PSU Job Alert! National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) has released the Assistant Chemist Trainee (ACT) Recruitment 2026 notification for 40 posts. Apply online from 26 June – 10 July 2026 at careers.ntpc.co.in. M.Sc Chemistry graduates eligible.
Overview
| Organization | National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) Limited |
| Post Name | Assistant Chemist Trainee (ACT) |
| Total Vacancies | 40 |
| Pay During Training | As per NTPC Trainee norms (approx ₹40,000/month) |
| Apply Portal | careers.ntpc.co.in |
| Official Website | ntpc.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 26 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Age Limit Calculation Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Vacancy Details – Category Wise
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|
| Assistant Chemist Trainee (ACT) | 17 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 40 |
Age Limit (as on 10 July 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 18 – 27 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 – 30 Years (+3 yrs) |
| SC / ST | 18 – 32 Years (+5 yrs) |
| PH (PwD) | +10 Years relaxation |
Educational Qualification
- M.Sc in Chemistry (Master of Science in Chemistry) from any recognized university
- Minimum 60% marks in M.Sc Chemistry
- SC/ST/PH candidates: Passing marks are sufficient
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PH (PwD) / Female | Free (No Fee) |
Selection Process
- Online Application (26 June – 10 July 2026)
- Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
- Training Period – 1 year as Trainee
- Regular Appointment as Chemist upon successful completion
How to Apply
- Visit: careers.ntpc.co.in
- Click on "Recruitment" → Assistant Chemist Trainee 2026
- Register with Email ID and Mobile Number
- Fill in educational and personal details
- Upload scanned photo and signature
- Pay application fee (₹500 for Gen/EWS/OBC; Free for SC/ST/PH/Female)
- Submit and note your Application Number
Pro Tip: NTPC ACT is one of the few direct PSU chemistry trainee roles open to M.Sc Chemistry graduates without a GATE score. Only 40 vacancies make it highly competitive. The written exam typically covers Physical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry at postgraduate level, plus general aptitude. Female candidates and SC/ST/PH applicants pay no fee — apply without hesitation. After the 1-year training period, ACTs are regularized as Chemists under NTPC E1 pay scale with full PSU benefits (HRA, medical, LTA, provident fund). Last date is 10 July — apply early.
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