NPCIL Kudankulam Recruitment 2026: 255 Stipendiary Trainee/Technician Vacancies
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has opened a large direct-recruitment drive at its Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) in Tamil Nadu — 255 Stipendiary Trainees/Technicians (ST/TN) across multiple trades, with a two-year paid training period leading to a permanent Technician role.
A strong opportunity for 10th/12th pass candidates with a science background or ITI qualification.
Recruitment Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd. (NPCIL) |
| Project | Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), Tamil Nadu |
| Advertisement No. | NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/DH/2026 (01/2026) |
| Post | Stipendiary Trainee/Technician (ST/TN) |
| Total Vacancies | 255 |
| Job Location | Kudankulam, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu |
| Last Date | 4 August 2026, 16:00 hrs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | npcilcareers.co.in |
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 85 |
| OBC (NCL) | 77 |
| SC | 54 |
| EWS | 20 |
| ST | 19 |
| Total | 255 |
Of the total vacancies, 11 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Eligibility Criteria
Plant Operator trade: HSC (10+2) or ISC with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), minimum 60% aggregate.
Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder: SSC (10th) with minimum 60% in Science and Mathematics, plus a two-year ITI certificate in the relevant trade — or one-year ITI plus one year of relevant experience where the ITI course runs shorter than two years.
All trades: English must have been studied as a subject at least up to 10th standard.
Age Limit: 18–24 years, with relaxation of 3 years (OBC-NCL), 5 years (SC/ST), and 10 years (PwBD); relaxations are cumulative where applicable.
Bonus Marks: Project Affected Persons (PAPs) whose land was acquired for KKNPP receive 20% bonus marks at all selection stages.
Stipend and Pay After Training
- Training duration: 2 years
- Stipend Year 1: Rs. 20,000/month | Year 2: Rs. 22,000/month
- One-time Book Allowance: Rs. 8,000 (no other allowance during training)
- On completion, absorbed as Technician, Pay Level-3, basic pay Rs. 21,700 plus applicable allowances
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 15 July 2026, 10:00 hrs |
| Application Closing | 4 August 2026, 16:00 hrs |
How to Apply
- Visit npcilcareers.co.in (or npcil.nic.in)
- Find the notification for Advt No. NPCIL/KKNPP/HRM/DH/2026 (01/2026)
- Register and complete the online form with your qualification, trade preference, and personal details
- Upload required documents and photograph
- Submit before 4 August 2026, 16:00 hrs
Important Instructions
- Applications accepted online only, 15 July – 4 August 2026.
- Refer to the detailed advertisement on npcilcareers.co.in for the full trade-wise vacancy breakup and selection process.
- Any corrigendum will be published only on the official NPCIL websites.
- Keep 10th/12th mark sheets and ITI certificates ready before applying.
Official Website
Official Notification
Candidates should refer to the detailed advertisement on npcilcareers.co.in or npcil.nic.in for complete trade-wise eligibility, selection process, and application procedure before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in NPCIL Kudankulam Recruitment 2026? 255 vacancies for Stipendiary Trainee/Technician posts.
What is the minimum qualification required? 10th or 12th pass with Science subjects, plus an ITI certificate for technician trades.
What is the age limit? 18–24 years, with relaxation for OBC (NCL), SC/ST, and PwBD candidates.
What stipend will trainees receive? Rs. 20,000/month in Year 1 and Rs. 22,000/month in Year 2, plus a one-time Rs. 8,000 book allowance.
What happens after training? Trainees are absorbed as Technicians in Pay Level-3, basic pay Rs. 21,700.
When do applications open and close? 15 July 2026 to 4 August 2026.
Is there any benefit for Project Affected Persons? Yes — 20% bonus marks at every selection stage for PAPs of the Kudankulam project.
Disclaimer
Information in this article is based on the official recruitment notification available at the time of publishing. Candidates are advised to verify all details on the official website before applying.
✅ Verification Status
Verified against the official recruitment notification published in Employment News, 11–17 July 2026. Verified on: 13 July 2026
