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DVC Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 108 Posts

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), Kolkata, West Bengal, has invited online applications for 108 vacancies across five roles under Advertisement No. PLR/ET/04/2026/05. The posts include Executive Trainee (Mechanical), Executive Trainee (Electrical), Executive Trainee (Civil), Executive Trainee (C&I) and one additional role. Candidates must hold a full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline from an AICTE or appropriate statutory authority-approved University/Institution, with at least 65% aggregate marks for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates or 60% for SC/ST/PwD candidates. A valid GATE-2025 score in the corresponding paper is also required. The pay scale is Rs. 56,100–1,77,500 under Pay Matrix Level 10 of the 7th CPC (M2 grade). The application fee is Rs. 300 (non-refundable) for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates. Selection will be based on GATE-2025 marks, followed by merit-based shortlisting for Document Verification in a 1:5 or higher ratio against category-wise vacancies in each discipline. Online applications are open from 6 November to 6 December 2026.

DVC Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Organisation Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), Kolkata, West Bengal
Post Name Executive Trainee (Mechanical), Executive Trainee (Electrical), Executive Trainee (Civil) and 2 more
No of Posts 108
Advt No PLR/ET/04/2026/05
Job Type Full Time
Pay Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade)
Place of Posting Any of the DVC establishments
Qualification Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in the post's discipline from an AICTE / appropriate statutory authority approved University/Institution, with 65% marks (Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS) or 60% marks (SC/ST/PwD) in aggregate; valid GATE-2025 score in the corresponding paper.
Age Limit Maximum 29 years (as on closing date of online application)
Apply Mode Online
Start Date 6 November 2026
Last Date 6 December 2026

Vacancy Details
Post Name Total Post Eligibility
Executive Trainee (Mechanical) 17
  • Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engg./ Production & Industrial Engg./ Thermal/ Mechanical & Automation/ Power Engineering from AICTE/appropriate statutory authority approved University/Institution with not less than 65% marks [Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS] & 60% marks (SC/ST/PwD) in aggregate of all years/semesters
Executive Trainee (Electrical) 50
  • Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/ Electrical, Instrumentation& Control /Power Systems & High Voltage/ Power Electronics/ Power Engineering from AICTE/appropriate statutory approved University/Institution with not less than 65% marks [Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS] & 60% marks (SC/ST/PwD) in aggregate of all years/semesters
Executive Trainee (Civil) 26
  • Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in Civil Engineering from AICTE/appropriate statutory approved University/Institution with not less than 65% marks [Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS] & 60% marks (SC/ST/PwD) in aggregate of all years/semesters
Executive Trainee (C&I) 12
  • Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics & Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Control / Electronics Instrumentation & Control from AICTE/appropriate statutory approved University/Institution with not less than 65% Marks [Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS] & 60% Marks (SC/ST/PwD) in aggregate of all years/semesters
Executive Trainee (Mining) 03
  • Full-time bachelor's degree in engineering or technology in Mining Engineering from an AICTE /appropriate statutory approved University/Institution with not less than 65% marks [General/OBC(NCL)/EWS] & 60% marks (SC/ST) in aggregate of all years/semesters
Post Name Salary
Executive Trainee (Mechanical) Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade)
Executive Trainee (Electrical) Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade)
Executive Trainee (Civil) Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade)
Executive Trainee (C&I) Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade)
Executive Trainee (Mining) Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade)

Important Dates

Event Date
Advertisement Date 6 November 2026
Online Application Start Date 6 November 2026
Last Date of Online Application (till 23:59 hrs) 6 December 2026
Last Date for Payment of Application Fee 6 December 2026

Age Limit

Post Age Limit
Executive Trainee (Mechanical) Maximum 29 years
Executive Trainee (Electrical) Maximum 29 years
Executive Trainee (Civil) Maximum 29 years
Executive Trainee (C&I) Maximum 29 years
Executive Trainee (Mining) Maximum 29 years

Category-wise Vacancies

Post UR OBC SC ST EWS Total
Executive Trainee (Mechanical) 7 2 3 3 2 17
Executive Trainee (Electrical) 23 10 8 4 5 50
Executive Trainee (Civil) 10 4 9 1 2 26
Executive Trainee (C&I) 5 2 4 0 1 12
Executive Trainee (Mining) 3 0 0 0 0 3

Age relaxation for all posts: OBC (NCL) 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwBD (General/UR) 10 years, PwBD with OBC (NCL) 13 years, PwBD with SC/ST 15 years, J&K domicile 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 5 years, Ex-Servicemen / Victims of riots As per Govt. of India guidelines, DVC Departmental candidates No upper age limit.

