Major PSU Alert! NHPC Recruitment 2025: 248 Vacancies for Junior Engineers, Supervisors & More – Apply by Oct 1st!
The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) Limited, India’s powerhouse in hydropower development, has released its much-awaited NHPC Recruitment Notification 2025 (Advt. No: NH/Rectt./04/2025).
This massive drive is aimed at filling a total of 248 Non-Executive posts across the country. Key openings include Junior Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, E&C), Supervisor (IT), Senior Accountant, Assistant Rajbhasha Officer, and Hindi Translator.
A golden chance for eligible candidates! The online application process kicked off on 02 September 2025 and will close sharply on 01 October 2025. Don't miss the deadline—check all the essential details below!
Important Dates to Note
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 02 September 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 01 October 2025 (05:00 PM) |
Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
NHPC has announced 248 vacancies in total. The pay scales offered are highly attractive, per IDA norms:
| Post | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale (IDA) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Rajbhasha Officer (E1) | 11 | ₹40,000 – 1,40,000 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 109 | ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 46 | ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 49 | ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 |
| Junior Engineer (E&C) | 17 | ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 |
| Supervisor (IT) | 1 | ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 |
| Sr. Accountant | 10 | ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 |
| Hindi Translator | 5 | ₹27,000 – 1,05,000 |
Eligibility: Qualifications & Experience
- Assistant Rajbhasha Officer: Master’s in Hindi/English (with the opposite as an elective subject) + 3 years’ experience in Govt/PSU.
- JE (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/E&C): Full-time 3 years Diploma in the relevant engineering branch with min. 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Supervisor (IT): Graduate with DOEACC ‘A’ level OR Diploma in CS/IT OR BCA/B.Sc (CS/IT) with 60% marks.
- Sr. Accountant: Must be an Inter CA / CMA Pass.
- Hindi Translator: Master’s in Hindi/English (with the opposite as an elective subject) +1 year relevant experience or Diploma in Translation.
Age Limit (Max. Age as on 01.10.2025)
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 to 15 years for PwBD, plus relaxations for Ex-Servicemen and J&K Domicile as per Government norms.
Application Fee Details
- General/OBC/EWS:₹600 + Taxes (approximately ₹708)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Female: FEE EXEMPTED (NIL)
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
- Head to the NHPC Official Career Page.
- Complete the initial registration using a valid Email ID & Mobile number.
- Log in and accurately fill out the Online Application Form.
- Upload all necessary scanned documents (Photo, Signature, DOB, Qualification, Caste/Disability Certificates).
- Pay the Application Fee online (if applicable).
- **Crucial:** Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for your records.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection will be based on a Computer Based Online Test (CBT), followed by Document Verification.
Exam Pattern Highlights (Duration: 3 Hours)
| Post | Subjects (Question Split) | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| JE, Supervisor (IT), Sr. Accountant | Discipline (140) + GK (30) + Reasoning (30) | 200 | 200 |
| Asst. Rajbhasha Officer & Hindi Translator | Discipline (40 MCQ + 10 Descriptive) + GK (30) + Reasoning (30) | 110 MCQs + 10 Descriptive Qs | 200 |
Be Careful: There is a Negative Marking of -0.25 for every incorrect answer.
Quick FAQs
Q1. What is the last date for NHPC Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The final date to apply online is 01 October 2025.
Q2. What is the NHPC JE Salary?
Ans: Junior Engineers fall under the ₹29,600 – 1,19,500 (IDA) pay scale plus attractive allowances.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the NHPC Exam?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4. Can final year students apply?
Ans: No, only candidates whose final results are declared before the last date (01.10.2025) are eligible.
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