NPCIL KKNPP Stipendiary Trainee Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), specifically the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026. This recruitment aims to fill 255 vacancies for Category-II Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN) positions across various technical trades. Selected candidates will undergo a two-year training period before being absorbed into permanent roles.

Important Dates

Interested candidates should note the following timeline for the NPCIL KKNPP application process:

• Online Application Starts: June 8, 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: June 29, 2026 (04:00 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: June 29, 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced soon

Vacancy Details: Trade-wise Distribution

The recruitment includes 208 current vacancies and 47 backlog vacancies. Below is the trade-wise breakup:

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Plant Operator: HSC (10+2) or ISC with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) with at least 50% aggregate marks. English must be a subject at the SSC level.
• Other Trades: SSC (10th) with 50% marks in Science and Maths individually, plus a 2-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade. For trades shorter than 2 years, 1 year of post-qualification experience is mandatory.

Age Limit (as of 29-06-2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwBD (10-15 years).

Stipend and Post-Training Salary

During the 2-year training period, trainees will receive the following monthly stipend:

• 1st Year: ₹20,000/- per month
• 2nd Year: ₹22,000/- per month
• One-time Book Allowance: ₹3,000/-

Upon successful completion of training, candidates will be absorbed as Technician/B in Pay Level 3, with estimated monthly emoluments of approximately ₹34,720/-.

Selection Process

The selection will be strictly merit-based through a three-stage process:

1. Stage 1 - Preliminary Test: A 60-minute screening test consisting of 50 MCQs (Maths, Science, and General Awareness).
2. Stage 2 - Advanced Test: A 120-minute test specific to the trade/discipline. Merit lists are prepared based only on these scores.
3. Stage 3 - Document Verification: Scrutiny of original certificates for shortlisted candidates.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹100/-
• SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female/NPCIL Employees: Exempted (No Fee)

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NPCIL careers portal at npcilcareers.co.in.
2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in the educational and personal details accurately.
4. Upload required photographs and signatures (if prompted).
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.