NHPC JE Civil 2026: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Off & Free Mock Tests
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NHPC (National Hydroelectric Power Corporation) recruits diploma civil engineers as Junior Engineers for its hydropower projects across India — dams, tunnels, powerhouses and allied infrastructure. For diploma holders who enjoy heavy civil works, it is one of the best PSU JE roles available.
Selection is a single computer-based test with negative marking, followed by document verification — a clean, one-shot exam where mock-calibrated accuracy decides selection.
NHPC JE Civil 2026 — Overview
| Conducting body | NHPC Limited (PSU) |
| Post | Junior Engineer (Civil) — non-executive |
| Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Eligibility | 3-year full-time Diploma Civil, min 60% (Gen/OBC/EWS) |
| Age limit | 18–30 years (relaxations apply) |
| Pay scale | ₹29,600 – ₹1,19,500 (IDA) |
NHPC JE Civil Exam Pattern 2026
Computer Based Test
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering (discipline) + general aptitude component as notified | As notified (recent cycle: ~200) | As notified |
Duration: 3 hours
Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
ℹ️ Verify the exact question split in the current NHPC advertisement — the discipline portion dominates the paper.
NHPC JE Civil Syllabus 2026 — Key Subjects
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NHPC JE Civil Eligibility 2026: Qualification & Age Limit
- ✓Full-time 3-year regular Diploma in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks (Gen/OBC/EWS) or 50% (SC/ST/PwBD).
- ✓Age 18–30 years with standard relaxations.
- ✓Willingness for project postings (NHPC sites are often in remote/hilly regions).
NHPC JE Civil Salary 2026
NHPC JE is on the IDA pay scale ₹29,600 – ₹1,19,500 with DA, HRA/company accommodation, and PSU benefits — in-hand typically ₹45,000–₹55,000 per month.
NHPC JE Civil Cut Off
NHPC publishes category-wise cutoffs per recruitment on nhpcindia.com — they vary with the small vacancy counts typical of PSU JE cycles.
NHPC JE Civil Vacancies
| 2025 | 248 posts advertised across trades (JE and other non-executive posts) |
How to Prepare for NHPC JE Civil 2026
- 1The 60% diploma criterion is a hard filter — verify your marksheet percentage before applying.
- 2Hydropower context means Fluid Mechanics, Hydrology and Water Resources deserve extra depth for NHPC papers.
- 3A 3-hour CBT rewards stamina — practise full-length sittings, not just chapter tests.
- 4NHPC, NLC, and similar PSU JE papers share diploma-standard style — one preparation covers the whole PSU-JE cluster.
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NHPC JE Civil 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Can degree holders apply for NHPC JE?▾
The advertised qualification is a full-time 3-year diploma. Degree holders should check the current notification's clause — PSUs differ on whether higher qualifications are accepted for JE posts.
What is the NHPC JE salary?▾
The IDA scale is ₹29,600 – ₹1,19,500. With DA and allowances, in-hand pay is typically ₹45,000–₹55,000 per month, plus PSU benefits.
Where can I practise NHPC JE civil mock tests?▾
CIVILGYAN TEST SERIES offers diploma-standard civil mocks with hydraulics/water-resources depth suited to NHPC, with detailed solutions — free tests available.
What is the NHPC JE Civil exam pattern?▾
Computer Based Test: Civil Engineering (discipline) + general aptitude component as notified (As notified (recent cycle: ~200) Q, As notified marks); duration 3 hours.
Is there negative marking in NHPC JE Civil?▾
0.25 marks per wrong answer.
What is the age limit for NHPC JE Civil?▾
18–30 years (relaxations apply).
What is the NHPC JE Civil syllabus?▾
The key subjects are Building Materials, Surveying, Soil Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulics, Hydrology & Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, RCC & Steel (diploma standard), Estimating & Costing, General Aptitude.
How many vacancies are there in NHPC JE Civil?▾
2025: 248 posts advertised across trades (JE and other non-executive posts).
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Disclaimer: Exam patterns, cutoffs, vacancies and eligibility rules change between recruitment cycles. The figures above are compiled for guidance from past cycles — always verify details from the official notification of the conducting body before applying.