Overview
The National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), one of India’s leading public sector undertakings, is hiring 110 Graduate Engineer Trainees across three engineering disciplines. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh engineering graduates to launch their careers with a reputed organization. The recruitment is based on GATE-2025 scores, making it a transparent and merit-based selection process.
🏢 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) |
| Post Name | Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) |
| Sector | Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) |
💼 Total Vacancies & Post Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 110 |
| Post Type | Trainee/Entry Level |
| Job Type | Permanent (after 1-year training) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | www.nalcoindia.com |
📊 Vacancy Distribution by Discipline and Category
| Discipline | Total Posts | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 59 | 26 | 6 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 6 |
| Electrical Engineering | 27 | 12 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Chemical Engineering | 24 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 110 | 50 | 11 | 28 | 14 | 7 | 13 |
Note: UR = Unreserved, EWS = Economically Weaker Sections, OBC = Other Backward Classes, SC = Scheduled Caste, ST = Scheduled Tribe, PwBD = Persons with Disability
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Released | 30th December 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 2nd January 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | 22nd January 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 22nd January 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Date to Determine Age Limit | 22nd January 2026 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications Required
To be eligible for this position, you need:
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology
- From a UGC-recognized Indian university or AICTE-approved institution
- Minimum 65% marks in aggregate for General/EWS/OBC(NCL) candidates
- Minimum 55% marks in aggregate for SC/ST/PwBD candidates
- Marks calculation: Average of all semesters/years
Discipline-Specific Requirements:
- Mechanical: Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Chemical: Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering or M.Tech in Applied Chemistry
Who Can Apply:
- Final-year engineering students can apply provided they pass the exam with required percentage by the interview date
- Fresh graduates with excellent academic performance
- No prior work experience required
Important Note: If your university awards grades instead of marks, convert them to equivalent percentage as per your university’s norms and mention in the application.
💰 Salary & Benefits During Training & After Selection
During 1-Year Training Period:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 1,40,000 per month |
| Starting Basic Pay | Rs. 40,000/- |
| Additional Benefits | Dearness Allowance (DA) |
| Performance Related Pay (PRP) | |
| Bachelor accommodation | |
| Medical facilities | |
| Cafeteria benefits | |
| Superannuation benefits |
After Successful Training (Upon Absorption):
- Designation: Assistant Manager (E1 grade)
- Pay Scale: Rs. 60,000 – Rs. 1,80,000 per month (with 3% increments)
- Additional Increment: 1 additional increment granted
⏳ Age Limit & Relaxations
Maximum Age Limit: 30 years (as on 22nd January 2026)
Age Relaxations Available:
- SC/ST candidates: Additional 5 years
- OBC (NCL) candidates: Additional 3 years
- PwBD (UR category): Additional 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): Additional 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): Additional 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India directives
- Departmental candidates: No upper age limit
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 500/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Departmental | Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable) |
Payment Method: Online through SBI Collect portal using net banking, debit card, or UPI
🎯 Selection Process & Criteria
The selection process is completely based on GATE-2025 scores combined with a personal interview:
Step 1: Shortlisting
- Candidates are shortlisted based on GATE-2025 marks in relevant discipline
- Shortlisting follows 1:10 ratio (10 candidates per vacancy) discipline-wise and category-wise
Step 2: Personal Interview
- Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview
- Interview assesses technical knowledge and aptitude
Step 3: Final Selection
- Final selection merit list is prepared based on combined score
Weightage Distribution:
- GATE-2025 Score: 90%
- Personal Interview: 10%
GATE Requirements:
- Must have appeared in GATE-2025 in relevant discipline
- Relevant disciplines: Mechanical Engineering (ME), Electrical Engineering (EE), Chemical Engineering (CH)
- Only GATE-2025 scores are valid (no other GATE exam years accepted)
⚙️ Key Documents Required
During the application and selection process, you need to provide:
At the Time of Application:
- Recent passport-size color photograph (same as GATE-2025 application)
- Digital signature (identical to GATE application)
- GATE-2025 admit card
- GATE-2025 score card
- SBI Collect payment receipt
At the Time of Interview:
- Relieving letter or NOC (if working in a PSU/Government organization)
- Income and Assets Certificate (if EWS candidate, valid for FY 2025-26)
- OBC-NCL certificate (if OBC candidate, issued in FY 2025-26)
- Medical fitness certificate as per NALCO standards
At the Time of Joining:
- Relieving order (if already employed)
- Service agreement bond (Rs. 3,00,000 or Rs. 4,00,000 for overseas training)
- Medical examination results
📑 How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to complete your application:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
- Go to www.nalcoindia.com
- Navigate to the Careers section
Step 2: Register & Fill Application
- Click “Apply Now” button
- Register with your correct credentials
- Fill the online application form with all required details
Step 3: Proceed Systematically
- Complete the form step by step
- Enter your GATE registration number correctly
- Fill personal, educational, and professional details accurately
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
- At Step 4 of the application, click “Pay Application Fee through SBI Collect”
- You’ll be redirected to SBI’s payment portal
Step 5: Complete Payment Details
- Select “Odisha” under State of Corporate/Institution
- Select “PSU – Public Sector Undertaking” under type
- Choose “NATIONAL ALUMINIUM COMPANY LTD” from the list
- Select appropriate payment category:
- “GET Rectt- GATE 2025 (For UR/OBC/EWS)” OR
- “GET Rectt- GATE 2025 (For SC/ST/PwBD/DEPTT.)”
