NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Organization National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) – A Navratna PSU
Advertisement No. 10260213 dated 14.05.2026
Post Names Operator (HEMM), Mining Mate, Jr. Foreman, SUPT(JOT), Technician (Fitter, Electrical, Instrumentation) & Others
Total Vacancies 268 Posts
Pay Scale ₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000/- (T0/S0 Grade) + Perks (35% of Basic) + Allowances
Job Location Mines & Refinery (M&R) Complex, Damanjodi, Koraput District, Odisha
Application Mode Online Only
Official Website nalcoindia.com

Important Dates

Notification Released 14 May 2026
Online Application Start Date 21 May 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online 10 June 2026 (11:55 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment 10 June 2026 (11:59 PM)
CBT / Trade Test Date To Be Announced (via NALCO website and Email/SMS)

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Post Name Grade / Pay Scale Qualification Required Experience
Operator (HEMM) Gr. III T0 Grade (₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000) 10th Pass + ITI (2 yr) in Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) Trade OR 1 yr ITI in Diesel Mechanic Trade + Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence As per notification
Mining Mate Gr. III S0 Grade 10th Pass + ITI + Valid Mining Mate Certificate of Competency (Opencast Metalliferous Mines) issued by DGMS As per notification
Jr. Foreman (Mines) S0 Grade 10th Pass + ITI + Valid Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency (Opencast Metalliferous Mines) issued by DGMS As per notification
Jr. Foreman (Electrical) S0 Grade 10th Pass + ITI (Electrician Trade) + Valid Electrical Supervisor’s Certificate of Competency issued by State Electrical Licensing Boards As per notification
SUPT(JOT) – Electrical T0 Grade (₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000) 10th Pass + 2-yr ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electrician Trade + Apprenticeship Certificate Training: 12 months SUPT + 18 months JOT, then T0 Grade
Technician (Electrical) Gr. III T0 Grade (₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000) 10th Pass + 2-yr ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electrician Trade + Apprenticeship Certificate 2 years relevant experience
SUPT(JOT) – Laboratory T0 Grade (₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000) B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry Training: 12 months SUPT + 18 months JOT-Lab, then T0 Grade
SUPT(JOT) – Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic T0 Grade (₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000) 10th Pass + 2-yr ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic Trade + Apprenticeship Certificate Training period
Technician (Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic) Gr. III T0 Grade (₹29,500 – 3% – ₹70,000) 10th Pass + 2-yr ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic Trade + Apprenticeship Certificate 2 years relevant experience

Note: Complete post-wise, category-wise vacancy breakdown is available in the official notification PDF. Total vacancies: 268 Posts (including 20 PwBD reserved posts and 38 Ex-Servicemen reserved posts on horizontal basis).

Application Fee

UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS ₹100/- (Non-Refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Land Ousted / Internal Candidates Exempted (No Fee)
Payment Mode Online – Dedicated Bank Account / Net Banking / Debit Card / UPI

Age Limit (as on Last Date of Application: 10 June 2026)

Age Range (Post-wise) 27 to 45 Years (varies by post – refer official notification)
SC / ST 5 Years relaxation
OBC (NCL) 3 Years relaxation
PwBD (UR) 10 Years relaxation
Ex-Servicemen As per Govt. of India guidelines
Land Ousted Candidates Maximum age: 40 years as on 10 June 2026

Important Points

  • One Post Only: A candidate can apply for only ONE post. Applying for multiple posts will lead to rejection of all applications.
  • Navratna PSU: NALCO is a Navratna Central PSU under the Ministry of Mines, Govt. of India — offering excellent pay, perks (35% of basic pay), HRA/Company accommodation, medical benefits, NPS pension, and more.
  • Location – Damanjodi, Odisha: All vacancies are for NALCO’s Mines & Refinery Complex, Damanjodi, Koraput District, Odisha. Candidates must be willing to work at this location.
  • OBC(NCL) Certificate: Must be issued on or after 01 April 2026. EWS Income & Asset Certificate must also be issued on or after 01 April 2026 (FY 2025–26 basis).
  • Apprenticeship Mandatory: For most ITI-based posts, a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) with requisite endorsement is required.
  • No Changes After Submission: Once the application form is submitted, no changes/edits will be allowed under any circumstances.
  • PSU/Govt. Employees: Must apply through proper channel and produce NOC at document verification. Failure to produce NOC will result in cancellation of candidature.
  • Email Validity: The Email ID entered in the application must remain valid for one year from the CBT date. All future communications will be via email only.

Selection Process

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) – Objective type written exam. Candidates are shortlisted based on CBT performance.
  2. Trade Test – Qualifying in nature (applicable for specific posts). No marks awarded.
  3. Document Verification – Original certificates, category documents, experience certificates etc. to be produced.
  4. Pre-Employment Medical Examination – Final appointment subject to medical fitness as per NALCO norms.

Note: NALCO reserves the right to cancel / restrict / modify / alter the recruitment process without assigning any reason. All disputes will be settled within the jurisdiction of Cuttack only.

How to Apply for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the official NALCO website: www.nalcoindia.com
  2. Go to the Career Page → Current Openings → “Recruitment of Non-Executive Personnel – M&R Complex, Damanjodi – 2026”
  3. Step I – Registration: Register and create a profile on the portal with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  4. Step II – Application: Log in with credentials received on email, fill in the complete application form, upload all required documents, and pay the application fee (if applicable).
  5. Required documents to scan and upload: Passport-size photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm, 20–50 KB), Signature (10–20 KB), Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration, and all relevant certificates.
  6. Verify all details carefully before final submission. No changes allowed post-submission.
  7. Submit the form and save the acknowledgement/confirmation receipt for future reference.

Disclaimer: All information on this page has been sourced directly from the official notification (Advt. No. 10260213) issued by National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO). MyFreeJobAlert.in does not add or modify any information. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. For any discrepancy, the official notification shall prevail.

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