| Organisation | North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) — A Government of India Enterprise | Miniratna Category-I PSU |
| Advertisement No. | NEEPCO/03/2026 | Dated: 11 August 2026 |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) — S-1 Grade |
| Total Vacancies | 07 Posts |
| Pay Scale | IDA ₹29,300 – ₹1,19,700/month | Minimum CTC: ~₹59,000/month |
| Qualification | Full-time Regular Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical / Production Engineering — min 70% marks (UR/EWS) | Pass marks for SC/ST |
| Age Limit | UR/EWS: 30 years | ST/SC: 35 years — as on 01-01-2026 | Ex-SM: +10 years over UR/ST/SC limits |
| Domicile | Tripura domicile only — must be registered at Agartala OR Sepahijala Employment Exchange |
| Application Opens | 11 August 2026 (00:01 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Application Fee | NO FEE — Completely Free |
| Selection Process | Written Test: Aptitude Test (60 MCQ) + Technical Test (40 MCQ) | 2 hours | No Skill Test |
| Training Period | 2 years at NEEPCO sites | Service Bond: ₹1,00,000 + GST (UR/EWS) | ₹50,000 + GST (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Apply Online | neepco.co.in → Careers |
| Contact | recruitment@neepco.co.in |
📅 Last Date: 31 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
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About NEEPCO Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026
North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) — a Miniratna Category-I PSU under the Government of India, headquartered at Shillong, Meghalaya — has released Advertisement No. NEEPCO/03/2026 for 7 Junior Engineer posts (Electrical and Mechanical) at its power stations in Tripura. This recruitment is exclusively for candidates holding Tripura state domicile and registered at Agartala or Sepahijala Employment Exchange. Applications are open online from 11 to 31 August 2026 at neepco.co.in.
📊 Station-wise & Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Power Station | Location | Employment Exchange | Post (Grade) | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agartala Gas Based Power Station | Agartala, Ramchandranagar, Tripura | Agartala Employment Exchange | JE Electrical (S-1) — Post HR/356/11/E | ST-01 | SC-01 | 02 |
| JE Mechanical (S-1) — Post HR/356/11/M | UR-01 | ST-01 | 02 | |||
| Tripura Gas Based Power Station | Monarchak, PO-Dhanpur, Sonamura, Sepahijala District, West Tripura | Sepahijala Employment Exchange | JE Electrical (S-1) — Post HR/356/19/E | UR-01 | 01 |
| JE Mechanical (S-1) — Post HR/356/19/M | UR-01 | EWS-01 | 02 | |||
| TOTAL | 07 | ||||
Age reckoned as on 01-01-2026. UR: 30 yrs | ST/SC: 35 yrs | EWS: 30 yrs. ST-01 post at Agartala (Electrical) has age limit 35 yrs.
🎓 Eligibility — Essential Qualification
| Post | Category | Qualification Required |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | SC / ST | Full-time Regular Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering from State Technical Board or Recognised Institute — Pass marks for SC/ST |
| UR / EWS | Full-time Regular Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering with minimum 70% marks from State Technical Board or Recognised Institute | |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | ST | Full-time Regular Diploma in Mechanical / Production Engineering — Pass marks for ST |
| UR / EWS | Full-time Regular Diploma in Mechanical / Production Engineering with minimum 70% marks |
✅ Course must be approved by BTE / State Technical Education Board
✅ Full-time Regular Course only — Distance Learning Mode NOT eligible
✅ All qualifications from Indian Institutes recognised by BTE/AICTE or appropriate statutory authority
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) / EWS | 30 years |
| ST / SC | 35 years (inclusive of 5 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR/EWS) | 40 years (+10 over UR limit) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ST/SC) | 45 years (+10 over ST/SC limit) |
💰 Training & Compensation Package
| Training Period | 2 years at identified NEEPCO sites |
| Pay Scale (IDA) | ₹29,300 – ₹1,19,700/month (S-1 Grade) |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹29,300/month |
