Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment, Eligibility, Age Limit, Selection Process, Last Date, Apply Online, OPTCL has released an official notification for the recruitment of Management Trainees (Electrical) through GATE 2026. A total of 60 vacancies are available for these positions. All eligible and interested candidates may apply online by visiting the official OPTCL website.
The application process for the OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment commenced on May 26, 2026, and applications will be accepted until June 25, 2026. To apply, candidates must be at least 21 years of age, with an upper age limit of 32 years.
OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment
ODISHA POWER TRANSMISSION CORPORATION LIMITED (OPTCL) : Short Details of Notification
Advt. No. MPPR-01/2026-27 | Short Details of Notification
Important Date
- Notification Released : 19 May 2026
- Application Start : 26 May 2026
- Last Date for Apply Online : 25 June 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 25 June 2026
- Correction Date : As Per Schedule
- Exam Date : Notify Soon
- Admit Card Date : Before Exam
- Result : Notify Soon
Application Fees
- Unreserved (UR) / SEBC : 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000/- + GST of Rs. 180/-) + Online transaction charges
- SC / ST (Odisha only) / PwBD : 590/- (Rs. 500/- + GST of Rs. 90/-) + Online transaction charges
- OPTCL Departmental Candidates (Regular Employees) : 00/-
- Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Cash Card / Mobile Wallet, etc.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 21 Years
- Maximum Age : 32 Years
- For Age Relaxation Read the Official Notification.
No. of Post
60 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Management Trainee (Electrical) | 60 (W:20) |
Backlog / Horizontal Reservation (Over and Above 60 Posts)
| Category | Current Posts | Backlog Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-Serviceman | 02 | 09 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (HI & OL) – 01 HI, 01 OL | 02 | 06 (W:2) – HI:3, OL:3 [1 post interchangeable] |
| Sports Person | 01 | – |
PwBD – Functional Classification and Physical Requirements
| PwBD Sub-category | Description |
|---|---|
| HI | Deaf and Hard of Hearing |
| OL | One leg affected (R or L) |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian National only |
| GATE 2026 Score (Mandatory) | Must have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026 (Paper Code: EE – Electrical Engineering) conducted by IIT Guwahati. Only GATE 2026 Score (Normalized Marks out of 100) is valid; GATE 2025 or prior scores are not accepted. |
| Educational Qualification (as on 25-06-2026) | Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering with minimum 60% marks in aggregate from a recognized University/Institution; OR Passing of Section A & B of IE (India) in relevant discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate. For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, minimum 50% marks required. |
| CGPA/OGPA Conversion | Where CGPA/OGPA/Letter Grade is awarded, equivalent percentage must be indicated as per norms adopted by the University/Institution. |
| Odia Language Proficiency (Mandatory) | Candidate must be able to read, write, and speak Odia fluently and must have passed Middle School Exam with Odia as language subject; OR Matriculation/equivalent with Odia as medium; OR Odia as language subject in Class VII final exam from a recognized school; OR passed a test in Odia in Middle English School Standard conducted by School and Mass Education Department/BSE Odisha. |
| Marital Status | A candidate having more than one spouse living is not eligible unless exempted by the State Government. |
| Further Studies | Graduates who intend to pursue further studies on the basis of GATE 2026 score or require extension of joining time need NOT apply. |
| Departmental Candidates | OPTCL regular employees fulfilling eligibility may apply through proper channel to GM (HRD). They are exempt from application fee and there is no age bar. Children of employees and outsourced agency candidates do not qualify as departmental candidates. |
- For more details candidates should carefully read the official notification.
Salary
- Stipend During Training : Rs. 50,000/- per month (during 1-year training period)
- Pay Scale After Training : Pay Matrix: Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 (Level EE-2) as Assistant Manager (Electrical); CTC approximately Rs. 15 Lakhs per annum.
Selection Process
- GATE 2026 Score (90% weightage)
- Personal Interview (10% weightage)
- Medical Examination
OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment: How to Apply
- Visit the official website (https://optcl.co.in/) of OPTCL. Candidates can apply Between 26 May 2026 to 25 June 2026.
- Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment“.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All details Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Short Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://optcl.co.in/ |
| Age Calculator tool | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
| More Recruitments | Click Here |
OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment– Important Questions
When will the application for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment start?
The online application for this recruitment has started form 26 May 2026.
What is the last date to submit the Online Application form for this recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application Form is 25 June 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are total 60 vacancies.
What is the selection process for OPTCL Management Trainee Recruitment?
Candidates will be selected based on GATE 2026 Score (90% weightage) + Personal Interview (10% weightage) + Medical Examination.
What is the official website of OPTCL?
The official website of OPTCL is https://optcl.co.in/.
