NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Non-Executive Personnel posts. National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise, is inviting applications for 268 vacancies. Eligible candidates aged between 27 to 45 years, with qualifications ranging from 10th grade to Diploma/B.Sc can apply online from 21-05-2026 to 10-06-2026. For more details, visit the official website https://www.nalcoindia.com.
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) |
| Advertisement No. | 10260213 dated 14.05.2026 |
| Post Names | Operator (HEMM) Gr. III, Mining Mate Gr. III, Jr. Foreman (Mines), Jr. Foreman (Electrical), SUPT(JOT)-Operator, Operator Gr. III, SUPT(JOT)-Fitter, Technician (Fitter) Gr. III, SUPT(JOT)-Electrical, Technician (Electrical) Gr. III, SUPT(JOT)-Laboratory, SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic, Technician (Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic) Gr. III |
| Department / Location | Mines & Refinery (M&R) Complex, Damanjodi, Koraput District, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online only (via www.nalcoindia.com) |
| Selection Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Trade Test (for select posts) + Document Verification + Pre-employment Medical Examination (PEME) |
| Pay Scale (T0 Grade) | Rs. 29,500 – 3% – 70,000/- (Induction Level) |
| Pay Scale (S0 Grade) | Rs. 36,500 – 3% – 1,15,000/- (Induction Level for Jr. Foreman posts) |
| Official Website | https://www.nalcoindia.com |
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application Submission | 21-05-2026 (10:00 Hrs.) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission and Fee Payment | 10-06-2026 (upto 23:55 Hrs.) |
| Age Calculated As On | 10-06-2026 (last date of online application submission) |
| CBT / Trade Test Date | To be notified on the NALCO website and through email/SMS |
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
Vacancies are distributed across UR, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and EWS categories. In addition to category-wise reservation, 20 posts (including 10 backlog posts) are horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and 38 posts are horizontally reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) as per Government guidelines.
| Sl. No. | Post | Grade & Pay Scale | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Operator (HEMM) Gr. III | T0 grade (Rs. 29500-3%-70000/-) | 6 |
| 2 | Mining Mate Gr. III | T0 grade (Rs. 29500-3%-70000/-) | 21 |
| 3 | Jr. Foreman (Mines) | S0 grade (Rs. 36500-3%-115000/-) | 8 |
| 4 | Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | S0 grade (Rs. 36500-3%-115000/-) | 3 |
| 5 | SUPT(JOT)-Operator | SUPT -> JOT -> T0 grade | 55 |
| 6 | Operator Gr. III | T0 grade (Rs. 29500-3%-70000/-) | 54 |
| 7 | SUPT(JOT)-Fitter | SUPT -> JOT -> T0 grade | 12 |
| 8 | Technician (Fitter) Gr. III | T0 grade (Rs. 29500-3%-70000/-) | 13 |
| 9 | SUPT(JOT)-Electrical | SUPT -> JOT -> T0 grade | 35 |
| 10 | Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | T0 grade (Rs. 29500-3%-70000/-) | 35 |
| 11 | SUPT(JOT)-Laboratory | SUPT -> JOT-Lab -> T0 grade | 6 |
| 12 | SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic | SUPT -> JOT -> T0 grade | 10 |
| 13 | Technician (Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic) Gr. III | T0 grade (Rs. 29500-3%-70000/-) | 10 |
Note: 20 posts (including 10 backlog) are horizontally reserved for PwBD, and 38 posts are horizontally reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM). A candidate is allowed to apply for only one post.
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of the online application (10-06-2026). Qualifications must be full-time from recognized Universities or Institutes. ITI/Diploma/B.Sc. in the specific branch/subjects as mentioned against respective posts will be considered. No claim of possession of equivalent qualifications will be entertained.
| Sl. No. | Post | Minimum Requisite Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Operator (HEMM) Gr. III | 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) of 2 years duration in Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) trade or 1 year duration in Diesel Mechanic Trade, with apprenticeship certificate in MMV or Diesel Mechanic Trade. Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence required. First Aid training certificate desirable. |
| 2 | Mining Mate Gr. III | 10th with a valid Mining Mate Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Opencast Metalliferous Mines) being issued by DGMS. First Aid certificate preferred. |
| 3 | Jr. Foreman (Mines) | Diploma in Mining/Mining Engineering with a valid Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Opencast Metalliferous Mines), issued by DGMS. |
| 4 | Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (full-time regular course) from a recognized University/Institution, plus a valid Supervisory Certificate of Competency (M.V/H.T/E.H.T) issued by the Electrical Licensing Board, Odisha, covering Mining installations. |
| 5 | SUPT(JOT)-Operator & Operator Gr. III | 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electronics Mechanic/Technician, Mechatronics/Electrician/Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic/Fitter Trade of 2 years duration, along with an apprenticeship certificate. |
| 6 | SUPT(JOT)-Fitter & Technician (Fitter) Gr. III | 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Fitter Trade of 2 years duration, along with an apprenticeship certificate. |
| 7 | SUPT(JOT)-Electrical & Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electrician Trade of 2 years duration, along with an apprenticeship certificate. |
| 8 | SUPT(JOT)-Laboratory | B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry. |
| 9 | SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic & Technician (Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic) Gr. III | 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic Trade of 2 years duration, along with an apprenticeship certificate. |
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the last date of online application submission (10-06-2026). The maximum upper age limit, including all relaxations, shall not exceed 56 years. The relaxation in age for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) is subject to the availability of vacancies for the particular category.
