NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has opened its much awaited NLC Recruitment 2026 drive. The notification invites engineering graduates to apply for Graduate Executive Trainee (GET) posts through GATE 2025 scores. The NLC GET short notification was released on 24 September 2026. It confirms 145 vacancies across five engineering disciplines at one of India’s Navratna PSU.
NICIL has confirmed the total vacancies and discipline-wise breakup. However, the detailed advertisement covering full eligibility, seat reservation, application fee and registration will be out on the official website shortly. Candidates can keep checking this page to get the latest NLC GET recruitment updates.
NLC Recruitment 2026 for GET: Download PDF
NLC Recruitment 2026 drive for GET : Important Highlights
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NLC India Limited (NLCIL) formerly Neyveli Lignite Corporation |
Status | Navratna PSU, Ministry of Coal, Govt of India |
| Advertisement No. | 10/2026 |
Post | Graduate Executive Trainee (GET) |
| Recruitment Mode | GATE 2025 Scores |
Notification Released | 24 September 2026 (short notice) |
| Total Vacancies | 145 |
Streams Covered | Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Mining, Computer |
| Eligibility (Expected) | Relevant BE/B Tech + Valid GATE 2025 Score in matching discipline |
Selection Process | GATE 2025 Score shortlisting + Interview + DV |
| Application Dates | To be announced |
Short Notice PDF | NLC GET Recruitment 2026 |
NLC Recruitment GET Vacancies: Full Breakup
NLC India Limited recruits Graduate Executive Trainees across four functional areas. It includes: Thermal Power Station, Mines & Allied Services, Renewable Energy Planning & Projects and Services & Support, as per the official vacancy breakup given below:
Disciplines | Thermal Power Station | Mines & Allied Services | Renewable Energy Planning & Projects | Services & Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | 40 | 20 | 6 | – |
Electrical | 30 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Civil | 10 | 2 | 7 | 4 |
Mining | – | 10 | – | – |
| Computer | – | – | 2 | – |
Total | 80 | 37 | 20 | 8 |
NLC GET Engineering Vacancy Stream-Wise given below:
Disciplines | Total |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 66 |
Electrical | 44 |
| Civil | 23 |
Mining | 10 |
| Computer | 2 |
Total | 145 |
Mechanical carriers have the largest share of 66 posts in total. It is then followed by Electrical with 44 posts and Civil standing at 23 posts in total. The Mining and Computer streams have fewer seats. This shows how competitive each stream will be.
NLC Recruitment 2026: GET Eligibility Criteria
NICIL has not related the full eligibility criteria as of yet. Therefore, treat the eligibility criteria given below as an expected framework:
- A full time BE/B Tech degree in relevant discipline– ME, EE, CE, ME and CSE from a recognized institution.
- A valid GATE 2025 score in the discipline code matching the post applied for.
- Age Limit and category-wise relaxations, to be specified in the detailed notification.
Note: The details will be updated upon the release of the detailed official NLC GET recruitment notice.
NLC GET Selection Process
NLC recruitment through GATE typically follows a two stage process as given below:
- Shortlisting based on GATE 2025 scores in the applied discipline
- Personal Interview and document verification
Candidates who clear NLC through GATE selection generally join as Executive Trainees on a probation period.
NLC GATE Cutoff: What to Expect
The NLC India GATE cutoff differs by discipline, category and vacancy count. With only two posts in Computer and 10 in Mining this year, the resulting cutoff is likely to run higher in these streams than in Mechanical or Electrical.
NICIL announced the actual NLC GATE cutoff only after shortlisting. Only rely on official numbers other than other online sources.
How to Apply for GET NLC Recruitment 2026
The online application link has not gone live yet. Once the NLC recruitment 2026 application window opens, candidates can expect these following steps:
- Go to the official website and open the “careers” section.
- Find the advertisement number 10/2026 for GET recruitment.
- Register with basic personal and GATE 2025 details such as registration number, score, discipline.
- Select one discipline only that matches your GATE 2025 paper.
- Upload photograph, signature, degree certificate, marksheets, GATE scorecard and category certificate if applicable.
- Pay the applicable fee online once notified and submit your application.
- Save and print the confirmation for future reference.
Preparing for future GATE-based PSU Recruitment
Since this year’s selection runs entirely on GATE 2025 scores, candidates who narrowly miss the cutoff can use their next GATE attempt to strengthen their profile for future NLC recruitment cycles and other PSU drives. Structured MADE EASY GATE coaching can help build conceptual clarity. Thereby, helping to clear tight cutoffs in limited seats streams such as Computer and Mining.
FAQs
Q1: What is NLC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The NLC India Limited Advertisement No. 10/2026 invites 145 Graduate Executive Trainee posts through GATE 2025 scores across Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Mining and Computer disciplines.
Q2: How many vacancies are there in NLC India GET Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 145 vacancies are released for the NLC India GET Recruitment 2026 in Mechanical (66), Electrical (44), Civil (23), Mining (10) and Computer (2).
Q3: What are the eligibility criteria for NLC GET recruitment?
Ans: A relevant engineering qualification plus a valid GATE 2025 score in the matching discipline code is required for NLC GET recruitment. The detailed notification will confirm the exact criteria.
Q4: What is the selection process for NLC India Recruitment?
Ans: Shortlisting is based on GATE 2025 scores, followed by a personal interview and document verification.
Q5: When will the NLC recruitment 2026 application form be released?
Ans: The NICIL has not announced the application dates yet. It will be published on the official website shortly.
Q6: What is the NLC GATE cutoff based on?
Ans: The NLC GATE cutoff depends on discipline, category and number of vacancies notified. The exact cutoff will be released only after the shortlisting process.
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