NPCIL Executive Trainee Examination — Eligibility, Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is a Public Sector Enterprise responsible for the generation of nuclear power for electricity. NPCIL recruits Executive Trainees through a highly competitive selection process. The primary modes of recruitment are through GATE scores or, at times, through a separate Written Examination. Shortlisted candidates are then called for a final Personal Interview.
📌 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
A candidate must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit
A candidate must be a maximum of 26 years old for the General category. The age limit is relaxed to 29 years for OBC and 31 years for SC/ST candidates.
Educational Qualification
A candidate must have a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engineering)/5-year Integrated M.Tech with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in a relevant engineering discipline. Common eligible disciplines include:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Civil Engineering
✍️ Selection Process & Syllabus
1. Screening Test (Shortlisting)
Candidates are shortlisted for the final interview through one of two channels:
Channel 1: GATE Score
Candidates with a valid GATE score in their respective discipline can be shortlisted directly for the interview. This is a common method used by NPCIL.
Channel 2: Written Examination
NPCIL also conducts its own separate online/offline written test.
- Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Number of Questions: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Marking Scheme: Typically involves negative marking for incorrect answers.
Syllabus for the Written Exam
There is no rigidly defined syllabus provided by NPCIL. The questions are based on the standard curriculum of the qualifying engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the respective discipline and are generally aligned with the GATE syllabus for that subject.
2. Personal Interview
This is the final and most crucial stage. Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview where their technical knowledge, communication skills, and overall suitability are assessed.
👉 Note
- The final selection is made based on the combined performance in the screening test (GATE score or written exam) and the Personal Interview, with each stage having a specific weightage.
- For full official syllabus & eligibility, refer to NPCIL Official website .
☞ Tip for Aspirants: Always refer to the latest official notification for syllabus and eligibility details as they may change year to year.