OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 202

Organization	Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (A Government of Odisha Undertaking), Bhubaneswar
Post Name	Management Trainee (Electrical) – to be absorbed as Assistant Manager (Electrical) on completion of training
Total Vacancies	60 (W:20) + Backlog posts for Ex-SM, PwBD (over and above 60)
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	India
Last Updated	27 May 2026

Important Dates

Application Start	26-05-2026 (04:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply	25-06-2026 (11:59 PM)
Interview Date	Will be notified on OPTCL website after shortlisting
Event	Date
Date Of Advertisement	19/05/2026
Application Start Date	26-05-2026 (04:00 PM)
Last Date To Apply	25-06-2026 (11:59 PM)
Age Calculated As On	01-05-2026
Educational Qualification Cut-Off Date	25-06-2026 (Last date of application)
Sebc Certificate Validity Cut-Off	Certificate must be dated on or after 01-05-2025

Application Fee

General / UR

Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000/- + GST of Rs. 180/-) + Online transaction charges

SC

Rs. 590/- (Rs. 500/- + GST of Rs. 90/-) + Online transaction charges

Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee through online mode only (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI). Online transaction charges shall be borne by the candidate. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstance. OPTCL departmental candidates (regular employees only) are exempted from payment of fee.

Age Limit

Age Relaxation	Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 32 years as on 01-05-2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of Odisha guidelines. The prescribed age limits cannot be relaxed beyond notified provisions. SC, ST, and SEBC relaxation is applicable only for posts reserved for the respective category. PwBD candidates are eligible for cumulative age relaxation over and above category (SC/ST/SEBC) relaxation.

Age Relaxation

Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years and maximum of 32 years as on 01-05-2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of Odisha guidelines. The prescribed age limits cannot be relaxed beyond notified provisions. SC, ST, and SEBC relaxation is applicable only for posts reserved for the respective category. PwBD candidates are eligible for cumulative age relaxation over and above category (SC/ST/SEBC) relaxation.

Qualification / Eligibility

Education Qualification	Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering with minimum 60% marks in aggregate from a recognized University/Institution; OR Passing of Section A & B of IE (India) in relevant discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, minimum 50% marks required.
Details	Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions regarding GATE 2026 score, educational qualification, and age as on the respective cut-off dates. Only candidates with a valid GATE 2026 score in the EE (Electrical Engineering) paper and Odia language proficiency are eligible to apply through the OPTCL website.

Vacancy Details

Sr.	Post Name
1	Management Trainee (Electrical)

Category-wise Vacancy

Category	Posts
Post Name	Management Trainee (Electrical)
Current Posts	01
Backlog Posts	-
Description	One leg affected (R or L)

Salary & Pay Scale

Pay Scale	Rs. 50,000/- per month (during 1-year training period)

Selection Process

1Parameter Weightage

2GATE 2026 Marks (Normalized, out of 100) 90%

3Personal Interview 10%

4Total 100%

5Selection will be based on GATE 2026 score and Personal Interview. No separate w

6Stage 1 – GATE 2026 Score-Based Shortlisting

7Candidates will be shortlisted category-wise for Personal Interview based on the

8Stage 2 – Personal Interview and Document Verification

9Shortlisted candidates will be required to get documents verified through the Di

10GATE 2026 Admit Card

11and GATE 2026 Score Card at the time of interview. Government/PSU employees must

12Stage 3 – Medical Examination

13Final appointment is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit as pe

14Weightage of Different Parameters

How to Apply

1Candidates must apply online only through the OPTCL website (www.optcl.co.in). No other mode of application will be accepted. No hard copy of the application is required to be sent to any address. Before applying, candidates must have their GATE 2026 Registration Number, valid GATE 2026 Score Card, Odia Pass Certificate, degree certificate and mark sheets, and other required documents ready in prescribed format for upload.
2Documents Required to be Uploaded (Scanned Self-Attested Copies):
3Recent colour passport-size photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, 25KB–50KB)
4Signature (.jpg/.jpeg, 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm, 25KB–35KB)
5Date of Birth proof / 10th Pass Certificate (.pdf/.jpg/.jpeg)
6Essential Qualification Pass Certificate and Mark Sheet – Degree Certificate and Mark Sheet (.pdf/.jpg/.jpeg)
7GATE 2026 Score Card – colour scanned copy (Normalized Marks out of 100) (.pdf/.jpg/.jpeg)
8Odia Pass Certificate (.pdf/.jpg/.jpeg)
9Caste/Category certificate as applicable (SC/ST/SEBC/PwBD/Ex-SM/Sports Person)
10Documents to be Produced at the time of Personal Interview:
11Printout of the finally submitted Online Application form
12Original GATE 2026 Admit Card and GATE 2026 Score Card
13Original documents verified through Digi Locker application as per procedure intimated in the interview call letter
14Valid original Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License); photocopies of ID are not acceptable
15All original educational certificates and mark sheets from 10th onwards
16Original caste/category certificate in prescribed format (SC/ST/SEBC/PwBD/Ex-SM/Sports Person) as applicable
17No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently working in State/Central Government/PSU/Autonomous Body
18Identity Card issued by Director, Sports Odisha (for Sports Person candidates)
19NO HARD COPY OF THE APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO OPTCL BY POST. Candidates must retain a printout of the application and fee receipt for future reference. All correspondences after registration will be made only through the registered email ID or candidate login on the OPTCL website.
20Apply Online at: https://www.optcl.co.in/ → Career Section → Relevant Notification
21For queries: Email [email protected] | Helpdesk Mobile: 9438907594 (Working days, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM) | All updates will be published only on www.optcl.co.in.

