OHPC Recruitment 2025 Announced! Everything
You Must Know About Technical Non-Executive Trainee Posts
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We are pleased to present
the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the Odisha Hydro Power
Corporation Ltd. (OHPC) Recruitment 2025 drive for Technical
Non-Executive (TNE) Trainee posts. This article covers all key facets of
the recruitment: vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process,
application steps, pay & benefits, and preparation tips—designed to give
you a detailed roadmap and help you succeed.
1. Overview of OHPC Recruitment 2025 for TNE Posts
OHPC has officially released
Advertisement No. OHPC: HQ : HRD : RECTT : 03/2025 for the recruitment of
Technical Non-Executive Trainees.
Total
Vacancies: 125 posts for TNE Trainee
positions across various trades.
Post Name: Technical Non-Executive (TNE) Trainee for
disciplines like Electrical (Operator/Electrician/Lineman), Mechanical
(Operator-Mechanical/Fitter), Welder, Crane Operator, Store Keeper.
Training
Period: 1 year of training period
(for TNE) followed by regularization.
Stipend
During Training:
Approximately ₹22,700 per month (with allowances) for the training
period.
- Regular Pay Scale After
Training:
Basic pay level of ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 for regularized post.
- Application Window: Online applications will
open from 12 November 2025 and close on 11 December 2025.
- Selection Process: Computer-Based Test
(CBT) → Document Verification.
- This recruitment offers
an excellent opportunity for ITI-/trade-qualified candidates to join one
of Odisha’s premier power sector organisation.
2. Vacancy Breakdown & Trade-Wise Details
Here is the trade‐wise
vacancy distribution (for the TNE Trainee category) as per the notification and
trusted sources:
|
Trade |
Total
Vacancies |
|
Electrical Trainee
(Operator/Electrician/Lineman) |
63 |
|
Mechanical Trainee
(Operator-Mechanical/Fitter) |
43 |
|
Welder Trainee |
3 |
|
Crane Operator Trainee |
10 |
|
Store Keeper Trainee |
6 |
Candidates are advised to
check the official notification for category‐wise reservation, horizontal
reservation (PWD, Ex-Servicemen, Women) and detailed breakdown.
3. Eligibility Criteria: Age, Qualification &
More
Educational Qualification
- For Electrical Trainee:
Must have passed HSC (10th) plus ITI certificate in electrician trade from
a recognised institute (NCVT certification preferred).
- For Mechanical Trainee:
HSC plus ITI in Fitter trade.
- For Welder Trainee: HSC
plus ITI certificate in Welder trade.
- For Crane Operator
Trainee: At least pass 10th from recognised board.
- Store Keeper Trainee: Must
have graduated in commerce with 1 year diploma in computer application.
Age Limit (As on 01.08.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years.
For Store Keeper 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 32 years.
- Age
Relaxation: 5
years for SC/ST/SEBC/ Women candidates and 10 years for PWD candidates.
Other Conditions
- Candidate must have a
valid email ID and mobile number (for communication).
- Check
domicile/residency criteria, trade certificate validity, and other
conditions (detailed in notification).
- Before submission
ensure you meet caste/category certificate requirements if applying under
reserved quota.
4. Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Apply
- Visit the official OHPC
website: www.ohpcltd.com.
- Navigate to the
“Career” then “Current Openings” section.
- Register using your
mobile number and email ID to generate a registration number and password.
- Fill the online
application form with all required personal, educational, and trade
details.
- Upload scanned images
of your photograph, signature, and supporting documents (trade
certificate, ITI certificate, NAC certificate if applicable, caste
certificate etc) as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee
(Rs 500 for all candidates except SC/ST/PWD candidates) through online
mode (debit/credit/net-banking).
- Submit your application
before the last date (11 December 2025). Take a printout of the
confirmation page for future reference.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS/Women
candidates: Rs500).
- SC/ST/PWD
candidates are exempted.
Important Dates
- Online Application
Start: 12 November 2025.
- Last Date to Apply: 11
December 2025.
- Tentative CBT Exam
Date: January/February 2026.
- Tip: Submit your
application well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical
issues.
5. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
The selection process for
TNE Trainee posts is typically structured as:
- Computer-Based Test
(CBT) –
objective type.
