NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 268 Technician, Operator & More Posts

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🕒 Last Updated: May 16, 2026
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Job Overview / Summary
Organization National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO)
Post Name Non-Executive Personnel (Operator, Mining Mate, Jr. Foreman, SUPT(JOT), Technician)
Qualification 10th with ITI, Diploma, or B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry as per post
Location Damanjodi, Koraput District, Odisha, Odisha
Salary Rs. 29,500 - Rs. 1,15,000 per month
Last Date to Apply 10 June 2026
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Introduction

National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has announced the NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 for 268 vacancies across various trades. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking a Sarkari Job in the public sector. The online application process begins on 21 May 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official NALCO website. This recruitment drive is for Non-Executive Personnel at the Mines & Refinery Complex in Damanjodi, Odisha. Read on for complete details about eligibility criteria, vacancy distribution, selection process, and important dates.

Organization Overview

National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) and one of Asia's largest integrated Alumina-Aluminium companies. The company has released Advertisement No. 10260213 dated 14 May 2026 for the recruitment of Non-Executive Personnel at its Mines & Refinery (M&R) Complex located in Damanjodi, Koraput District, Odisha. NALCO offers a dynamic work environment with attractive pay scales and benefits.

Post Details

NALCO invites applications for 13 different posts under Non-Executive categories. The posts include Operator (HEMM) Gr. III, Mining Mate Gr. III, Jr. Foreman (Mines), Jr. Foreman (Electrical), SUPT(JOT)-Operator, Operator Gr. III, SUPT(JOT)-Fitter, Technician (Fitter) Gr. III, SUPT(JOT)-Electrical, Technician (Electrical) Gr. III, SUPT(JOT)-Laboratory, SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic, and Technician (Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic) Gr. III.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application (10 June 2026). Qualifications must be from recognized institutes. Only full-time qualifications will be considered. ITI/Diploma/B.Sc. in the specific branch/subjects as mentioned against respective posts will be considered as eligible qualifications. No claim of possession of equivalent qualifications will be entertained.

Educational Qualification (Post-wise)

Sl. No. Post Minimum Requisite Qualification
1Operator (HEMM) Gr. III10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) of 2 years duration in Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) trade or 1 year duration in Diesel Mechanic Trade, with apprenticeship certificate in MMV or Diesel Mechanic Trade. Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence required. First Aid training certificate desirable.
2Mining Mate Gr. III10th with valid Mining Mate Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Opencast Metalliferous Mines) being issued by DGMS. First Aid certificate preferable.
3Jr. Foreman (Mines)Diploma in Mining/Mining Engineering with valid Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency (Restricted to Opencast Metalliferous Mines) being issued by DGMS.
4Jr. Foreman (Electrical)Diploma in Electrical Engineering (full time regular course) from a recognized University/Institution, plus valid Supervisory Certificate of Competency (M.V/H.T/E.H.T) issued by the Electrical Licensing Board, Odisha covering Mining installations.
5SUPT(JOT)-Operator & Operator Gr. III10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electronics Mechanic/Technician Mechatronics/Electrician/Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic/Fitter Trade of 2 years duration, along with apprenticeship certificate.
7 & 8SUPT(JOT)-Fitter & Technician (Fitter) Gr. III10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Fitter Trade of 2 years duration, along with apprenticeship certificate.
9 & 10SUPT(JOT)-Electrical & Technician (Electrical) Gr. III10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Electrician Trade of 2 years duration, along with apprenticeship certificate.
11SUPT(JOT)-LaboratoryB.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry.
12 & 13SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic & Technician (Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic) Gr. III10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) in Instrumentation/Instrument Mechanic Trade of 2 years duration, along with apprenticeship certificate.

Age Limit

Age is calculated as on the last date of online application submission (10 June 2026). Upper age limit is relaxable for various categories. The maximum upper age limit including all relaxations shall not exceed 56 years.

Post TypeGeneral (UR) / EWSOBC (NCL)SC / STPwBD - URPwBD - OBC (NCL)PwBD - SC / ST
SUPT(JOT) posts (Fresher)27 years30 years32 years37 years40 years42 years
Operator / Technician / Mining Mate Gr. III posts (Experienced)35 years38 years40 years45 years48 years50 years
Jr. Foreman posts (Experienced)40 years43 years45 years50 years53 years55 years
Land Ousted Candidates (M&R Complex, Damanjodi)Maximum 40 years as on 10-06-2026 (all categories); age relaxation applicable as above additionally

Application Fee

Application fee is non-refundable. Fee can be paid through net banking, debit card, or UPI. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Land Ousted candidates, and internal candidates are exempted from payment of application fee.

