NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2025 notification has been officially released for the engagement of 361 apprentices across various trades including Graduate, Diploma, and ITI levels under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The online application process will begin on 11 July 2025 and continue until 11 August 2025 (5:00 PM) through NHPC’s official website. Candidates must first register on the NATS (for Degree/Diploma) or NAPS (for ITI) portals before applying. Selection will be based strictly on merit from academic qualifications, with no written test or interview. Stipends range from ₹12,000 to ₹15,000 per month, along with additional benefits under DBT and accommodation allowance. Preference will be given to candidates from project-affected families and local residents.

NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Important Dates

Notification Release Date	09 July 2025
Online Application Start Date	11 July 2025 (10:00 AM onwards)
Online Application End Date	11 August 2025 (05:00 PM)
Last Date for NAPS/NATS Registration	Before 11 July 2025 (to ensure application)

Application Fee

Graduate Apprentice	Nil
Diploma Apprentice	Nil
ITI Apprentice	Nil
Processing Charges (NHPC)	Nil
Mode of Payment	Not applicable (no fee required)

Age Limit Details

Minimum Age	18 years
Maximum Age (UR)	30 years
OBC (NCL)	33 years
SC/ST	35 years
PwBD	40 years (where applicable)

NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Vacancy Details

Graduate Apprentice	148
Diploma Apprentice	82
ITI Apprentice	131
Total	361

NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Eligibility Details

Graduate Trades	BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engg. in relevant branch (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, E&C, CS)
Diploma Trades	Diploma in relevant engineering/hospitality/safety etc.
ITI Trades	ITI certificate in relevant trade (Electrician, Fitter, Plumber, Computer Operator, etc.)

Documents Required Details

Apprenticeship Registration Form (NATS/NAPS)	Scanned copy (PDF/JPG)
Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets	Final/Consolidated transcript
Proof of Age (Matriculation Certificate)	Scanned copy
Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)	Govt‑prescribed format
Passport‑size Photograph & Signature	JPEG/PNG as per specs

NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Syllabus Overview

Written Exam	Not Applicable
Technical Test	Not Applicable
Interview	Not Applicable
Merit‑based Selection	Based on academic marks
Weightage Formula	Defined per trade (see Exam Pattern)

Exam Pattern

Graduate Apprentice	10th Class – 20%; 12th/Diploma – 20%; Engineering/Graduation – 60%
Diploma Apprentice	10th Class – 30%; Diploma – 70%
ITI Apprentice	10th Class – 30%; ITI Trade – 70%
Preparation Material	Mark sheets and certificates only – no syllabus
Publication of Merit List	On NHPC website (Career section)

Selection Process

1. Application Verification	Document check on NATS/NAPS and NHPC portals
2. Merit List Preparation	As per weightage criteria
3. Preference Allocation	Project‑affected → District candidates → State candidates → Other states
4. Offer of Apprenticeship Contract	Issued via NATS/NAPS portal and email
5. Final Joining	On‑site at allotted NHPC unit

NHPC Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Salary Details

Salary Details	Monthly Stipend (₹)
Graduate Apprentices	15,000
Diploma Apprentices	13,500
ITI Apprentices	12,000
DBT under NATS/NAPS	₹4,500 for Graduates; ₹4,000 for Diploma
Accommodation Allowance	₹2,500 (if company accommodation not provided)

How To Apply

1. Register on NATS/NAPS portal	https://nats.education.gov.in / https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
2. Complete profile with all documents	Upload certificates, photo, caste etc.
3. Note down NATS/NAPS enrolment number	Required for NHPC application
4. Apply online on NHPC career portal	www.nhpcindia.com → Career → Engagement of Apprentice → Apply Now
5. Accept and sign the apprenticeship contract	Through NATS/NAPS portal post‑selection

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