- Trade Specific Subject
Knowledge – for
trade specific posts (e.g., Welder, Crane Operator).
- Document Verification – verification of
educational/trade certificates, category certificates etc.
Exam Pattern (Indicative)
- Total Questions: around
120 (subject knowledge + general awareness/aptitude and Subject Knowledge)
- Duration: 2 hours
(common format).
- Sections:
- General
Aptitude/Quantitative Aptitude/Reasoning/English/General Awareness.
- Trade Specific Subject
Knowledge.
- Language: Questions will
be only in English only.
- Negative marking: .25
will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Merit List & Final Appointment
- Merit list will be
prepared based on CBT.
- Offer of training will
be followed by appointment after successful training period.
6. Pay, Training & Benefits
Stipend During Training
- Trainees
will receive a monthly stipend of approximately Rs 22,700 plus
allowances for 1 year training period.
Regular Pay Scale & Allowances
- On successful
completion of training and confirmation, the pay matrix begins at Rs 25,500
basic and goes up to ₹81,100 as per CPC norms.
- Additional benefits
include DA, HRA, medical allowance, remote area allowance for postings in
remote units etc.
Training & Probation
- Training duration: 1
year for TNE Trainees.
- Post training,
candidates serve probation, and once confirmed, they become regular
employees of OHPC.
Career Growth
- Entry into a reputable
State PSU like OHPC opens avenues for technical career growth, posting in
hydro-power projects, exposure to operations & maintenance of power
infrastructure, and progression as per promotion policies.
- Opportunity to work in
specialized trades and gain practical experience in a structured setting.
7. Preparation Strategy & Key Tips
To maximize your chances of
selection, here are some key preparation tips:
- Download & study
the full notification:
Always refer to OHPC’s official PDF for exact syllabus, eligibility, trade
wise criteria.
- Understand
trade‐specific syllabus: For trades like Electrician, Fitter, Welder
– focus on ITI syllabus, trade theory and practical knowledge.
- General Aptitude &
Reasoning:
Ensure you practice quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, English
grammar and reading comprehension.
- Previous year
papers/mock tests:
Attempt mock tests for CBT format, time management and negative marking.
- Time management: 120 questions in 2
hours require ~1 minute per question. Practice accordingly.
- Stay updated: Keep checking OHPC’s
official portal for any corrigendum, exam city allocation, admit card
release.
- Document readiness: Make sure all trade
certificates, ITI/NCVT/NAC certificates, caste/PwD/ex-serviceman
certificates are ready in scanned format to upload.
- Application accuracy: Double-check details
in form (name, DOB, category, trade, photograph dimensions) to avoid
invalidation.
- Plan finances: While fee may be
modest, ensure you can pay online before deadline and keep transaction
receipt.
- Consider reserve
category benefits: If
you belong to SC/ST/PwD categories, ensure you fulfil all eligibility and
upload correct certificates to avail relaxation.
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can
female candidates apply for TNE Trainee posts?
Yes. Many posts have specific quotas for Women (W) category.
Q2. What is
the posting location after selection?
Selected candidates will be posted at OHPC units/projects in Odisha. Exact unit
will depend on the Corporation’s requirement.
Q3. Is the
training period paid?
Yes, during the 1 year training period trainees will receive stipend (Rs 22,700
/-) plus allowances.
Q4. What
happens if I don’t complete the training successfully?
Candidates may not be regularised if their performance is unsatisfactory during
training. OHPC reserves the right to terminate training contracts.
Q5. Do I
need to know the Odia language?
Yes.
9. Key Takeaways – Why You Should Apply
- The TNE Trainee
recruitment gives trade/ITI qualified candidates direct access to a
State-PSU job with structured training and future growth potential.
- Competitive stipend
during training plus solid regularised pay scale post training.
- Posted in power-sector
infrastructure — which is significant and stable employment.
- Relatively well‐defined
eligibility criteria and transparent application process – if you fulfil requirements,
you stand a good chance.
- The deadline is firm
(11 Dec 2025) – applying late or missing dates means losing the
opportunity.
We recommend you act
early, check your eligibility thoroughly, prepare systematically, and
submit your application ahead of the deadline.
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