NLC India Limited has announced a future-opening recruitment for 143 Graduate Executive Trainee posts through GATE 2025 under Advertisement No. 10/2026. The updated application schedule opens online registration on 13 November 2026 and closes registration on 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM, with fee payment available until 11:45 PM the same day and final submission permitted until 16 December 2026 for candidates who complete registration and payment within time. The intake is spread across four engineering disciplines: Mechanical 66, Electrical 44, Civil 23 and Mining 10. At a basic level, candidates need the relevant engineering degree and a valid GATE 2025 score in the corresponding paper. The eligibility cut-off is 1 November 2026. Upper-age limits are 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 for OBC-NCL and 35 for SC/ST, with other relaxations as notified. During training, GETs are placed in the E-2 scale of ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 with one year of training, and successful candidates move to the notified higher grade after completion. Selection is based mainly on GATE 2025 score followed by personal interview and document verification. Candidates must choose one notified Area while applying, and should rely on NLC India’s official recruitment portal for the final discipline/Area mapping and corrigenda.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | NLC India Limited |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2026 |
| Post | Graduate Executive Trainee (GET) |
| Total vacancies | 143 |
| Disciplines | Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Mining |
| Selection basis | GATE 2025 + Personal Interview |
| Registration opens | 13 November 2026 |
| Registration closes | 14 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Fee payment closes | 14 December 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Final submission | 16 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Eligibility cut-off | 1 November 2026 |
| Training period | 1 year |
| Training pay scale | E-2: ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 |
| Job locations | NLCIL units/projects across India |
Discipline-wise Vacancies
| Discipline | GATE 2025 Paper | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | ME | 66 |
| Electrical | EE | 44 |
| Civil | CE | 23 |
| Mining | MN | 10 |
| Total | 143 |
Area-wise Vacancies
| Area | Broad assignment | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Area 1 | Thermal Power Stations | 80 |
| Area 2 | Mines & Allied Services | 37 |
| Area 3 | Renewable Energy, Projects & Planning | 18 |
| Area 4 | Services & Support | 8 |
| Total | 143 |
Basic Qualification
Candidates need a recognised Bachelor’s degree in the relevant engineering discipline and must have qualified GATE 2025 in the corresponding paper.
The disciplines include Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Mining Engineering, with the exact accepted degree nomenclature controlled by the official advertisement.
Age Limit
As on 1 November 2026:
| Category | Upper age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 years |
| OBC-NCL | 33 years |
| SC / ST | 35 years |
Additional relaxation applies to eligible PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per the notification.
Pay Scale
During training, GETs are placed in the E-2 scale of ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 with initial basic pay of ₹50,000.
The recruitment sources also indicate movement to the notified higher grade after successful completion of training.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹854 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹354 |
The fee includes processing charges as specified by NLCIL.
Selection Process
Selection is based on:
- GATE 2025 score
- Shortlisting
- Document verification
- Personal Interview
The reported weightage is 80 marks for GATE 2025 and 20 marks for interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration opens | 13 November 2026 |
| Registration closes | 14 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Fee payment closes | 14 December 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Final submission for eligible registered/paid candidates | 16 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
How to Apply for NLC India GET Recruitment 2026
- Visit the NLC India official website and open the Careers / Recruitment section.
- Locate Advertisement No. 10/2026 for Graduate Executive Trainees through GATE 2025.
- Use the Regal Naukri Eligibility Pre-check to compare your engineering discipline, GATE paper and age.
- Register from 13 November 2026 and enter your GATE 2025 details carefully.
- Choose only one notified Area.
- Use the Government Job Document Checklist before uploading certificates.
- Review the Photo & Signature Guide before uploading application images.
- Pay the applicable fee by 14 December 2026.
- Complete final submission by 16 December 2026 if you registered and paid within the stated deadlines.
- Save the application form and payment receipt.
Documents to Keep Ready
- GATE 2025 scorecard
- Engineering degree / provisional certificate
- Marksheets
- Date-of-birth proof
- Category / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate, where applicable
- Photograph and signature
- Identity proof
- Other documents specified by NLCIL
Important Candidate Notes
- Candidates must apply for one Area only.
- Only the relevant GATE 2025 paper is accepted for the selected discipline.
- Vacancies are distributed across four Areas and four engineering disciplines.
- This GET recruitment is separate from NLC India’s other executive recruitment notices.
- Candidates should use only the official NLC India recruitment portal for registration, payment and corrigenda.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| NLC India official website | NLC India Limited |
| NLC India careers / recruitment | NLC India Careers |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There are 143 Graduate Executive Trainee vacancies.
Which discipline has the most posts?
Mechanical has 66 vacancies.
Is GATE mandatory?
Yes. A valid GATE 2025 score in the corresponding engineering paper is required.
When do applications open?
13 November 2026.
What is the last date for registration?
14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the pay scale?
GETs are placed in E-2, ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 during training.
What is the age limit?
30 years for UR/EWS, 33 for OBC-NCL and 35 for SC/ST as on 1 November 2026.
What is the selection process?
GATE 2025 score, document verification and personal interview.