CategoryApplication Fee
General (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS candidatesRs. 100/- (Non-refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Land Ousted / Internal CandidatesExempted (No fee)

Selection Process

The selection process consists of Computer Based Test (CBT) and/or Trade Test, followed by Document Verification and Pre-employment Medical Examination (PEME). For some SUPT(JOT) posts, selection is based on CBT only. For other posts, selection is through both CBT and Trade Test with weightage of 60% for CBT and 40% for Trade Test. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

Computer Based Test (CBT) Details

TypeObjective type - 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), 1 mark each
Duration120 minutes (2 hours)
Question Paper Composition60% Technical (domain specific) + 40% Non-technical (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Knowledge and English)
LanguageEnglish and Hindi only
Negative MarkingNo negative marking

Selection Mode - Post-wise

PostsSelection ModeCBT WeightageTrade 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 only100%-
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 Test60%40%

Important Dates

EventDate
Opening of Online Application Submission21-05-2026 (10:00 Hrs.)
Last Date for Online Application Submission and Fee Payment10-06-2026 (upto 23:55 Hrs.)
Age Calculated As On10-06-2026
CBT / Trade Test DateTo be notified on NALCO website and through email/SMS

Vacancy Details

Vacancies are distributed across UR, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and EWS categories. Additionally, 20 posts (including 10 backlog) are horizontally reserved for PwBD, and 38 posts for Ex-Servicemen.

Sl. No.PostGrade & Pay ScaleTotal Posts
1Operator (HEMM) Gr. IIIT0 grade (Rs. 29500–3%–70000/-)6
2Mining Mate Gr. IIIT0 grade (Rs. 29500–3%–70000/-)21
3Jr. Foreman (Mines)S0 grade (Rs. 36500–3%–115000/-)8
4Jr. Foreman (Electrical)S0 grade (Rs. 36500–3%–115000/-)3
5SUPT(JOT)-OperatorSUPT → JOT → T0 grade55
6Operator Gr. IIIT0 grade (Rs. 29500–3%–70000/-)54
7SUPT(JOT)-FitterSUPT → JOT → T0 grade12
8Technician (Fitter) Gr. IIIT0 grade (Rs. 29500–3%–70000/-)13
9SUPT(JOT)-ElectricalSUPT → JOT → T0 grade35
10Technician (Electrical) Gr. IIIT0 grade (Rs. 29500–3%–70000/-)35
11SUPT(JOT)-LaboratorySUPT → JOT-Lab → T0 grade6
12SUPT(JOT)-Instrumentation / Instrument MechanicSUPT → JOT → T0 grade10
13Technician (Instrumentation / Instrument Mechanic) Gr. IIIT0 grade (Rs. 29500–3%–70000/-)10

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only through the official NALCO website https://www.nalcoindia.com. The online application is a 2-step process: Step-I: Registration and profile creation. Step-II: Login, fill application form, upload documents, and make online payment (if applicable). Candidates are allowed to apply for only one post. Before applying, scan and keep ready: passport-size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, hand-written declaration, and all relevant certificates.

Emoluments & Benefits

Stipend during SUPT Training (12 months)Rs. 12,000/- per month
Stipend during JOT Training - First 12 monthsRs. 15,000/- per month
Stipend during JOT Training - Remaining periodRs. 15,500/- per month
Medical Facility during TrainingIndoor and Outdoor at NALCO Hospital
On Placement (T0 Grade)Rs. 29,500 – 3% – 70,000/- with all regular employee emoluments
Other Benefits on PlacementTransport 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

NALCO Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive by National Aluminium Company Limited for Non-Executive Personnel at its Mines & Refinery (M&R) Complex in Damanjodi, Odisha under Advertisement No. 10260213. The notification covers various Operator, Mining Mate, Jr. Foreman, SUPT(JOT), and Technician posts in different trades.
The online application process starts on 21 May 2026 at 10:00 hours and closes on 10 June 2026 up to 23:55 hours. The Computer Based Test and Trade Test dates will be notified later on the official NALCO website and via email/SMS.
Available posts include Operator (HEMM) Gr. III, Mining Mate Gr. III, Jr. Foreman (Mines), Jr. Foreman (Electrical), various SUPT(JOT) posts, Operator Gr. III, and Technician posts in Fitter, Electrical, and Instrumentation disciplines. These posts fall under T0 and S0 non-executive grades with specified pay scales.
Candidates must have full-time qualifications like 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET), relevant trade apprenticeship certificates, B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry, or Diploma in Mining/Electrical Engineering as specified for each post. Only qualifications in the prescribed branches or trades from recognized institutes will be accepted, and equivalent qualifications are not considered.
For SUPT(JOT) posts (fresher), the upper age limit is 27 years for UR/EWS, 30 years for OBC (NCL), and 32 years for SC/ST candidates, with higher limits for PwBD as per category. For Operator/Technician/Mining Mate and Jr. Foreman posts, the maximum upper age including all relaxations cannot exceed 56 years.
General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates must pay a non-refundable application fee of 100 rupees through online payment modes like net banking, cards, or UPI. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Land Ousted candidates, and internal candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee.
The selection process comprises a Computer Based Test, Trade Test for certain posts, followed by document verification and pre-employment medical examination. For some SUPT(JOT) posts selection is based only on CBT, while for Operator, Technician, Mining Mate, and Jr. Foreman posts selection is based on combined CBT and Trade Test scores with 60:40 weightage.
The CBT is an objective test of 100 multiple choice questions of one mark each conducted for 120 minutes. The paper consists of 60 percent domain-specific technical questions and 40 percent non-technical questions from quantitative aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge, and English, with no negative marking.
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