NTPC Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) 2026 – 15 Posts, CBT 1 November, Admit Card Out (Advt 12/26)
NTPC Limited, India's largest power utility, recruited 15 Assistant Officers (Corporate Communication) in Grade E0 under Advt. No. 12/26. The pay scale is ₹30,000–1,20,000 (IDA). This article covers the current status, dates, eligibility, age, fee, selection process and the admit card steps.
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NTPC Assistant Officer 2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NTPC Limited |
| Advertisement No. | 12/26 |
| Post | Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication), Grade E0 |
| Vacancies | 15 |
| Pay Scale | ₹30,000–1,20,000 (IDA, E0) |
| Qualification | Graduation (60%) + 2-year PG / PG Diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising & Communication or PR (60%) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 29 years as on 5 October 2026 |
| Current Status | Admit card out, CBT on 1 November 2026 |
| Official Portal | careers.ntpc.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 5 October 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 5 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | Around 26 October 2026 (reported) |
| Online Test (CBT) | 1 November 2026 |
| Result / Interview | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
| Category | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
The category seats add up to 15. PwBD and other horizontal reservations are as per Government of India rules and are not shown separately in the notice summary.
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduation: Full-time bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks.
- Post graduation: Full-time 2-year PG degree or PG diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising & Communication, Public Relations, or a combination, with at least 60% marks.
- Relaxation: SC, ST and PwBD candidates may qualify with 55% marks.
- Experience: Not mentioned in the sources I could see.
All degrees must be from recognised institutions in India. Only Indian nationals can apply.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age (as on 5 Oct 2026) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 29 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 32 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 34 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD | 39 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500 (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female | Nil |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting if required.
- Online Test (CBT) with two parts: Subject Knowledge Test (SKT) and Executive Aptitude Test (EAT). You must qualify in both separately. Weightage: 85%.
- Personal Interview: weightage 15%, with a separate qualifying requirement.
- Document verification and medical examination.
The number of questions, marks, duration and negative marking are not given in the sources I checked, so read the instructions printed on your admit card. No TA/DA is paid for the test or document verification.
How to Download the Admit Card
- Open the NTPC recruitment portal careers.ntpc.co.in/recruitment.
- Find the notice for Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication), Advt 12/26.
- Click the admit card link and enter your login details (registration number and date of birth).
- Check your name, photo, signature, centre, date, shift and reporting time.
- Download and print 2 to 3 copies on A4 paper.
Some sites show an admit card link on ibtexamination.com, which is a third-party exam-vendor domain. Use the official NTPC portal first, and use that link only if the portal redirects you there.
Exam Day Checklist
- Printed admit card (digital copies are not accepted)
- Original government photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, PAN or Driving Licence)
- Two passport-size photographs, and an ID photocopy if asked
- Reach the centre well before the reporting time
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Portal / Apply / Admit Card | careers.ntpc.co.in |
| Admit Card (third-party vendor domain, reported) | Open Link |
| NTPC Website | ntpc.co.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When is the NTPC Assistant Officer exam?
The online test (CBT) is on 1 November 2026. The shift and time are on your admit card.
Q. How many vacancies are there?
15 posts of Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) under Advt 12/26.
Q. Is the NTPC Assistant Officer admit card out?
Yes. It is available on careers.ntpc.co.in/recruitment.
Q. What is the qualification?
Graduation with 60% and a 2-year PG degree or diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Advertising and Communication or PR with 60%. SC/ST/PwBD need 55%.
Q. What is the age limit?
29 years as on 5 October 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Q. What is the salary?
E0 grade, IDA pay scale ₹30,000 to ₹1,20,000.
Q. What is the selection process?
Online test (SKT and EAT) with 85% weightage and an interview with 15%, then document verification and a medical test.
Q. Can I still apply?
No. Applications closed on 5 October 2026.
Conclusion
The NTPC Assistant Officer (Corporate Communication) test is today. Carry your printed admit card and ID, reach early and stay calm in both the SKT and EAT sections. Keep checking careers.ntpc.co.in for the result and interview details, and follow our WhatsApp channel, Instagram and YouTube for instant updates.
