National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Schedule “A” Navratna Central PSU under the Ministry of Mines, has released the NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Operator, Technician, Foreman posts. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for PSU jobs in 2026 in India. A total of 268 vacancies have been announced, and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
This article provides complete details, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary, important dates, and how to apply online for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026.
NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 268 posts (13 different post types).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 |
| Recruitment Body | National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) |
| Advertisement No. | 10260213 |
| Posts Name | Operator, Technician, Foreman (13 different post types) |
| Total Vacancies | 268 Posts |
| Job Type | PSU Jobs |
| Qualifications | 10th pass + 2-year ITI, B.Sc. |
| Application Date | 21 May to 10 June 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT), Trade Test, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Job Location | M&R Complex, Damanjodi (Koraput, Odisha) |
| Official Website | www.nalcoindia.com |
Vacancies Details – NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Operator (HEMM) Gr. III | T0 | 6 |
| Mining Mate Gr. III | T0 | 21 |
| Jr. Foreman (Mines) | S0 | 8 |
| Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | S0 | 3 |
| SUPT(JOT) – Operator | Trainee | 55 |
| Operator Gr. III | T0 | 54 |
| SUPT(JOT) – Fitter | Trainee | 12 |
| Technician (Fitter) Gr. III | T0 | 13 |
| SUPT(JOT) – Electrical | Trainee | 35 |
| Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | T0 | 35 |
| SUPT(JOT) – Laboratory | Trainee | 6 |
| SUPT(JOT) – Instrumentation | Trainee | 10 |
| Technician (Instrumentation) Gr. III | T0 | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
Candidates must carefully check eligibility before applying for this PSU Jobs vacancy in 2026. Only eligible candidates will be considered during document verification.
Educational Qualification
- Operator (HEMM) Gr. III: 10th pass + 2-year ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Mechanic Motor Vehicle or 1-year ITI in Diesel Mechanic with apprenticeship + Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
- Mining Mate Gr. III: 10th pass + valid DGMS Mining Mate Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Open-cast Metalliferous Mines).
- Jr. Foreman (Mines): Diploma in Mining / Mining Engineering + DGMS Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency.
- Jr. Foreman (Electrical): Full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering + valid Electrical Supervisor’s Certificate (MV/HT/EHT) from the Electrical Licensing Board, Odisha.
- SUPT/JOT (Operator/Fitter/Electrical/Instrumentation): 10th pass + 2-year ITI in the relevant trade with apprenticeship certificate.
- SUPT(JOT) – Laboratory: B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry.
- Technician (Fitter/Electrical/Instrumentation) Gr. III: 10th pass + 2-year ITI in the relevant trade + apprenticeship + 2 years’ work experience in the relevant field.
Age Limit (as on 10 June 2026)
- SUPT/JOT trainees: up to 27 years
- Gr. III (T0 grade) posts: up to 35 years
- Jr. Foreman (S0 grade) posts: up to 40 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD-UR | 10 years |
| PwBD-OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD-SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | as per GoI rules |
Latest Jobs
Salary / Pay Scale
- T0 Grade (Technician/Operator Gr. III): Rs 29,500 – 3% – Rs 70,000 (IDA)
- S0 Grade (Junior Foreman): Rs 36,500 – 3% – Rs 1,15,000 (IDA)
- SUPT Trainee (first 12 months): stipend Rs 12,000 per month
- JOT Trainee (12 + 18 months): stipend Rs 15,000 then Rs 15,500 per month
- After Training: Placed in T0 grade Rs 29,500 – 70,000 with regular employee benefits.
Application Fee
Category-wise application fee is as under.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs 100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Land Ousted / Internal | No Fee |
Selection Process
The selection process for the latest PSU jobs recruitment in 2026 is designed to evaluate both theoretical knowledge and practical coaching ability. The notified stages are the following:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 objective MCQs, 100 marks, 120 minutes, 60% technical questions and 40% non-technical (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, GK, English). No negative marking. Languages: English and Hindi.
- Trade Test — only for Sl. 1, 2, 6, 8, 10 and 13 (Operator/Technician/Gr. III posts). CBT and Trade Test weighted 60:40 for final merit.
- Document Verification — original certificates, caste/EWS proof, experience and ITI/Diploma documents.
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) — medical fitness as per NALCO Medical Board norms.
How to Apply for NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online for this NALCO Non-Executive recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
- Scroll down and go to the Important Links section.
- Click on the “Online Apply Link” and complete the registration process.
- Next stage, click on “Online Apply Link” and Login.
- Enter all your personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category and Submit the form.
- Take a printout of the application form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 14 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 June 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | Update Soon |
Important Links
| Online Apply Link | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
Q.1 What is the application start date for the NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026?
The online application process is 21 May 2026.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for the NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 10 June 2026.
Q.3 How many vacancies are available in the NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 268 vacancies.
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