NTPC Limited has announced 15 vacancies for the post of Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) under Advertisement No. 12/26. The online application process for NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026 starts today, 21 September 2026, on the official careers portal careers.ntpc.co.in, and the last date to apply is 5 October 2026.
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NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
NTPC Limited is a Government of India Enterprise that publishes its recruitment notices through its official careers portal. Check the highlights of the recruitment drive in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NTPC Limited (A Govt. of India Enterprise) |
| Post | Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) |
| Advt. No. | 12/26 |
| Total Vacancy | 15 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Apply Online Dates | 21 September to 5 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting/Screening, Online Written Test (CBT), Personal Interview, Medical Examination |
| Job Location | Any NTPC Office/Station/Project/JV/Subsidiary |
| Grade/Pay Scale | E0 / IDA (Rs. 30,000 – 1,20,000) |
| Official Website | careers.ntpc.co.in |
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NTPC Assistant Officer Vacancy 2026
A total of 15 vacancies have been announced for Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication). The largest share is for the Unreserved category (8 posts), followed by OBC (3 posts) and SC (2 posts).
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) | 08 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 15 |
Reservation for PwBD candidates will be as per Government guidelines. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on organizational requirements, at the discretion of NTPC management.
NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, and other requirements before applying. All qualifications must be full-time and from universities or institutions recognized and approved in India, and only Indian nationals are eligible.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Education Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) | Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks, along with a full-time two-year Post Graduate Degree/PG Diploma in Mass Communication/Journalism/Advertising & Communication/Public Relations (or a combination) with at least 60% marks |
For posts where a vacancy is identified for the category, SC/ST/PwBD candidates with at least 55% marks in the required qualification are eligible to apply.
Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) | 29 years |
Age Relaxation (where a vacancy is identified for the category)
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. guidelines |
All age, experience, and qualification calculations will be made as on the last date of receipt of online applications.
NTPC Assistant Officer Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/XSM & Female candidates | Nil |
The fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card, or offline through the pay-in-slip generated on the application portal at any SBI branch. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, so candidates should verify their eligibility before paying.
NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The official NTPC notification under Advertisement No. 12/26 has been released on the NTPC website. NTPC, India’s largest power conglomerate with an installed capacity of more than 91 GW, plans to reach a total installed capacity of 149 GW by 2032, and it is hiring executives in Corporate Communication for its projects and stations to support this growth. Candidates can check complete details such as vacancies, eligibility, selection process, and application process through the official notification.
NTPC Assistant Officer Notification PDF – Click to Download
NTPC Assistant Officer Application Form 2026 Link
The online application window opens on 21 September 2026 at careers.ntpc.co.in. Only online applications will be accepted, and candidates must have a valid email ID. Candidates are advised to apply before the last date, 5 October 2026, to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
NTPC Assistant Officer Application Form 2026 Link (Active) – Click to Apply
How to Apply Online for NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who wish to apply can follow the steps below to submit their application form.
- Visit the NTPC careers website careers.ntpc.co.in.
- Find Advertisement No. 12/26 for Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication).
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Click on the online application link.
- Complete the registration using a valid email ID.
- Log in and fill in the required details, including your choice of test centres.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the application fee online or via SBI pay-in-slip, if applicable.
- Check the complete form carefully and submit it.
- Download the application slip with the unique application number for future reference.
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Documents Required for NTPC Assistant Officer Application Process 2026
Candidates must upload all documents while applying, as applications with incomplete documents are liable to be rejected. Keep the following ready:
- Class X passing certificate/marksheet, PAN Card, and Aadhaar Card (name and date of birth must match across all documents)
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and Post Graduate Degree/Diploma certificate in the required specialization (final or provisional)
- Consolidated marksheet/transcript or all semester marksheets showing aggregate percentage, for both graduation and post graduation
- Marks conversion formula from the university for CGPA/DGPA/CGI/CPI to percentage, for both graduation and post graduation
- Caste/Disability certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS candidates), as applicable
- OBC-NCL certificate in the central format for FY 2026-27
- EWS Income & Asset certificate valid for FY 2026-27, based on FY 2025-26 income
- Disability certificate in the latest central Govt. format generated through the Swavlamban/UDID portal
NTPC Assistant Officer Selection Process 2026
NTPC may conduct a multi-stage selection process, which can include the following stages:
- Shortlisting/Screening based on qualification and percentage of marks
- Online Written Test (CBT), with two parts: Subject Knowledge Test (SKT) and Executive Aptitude Test (EAT). Candidates must qualify in both sections separately.
- Personal Interview
- Medical Examination by the NTPC Medical Board before joining
If selection is through both a written test and interview, the final merit will be based on 85% weightage for online written test marks and 15% for interview marks. Candidates must qualify separately in both. Test centres chosen at the time of application cannot be changed later.
NTPC Assistant Officer Salary 2026
| Post | Grade | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) | E0 / IDA | Rs. 30,000 – 1,20,000 |
NTPC Assistant Officer Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online application | 21 September 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 5 October 2026 |
FAQs
How many vacancies are announced under NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 15 vacancies have been announced for Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) under NTPC Advertisement No. 12/26.
What is the upper age limit for NTPC Assistant Officer 2026?
The upper age limit is 29 years, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per rules.
What is the last date to apply for NTPC Assistant Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 5 October 2026.
What is the pay scale for NTPC Assistant Officer?
The post carries the E0/IDA grade with a pay scale of Rs. 30,000 – 1,20,000.
