NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 182 Vacancies: Apply Online

NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 overview

NHPC has invited online applications for apprenticeship training of one year duration under Advertisement No. NH/Rectt./01/2026. The notice covers Graduate, Diploma and ITI apprenticeship trades across 9 NHPC locations.

This is an apprenticeship engagement, not a regular NHPC employee recruitment. The notification also makes it clear that apprenticeship training does not create any claim for regular employment in NHPC.

Vacancy breakup by NHPC location

The 182 apprenticeship slots are spread across 9 NHPC locations. This matters because the preference rule in selection is partly linked to the district and State or UT of the project location.

The location-wise slots are provisional and may increase or decrease depending on requirement and reservation compliance under the Apprentice Act, 1961.

Who can apply and minimum eligibility

Candidates who hold the required qualification for the relevant apprentice trade and are medically fit under the Apprentice Act can apply. The minimum qualification is not the same for every slot because NHPC has separate trade-wise eligibility.

• Graduate apprentice trades require the relevant degree such as B.E., B.Tech., B.Sc. Engineering, B.Com, BBA, B.Sc. Nursing, BPT, MBA, PGDM or equivalent, depending on the trade.
• Diploma apprentice trades require the relevant diploma such as Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, E&C, Nursing, Pharmacy or X-Ray Technology.
• ITI apprentice trades require ITI in the concerned trade such as Electrician, Plumber, Fitter, Machinist, Welder, Carpenter or COPA.

Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training for one year or more are also not eligible. Applicants must be Indian citizens and should possess qualifications from recognized institutes or universities.

Trade-wise qualification and stipend

NHPC has listed 26 apprentice trades with corresponding qualifications and stipend levels. The stipend differs by category.

The notification also states that under the NATS scheme, a Direct Benefit Transfer amount of Rs. 4,000 for Diploma apprentices and Rs. 4,500 for Graduate apprentices will be provided by the Government of India, and the stipend shown in the notice is inclusive of DBT wherever applicable.

Age limit, medical fitness and training conditions

The apprentice should not be less than 18 years of age and the maximum age should not be more than 30 years. Relaxation for reserved categories will be given as per government guidelines.

Medical fitness is mandatory. Selected candidates must produce a medical fitness certificate as required under the Apprentice Act and related rules. The standard of physical fitness will follow Schedule II of the Apprentices Rules, 1992 and later amendments, if any.

Apprentices will follow normal office timings and applicable holidays. The leave structure in the notice includes casual leave, medical leave and extra ordinary leave within the permitted limits.

Selection process and merit formula

NHPC has clearly stated that there will be no interview. Eligible candidates will be selected purely on merit based on the weighting formula in the notice.

This means your marks in the relevant qualification matter directly. Candidates should make sure the percentage is clearly mentioned in the final mark sheet or certificate. If it is not, NHPC requires an official percentage conversion letter from the institute or university.

Preference rule in selection

NHPC has not said that all candidates across India will compete on a single common list without location preference. Instead, the notice sets out a priority order.

1. First preference will be given to candidates belonging to Project Affected Families of the respective project, power station or unit.
2. If sufficient candidates from Project Affected Families are not available, preference will go to candidates belonging to the concerned district or districts of the State or UT where the project or unit is located.
3. If vacancies still remain, preference will be given to candidates from the same State or UT where the project or unit is located.
4. If vacancies still persist, remaining positions will be filled on merit from candidates belonging to other States or UTs.

This is important for candidates applying from outside the project district or outside the project State or UT. Eligibility may still exist, but preference in selection will be lower.

How to apply online for NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The application process has two mandatory stages. Registration on the apprenticeship portal alone is not enough, and applying only on the NHPC site without apprenticeship registration is also not enough.

1. For ITI trades, register on the NAPS portal.
2. For Graduate, Degree and Diploma trades, register on the NATS portal.
3. Complete or update your profile and upload the required documents on the apprenticeship portal.
4. After getting the NAPS or NATS registration or enrolment number, visit the NHPC website and go to the Career section.
5. Open the Engagement of Apprentice link and apply online for the relevant region, state and trade.
6. Submit only one application for one region, state and trade of your choice.

NHPC has stated that applications through any mode other than the official online process will not be accepted. Candidates submitting multiple applications or applying for more than one region, state or trade will be rejected.

Documents required for the online application

Before starting the form, keep the required documents scanned and ready. NHPC has specifically listed the following:

• Copy of the completed apprenticeship registration or enrolment form from NATS or NAPS
• Scanned copies of educational certificates and mark sheets
• Proof of age, usually the matriculation certificate
• SC, ST or latest OBC NCL certificate in Government of India format, if applicable
• Recent colour passport-size photograph
• Signature

If the final mark sheet does not clearly mention percentage, upload the institute or university percentage conversion letter. If the specialization is not clearly shown in the degree, diploma or ITI certificate, upload a supporting letter or certificate from the institute or university.

Important rules candidates should not ignore

The official notice contains several conditions that can affect candidature even after form submission.

• Incomplete applications or applications without proper documents will be rejected.
• False information or ineligible claims can lead to disqualification at any stage.
• Vacancies may increase or decrease depending on requirement.
• Apprentices will have no claim for extension of training or employment in NHPC.
• Management reserves the right to amend terms and conditions.
• Selected trainees will be published on the NHPC website.
• The apprenticeship contract will be generated on the NATS or apprenticeshipindia portal, whichever is applicable.
• Selected candidates must accept the offer by email and sign the contract online to complete the process.

For candidates who want a simple way to avoid rejection, the safest approach is to apply for only one location and trade, match the exact qualification carefully, and ensure all supporting documents are legible and consistent.

Official Links

• NAPS Portal for ITI Trades
• NATS Portal for Graduate and Diploma Trades