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NTPC Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 15 E0 Grade Executive Posts

Advt No: Advt. No. 12/26

Total Vacancies

15 Posts

Eligibility

ANY GRADUATE

Salary Range

30,000 - ₹1,20,000

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

About this Recruitment

NTPC Limited, India's premier Maharatna power conglomerate, has released recruitment notification Advt. No. 12/26 for 15 vacancies of Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) in E0 executive grade. Candidates holding a recognized graduate degree along with a 2-year full-time Post Graduate Degree or PG Diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising & PR with at least 60% marks are eligible. The post offers an IDA pay scale of ₹30,000 - ₹1,20,000 with 35% cafeteria perks, company accommodation, and annual PRP. Online applications are accepted from 21 September 2026 to 05 October 2026 at careers.ntpc.co.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • NTPC Maharatna PSU recruitment announced for 15 Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) executive posts
  • Post-wise category breakdown: Unreserved (UR): 08, OBC: 03, SC: 02, EWS: 01, ST: 01
  • Essential qualification: Graduation + 2-year full-time PG Degree/Diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, PR, or Advertising (minimum 60% marks)
  • Upper age limit is 29 years as of 05 October 2026, with relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST
  • E0 grade executive pay scale of ₹30,000 - ₹1,20,000 with monthly in-hand compensation of ₹53,000 - ₹60,000+
  • Comprehensive benefits including 35% cafeteria perks, leased housing, medical coverage for family, and PRP
  • Application fee is ₹500 for General/EWS/OBC; totally exempted for SC, ST, PwBD, XSM, and all female candidates

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

21 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

21 September 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication - E0 Grade)15 ANY POST GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

29 Years

* Age calculated as on 5 October 2026

Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years
Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST): +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen (XSM): +5 Years
Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir during 1980-1989: +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 5 October 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, ANY POST GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: IDA Pay Scale E0 Grade (₹30,000 - ₹1,20,000) + 35% Cafeteria Perks, PRP & Company Leased Accommodation

Official Pay Scale

₹30,000 - ₹1,20,000

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay30,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)IDA @ 44.8% of Basic Pay (₹13,440)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)Company Townships / Leased Accommodation or HRA 10% - 30% (₹3,000 - ₹9,000)
Other AllowancesCafeteria Perks & Allowances @ 35% of Basic Pay (₹10,500/month), Performance Related Pay (PRP), Medical Cover for Self & Dependents, Group Life Insurance
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS / Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (12% of Basic + DA ~₹5,213), Professional Tax, Voluntary Welfare
Gross Salary₹60,000 - ₹68,000 / month + Annual PRP & Superannuation Benefits

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹53,000 - ₹60,000 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (Objective Type)

120 Minutes
Total Marks: 120
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
Part-I: Subject Knowledge Test (Mass Communication & Corporate PR)707070 min
Part-II: Executive Aptitude Test (Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English Language)505050 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Part-I: Subject Knowledge Test (Mass Communication & PR)

Corporate Communication Principles, Internal & External Stakeholder EngagementPublic Relations Strategy, Press Releases, Media Relations & Press ConferencesCrisis Communication Management and Brand Reputation BuildingDigital & Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, and Digital MarketingAdvertising, Media Planning, Audio-Visual Production, and Corporate PublicationsMedia Laws, Ethics, Copyright, Defamation, and Right to Information (RTI)

Part-II: Executive Aptitude Test

Analytical & Logical Reasoning, Syllogisms, Coding-Decoding, Seating ArrangementsQuantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Percentages, Ratio, Averages, Profit & LossEnglish Language: Reading Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Vocabulary, Spotting Errors
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official NTPC recruitment portal at [careers.ntpc.co.in](https://careers.ntpc.co.in/).

2

Click on 'Current Openings' and locate 'Recruitment of Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) - Advt. No. 12/26'.

3

Read the detailed advertisement and eligibility criteria thoroughly before proceeding to click 'Apply Online'.

4

Enter your active email address and mobile number to generate your application registration ID.

5

Fill in your personal profile, educational qualifications (Graduation and Post Graduation details with percentage of marks), and communication details.

6

Upload scanned copies of your recent passport photograph, signature, and category/disability certificate (if applicable) as per prescribed formats.

7

Pay the application fee of ₹500 online using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI (exempted for SC, ST, PwBD, XSM, and all female candidates).

8

Preview the completed application form to verify all entries and click on 'Final Submit'.

9

Download and print the computer-generated registration slip with unique registration number for future correspondence.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Color Passport Photograph

Under 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, front-facing with light background

Candidate Signature

Under 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, on white paper with black ink

Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate

Proof of date of birth (PDF under 500 KB)

Graduation Degree & Consolidated Marksheet

Proof of bachelor's degree with minimum 60% marks (PDF under 1 MB)

Post Graduate Degree / Diploma in Mass Comm / PR

Proof of 2-year full-time PG Degree/Diploma with minimum 60% marks (PDF under 1 MB)

Caste / Category / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

Central Government prescribed format certificate issued by competent authority (PDF under 500 KB)

Application Fee

General, EWS & OBC Male Candidates₹500
SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen & All Female CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: Online Payment Gateway (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI), State Bank of India (SBI) Pay-in-Slip / Offline Challan

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Examination comprising Part-I Subject Knowledge Test and Part-II Executive Aptitude Test
2
Stage 2: Shortlisting of Qualified Candidates in 1:3 or 1:5 ratio for Personal Interview based on CBT scores
3
Stage 3: Comprehensive Personal Interview evaluating corporate communication acumen, crisis management, digital media strategy, and executive personality
4
Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Examination strictly as per NTPC Medical Norms at designated NTPC Hospitals
5
Stage 5: Final Selection Merit List prepared with 85% Weightage to Written Test / CBT and 15% Weightage to Personal Interview

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the educational qualification for NTPC Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication)?

Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks, plus a full-time 2-year Post Graduate Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising & Public Relations (or equivalent combination) from a recognized University/Institute with a minimum of 60% marks (passing marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).

What is the age limit and cut-off date for NTPC Advt. No. 12/26?

The maximum age limit is 29 years as of the application closing date (05 October 2026). Age relaxation of 3 years is permissible for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

What is the pay scale and salary package for NTPC Assistant Officer E0 grade?

The selected candidates are placed in E0 Executive Grade with an IDA basic pay scale of ₹30,000 - ₹1,20,000. In addition to basic pay, employees receive Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), cafeteria perks & allowances @ 35% of basic pay, company township accommodation or HRA, medical facility, performance-related pay (PRP), and terminal benefits, making the gross monthly salary around ₹60,000 - ₹68,000.

What is the application fee for NTPC recruitment 2026?

Candidates belonging to General, EWS, and OBC categories are required to pay a non-refundable application registration fee of ₹500. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen categories, and all female candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

What is the selection process for Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication)?

The selection consists of an Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) covering Subject Knowledge (Mass Communication & PR concepts) and Executive Aptitude (Reasoning, English, Quant). Shortlisted candidates based on CBT merit will be called for a Personal Interview. Final selection is based on 85% CBT weightage and 15% interview weightage.

Can final-year post graduate students apply for this recruitment?

No, candidates must have completed their prescribed qualifying PG Degree/Diploma with required percentage of marks on or before the last date of online application (05 October 2026).

Salary Range

30,000 - ₹1,20,000

Total Vacancies

15 Posts

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

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