NHPC Limited, a premier Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Power, is hiring 361 Apprentices for its Corporate Office (Faridabad) and other projects/power stations across India under Advertisement No: NH/Rectt./03/2025. Eligible ITI, Diploma, and Graduate candidates can apply online from 11 July to 11 August 2025.
📋 NHPC Apprentice Vacancy 2025 (Location-wise Summary)
| Location | Graduate | Diploma | ITI | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Office, Faridabad | 60 | – | 47 | 107 |
| Regional Office, Banikhet | – | – | 7 | 7 |
| Baira Siul PS | 8 | 7 | – | 15 |
| Chamera-I PS | 6 | 3 | 13 | 22 |
| Chamera-III PS | 7 | 4 | 3 | 16 |
| Regional Office, Chandigarh | 7 | 3 | 4 | 14 |
| Parbati-III PS | – | 1 | 13 | 14 |
| Tanakpur PS | 5 | 6 | 13 | 24 |
| Regional Office, Jammu | 6 | – | 2 | 8 |
| Dulhasti PS | – | – | 16 | 16 |
| Uri-II PS | 5 | 3 | 11 | 20 |
| Chutak PS | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Nimoo Bazgo PS | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 |
| Teesta Low Dam-III PS | 2 | 4 | 3 | 9 |
| Teesta Low Dam-IV PS | 2 | 5 | 6 | 13 |
| Teesta-V PS | 5 | 12 | 8 | 25 |
| Rangit PS | 3 | 4 | 3 | 10 |
| Loktak PS | 5 | 4 | 2 | 11 |
| Dibang HEP | – | – | 17 | 17 |
| Total | 123 | 59 | 179 | 361 |
💼 Stipend & Educational Qualification
| Category | Qualification | Monthly Stipend (INR) |
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc Engg. in relevant branch | ₹15,000/- |
| Diploma Apprentice | Diploma in Engineering/Nursing/Pharmacy etc. | ₹13,500/- |
| ITI Apprentice | ITI in respective trades | ₹12,000/- |
🎓 Additional DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer): ₹4,500 (Graduate), ₹4,000 (Diploma) included.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years (as on 11.08.2025). Age relaxation as per Govt norms.
- Educational Qualification: As per trade (details above)
- Medical Fitness: Must be certified fit as per Apprentice Act 1961
- Not Eligible: Those who have completed 1 year or more apprenticeship or awaiting final results
🧪 Selection Process
Selection will be based purely on merit:
| Category | Evaluation Criteria |
| Graduate Apprentice | 10th (20%) + 12th/Diploma (20%) + Graduation (60%) |
| Diploma Apprentice | 10th (30%) + Diploma (70%) |
| ITI Apprentice | 10th (30%) + ITI (70%) |
🥇 Preference will be given to:
- Project Affected Families
- Local district/state candidates
- Other state candidates (if seats remain)
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start of Online Application | 11 July 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2025 (05:00 PM) |
📝 How to Apply
- Register at:
- ITI Trades: https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Graduate/Diploma: https://nats.education.gov.in
- Visit www.nhpcindia.com → Career → Engagement of Apprentice → Apply Now
- Upload all required documents: photo, signature, certificates, Aadhaar-linked bank details
- Submit form before 11 August 2025
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
| 📄 Official Notification | Click Here |
| 📝 Apply Online – ITI Trades | Click Here |
| 📝 Apply Online – Graduate/diploma traders | Click Here |
| 🧾 NATS Portal (Graduate) | Click Here |
| 🧾 NAPS Portal (ITI) | Click Here |
❓ FAQs – NHPC Apprentice 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NHPC Apprentice 2025?
👉 11 August 2025 (up to 5 PM)
Q2. What is the duration of apprenticeship?
👉 1 year (may extend to 2 years)
Q3. Is there any exam or interview?
👉 No. Selection is purely on merit basis.
Q4. Can I apply for more than one unit?
👉 ❌ No. Apply only for one unit/trade/region.
Q5. Will I get accommodation?
👉 Shared bachelor accommodation may be provided or ₹2,500 allowance given.
