Question 1

What is the salary of NTPC Engineer Trainee?

Accepted Answer

NTPC ET receives a training stipend of ₹50,000–₹60,000 per month during training. After regularisation as Engineer/Executive E-2, the CTC is approximately ₹14–₹18 LPA in IDA pay scale (₹70,000–₹2,00,000) with additional benefits like free accommodation at NTPC townships, subsidised canteen, and annual increments.

Question 2

Does NTPC use GATE for ET recruitment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, NTPC primarily recruits Engineer Trainees through GATE scores. Candidates with valid GATE score are shortlisted for a written test or direct GD and interview based on the recruitment cycle. NTPC also conducts its own written test in some cycles — always check the current notification.

Question 3

What disciplines does NTPC recruit Engineer Trainees for?

Accepted Answer

NTPC recruits ETs from Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics/Instrumentation, and Control/Instrumentation Engineering streams for technical posts. For executive posts (HR, Finance, CS), MBA/CA/LLB graduates are recruited. Electrical and Mechanical see the highest number of vacancies.

Question 4

What is working life like at NTPC power plants?

Accepted Answer

NTPC operates 70+ thermal, hydro, gas, wind, and solar power stations across India. Engineers at plant level work in shifts managing boilers, turbines, generators, and control systems. NTPC townships offer excellent quality of life with schools, hospitals, clubs, and housing — particularly valuable at remote locations.

Question 5

What are the career advancement opportunities at NTPC?

Accepted Answer

NTPC's career progression is E-2→E-3→E-4→E-5→E-6→E-7 (GM) → E-8 (AGM) → E-9 (DGM) → CMD level. With strong performance, engineers can reach GM level within 18–22 years. NTPC also offers international exposure through power projects in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Year	Questions	Duration	Key Changes
2027	200	150 min	Latest pattern
2026	200	150 min	No major changes
2025	200	150 min	No major changes
2024	200	150 min	No major changes
2023	200	150 min	No major changes
2022	200	150 min	No major changes
2021	200	150 min	No major changes
2020	200	150 min	No major changes

Previous Year Papers & Mock Tests — NTPC ET 2017–2027

Available Papers

2027 Mock Test

2026 Mock Test

2025 Mock Test

2024 Mock Test

2023 Mock Test

2022 Mock Test

2021 Mock Test

2020 Mock Test

Paper Pattern Over the Years

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Subject-wise Coverage Across Papers

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