Looking for the latest government jobs in 2026? NHPC Limited has released a golden opportunity for candidates seeking central government apprentice jobs. The NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification invites online applications for 182 vacancies across multiple locations in India. Interested candidates can apply online before the last date and start their career with a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Power.
NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 182 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice Posts
Company Name
NHPC Limited (A Navratna Enterprise, Ministry of Power, Government of India)
Post Name
Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, ITI Apprentice (Multiple Trades)
Number of Posts
Total Vacancies: 182 Posts
Vacancy Details
Location & Trade-wise Distribution
Vacancies are distributed across 9 project locations including Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh.
Major locations include Dhauliganga Power Station (16), Teesta VI HEP (17), Uri Power Station (31), Sewa II Power Station (13), Kishanganga Power Station (15), Chamera-II Power Station (24), Parbati-II HEP (28), Subansiri Lower HEP (32), and Regional Office Jammu (6).
Posts are available in Graduate, Diploma, and ITI trades such as Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, HR, Finance, Nursing, Electrician, Fitter, Welder, and more.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have the following qualifications based on the post:
• Graduate Apprentice: B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering or relevant degree (HR, Finance, Journalism, Nursing, etc.)
• Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in relevant discipline
• ITI Apprentice: ITI in respective trade
• Minimum Qualification: 10th Pass with ITI / Diploma / Graduation
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per category:
• Graduate Apprentice: ₹15,000/month
• Diploma Apprentice: ₹13,500/month
• ITI Apprentice: ₹12,000/month
Additional DBT benefits of ₹4,000–₹4,500 per month may be provided under the NATS scheme.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and reserved categories as per Government rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be purely merit-based with no written exam or interview.
Merit Calculation
• Graduate Apprentice: 10th (20%) + 12th/Diploma (20%) + Graduation (60%)
• Diploma Apprentice: 10th (30%) + Diploma (70%)
• ITI Apprentice: 10th (30%) + ITI (70%)
Preference will be given to local candidates, project-affected families, and candidates from the respective state.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for any category. Candidates can apply online free of cost.
Important Dates
Starting Date to Apply Online: 15 April 2026 (11:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online: 06 May 2026 (5:00 PM)
Interview/Medical Test Date: To be announced
How to Apply
1. Register on the NAPS/NATS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in or nats.education.gov.in).
2. Complete your profile and note your registration/enrolment number.
3. Visit the NHPC official website and go to the Careers section.
4. Click on “Apprentice Recruitment 2026” and fill out the application form.
5. Upload required documents like mark sheets, certificates, photo, and signature.
6. Submit the application before the last date and take a printout for future use.
Note: Apply for only one trade/location. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
