NTPC Limited (National Thermal Power Corporation), India’s largest power generation PSU, has released Advertisement No. 12/26 inviting online applications for 15 Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) posts. The online application process began on 21 September 2026 and will close on 5 October 2026. This is an Executive-cadre recruitment for candidates with a background in mass communication, journalism, or public relations, and selection will be made through a written test followed by a personal interview.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
Category
Vacancies
Unreserved (UR)
8
EWS
1
OBC
3
SC
2
ST
1
Total
15
The category-wise figures correctly sum to the officially advertised total of 15 posts (8+1+3+2+1=15).
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60 percent marks, along with a two-year full-time postgraduate degree or diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising and Communication, or Public Relations, also with a minimum of 60 percent marks. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the minimum qualifying marks requirement is relaxed to 55 percent.
Age Limit
Category
Maximum Age (relaxation over base 29 years)
General/UR/EWS
29 years
OBC
+3 years relaxation
SC/ST
+5 years relaxation
PwBD
+10 years relaxation
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed in Grade E0 under the IDA pay scale of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,20,000, along with other allowances and benefits admissible as per NTPC’s service rules.
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General/EWS/OBC
Rs. 500
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female candidates
Exempted
Important Dates
Event
Date
Online Application Start Date
21 September 2026
Online Application Last Date
5 October 2026
Selection Process
Stage
Weightage
Online Written/Computer-Based Test
85%
Personal Interview
15%
Candidates will first be screened based on eligibility criteria, followed by a written test carrying the majority weightage of 85 percent, and finally a personal interview carrying the remaining 15 percent weightage toward the final merit list.
How to Apply
Step
Action
1
Visit the official NTPC careers portal
2
Register with basic personal details to create a login
3
Fill in the online application form with educational qualification and category details
4
Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates
5
Pay the applicable application fee online, where applicable
6
Submit the form and save a copy for future reference
How many total vacancies are there in NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026? There are a total of 15 vacancies for the post of Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication).
What is the last date to apply for this recruitment? The online application window closes on 5 October 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for this post? Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree with 60 percent marks along with a postgraduate degree or diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising, or Public Relations with 60 percent marks (55 percent for SC/ST/PwBD).
What is the age limit for this recruitment? The maximum age limit is 29 years, with relaxations of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
What is the pay scale for the Assistant Officer post? Selected candidates will be placed in Grade E0 with an IDA pay scale of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,20,000.
What is the application fee for this recruitment? General, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay Rs. 500, while SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female candidates are exempted from the fee.
What is the selection process for NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026? Selection is based on a written test carrying 85 percent weightage and a personal interview carrying 15 percent weightage.
How can candidates apply for this recruitment? Candidates must apply online through the official NTPC careers portal before the last date.
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