Introduction to NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
The National Aluminium Company Limited has officially announced 268 vacancies for technicians, mining jobs, and many other positions under NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026. The online application was open from May 21, 2026. Recently, NALCO extended the last date of application from June 10 to June 17, 2026. Eligible candidates are requested to apply well before the last date of application, June 17 (23:55), 2026. The official NALCO Recruitment 2026 PDF notification includes eligibility criteria, vacancy details, salary & benefits, application process, selection process, exam pattern, and exam cities. Read this blog to know in detail about the NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026.
Key Takeaways from NALCO Recruitment 2026 PDF Notification
- Organiation Name - National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), A Navratna Government of India Enterprise
- Advertisement No. - 10260213 dated 10.05.2026
- Post Names - Operator (HEMM) Gr. III, Mining Mate Gr. III, Jr. Foreman (Mines), Jr. Foreman (Electrical), SUPT (JOT) Operator, Operator Gr. III, and other posts
- Department/Location - Mines & Refinery (M&R) Complex, Damanjodi, Koraput District, Odisha.
- Application Mode - Online Only
- Selection Method - Computer-Based Test (CBT) + Trade Test (for some 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)
- Opening of Online Application - 21/05/2026 (10:00 Hrs)
- Last Date for Online Application and Fee Payment - 10/06/2026 (up to 23:55 Hrs)
- Extended Last Date for Online Applications - 17/06/2026
- Age Calculated as on - 10/06/2026
- CBT / Trade Test Date - To be notified later on NALCO website and through email/SMS
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| 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 |
Eligibility Criteria for NALCO Technician Jobs and Other Posts
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Operator (HEMM) Gr. IIIPrimary | i) 10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) of 2 years duration in Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) trade OR 1 year duration in Diesel Mechanic Trade. ii) Apprenticeship Certificate in MMV or Diesel Mechanic Trade required iii) Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence mandatory iv) First Aid Training Certificate desirable |
| Mining Mate Gr. III | i) 10th Pass ii) Valid Mining Mate Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Opencast Metalliferous iii) Mines) issued by DGMS iv) First Aid Certificate preferable |
| Jr. Foreman (Mines) | i) Diploma in Mining / Mining Engineering ii) Valid Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Opencast Metalliferous Mines) issued by DGMS |
| Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | i) Full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution ii) Valid Supervisory Certificate of Competency (M.V/H.T/E.H.T) issued by the Electrical Licensing Board, Odisha covering Mining installations |
| SUPT (JOT)-Operator & Operator Gr. III | i) 10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electronics Mechanic / Technician Mechatronics / Electrician / Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic / Fitter Trade (2 years duration) ii) Apprenticeship Certificate required |
| SUPT (JOT)-Fitter & Technician (Fitter) Gr. IIIOperator | i) 10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Fitter Trade (2 years duration) ii) Apprenticeship Certificate required |
| SUPT (JOT)-Electrical & Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | i) 10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electrician Trade (2 years duration) ii) Apprenticeship Certificate required |
| SUPT (JOT)-Laboratory | B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry |
| SUPT (JOT)-Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic & Technician (Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic) Gr. IIIElectrical | i) 10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic Trade (2 years duration) ii) Apprenticeship Certificate required |
Age Limit for NALCO Mining Jobs and Other Posts
| Post Type | General (UR) / EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC / ST | Pw BD UR | Pw BD OBC (NCL) | Pw BD 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 | Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above additionally | Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above additionally | Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above additionally | Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above additionally | Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above additionally |
Application Fee for National Aluminium Company Limited Recruitment
- General (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS Candidates - Rs. 100 (non-refundable)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Land Ousted / Internal Candidates - NIL
Selection Process for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
- 1Stage 1 - Computer-Based Test - Objective-type 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for 100 marks (1 mark for each question). The CBT will have no negative marking and will be conducted in English & Hindi only. CBT will include 60% technical (domain-specific) questions + 40% non-technical questions.
- 2Stage 2 - Trade Test (for some posts only) - Trade Test will have 40% of weight in the selection process.
- 3Stage 3 - Document Verification
- 4Stage 4 - Pre-Employment Medical Examination
Post-wise Selection Mode for NALCO Recruitment 2026
| 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 for NALCO Technician Jobs and Other Posts
- Andhra Pradesh - Visakhapatnam
- Assam - Guwahati
- Maharashtra - Mumbai / Navi Mumbai / Thane / MMR Region
- Delhi - Delhi / NCR
- Odisha - Angul, Balasore, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhawanipatna, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Jeypore, Koraput Rourkela, Sambalpur.
- Tamil Nadu - Chennai
- West Bengal - Kolkata
Salary & Benefits of NALCO Mining Jobs and Other Posts
- 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 & Outdoor at NALCO Hospital
- On Placement (T0 Grade) - Rs. 29,500 - 3% - 70,000 with all regular employees emoluments
- Other Benefits on 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 Government Jobs in PSU?
- 1Visit the official website of NALCO.
- 2Go to the Career Page and click on Registration.
- 3Enter personal details like email ID, phone number, name, and date of birth to register.
- 4After registration, log in with your registration number and carefully fill out the application form.
- 5Select the desired post and fill out all the required details.
- 6Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and all the other required documents.
- 7Review all the details and pay the application fee (if applicable) to submit the form.
Required Documents for Application for NALCO Recruitment 2026
- Left thumb impression
- Hand Written Declaration (in English with Black or Blue ink)
- Date of Birth Proof (Matriculation certificate / school leaving certificate / Matriculation marksheet) in PDF
- Photo Identity Proof (PAN Card/Passport/Driving License/Voter's Card/Bank Passbook with Photograph/Photo ID issued by Gazetted Officer) in PDF
- All Educational Certificates - marksheets and certificates (final and provisional) of 10th, 12th, ITI, Graduation, Diploma (if applicable) in PDF
- Ex-Servicemen eligibility proof
- Valid Employment Exchange Registration Card
- Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License (for Operator HEMM post)
- Valid Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency / Electrical Supervisor's Certificate of Competency / Mining Mate Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS (as applicable)
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
- Latest Category Certificate (as applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- Land Ousted Candidates - all supporting documents including land documents, legal heir certificate and affidavit in prescribed format.
Important Instructions for Candidates of NALCO Recruitment 2026
- Candidates are only allowed to apply for one post. If applied for more than one post, candidature will be rejected from all applications.
- All qualifications and experience must be acquired on or before the last date of application.
- OBC (NCL) certificate mut be issued on or after 01/04/2026.
- Employees of PSUs or Government organization must apply through a proper channel and produce NOC at the Document Verification stge.
- Electronic gadgets like mobile phones, smartwatches or bluetooth are not permitted in the CBT exam hall. If found, it will lead to criminal prosecution.
- Canvassing in any form during any stage of recruitment will lead to disqualification of candidate.
- Any dispute regarding this recruitment will be settled in jurisdiction of Cuttack, Odisha only.

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