NTPC Limited Engineer and Officer Recruitment Notification 2026 for 19 SC/ST Backlog Posts

NTPC Limited is conducting a special recruitment drive exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates to fill 19 backlog vacancies in various engineering and officer positions. These posts are spread across different departments such as Civil Construction, Mechanical and Electrical Erection, Operation and Maintenance, Electrical Engineering, and Safety. The application window opens on 29 September 2026 and closes on 13 October 2026 by 6:00 PM. Candidates must apply online through the official NTPC careers portal. This drive aims to address pending vacancies reserved for SC/ST candidates in these technical roles.

This recruitment is reserved for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities. Applicants must hold engineering degrees relevant to the post they are applying for, such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related fields from recognized universities or institutions. Experience requirements vary by post, ranging from 3 to 8 years in sectors like power, steel, refinery, fertilizer, oil & gas, or cement, with specific site experience as applicable. Age limits differ by position, from 40 to 50 years, with Deputy Manager roles capped at 45 years and Assistant Officer (Safety) allowed up to 50 years. Candidates with specified disabilities can apply for some posts under the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities category, except for the Assistant Officer (Safety) post.