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NTPC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for General Manager & Executive Posts (Advt No. 17/26)

Advt No: Advt. No. 17/26•NTPC Limited

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⏳ 14 Days Left to Apply

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Total Vacancies

NTPC

General Manager (Chemical Process Plant), Executive (Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage - CCUS), Executive (Coal Gasification)

Min Qualification

B TECH BE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

25 – 55 Yrs

as on 27 Nov 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹1,20,000–₹2,80,000

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NTPC Limited (Advt No: Advt. No. 17/26)

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About this Recruitment

NTPC Limited, India's premier Maharatna power utility under the Ministry of Power, has released Advertisement No. 17/26 inviting online applications for 12 senior and specialized technical positions. The openings include 1 regular vacancy for General Manager (Chemical Process Plant) in E8 Grade (₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000) and 11 fixed-term Executive vacancies across high-priority energy transition domains including Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage (CCUS - 4 posts), Coal Gasification (3 posts), Chemical Process (2 posts), Solar Thermal (1 post), and Metallurgy (1 post) with a consolidated monthly package of ₹1,50,000. Online applications are accepted on careers.ntpc.co.in from 13 November 2026 through 27 November 2026 (until 06:00 PM).

✨ Copilot Highlights

Maharatna PSU NTPC Limited announces 12 executive vacancies under Advt No. 17/26.
Post breakdown: General Manager Chemical Process (1 post), Executive CCUS (4 posts), Executive Coal Gasification (3 posts), Executive Chemical Process (2 posts), Executive Solar Thermal (1 post), Executive Metallurgy (1 post).
General Manager post carries regular E8 IDA pay scale of ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000/- with upper age limit of 55 years.
Executive posts carry fixed consolidated pay of ₹1,50,000/- per month on a 3-year contract (extendable up to 2 years) with upper age limit of 54 years.
Educational eligibility: Engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/Ph.D. or M.Sc in Metallurgy) in relevant discipline from a recognized university.
Application fee is ₹500 for Gen/EWS/OBC male candidates; SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and all female candidates are exempted (₹0).
Application window open from 13 November to 27 November 2026 (06:00 PM) exclusively on careers.ntpc.co.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

25 Years

Maximum Age

55 Years

* Age calculated as on: 27 November 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years

SC / ST: +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

Ex-Servicemen: +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE, M TECH ME, M SC, PHD

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

13 November 2026

Application Start Date

13 November 2026

Last Date to Apply

27 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
General Manager (Chemical Process Plant)	1	B TECH BE
Executive (Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage - CCUS)	4	B TECH BE
Executive (Coal Gasification)	3	B TECH BE
Executive (Chemical Process)	2	B TECH BE
Executive (Solar Thermal)	1	B TECH BE
Executive (Metallurgy)	1	B TECH BE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: E8 Pay Scale (₹1,20,000 - ₹2,80,000) for GM; Consolidated ₹1,50,000/month for Executives

Official Pay Scale

GM: E8 Grade ₹1,20,000 - ₹2,80,000 IDA; Executives: Fixed Consolidated Remuneration

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹1,20,000

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹60,000

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹21,600

Transport Allowance (TA)₹5,400

Gross Monthly Salary₹2,07,000

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹18,000

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹1,000

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹19,060

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹1,87,940

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹24.84 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Personal Interview & Technical Panel Assessment

Exam Mode: Personal Interview / Technical Panel Assessment

45 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Domain Technical Knowledge and Experience Evaluation	1	70	30 min
Leadership, Project Management and Strategic Communication	1	30	15 min

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official NTPC careers portal at https://careers.ntpc.co.in.

Click on 'Jobs at NTPC' and select 'Advt. No. 17/26: Recruitment of General Manager and Executives'.

Read the detailed eligibility criteria, discipline requirements, and qualification norms.

Click on 'Apply Online' and register using your valid email ID and mobile number.

Fill in your personal, educational, and post-qualification professional experience details in chronological order.

Upload scanned copies of your passport photo, signature, degree certificates, and experience letters (specifying exact roles and dates).

Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹500 (if applicable) through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or via SBI Challan.

Verify all details in the application preview window before final submission.

Submit the application and download the system-generated application slip containing your unique registration number.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Passport Size Photograph

Recent color photograph on white background, JPG format under 50 KB

Scanned Signature

Clear signature on white paper with dark ink, JPG format under 20 KB

Engineering Degree Certificates (B.Tech / B.E. / M.Tech / Ph.D.)

Degree certificate and final consolidated marksheets proving required discipline and marks

Work Experience Certificates

Experience certificates / service letters from previous and current employers indicating exact designation, duration, and CTC

Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD)

Government of India format issued by competent authority

Proof of Date of Birth

Matriculation / 10th standard passing certificate

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Application Fee Details

General / EWS / OBC (NCL) Male Candidates₹500

SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / All Female CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: Online Net Banking (SBI & Other Banks), Debit / Credit Card, UPI Payments, Offline SBI Pay-in-Slip at any SBI Branch (Account No. 30987919993)

Selection Process

Scrutiny of Applications & Experience Credentials

Shortlisting Based on Qualification and Domain Expertise

Personal Interview by Expert Selection Committee

Pre-Employment Medical Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

What posts are advertised under NTPC Advt No. 17/26?

Advt No. 17/26 notifies 1 regular post of General Manager (Chemical Process Plant) and 11 contract Executive posts across CCUS (4), Coal Gasification (3), Chemical Process (2), Solar Thermal (1), and Metallurgy (1).

What is the compensation package for NTPC Executive and General Manager posts?

The General Manager post is in regular E8 IDA scale of ₹1,20,000 – ₹2,80,000/- per month. Executive posts carry a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹1,50,000/- per month along with medical and HRA/accommodation benefits.

What is the upper age limit for these positions in NTPC?

The maximum age is 55 years for the General Manager position and 54 years for Executive positions as on the closing date (27 November 2026). Government relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.

What is the application fee for NTPC Advt 17/26?

General, EWS, and OBC male applicants must pay a non-refundable fee of ₹500. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and all female applicants are completely exempted from payment.