacancies depend on organizational requirements across Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, and C&I engineering departments.

• UR: As per notification
• EWS: As per notification
• OBC (NCL): As per notification
• SC: As per notification
• ST: As per notification

The application fee for NTPC recruitment is as follows:

• General/EWS/OBC: Rs. 300
• SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Female: Nil

Payment must be made through the online payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

The upper age limit for the post of Graduate Engineer Trainee is 27 years as of the last date of the online application.

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (NCL): 3 years
• PwBD (General): 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines

Candidates must hold a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in relevant disciplines (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, or Instrumentation) with at least 65% marks from a recognized University or Institute. Final year students are eligible to apply provided they meet the percentage criteria.

1. Qualifying in the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) of the corresponding year.
2. Shortlisting based on GATE scores.
3. Personal Interview (PI) conducted by NTPC.
4. Final Merit List preparation based on GATE score and Interview performance.
5. Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Selected candidates are placed in the E1 pay scale of Rs. 40,000 to 1,40,000. During the one-year training period, candidates receive a basic pay of Rs. 40,000 plus applicable Dearness Allowance (DA) and HRA.

Admit cards for the Personal Interview are issued via the official NTPC career portal. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the call letter and a valid original photo ID (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, or Passport) to the interview venue.

The final merit list is prepared by combining the GATE score (85% weightage) and the Personal Interview performance (15% weightage). Candidates must qualify in the interview independently to be considered for the final selection.

Focus on mastering core engineering subjects as per the GATE syllabus. Practice previous years GATE papers to improve accuracy and time management. For the interview stage, prepare for technical questions related to power plant operations and NTPC's ongoing projects. Stay updated on current affairs related to the Indian Energy Sector.

The following data represents the official cut-off marks for NTPC Limited Executive Trainee (ET) recruitment through GATE, as NTPC does not conduct a separate standalone "NTPC Engineer" exam, but rather recruits via GATE scores. This data is verified against official NTPC Limited recruitment notifications and GATE-based shortlisting criteria.

NTPC Executive Trainee (ET) - Recruitment through GATE 2024 (Latest Cycle)

Source: Official NTPC Limited Recruitment Notification No. 01/24 (Executive Trainee-2024 through GATE-2024).

NTPC Executive Trainee (ET) - Recruitment through GATE 2023

Source: Official NTPC Limited Recruitment Notification No. 05/23 (Executive Trainee-2023 through GATE-2023).

NTPC Executive Trainee (ET) - Recruitment through GATE 2022

Source: Official NTPC Limited Recruitment Notification No. 06/22 (Executive Trainee-2022 through GATE-2022).