Other conditions:

  • Only Indian nationals can apply
  • A candidate can apply for one post/discipline only

Who Cannot Apply for DVC Recruitment 2026

  • Candidates whose degree is not approved by AICTE/appropriate statutory authority
  • Candidates without valid GATE-2025 marks in the corresponding paper

Pay and Terms of Engagement

  • One-year probation in Pay Matrix Level 10; then absorbed as Assistant Manager on the same scale
  • Service agreement bond: probation of 1 year plus at least 3 years, 4 years in all
  • Bond amount Rs 5,00,000 for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS and Rs 2,50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD, plus applicable interest

Application Fee

Category Application Fee
General/OBC(NCL)/EWS Rs 300 (non-refundable)
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM and DVC Departmental candidates Exempted

Payment mode: Online mode only; bank charges borne by the candidate. Last date to pay the fee: 6 December 2026.

How Will DVC Select Candidates?

  • Marks obtained (out of 100) in the corresponding GATE-2025 paper
  • Shortlisting for Document Verification (DV) in order of merit, 1:5 or more to category-wise vacancies in each discipline
  • Document Verification
  • Pre-Employment Medical Examination by DVC Medical Board before joining
  • Candidates are shortlisted for DV at 1:5 or more of category-wise vacancies in each discipline; DVC may increase or decrease the ratio
  • DV date, time and venue are hosted on the DVC website only; no hard-copy call letters are sent
  • Equal marks in the final merit list are ranked by date of birth, older candidate first

DVC Exam Pattern 2026

  • Qualifying marks in GATE-2025 are decided by the GATE-2025 conducting authority

Documents to Enclose

  • Printout of online application form
  • Original GATE 2025 scorecard and GATE-2025 admit card
  • Proof of date of birth (Class Xth board or passing certificate)
  • Certificates and mark sheets of Class Xth, XIIth and degree, semester-wise/year-wise
  • Valid degree or provisional degree certificate
  • Category, EWS or PwBD certificate, NOC from current employer, four passport size photographs and identity proof, as applicable

How to Apply for DVC Recruitment 2026 Online

  1. From 06/11/2026, register online at www.dvc.gov.in under Career Section, Recruitment Notices.
  2. Apply online only; no other mode of application is accepted.
  3. Apply for one post/discipline only.
  4. Indicate the percentage of marks equivalent to CGPA/OGPA/DGPA or letter grade in the application form.
  5. General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates pay Rs 300/- online by 06/12/2026 and download the e-receipt.
  6. Submit the online application by 06/12/2026 (till 23:59 hrs).

Other Points to Note

  • Vacancies are projected and may increase or decrease at the discretion of DVC Management
  • Candidates employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate at DV
  • Updates and amendments will be published on the DVC website only

DVC Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for DVC Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 6 December 2026. Applications opened on 6 November 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in DVC Recruitment 2026?

There are 108 vacancies: 17 Executive Trainee (Mechanical), 50 Executive Trainee (Electrical), 26 Executive Trainee (Civil), 12 Executive Trainee (C&I), 3 Executive Trainee (Mining).

Q3. How do I apply for DVC Recruitment 2026?

Apply online through the link in the Important Links table, on or before 6 December 2026.

Q4. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: Rs 300 (non-refundable). SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM and DVC Departmental candidates: Exempted.

Q5. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The maximum age is 29 years (as on closing date of online application). Relaxation: OBC (NCL) 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, PwBD (General/UR) 10 years, PwBD with OBC (NCL) 13 years, PwBD with SC/ST 15 years, J&K domicile 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 5 years, Ex-Servicemen / Victims of riots As per Govt. of India guidelines, DVC Departmental candidates No upper age limit.

Q6. What is the salary for this recruitment?

It depends on the post: Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade) for Executive Trainee (Mechanical), Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade) for Executive Trainee (Electrical), Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade) for Executive Trainee (Civil), Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade) for Executive Trainee (C&I), Rs 56,100-1,77,500 in Pay Matrix Level-10 of 7th CPC (M2 grade) for Executive Trainee (Mining).

Q7. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in the post's discipline from an AICTE / appropriate statutory authority approved University/Institution, with 65% marks (Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS) or 60% marks (SC/ST/PwD) in aggregate; valid GATE-2025 score in the corresponding paper. The requirement for each post is in the eligibility table above.

Q8. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

Yes. Only Indian nationals can apply. A candidate can apply for one post/discipline only.

Q9. Who cannot apply for this recruitment?

Candidates whose degree is not approved by AICTE/appropriate statutory authority. Candidates without valid GATE-2025 marks in the corresponding paper.

Q10. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?

Marks obtained (out of 100) in the corresponding GATE-2025 paper. Shortlisting for Document Verification (DV) in order of merit, 1:5 or more to category-wise vacancies in each discipline. Document Verification. Pre-Employment Medical Examination by DVC Medical Board before joining.


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