| Post Type | General (UR) / EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC / ST | PwBD – UR | PwBD – OBC (NCL) | PwBD – SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUPT(JOT) posts (Fresher) | 27 years | 30 years | 32 years | 37 years | 40 years | 42 years |
| Operator / Technician / Mining Mate Gr. III posts (Experienced) | 35 years | 38 years | 40 years | 45 years | 48 years | 50 years |
| Jr. Foreman posts (Experienced) | 40 years | 43 years | 45 years | 50 years | 53 years | 55 years |
| Land Ousted Candidates (M&R Complex, Damanjodi) | Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above, additionally |
Additional relaxations: Ex-Servicemen and children/family members of those who died in the 1984 riots will get relaxation as per the Government of India directives.
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee is non-refundable. Fee can be paid through a dedicated bank account, net banking, debit card, or UPI only.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS candidates | Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred only) – Non-refundable |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Land Ousted / Internal Candidates | Exempted (No fee) |
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and/or Trade Test, followed by Document Verification and Pre-employment Medical Examination (PEME).
Computer-Based Test (CBT) Details
| Type | Objective type – 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), 1 mark each |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Question Paper Composition | 60% Technical (domain-specific) questions + 40% Non-technical questions (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Knowledge, and English) |
| Language | English and Hindi only |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
Selection Mode – Post-wise
| Posts | Selection Mode | CBT Weightage | Trade Test Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUPT(JOT)-Operator, SUPT(JOT)-Fitter, SUPT(JOT)-Electrical, SUPT(JOT)-Laboratory, SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic (Sl. No. 5, 7, 9, 11, 12) | CBT only | 100% | – |
| Operator (HEMM) Gr. III, Mining Mate Gr. III, Jr. Foreman (Mines), Jr. Foreman (Electrical), Operator Gr. III, Technician (Fitter) Gr. III, Technician (Electrical) Gr. III, Technician (Instrumentation) Gr. III (Sl. No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 13) | CBT + Trade Test | 60% | 40% |
Tentative CBT Cities (Annexure-II)
| Sl. No. | State | City / Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam |
| 2 | Assam | Guwahati |
| 3 | Maharashtra | Mumbai / Navi Mumbai / Thane / MMR region |
| 4 | Delhi | Delhi / NCR |
| 5 | Odisha | Angul, Balasore, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhawanipatna, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jeypore, Koraput, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
| 6 | Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| 7 | West Bengal | Kolkata |
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Emoluments & Benefits
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Stipend during SUPT Training (12 months) | Rs. 12,000/- per month |
| Stipend during JOT Training – First 12 months | Rs. 15,000/- per month |
| Stipend during JOT Training – Remaining period | Rs. 15,500/- per month |
| Medical Facility during Training | Indoor and Outdoor at NALCO Hospital |
| On Placement (T0 Grade) | Rs. 29,500 – 3% – 70,000/- with all regular employee emoluments |
| Other Benefits of Placement | Transport Allowance, HRA / Housing, Site Location Allowance, Leave Travel Allowance, Medical Facility (CHSS), Educational facilities, PF, Gratuity, Group Insurance, Pension (NALCO Defined Contribution Pension Scheme 2025), Performance Linked Incentive Scheme, etc. |
How to Apply for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
- Click the official apply link below.
Important Instructions for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- A candidate is allowed to apply for only one post; applications for multiple posts will result in summary rejection of all applications.
- All qualifications and experience must have been acquired on or before the closing date of the application (10-06-2026).
- OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 01-04-2026 (Central List OBC only).
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate must be issued on or after 01-04-2026 based on FY 2025-26 income.
- PwBD candidates must possess a Disability Certificate certifying minimum 40% disability issued as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017.
- Land Ousted candidates whose lands have been acquired for the NALCO project at Damanjodi must upload a valid Employment Preference Certificate.
- Employees of PSUs/Government organizations must apply through the proper channel and produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification.
- Application fee once paid shall neither be refunded under any circumstances nor held in reserve for any other recruitment or selection.
- Electronic gadgets, including mobile phones, smartwatches, etc., are not permitted inside the CBT examination hall.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit my application?
Ans. You have until June 10, 2026, to complete and submit your online application.
Q2. How many job openings are available in this drive?
Ans. NALCO is looking to fill a total of 268 Non-Executive positions across various trades.
Q3. Do I need to pay a fee to apply?
Ans. If you belong to the General, OBC (NCL), or EWS categories, there is a Rs. 100 fee. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Land Ousted candidates don’t have to pay anything.
Q4. Are there any age limits I should be aware of?
Ans. Yes, the age requirements depend on the specific role. Fresher SUPT(JOT) applicants (General) can be up to 27 years old, while experienced candidates for Operator or Technician roles (General) have an upper limit of 35 years.
Q5. How will candidates be selected for these roles?
Ans. The process primarily involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT). For certain roles, a Trade Test is also required, followed by standard Document Verification and a Pre-employment Medical Examination.
Q6. Where can I read the full official advertisement?
Ans. You can download the complete notification directly from NALCO’s official website at https://www.nalcoindia.com.
Q7. Is it possible to apply for more than one position?
Ans. No, you must choose only one role to apply for. If you submit applications for multiple posts, they will all be rejected.
