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| Recruiting authority | Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) |
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| Last successful check | 15 Nov 2026 |
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- Updated September 11, 2026 12:57 PM
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- Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL), a Government of Odisha Undertaking, has invited applications for the engagement of 100 Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices for a one-year apprenticeship, under Advertisement No. OPTCL-14013/9/2026-T AND D – Part (1) - 14389, dated 29 August 2026. Eligible candidates who are Odisha domiciles can apply online at optcl.co.in from 2 September 2026 to 1 October 2026, after first registering on the NATS/NAPS portal.
- Here is a quick summary of the OPTCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification before the detailed sections below:
- Recruiting body: Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL)
- Posts: Degree Engineering, Degree Non-Engineering, Diploma Technician, and ITI Trade Apprentices
- Total vacancies: 100
- Who can apply: Indian nationals belonging to the state of Odisha, aged 18 years or above, holding the discipline-specific qualification listed in the notification, and registered on the NATS/NAPS portal
- Application start date: 2 September 2026
- Application last date: 1 October 2026
- Application mode: Online, via NATS/NAPS registration followed by the OPTCL website
- Job location: Various units and offices of OPTCL across Odisha
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OPTCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL), a state-owned power utility engaged in the transmission of electricity in Odisha, invites applications from young and meritorious aspirants for engagement as Degree (Engineering and Non-Engineering), Diploma, and Trade (ITI) Apprentices for a period of one year, under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended in 1961, 1973, and 2014). Selection is made on the basis of academic merit, written test, or interview, as required for the respective discipline.
OPTCL Apprentice Important Dates
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OPTCL Apprentice Vacancy 2026
- A total of 100 apprentice seats are on offer across four apprenticeship types and eleven disciplines. As stated in the notification, the number of vacancies against each trade/discipline may change (increase or decrease) as per the requirement of the corporation, and unfilled seats in a specific discipline may be filled from other disciplines within the same apprenticeship type (degree, diploma, or ITI).
- The apprentice seats will be filled as per applicable reservation rules.
OPTCL Apprentice Qualification
- The prescribed qualification must be from a recognised Board/Council/University/Institute, completed as a regular full-time course. As noted in the notification, for Non-Engineering Apprentices, graduation in non-engineering disciplines such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com, or BBA, or equivalent, shall be preferred.
OPTCL Apprentice Other Eligibility Conditions
- Only Indian nationals belonging to the state of Odisha are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have the minimum physical standard prescribed in Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and amendments thereof.
- Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, or who have job experience of one year or more, are not eligible to apply.
- Candidates who are currently appearing for (i.e., have not yet passed) the requisite essential qualifying examination are not eligible to apply.
- Candidates must hold the passing certificate or final year marksheet of the required qualification as on 1 July 2026.
- The gap between the date of joining the Apprenticeship Training and the date of passing the essential qualifying examination must not be more than 3 years, and the qualifying examination must have been passed during Academic Year 2023–24, 2024–25, or 2025–26.
- Candidates must be registered on the NAPS/NATS portal, and their bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of the stipend.
OPTCL Apprentice Age Limit
- The candidate should not be less than 18 years of age as on 1 August 2026. No maximum age limit is specified in the notification.
- Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
OPTCL Apprentice Application Fee
- No application fee is mentioned anywhere in this notification.
OPTCL Apprentice Selection Process
- Selection will be made on the basis of academic merit, written test, or interview, as required for the respective discipline. The notification does not specify a fixed common formula for all disciplines; the exact mode of selection applied may vary by discipline. Key points on the process:
- OPTCL follows a transparent and merit-based apprenticeship selection process.
- No TA/DA or other expenses will be paid to candidates for attending document verification or interview.
- At any stage of the selection process, if a candidate is found to have furnished false or incorrect information, the candidature or engagement is liable to be cancelled.
- The decision of the Management of OPTCL is final and binding on all candidates on all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of the application, mode of selection, and cancellation of the selection process (in part or full). No correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
- Filling up of the seats is solely at the discretion of OPTCL Management, based on the suitability of candidates; no claim will be entertained if some seats remain unfilled due to unsuitability or an insufficient number of candidates.
OPTCL Apprentice Important Instructions
- Incomplete or erroneous applications will be rejected, and no further communication will be entertained in this regard.
- Educational, personal, bank account, and Aadhaar card details must be entered correctly in the candidate's profile on the respective apprenticeship portal login; any discrepancy or lacuna found at any stage will render the candidate ineligible for the apprenticeship training.
- Canvassing or pressuring through any source will disqualify the candidature, and the candidate's name will be removed from OPTCL's official record without prior intimation; OPTCL will not be responsible for such cases.
- OPTCL does not support or allow any form of bribe or unofficial payment; candidates are urged to ignore false claims or promises of influence and to rely only on official OPTCL channels for accurate information. Engaging with unauthorised individuals may lead to disqualification.
- For any clarification, candidates may contact OPTCL via email at [email protected] or by phone at 9438908502.
OPTCL Apprentice Important Links
- Candidates who have completed a Diploma or ITI in Electrical trade can also explore more Odisha Government Jobs and ITI Jobs available across India. Candidates looking for more apprenticeship opportunities can also explore the latest Bhubaneswar Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings within Odisha can check Power Sector Apprentice Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a Degree or Diploma in Engineering can also browse more NATS Apprentice Jobs and PSU Apprentice Jobs matching their qualification
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Q2. How many vacancies are available in OPTCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 100 seats across Degree Engineering, Degree Non-Engineering, Diploma Technician, and ITI Trade Apprentice categories. This number may increase or decrease as per the requirement of the corporation.
Q4. What is the qualification required for OPTCL Apprentice posts?
- Qualification varies by discipline - ranging from a relevant BE/B.Tech or Diploma in Engineering, to a postgraduate qualification for HR/Finance/Law, to an ITI certificate for trade apprentices. See the Qualification section above for the complete discipline-wise list.
Q5. What is the age limit for OPTCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must not be less than 18 years of age as on 1 August 2026. No maximum age limit is specified in the notification.
Q6. What is the OPTCL Apprentice application fee?
- No application fee is mentioned in this notification.
Q8. What is the OPTCL Apprentice selection process?
- Selection is made on the basis of academic merit, written test, or interview, as required for the respective discipline, as explained in the Selection Process section above.
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