The latest National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for Assistant Executive (Operation) posts under Advt. No. 05/26. This recruitment drive offers 250 vacancies on a fixed-term basis for eligible candidates. Applicants up to 35 years of age with a B.E./B.Tech degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering along with relevant work experience can apply online from 23 April 2026 to 07 May 2026. Check complete details of NTPC Assistant Executive Vacancy 2026, including eligibility criteria, online application process, and notification PDF here.

NTPC Limited has also published the official recruitment advertisement for Assistant Executive (Operation), containing detailed information on eligibility, vacancy distribution, experience requirements, application procedure, general terms and conditions, and required documents. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before submitting the online application, as incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected. Any addendum, corrigendum, or further updates related to the recruitment will be made available on the official NTPC website.

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	NTPC Limited (A Government of India Enterprise)
Advertisement No.	05/26
Post Name	Assistant Executive (Operation) – Fixed Term Basis
Total Vacancies	250 Posts
Educational Qualification	B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with minimum 40% marks from a recognized University/Institution
Experience	Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in Operation/Maintenance of a power plant with capacity of 40 MW or above
Tenure of Engagement	Fixed Term for 03 Years (Extendable by 02 Years based on performance and requirement)
Upper Age Limit	35 Years
Application Mode	Online
Online Application Start Date	23 April 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	07 May 2026
Official Website	https://careers.ntpc.co.in / https://www.ntpc.co.in

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Candidates belonging to General, EWS, and OBC categories are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹500/-. Candidates from SC, ST, PwBD categories, and female candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee. The fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances, so candidates should verify their eligibility carefully before making payment.

Application fee can be paid through online mode using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card through the application portal. Offline payment is also available through State Bank of India by depositing the fee in the designated account using the pay-in-slip generated from the portal.

Category	Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC	₹500/- (Non-Refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates	NIL (Exempted)

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Nationality	Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply
Educational Qualification	B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with minimum 40% marks from a recognized University/Institution (For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, only pass marks are required)
Experience	Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in Operation/Maintenance of a power plant with capacity of 40 MW or above
Upper Age Limit	35 Years (As on the last date of online application)
Age Relaxation	10 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD, and additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen as per Government guidelines

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Assistant Executive (Operation)	250

Category	Vacancies
UR	109
EWS	25
OBC	39
SC	42
ST	35

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply

• Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official NTPC Careers website. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted. Candidates should have a valid email ID and must upload all required documents while submitting the online application, as incomplete applications may be rejected. After successful submission, candidates should download and keep a copy of the application slip with the unique application number for future reference. No documents are required to be sent by post. Candidates must read the complete advertisement carefully and agree to all conditions before applying. Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
• Steps to Apply Online:
• Visit the official NTPC Careers website at https://careers.ntpc.co.in.
• Register and fill out the online application form with correct personal, educational, and experience details.
• Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online (for General/EWS/OBC) or through SBI offline mode, if applicable.
• Download and retain the application slip with the unique application number.
• Do not send any documents by post, as the entire application process is online only.

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Important Web-Links

Apply Online	Click here
Employment News Notification PDF	Click here
Join WhatsApp Channel	Click Here
Official Website	Click here

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026 may involve multiple stages, depending on NTPC management’s decision. To shortlist candidates for further selection, NTPC may conduct screening based on educational qualifications, percentage of marks, relevant work experience, written/computer-based test, personal interview, or a combination of these, subject to meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stages of selection. Candidates must also undergo a medical examination at an NTPC hospital, and the medical decision will be final and binding. No relaxation in prescribed health standards will be permitted. Document verification will be conducted at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

Stage	Details
1. Shortlisting / Screening	Based on qualifications, marks, experience, or other criteria decided by NTPC
2. Written / Computer-Based Test	May be conducted as required
3. Personal Interview	May be conducted for shortlisted candidates
4. Medical Examination	Conducted at NTPC hospital; decision will be final
5. Document Verification	Verification of uploaded documents at the appropriate stage

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	23 April 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	07 May 2026

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Remuneration

Selected candidates appointed as Assistant Executive (Operation) on Fixed Term basis at NTPC will receive a fixed monthly consolidated salary of ₹55,000/-. In addition to the consolidated pay, candidates will be eligible for House Rent Allowance (HRA) or company accommodation, Night Shift Allowance (where applicable), and medical facilities for self, spouse, two children, and dependent parents.

