National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna Central PSE, is recruiting Non-Executive Personnel for the M&R Complex, Damanjodi. The total number of vacancies is across various posts in the Non-Executive cadre. The Company is a premier integrated Alumina-Aluminium Complex and believes in achieving organizational excellence through competent human resources.
The online application window opens on 21.05.2026 (10:00 Hrs.) and will remain active until 10.06.2026 (23:55 Hrs.). Applications must be submitted through the official website.
NALCO Recruitment 2026 : Key Highlights
| Organization Name: | National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) |
| Post Names: | Non-Executive Personnel (Operator, Mining Mate, Jr. Foreman, SUPT(JOT), Technician) |
| Total Vacancies: | Varies by post (Total posts across all listed roles are over 268 ) |
| Eligibility: | Varies by post, generally 10th with ITI/Apprenticeship, Diploma, or B.Sc. in Chemistry |
| Place of Posting: | M&R Complex, Damanjodi, Odisha (Transferable to NALCO establishments anywhere in India or abroad) |
| Apply Mode: | Online |
| Application Start Date | 21.05.2026 (10:00 Hrs.) |
| Last Date to Apply: | 10.06.2026 (23:55 Hrs.) |
Available Posts and Vacancies:
NALCO is looking for eligible Indian Nationals for the following roles:
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Operator (HEMM) Gr. III | 6 |
| 2 | Mining Mate Gr. III | 21 |
| 3 | Jr. Foreman (Mines) | 8 |
| 4 | Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | 3 |
| 5 | SUPT(JOT)- Operator | 55 |
| 6 | Operator Gr. III | 54 |
| 7 | SUPT(JOT)- Fitter | 12 |
| 8 | Technician (Fitter) Gr. III | 13 |
| 9 | SUPT(JOT)- Electrical | 35 |
| 10 | Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | 35 |
| 11 | SUPT(JOT)- Laboratory | 6 |
| 12 | SUPT(JOT)- Instrumentation | 10 |
| 13 | Technician (Instrumentation) Gr. III | 10 |
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Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualifications:
- Operator (HEMM) Gr. III: 10th with ITI (MMV or Diesel Mechanic) plus Apprenticeship certificate and Heavy vehicle driving license.
- Mining Mate Gr. III: 10th with valid Mining Mate Certificate of Competency (Restricted to open cast Metalliferous Mines) issued by DGMS.
- Jr. Foreman (Mines): Diploma in Mining/Mining Engineering with valid Mining Foreman Certificate of Competency (Restricted to opencast Metalliferous Mines) issued by DGMS.
- Jr. Foreman (Electrical): Diploma in Electrical Engineering (full time) with valid Supervisory Certificate of Competency (M.V/ H.T/ Ε.Η.Τ) issued by the Electrical Licensing Board, Odisha covering Mining installations.
- SUPT/Technician/Operator (various trades): 10th with ITI (NCVT/NCVET) of 2 years duration in the respective trade, along with apprenticeship certificate (where applicable). B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry is required for SUPT(JOT)- Laboratory.
Emoluments:
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Scale of Pay (Rs.) |
| 1 | Operator (HEMM) Gr. III | 29500-3%-70000 |
| 2 | Mining Mate Gr. III | 29500-3%-70000 |
| 3 | Jr. Foreman (Mines) | 36500-3%-115000 |
| 4 | Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | 36500-3%-115000 |
| 5 | SUPT(JOT)- Operator | Trainee Stipend |
| 6 | Operator Gr. III | 29500-3%-70000 |
| 7 | SUPT(JOT)- Fitter | Trainee Stipend |
| 8 | Technician (Fitter) Gr. III | 29500-3%-70000 |
| 9 | SUPT(JOT)- Electrical | Trainee Stipend |
| 10 | Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | 29500-3%-70000 |
| 11 | SUPT(JOT)- Laboratory | Trainee Stipend |
| 12 | SUPT(JOT)- Instrumentation | Trainee Stipend |
| 13 | Technician (Instrumentation) Gr. III | 29500-3%-70000 |
Age Limit :
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Upper Age Limit |
| 1 | Operator (HEMM) Gr. III | 35 |
| 2 | Mining Mate Gr. III | 35 |
| 3 | Jr. Foreman (Mines) | 40 |
| 4 | Jr. Foreman (Electrical) | 40 |
| 5 | SUPT(JOT)- Operator | 27 |
| 6 | Operator Gr. III | 35 |
| 7 | SUPT(JOT)- Fitter | 27 |
| 8 | Technician (Fitter) Gr. III | 35 |
| 9 | SUPT(JOT)- Electrical | 27 |
| 10 | Technician (Electrical) Gr. III | 35 |
| 11 | SUPT(JOT)- Laboratory | 27 |
| 12 | SUPT(JOT)- Instrumentation | 27 |
| 13 | Technician (Instrumentation) Gr. III | 35 |
Selection Process:
- Selection for posts 5, 7, 9, 11, and 12 is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) only.
- Selection for posts 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 13 is made through CBT and a Trade Test, with weightage of 60% for CBT and 40% for the Trade Test.
- The CBT is a 100-question, 120-minute objective type paper (60% technical, 40% non-technical). There is no negative marking.
Procedure to Apply:
To apply for the NALCO Recruitment 2026, eligible candidates must complete the process through the official online portal at www.nalcoindia.com. The application is a 2-step process involving registration, profile creation, and online payment (if applicable). Once the application is submitted, no change/edit will be allowed.
Important Dates:
- Opening date of online submission of application: 21.05.2026 (10:00 Hrs.)
- Last date of submission of online application and payment of application fees: 10.06.2026 (23:55 Hrs.)
Important Links
| NALCO Official Portal | Link |
| Official Notification as PDF | To Download “Click Here” |
| Online Application | Link Will be Active by 21.05.2026 |
FAQ
Q1: What is the starting date for online applications?
Online submissions begin on May 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Q2: What is the deadline for applying?
The last date for online application and fee payment is June 10, 2026, at 11:55 PM
Q3: Is there an application fee?
Yes, General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates must pay a non-refundable fee of Rs. 100.
Q4: Who is exempt from the application fee?
Candidates from SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, land ousted, and internal categories are exempt.
Q5 : Where will the CBT be conducted?
Test Cities: Tentative locations include Visakhapatnam, Guwahati, Mumbai, Delhi/NCR, Chennai, Kolkata, and multiple cities across Odisha (such as Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Koraput).
