NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Navratna enterprise under the Government of India, invites online applications from GATE 2025 qualified engineers for 143 Graduate Executive Trainee positions across four engineering disciplines. Registration opens on 13 November 2026 and closes on 14 December 2026.
Overview
This is a prestigious recruitment by one of India's leading power and energy companies. The Graduate Executive Trainee programme combines practical training with structured learning, preparing engineers for senior operational roles. Trainees are deployed across thermal power stations, mining operations, renewable energy projects and corporate functions in multiple states. The one-year training period is followed by permanent employment with performance-linked advancement.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Age and Qualification Cut-Off Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online Registration Last Date | 14 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 14 December 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Final Application Submission Deadline | 16 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Interview Date | To Be Announced |
| Document Verification Date | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee (GST included) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / General / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹500 | ₹354 | ₹854 |
| SC / ST | Exempted | ₹354 | ₹354 |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | ₹354 | ₹354 |
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | GATE Paper Code | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | ME | 66 |
| Electrical Engineering | EE | 44 |
| Civil Engineering | CE | 23 |
| Mining Engineering | MN | 10 |
| Total | 143 |
Vacancies are allocated across four recruitment areas: Thermal Power Stations and Renewable Energy (80 posts), Mines and Allied Services (37 posts), Renewable Energy and Projects (18 posts), and Services and Support Functions (8 posts).
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a full-time or part-time Bachelor's Degree in the respective engineering discipline:
- Mechanical: Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Electrical: Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or Power Engineering
- Civil: Civil Engineering or Civil and Structural Engineering
- Mining: Mining Engineering
GATE 2025 Qualification
Candidates must have qualified GATE 2025 in the corresponding paper code (ME, EE, CE or MN). Minimum marks requirement: 60% aggregate for UR, General, EWS and OBC-NCL categories; 50% aggregate for SC and ST candidates.
Age Limit
Upper age limit as on 1 November 2026: 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC-NCL), 35 years (SC/ST). Age relaxations are available for reserved categories, PwBD candidates and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the NLCIL Recruitment Portal
- Register with your email and create a login account
- Fill in your personal, educational and professional details accurately
- Upload scanned documents: photograph (50 KB JPEG), signature (50 KB JPEG), GATE scorecard, engineering degree certificate, and category certificates where applicable
- Review the application thoroughly and pay the fee online (if applicable) by 14 December 2026, 11:45 PM
- Submit your final application by 16 December 2026, 5:00 PM
- Save your registration number and password for future reference
Salary
During Training (1 Year, Grade E-2)
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹50,000 per month |
| Common Allowance | 35% of Basic Pay |
| Dearness Allowance | As Applicable |
| Annual CTC (Approximate) | ₹14.50 Lakh |
| Service Bond | ₹3,00,000 for 3 years post-training |
After Training (Grade E-3)
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹60,000 per month |
| Pay Scale | ₹60,000 - ₹1,80,000 |
| Performance Related Pay | As per Company Rules |
| Superannuation Benefit | 30% of Basic Pay + DA |
Important Links
- Apply Online – NLCIL Recruitment Portal
- Detailed Notification – Advertisement No. 10/2026
- GATE 2025 Official Website
- Official NLCIL Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What documents are required for application?
A: Proof of date of birth (10th certificate), Aadhaar card, Class 10 and 12 marksheets, engineering degree certificate with all semester marksheets, GATE 2025 scorecard, and category/disability/ex-servicemen certificates where applicable. Document formats and size limits are specified on the application portal.
Q: Is there an age relaxation for reserved categories?
A: Yes. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC-NCL get 3 years relaxation, and PwBD candidates get 10–15 years depending on their category. Ex-Servicemen relaxation follows Government of India guidelines.
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Selection is based on GATE 2025 score (80% weightage, maximum 80 marks) and Personal Interview (20% weightage, maximum 20 marks). Total 100 marks decides final merit.
Q: Where will selected trainees be posted?
A: Postings are across four areas: Thermal Power Stations in Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh (Area-1); Mines in Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Odisha (Area-2); Renewable Energy Projects across various states (Area-3); and Services/Support Functions across various states (Area-4).
Q: What happens after the one-year training period?
A: After successful training and completion of the service bond (3-year minimum service commitment), trainees are confirmed in Grade E-3 with enhanced salary and benefits. Career progression follows NLCIL's normal promotion policies.
Applicants must verify all details on the official NLCIL website and the detailed notification before submitting their application.