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📢 NHPC Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025 |
Apply Online for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentice Posts | Last Date: 11 August 2025
Are you a fresher engineer, diploma holder, or ITI-trained technician looking to gain hands-on experience in one of India’s top public sector enterprises?
NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower company and a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Power, has released a golden opportunity! The company is inviting applications for 361 Apprentice positions across its various power stations and regional offices throughout India.
🚀 About NHPC
Established in 1975, NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation) is the backbone of India's hydroelectric energy sector. With over 8,000 MW of commissioned capacity and expanding into solar and wind power, NHPC offers a unique blend of engineering excellence and green energy innovation.
📋 Overview of the Apprenticeship Drive
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Organization: NHPC Limited
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Notification No.: NH/Rectt./03/2025
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Total Vacancies: 361
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Duration: 1 Year (may extend up to 2 years)
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Type: Apprenticeship under the Apprentice Act, 1961
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Application Mode: Online Only
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Application Deadline: 11 August 2025 (5 PM)
🧑🏭 Who Can Apply?
✔️ Eligibility Criteria:
| Apprentice Type | Required Qualification | Stipend (₹/Month) |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | BE/B.Tech/Equivalent in relevant discipline | 15,000 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering / Nursing / Hospitality, etc. | 13,500 |
| ITI Apprentice | ITI in relevant trade | 12,000 |
💰 Additional DBT Support:
₹4,500 (Graduate) / ₹4,000 (Diploma) directly credited by Govt. of India under NATS/NAPS scheme.
📍 NHPC Apprentice Locations & Seats (Selected Highlights)
🔹 Corporate Office, Faridabad (Haryana) – 107 Seats
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Graduate (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, CSE)
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HR, Finance, CSR, PR, Law
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ITI: Computer Operator, Draughtsman, Steno, Health Inspector
🔹 Tanakpur Power Station (Uttarakhand) – 24 Seats
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Apprentices in Civil, Electrical, HR, Finance, Nursing, Pharmacy, Stenography, and IT
🔹 Chamera-I PS (Himachal Pradesh) – 22 Seats
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Graduate/Diploma/ITI across Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, etc.
🔹 Teesta-V (Sikkim) – 25 Seats
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CSE, HR, PR, Hospitality, Nursing, Physiotherapy, ITI (Plumber, Fitter, Electrician)
🗺️ Total 19 Locations in 10+ States/UTs like Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Ladakh, Manipur, West Bengal, and Arunachal Pradesh.
🛠️ Selection Process – No Interview!
Selection will be based purely on merit using the following weightage:
✅ Merit Criteria
| Category | 10th Class | 12th/Diploma | Graduation/Diploma/ITI |
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| Graduate | 20% | 20% | 60% |
| Diploma | 30% | — | 70% |
| ITI | 30% | — | 70% |
🎯 Preference Order:
Project Affected Families
Local District Candidates
State Residents
Other State Candidates
🧾 Documents Required (at time of application)
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Proof of registration on NATS/NAPS portal
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Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets
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Matriculation certificate (age proof)
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Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL if applicable)
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Recent photograph and signature
🌐 How to Apply?
Step 1 – Register:
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For ITI: https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
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For Diploma/Graduate: https://nats.education.gov.in
Step 2 – Apply on NHPC Website:
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Navigate to Career → Engagement of Apprentice → Apply Now
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Upload all required documents and submit
🏡 Perks & Facilities
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Shared bachelor accommodation may be provided
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If accommodation not available: ₹2,500 per month extra
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Entitled to Casual, Medical & Extraordinary leave
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Exposure to real-time hydro & renewable power plant operations
⚠️ Important Notes
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Do not apply to multiple locations/trades – only one application is accepted
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Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible
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Prior apprentice experience (1 year or more) disqualifies eligibility
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Apprentices will not be considered for permanent employment post training
📅 Important Dates Recap
| Event | Date |
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| Start of Application | 11 July 2025 (10 AM) |
| End of Application | 11 August 2025 (5 PM) |
| Result Notification | On NHPC Website |
📬 Help & Contact
For queries, email: recttcell2023@nhpc.nic.in