Apart from these benefits, no additional allowances or perks will be admissible to fixed-term employees. The compensation package is designed to provide competitive remuneration during the contractual tenure at NTPC Stations, Projects, Joint Ventures, or Subsidiaries.

Component	Details
Fixed Monthly Consolidated Pay	₹55,000/- Per Month
HRA	Applicable (or Company Accommodation in lieu)
Night Shift Allowance	Applicable (If rostered in night shift)
Medical Facility	For Self, Spouse, Two Children, and Dependent Parents

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Application Form

The online application form for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Fixed Term Recruitment 2026 is available on the official NTPC Careers portal. Candidates need to fill in personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, category information, and upload scanned copies of all required documents while completing the application form.

Applicants must ensure that all information entered is accurate and matches the supporting documents, as any discrepancy detected at any stage may result in disqualification or termination of engagement. Once the category is selected in the application form, it cannot be changed later, and no benefit of a different category will be allowed afterward.

Candidates should carefully review all details before final submission, as no corrections will be permitted once the form is submitted. All required documents must be uploaded during the application process itself, as incomplete applications or those with insufficient documents may be rejected. Eligible candidates are advised to complete the application process, including document upload and fee payment, well before the last date.

NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

Candidates applying for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026 should carefully read and follow all conditions mentioned in the official notification before submitting the application. NTPC reserves the right to cancel, restrict, reduce, or increase the number of vacancies, if required, without prior notice or assigning any reason. Posting of selected candidates will be at the sole discretion of the management at any NTPC Station, Project, Joint Venture, or Subsidiary, and the posts are transferable.

If at any stage it is found that a candidate does not meet the eligibility conditions, has provided false information, or concealed material facts, the candidature may be cancelled, and if detected after appointment, services may be terminated without notice. Any dispute arising from the recruitment process will be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi only. In case of any ambiguity, the English version of the official advertisement will prevail.

Important Instructions:

• Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
• All qualifications must be from recognized and approved Universities/Institutions in India.
• The category selected in the online application form cannot be changed later.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• Application fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
• Incomplete applications or applications with insufficient documents are liable to be rejected.
• All disputes will be subject to Delhi court jurisdiction only.
• NTPC reserves the right to modify the number of vacancies without prior notice.

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NTPC Assistant Executive Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available in NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026?
NTPC has announced 250 vacancies for the post of Assistant Executive (Operation) on a Fixed Term basis, with category-wise distribution for UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST candidates.

Q2. What are the application dates for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) 2026?
The online application process starts on 23 April 2026 and closes on 07 May 2026. Candidates must apply through the official NTPC Careers portal within the given dates.

Q3. What educational qualification is required for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation)?
Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution with the required minimum marks as prescribed in the notification.

Q4. What work experience is required for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) posts?
Applicants must have at least 1 year of post-qualification experience in Operation and/or Maintenance of a power plant with a capacity of 40 MW or above.

Q5. What is the age limit for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 35 years as on the last date of application. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.

Q6. What is the application fee for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) 2026?
General, EWS, and OBC candidates need to pay an application fee of ₹500, while SC, ST, PwBD, and female candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Q7. What salary is offered for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) posts?
Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated salary of ₹55,000 per month along with applicable benefits such as HRA, medical facilities, and other admissible allowances.

Q8. What is the tenure of engagement for NTPC Assistant Executive (Operation) posts?
The appointment is on a Fixed Term basis for 3 years, which may be extended by another 2 years depending on performance and organizational requirements.