- Fill GATE registration number, name, discipline, category, date of birth, email, and mobile number
Step 6: Make Payment
- Pay using: Net Banking, Debit Card, or UPI
- Note down the SBI Collect Reference Number provided after successful payment
Step 7: Upload Documents
- Upload scanned copies (PDF/JPG format):
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- GATE admit card
- GATE score card
- SBI Collect payment receipt
Step 8: Review & Submit
- Carefully review all information
- Verify GATE registration number and name match your GATE admit card
- Click “Final Submission”
Step 9: Save Confirmation
- A unique application number will be generated
- You’ll receive this number via email and SMS
- Print and save the application form for your records
📘 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.nalcoindia.com |
| Apply Online | Career Page on NALCO Website |
| Official Notification | Check NALCO Career Portal for detailed PDF |
✅ Important Terms & Conditions
Before applying, please note:
- Only fresh engineering graduates and final-year students are eligible
- GATE-2025 qualification is mandatory for all candidates (desirable qualification became essential)
- Service bond commitment of 4 years after training completion is mandatory
- Selected candidates must undergo 1 year on-the-job training
- You may be posted at any NALCO facility in India or abroad
- Candidates from PSU/Government organizations must submit NOC at interview
- Only online applications are accepted; no manual or paper applications
- Your email ID must remain active for at least one year
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify your application
- Only one application per discipline allowed; multiple applications will lead to rejection
- Any dispute regarding recruitment will be settled under Cuttack jurisdiction only
🎓 Eligibility Checklist
Before applying, make sure you meet ALL these criteria:
- ✅ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology completed or final year student
- ✅ Minimum 65% (UR/EWS/OBC) or 55% (SC/ST/PwBD) marks in aggregate
- ✅ Degree from UGC-recognized university or AICTE-approved institution
- ✅ Have appeared in GATE-2025 in relevant discipline (ME/EE/CH)
- ✅ Age not more than 30 years as on 22/01/2026 (with applicable relaxations)
- ✅ Indian national
- ✅ Physically fit as per NALCO medical standards
- ✅ Ready to serve the company for 4 years (including 1-year training)
📞 Quick Reference
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Positions | 110 Graduate Engineer Trainees |
| Disciplines | Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical |
| Education Required | B.Tech/B.E in relevant discipline |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 (General) / Rs. 100 (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Method | GATE-2025 Score (90%) + Interview (10%) |
| Starting Salary | Rs. 40,000 per month (during training) |
| Final Salary | Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 (after training) |
| Application Deadline | 22nd January 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.nalcoindia.com |
💡 Pro Tips for Success
- GATE Score Matters: Focus on scoring well in GATE-2025 as it carries 90% weightage
- Accurate Information: Double-check all details, especially your GATE registration number
- Document Clarity: Ensure uploaded documents are clear and match GATE application
- Interview Preparation: Prepare well for the interview; make the best impression in this 10% weightage
- Deadline Discipline: Submit before 5 PM on 22nd January 2026
- Email Active: Keep your email active for all future communication from NALCO
- Service Bond: Be prepared to commit 4 years of service to the organization
Last Updated: 30th December 2025
For the most recent updates and complete notification details, visit www.nalcoindia.com