Important Instructions

Selected candidates will be required to execute a service bond of Rs. 3,00,000/- (applicable for all categories) to successfully complete the training period and thereafter serve OPTCL for at least three years. The bond amount is payable if the candidate resigns or leaves service during the stipulated bond period for any reason whatsoever. During the 1-year training period, a stipend of Rs. 50,000/- per month will be paid. On successful completion, candidates will be absorbed as Assistant Manager (Electrical) in Pay Matrix Level EE-2 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500) with CTC of approximately Rs. 15 Lakhs per annum. If performance during training is found unsatisfactory, the training period will be extended for a further six months. If performance is still not satisfactory after the extension, the service will be terminated. After successful completion of training, candidates will be on probation for a further period of twelve months. Selected candidates are liable to be posted at any existing or future unit of OPTCL throughout Odisha and outside, as per organizational requirements. SC, ST, and SEBC concessions are admissible only to candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and SEBC of Odisha State by birth. SEBC certificate must be the latest certificate (dated on or after 01-05-2025). SEBC certificates issued after 25-06-2026 will not be accepted. Candidates must correctly declare their name and date of birth as per High School Certificate / Birth Certificate. Date of birth as entered in the High School Certificate / Birth Certificate issued by the concerned authority will only be accepted. Candidature is provisional throughout the process and liable to be rejected or appointment terminated at any stage if any information is found false, misleading, or amounts to suppression of material facts. OPTCL will not undertake detailed scrutiny of applications for eligibility during shortlisting; candidates must verify their own eligibility before applying. If any claim is not substantiated at the time of scrutiny, candidature will be cancelled and OPTCL's decision shall be final. All information regarding this recruitment process will be made available only on the career section of www.optcl.co.in. Candidates must periodically check the website for updates. Legal jurisdiction in case of any cause or dispute shall be the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa. Management reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify, or alter the recruitment/selection process at any stage without issuing any notice or assigning any reason.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for OPTCL Management Trainee (Electrical) Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 25 June 2026 (11:59 PM). Applications will open on 26 May 2026 at 4:00 PM. Only online applications through www.optcl.co.in will be accepted.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026?

A total of 60 vacancies (including 20 reserved for Women) have been announced for Management Trainee (Electrical) posts. Additionally, there are backlog posts for Ex-Servicemen (9 posts), PwBD (6 posts), and Sports Persons (over and above the 60 advertised posts).

Q3. Is GATE 2026 score mandatory for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Yes, a valid GATE 2026 score in the Electrical Engineering (EE) paper is absolutely mandatory. Only GATE 2026 normalized marks (out of 100) are accepted. GATE 2025 or any prior year's scores will not be considered for this recruitment.

Q4. What is the salary/stipend for OPTCL Management Trainee posts?

During the 1-year training period, candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 50,000/-. After successful completion of training, they will be absorbed as Assistant Manager (Electrical) in Pay Matrix Level EE-2 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500) with an approximate CTC of Rs. 15 Lakhs per annum.

Q5. What is the age limit for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 to 32 years as on 01-05-2026. Age relaxation is available: 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women (for reserved posts), 5 years for Ex-Servicemen, and 10 years for PwBD candidates (cumulative with category relaxation). OPTCL departmental employees have no upper age bar.

Q6. What educational qualification is required for OPTCL Management Trainee posts?

Candidates must possess a Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering with minimum 60% marks in aggregate (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) from a recognized University/Institution as on 25-06-2026. Alternatively, passing Section A & B of IE (India) in relevant discipline with minimum 50% marks is acceptable.

Q7. Is Odia language proficiency mandatory for this recruitment?

Yes, Odia language proficiency is absolutely mandatory. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently and must have passed Middle School Exam with Odia as language subject, or Matriculation with Odia as medium, or Class VII final exam with Odia as subject from a recognized school, or passed a test in Odia conducted by School and Mass Education Department/BSE Odisha.

Q8. What is the selection process for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on GATE 2026 score (90% weightage) and Personal Interview (10% weightage). Candidates will be shortlisted category-wise based on GATE 2026 normalized marks for interview. Final appointment is subject to medical fitness and verification of antecedents. No separate written examination is conducted by OPTCL.

What is the last date to apply for OPTCL Management Trainee (Electrical) Recruitment 2026?