| Monthly Emoluments (approx.) | ₹29,300 (Basic) + DA + HRA (if no accommodation) + Cafeteria @ 35% of Basic + Location Based Allowance @ 10% + PF contribution @ 12% of Basic+DA + NEDCSS @ 9% of Basic+DA |
| Minimum Monthly CTC | ~₹59,000/month |
| Other Benefits | Leave | Medical (self + spouse + 2 children + dependent parents) | Performance Related Pay (PRP) | Gratuity | Uniform | Communication expenses | Furniture reimbursement |
🔒 Service Agreement Bond
| Category | Bond Amount | Service Commitment |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | ₹1,00,000 + GST | Minimum 3 years after completion of 2-year training |
| SC / ST / Physically Challenged | ₹50,000 + GST |
📝 Selection Process — Written Test Details
- Aptitude Test — 60 multiple choice questions covering General English, Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning
- Each question: 1 mark | Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Qualifying: 40% marks (UR/EWS) | 30% marks (SC/ST) — qualifying nature only
- Technical Test — 40 multiple choice questions in respective engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical)
- Each question: 1 mark | Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Qualifying: 40% marks (UR/EWS) | 30% marks (SC/ST)
Total duration: 2 hours | Appointment based on merit | No Skill Test | TA/DA paid to candidates appearing for written test
💸 Application Fee
100% Free — No fee for any category
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 11 August 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 11 August 2026 (00:01 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Written Test Date | To be announced via neepco.co.in |
📋 How to Apply
- Visit neepco.co.in → Careers section
- The portal is functional from 11 August 2026 (00:01 Hrs)
- Register with a valid email ID (keep active for at least 1 year — all correspondence via portal)
- Ensure you are registered at Agartala OR Sepahijala Employment Exchange with Tripura domicile
- Fill the online application form accurately — post code, discipline, category, personal and educational details
- Upload required documents
- Submit before 31 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs) — no other mode accepted
- Download admit card from the NEEPCO Recruitment Portal (not sent by post)
⚠️ Change of email not allowed once submitted. All communication via recruitment portal only.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Total vacancies in NEEPCO JE Recruitment 2026?
7 posts — JE Electrical (3: ST-1, SC-1 at Agartala; UR-1 at Tripura GPS) and JE Mechanical (4: UR-1, ST-1 at Agartala; UR-1, EWS-1 at Tripura GPS).
Q2. Last date to apply?
31 August 2026 (23:59 Hrs) at neepco.co.in. Application opens 11 August 2026.
Q3. Is Tripura domicile mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must be registered at Agartala Employment Exchange OR Sepahijala Employment Exchange possessing Tripura state domicile. Candidates from other states are not eligible.
Q4. What is the qualification required?
Full-time Regular Diploma in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics (for JE Electrical) or Mechanical/Production Engineering (for JE Mechanical). Minimum 70% marks for UR/EWS. Pass marks for SC/ST. Distance learning NOT eligible.
Q5. What is the salary?
IDA Pay Scale S-1 Grade — starting ₹29,300/month. Minimum monthly CTC approximately ₹59,000/month including DA, HRA, Cafeteria allowance, Location Based Allowance, PF and NEDCSS contributions.
Q6. What is the application fee?
No fee at all — completely free for all categories.
Q7. What is the age limit?
UR/EWS: 30 years | ST/SC: 35 years — as on 01 January 2026. Ex-Servicemen: +10 years over respective category limit.
Q8. What is the selection process?
Written Test: Aptitude Test (60 MCQ, qualifying) + Technical Test (40 MCQ) — 2 hours total, 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer. Appointment based on merit. No Skill Test. TA/DA paid for appearing in exam.
Q9. What is the service bond?
Selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹1,00,000 + GST (UR/EWS) or ₹50,000 + GST (SC/ST/PwBD) to serve NEEPCO for minimum 3 years after completing 2-year training.
Q10. What stations are covered?
Agartala Gas Based Power Station (Agartala, Ramchandranagar) and Tripura Gas Based Power Station (Monarchak, Sepahijala District, West Tripura).
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