NTPC
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About NTPC
The National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) exam is conducted by NTPC Limited, one of India’s largest power companies, to recruit candidates for various technical and non-technical positions. NTPC conducts exams mainly for roles like Engineering Executive Trainee (EET), Diploma Trainee, and Lab Assistant, among others.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizens are eligible.
- Educational Qualification:
- Engineering Executive Trainee (EET): B.E./B. Tech in relevant engineering discipline with at least 65% marks.
- Diploma Trainee: Relevant engineering diploma (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation).
- Lab Assistant: B.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent.
- Age Limit: Generally, 27 years for most positions (relaxations apply for reserved categories).
Selection Process
The selection process typically includes:
- GATE Score: For Engineering Executive Trainees, NTPC considers GATE scores for shortlisting candidates.
- Online Written Exam: Includes technical knowledge and aptitude tests.
- Skill/Technical Test: Conducted for some positions to evaluate practical knowledge.
- Interview: Final selection for executive positions usually involves a personal interview.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Technical Knowledge: Questions related to the specific discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, etc.).
- Aptitude Test: General aptitude, including Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and English language.
- Duration: Usually around 2 hours.
- Marking Scheme: Typically, 1 mark per question with a penalty for incorrect answers.
- Technical Section: Discipline-specific questions based on fundamental engineering concepts.
Application Process & Opportunities
Apply Online: Through the official NTPC careers portal.
- Application Fee: Typically ₹300 for general category candidates (waivers for reserved categories).
- NTPC offers stable career growth, competitive salary, and additional benefits for selected candidates, including training programs, allowances, and a range of opportunities to work on challenging power and energy projects.