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Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) has officially released the detailed notification for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted for Management Trainee (Electrical) posts through GATE 2026 scores. Candidates having Electrical Engineering qualification and valid GATE 2026 score can apply online through the official website of OPTCL.

As per the detailed advertisement, a total of 60 vacancies have been announced for Management Trainee (Electrical) posts. The online application process will begin from 26 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 25 June 2026. Candidates selected through this recruitment process will receive attractive salary package, allowances, training benefits, and long-term PSU career opportunities in Odisha power sector.

📌 Recruitment Overview

📅 Important Dates

📊 Vacancy Details

Category-wise Vacancy Details

Reservation Details

The PwBD backlog vacancies include HI and OL categories and are over and above the advertised 60 posts.

🏢 Job Location

Selected candidates can be posted across various OPTCL, GRIDCO, and SLDC offices throughout Odisha and outside Odisha as per organizational requirements.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized University/Institution.
• Candidates who have passed Section A & B of IE (India) in relevant discipline are also eligible.
• SC/ST/PwBD candidates require minimum 50% marks.

Only candidates possessing required qualification on or before 25 June 2026 are eligible.

GATE Qualification

Applicants must have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026 conducted by IIT Guwahati.

• Valid GATE 2026 Paper Code: EE
• Only GATE 2026 normalized marks out of 100 will be accepted.
• GATE 2025 or previous scores are not valid.

Age Limit

Candidates must be:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 32 Years

Age will be calculated as on 01 May 2026.

Age Relaxation

🧪 Selection Process

The selection process for OPTCL MT Recruitment 2026 includes:

1. Shortlisting based on GATE 2026 Score
2. Personal Interview
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Examination

Candidates will be shortlisted category-wise for interview based on GATE normalized marks.

📊 Weightage of Marks

💰 Salary Details

During training period, selected candidates will receive:

• ₹50,000 per month stipend

After successful completion of training:

• Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
• Level: EE-2
• Post: Assistant Manager (Electrical)

Approximate annual CTC will be around ₹15 Lakhs.

Additional Benefits

Selected candidates will also receive:

• DA
• HRA
• Medical Allowance
• Conveyance Allowance
• Medical Insurance
• Group Personal Accident Insurance
• LTC
• Gratuity
• National Pension System (NPS)
• Loans & Advances

🏋️ Training & Probation

• Training Period: 1 Year
• Probation Period: 12 Months after training

If performance during training is unsatisfactory, training may be extended by six months.

📜 Service Bond

Selected candidates will have to execute a service bond of:

• ₹3,00,000

Candidates must serve the organization for at least 3 years after completion of training.

💳 Application Fee

Application fee is non-refundable.

📄 Documents Required

Candidates need to upload:

• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• 10th Certificate
• Degree Certificate & Marksheet
• GATE 2026 Scorecard
• Odia Pass Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)

📝 How to Apply for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official OPTCL website.
2. Open recruitment section.
3. Click on Management Trainee Recruitment 2026.
4. Register using valid email ID.
5. Enter GATE 2026 Registration Number carefully.
6. Fill application form with personal and educational details.
7. Upload required documents.

8. Pay application fee online.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Take printout for future reference.

⚠️ Important Instructions

• All communications will be sent through registered email ID.
• Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
• Candidates must know Odia language.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.
• No hard copy of application needs to be sent.
• Candidates working in Govt/PSU must produce NOC during interview.

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