NEEPCO Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Complete Details
North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO), a Miniratna PSU under the Ministry of Power, has released Advertisement No. NEEPCO/01/2026 dated 14 May 2026 for 25 Executive Trainee (E-2 grade) posts in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Geology disciplines. Unlike many PSU EET recruitments, NEEPCO's process includes both a GATE 2026 score shortlisting and a Personal Interview — so even with a good GATE score, you need to prepare for an interview round.
NEEPCO operates hydroelectric, thermal and gas-based power projects across the North East — Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Tripura. Joining NEEPCO means working in the northeast's power sector, often in remote but ecologically significant locations. The E-2 pay scale is ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000/month (IDA). Apply at recruitment.neepco-spark.co.in by 03 June 2026.
Discipline-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Discipline | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | PwBD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | 6 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 3 |
| Mechanical Engineering | — | 4 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Civil Engineering | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 8 |
| Geology (Applied) | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 25 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 14 May 2026 |
| Application Opens | 14 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 June 2026 |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01 January 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | ₹560 (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female | NIL (Exempted) |
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 years (+3 years) |
| SC / ST | 35 years (+5 years) |
| PwBD (General) | 40 years (+10 years) |
Minimum age: 18 years. Ex-Servicemen: relaxation as per GoI norms.
Educational Qualification & GATE Requirements
| Discipline | Degree Required | GATE 2026 Paper | Min. Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical / Electrical & Electronics | B.E./B.Tech (Electrical or Electrical & Electronics) or AMIE equivalent | EE – Electrical Engineering | 65% (UR/EWS/OBC) | 55% (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) or AMIE equivalent | ME – Mechanical Engineering | 65% (UR/EWS/OBC) | 55% (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Civil | B.E./B.Tech (Civil Engineering) or AMIE equivalent | CE – Civil Engineering | 65% (UR/EWS/OBC) | 55% (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Geology | M.Sc./M.Tech (Applied Geology) | GG – Geology & Geophysics | 65% (UR/EWS/OBC) | 55% (SC/ST/PwBD) |
Note: GATE 2026 score is required (not 2025). Only full-time degrees from AICTE/UGC-recognised institutions accepted.
Selection Process
- GATE 2026 Score Shortlisting — discipline-wise merit list prepared from valid GATE 2026 scores
- Personal Interview — technical knowledge, aptitude, communication assessed
- Document Verification
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
Bond / Service Conditions
Selected candidates must execute a service agreement to serve NEEPCO for a minimum of 4 years including the training period. Bond amount: not publicly disclosed — verify from the official notification PDF. Posting will be at NEEPCO projects and offices across North Eastern states of India.
How to Apply
- Visit recruitment.neepco-spark.co.in
- Register with your email and mobile number
- Fill in academic details and enter your GATE 2026 registration number
- Upload photo, signature, and degree certificates
- Pay ₹560 online (Gen/EWS/OBC). SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Female — no fee
- Submit before 03 June 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does NEEPCO ET 2026 require GATE 2026 or GATE 2025?
GATE 2026. This recruitment specifically requires a valid GATE 2026 scorecard — unlike the NTPC EET recruitment announced around the same time which requires GATE 2025. Make sure you have the right GATE year scorecard before applying.
Q: Is there a personal interview for NEEPCO Executive Trainee 2026?
Yes. Unlike some PSU EET recruitments that use GATE score alone, NEEPCO has a two-stage process: GATE 2026 score shortlisting followed by a Personal Interview. Both stages matter for final selection.
Q: Where will NEEPCO Executive Trainees be posted?
NEEPCO's projects are spread across North East India — Assam (head office at Shillong, Meghalaya), Arunachal Pradesh (Kameng HEP, Pare HEP), Manipur (Loktak), Tripura (Monarchak Gas Turbine Project), and others. Posting is based on organizational requirements across these locations.
Q: What is the minimum bond period for NEEPCO Executive Trainee?
You must serve NEEPCO for a minimum of 4 years including the training period. This means if training lasts 1 year, you must serve for at least 3 more years after training. The exact bond amount is specified in the official notification PDF.
Q: Can female candidates apply for NEEPCO ET 2026?
Yes. Female candidates of all categories are exempted from the application fee of ₹560. There is no restriction on female candidates applying for any of the 4 disciplines.