NMDC Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – 102 Posts
NMDC Limited has opened online applications for 102 Executive Trainee posts across engineering and non-engineering disciplines, and this is a strong entry into one of India's largest iron-ore mining PSUs. If you hold a BE/B.Tech in a relevant branch (or the required qualification for Finance/HR) and are under 27, you can apply. The application window runs from 22 July 2026 to 11 August 2026, with the fee also payable by 11 August 2026. Executive Trainee is a management-cadre entry role, so competition is real but the pay and growth are worth it. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, dates, fee, pay and how to apply are below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Discipline |
|---|---|
| Executive Trainee (Mechanical) | 51 |
| Executive Trainee (Electrical) | 22 |
| Executive Trainee (Finance) | 7 |
| Executive Trainee (Chemical) | 4 |
| Executive Trainee (Computer & IT) | 4 |
| Executive Trainee (Ceramics) | 3 |
| Executive Trainee (Civil) | 3 |
| Executive Trainee (Metallurgy) | 3 |
| Executive Trainee (HR) | 3 |
| Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) | 2 |
| Total | 102 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | You need a BE/B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering branch for the technical Executive Trainee posts (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Computer & IT, Ceramics, Civil, Metallurgy, Instrumentation). For Finance, you need a Bachelor's degree with CA/ICWA, or an Engineering degree with an MBA (Finance). For HR, you need a Bachelor's degree with a two-year full-time PG in Sociology/Social Work/Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/HR/HRM or an equivalent MBA. Check the official notification for the exact percentage and branch mapping for your discipline. |
| Age Limit | The maximum age is 27 years as on 11 August 2026. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and other reserved categories as per NMDC rules and Government of India norms. Refer to the official notification for the exact relaxation years applicable to your category. |
| Age Relaxation | Upper age 27 yrs as on 11/08/2026; relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 11 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | Refer official notification |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 |
Salary / Pay
The Executive Trainee is an E-1 management grade entry role in NMDC, absorbed after successful training. The exact pay scale, stipend during training and in-hand figures are not stated on this page, so treat any figure as indicative until you confirm it. NMDC's E-1 grade generally carries an IDA pay scale with DA, HRA, perks and performance-linked incentives on top. Refer to the official notification for the confirmed pay level and CTC.
Selection Process
Selection is expected through a computer-based written test/GATE-based shortlisting followed by a personal interview, and finally document verification and a pre-employment medical examination. The exact stages and weightage for your discipline are in the official notification, so read it before you prepare. Only candidates who clear each stage move to the next.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the NMDC recruitment portal at https://nmdcetr.formflix.org/ between 22 July 2026 and 11 August 2026. Register with a valid email and mobile number, fill in your personal, academic and category details, upload your photo and signature, pay the application fee (Debit/Credit Card or UPI) by 11 August 2026, and submit. Take a printout of the final form for your records. Do not wait for the last day, as the portal can slow down near the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Executive Trainee vacancies are there in NMDC 2026?
There are 102 posts, with Mechanical (51) and Electrical (22) having the most, followed by Finance (7), Chemical (4), Computer & IT (4), Ceramics (3), Civil (3), Metallurgy (3), HR (3) and Instrumentation (2).
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 11 August 2026. The application window opened on 22 July 2026.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 27 years as on 11 August 2026, with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per NMDC rules.
What is the application fee?
General, OBC and EWS candidates pay ₹500. SC, ST and PwD candidates are exempt (₹0). Payment is by Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
What qualification do I need?
A BE/B.Tech in the relevant branch for technical posts; Finance needs a degree with CA/ICWA or an MBA (Finance), and HR needs a degree with a relevant two-year PG/MBA.