NPCIL CA and CMA Intern Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 51 Posts

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has published recruitment advertisement NPCIL/CACMA/2026/04 for 51 CA and CMA Intern positions in Finance and Accounts across its Headquarters in Mumbai and operating nuclear sites. Candidates who passed Intermediate of CA or CMA can apply online through npcilcareers.co.in from 6 October 2026 to 26 October 2026. Selected interns receive a monthly stipend of Rs 20000.

Important Dates and Application Schedule

NPCIL has announced the schedule for engaging CA and CMA interns for the year 2026. Online registration starts on 06/10/2026 at 10:00 Hrs and closes on 26/10/2026 at 17:00 Hrs.

Applications received after 26/10/2026 will be summarily rejected. Candidate queries submitted under the Contact Us module between 06/10/2026 (11:00 Hrs) and 26/10/2026 (up to 13:00 Hrs) will be attended to. Telephone calls for information will not be entertained.

NPCIL CA and CMA Intern Vacancy Details 2026

The notification lists 51 vacancies across corporate headquarters and nuclear plant sites. The site-wise and category-wise distribution is detailed below:

Vacancies include backlog posts. Trainee numbers may adjust depending on completion or extension of existing interns at specific sites.

Site Wise and Category Wise Reservation Details

Reservation orders issued by the Government of India are applied across all 51 intern posts. Out of 51 vacancies, 24 are for UR, 13 for OBC, 7 for SC, 4 for ST, and 3 for EWS candidates.

Horizontal reservation for PwBD applies to categories including Low Vision (LV), Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH), Locomotor Disabilities (OA, OL, OAL, BL, BA, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SD/SI), ASD, SLD, MI, and MD. One horizontal post unfilled from 2023, 2024, and 2025 is carried forward. Key certificate conditions include:

• OBC (NCL): Candidates must belong to castes on the Central OBC List. The certificate must be issued on or after 01/04/2026 by a competent authority in Government of India format. Non-creamy layer status is determined as on the date prior to the interview date.
• EWS: Income and Asset Certificate must be valid for the year 2026-27, with status verified as on the date prior to interview.
• PwBD: Disability certificate under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017.
• Translation: Certificates in languages other than Hindi or English require a self-certified translation in Hindi or English.

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification

Practical training eligibility requirements are defined in the advertisement as follows:

• Qualification: Candidates must have passed Intermediate examination of Chartered Accountancy (CA) from ICAI or Intermediate of Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA) from ICMAI.
• Training Field: Trainees will be engaged in the field of Finance and Accounts across units and Headquarters.
• Marks Entry: Candidates must enter exact aggregate percentage of marks obtained in Inter CA or Inter CMA. Rounding off is strictly prohibited, and 49.99% should not be rounded off to 50%.
• Final Marks Mandatory: Candidates applying without final marks will not be screened in.
• Institute Rules: Training eligibility remains subject to terms and regulations of ICAI or ICMAI.
• Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.

Age Limit and Cut-Off Date

The age limits for CA and CMA intern posts are determined as on 26/10/2026:

Candidates must be between 18 and 56 years of age on 26/10/2026. The date of birth must match the Matriculation certificate.

Monthly Stipend, Accommodation and Other Facilities

Interns receive a structured stipend and specific workplace benefits during training:

Stipend of Rs 20000 is paid monthly. At units, suitable accommodation is provided on payment of normal license fee. If accommodation is unavailable at units or Headquarters, Rs 5000 per month is granted. OPD and First Aid facilities are free. Other benefits do not apply.

Key Terms, Working Hours and Service Conditions

Terms governing the training engagement include:

• Training Duration: Engagement is for 12 months, extendable up to a further period not exceeding 12 months on a case-to-case basis based on student performance. Training completion certificates are issued only after completion of the full period.
• Working Hours: Working hours are 8 hours per day in general shift, including 1 hour lunch break, 5 days per week. Attendance for institute examinations or approved seminars is credited on certification.
• Leave Rules: Paid leave is 01 day per month (12 days for 1 year). During extension, leave is 01 day per month on pro-rata basis. Absence beyond leave causes proportionate stipend deduction.
• Verification: Trainees require Police Verification Certificate from District Police authorities and Conduct Certificate from ICAI or ICMAI. Standard medical examination must be cleared before engagement.
• Service Status: Trainees are governed as interns and labour laws for regular employees do not apply, except compensation under the Employees' Compensation Act, 1923. NPCIL has no obligation to provide regular employment.

Selection Procedure and Personal Interview

Selection is conducted in two stages:

Stage 1 (Screening): Screening is based on aggregate marks in Inter CA or Inter CMA. Candidates are shortlisted for personal interview in the ratio of 1:5. Shortlisted candidates are informed via registered email.

Stage 2 (Virtual Interview): Personal interview is conducted in Virtual Mode by the respective unit or region. Shortlisted applicants download the e-Call Letter from www.npcilcareers.co.in and present it along with Aadhaar card at the time of online reporting.

Tie-Breaking Rules:

1. Higher marks in Inter CA or Inter CMA placed higher in merit.
2. If interview marks and Inter marks are equal, candidate senior in age is ranked higher.
3. If marks and age are both equal, merit follows alphabetical order of name (First Name, Middle Name, Surname).

Waitlist and Records: A reserve waitlist equal to the number of select list candidates is maintained for 1 year from panel approval date. Records of non-selected candidates are preserved for up to 06 months from select list publication.

Application Fee and Payment Mode

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited charges no application fee for this training engagement. Online registration on www.npcilcareers.co.in is completely free across all applicant categories.

No payment is required. Do not transfer funds or purchase drafts for this application.

Documents Required for Verification

Original certificates and self-attested photocopies must be produced during certificate verification. Do not send documents to NPCIL by post. Required documents comprise:

• Printed online application form and original Aadhaar card.
• Printed e-Call Letter bearing uploaded photograph.
• Matriculation certificate for date of birth verification.
• Pass certificates and marksheets of Inter CA or Inter CMA showing aggregate marks.
• Conduct and character certificate from ICAI or ICMAI.
• Police Verification Certificate from District Police authorities.
• Category certificate (SC, ST, OBC NCL issued on or after 01/04/2026, EWS for 2026-27, or PwBD certificate under Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017).

How to Apply Step by Step for NPCIL CA and CMA Internship

Apply online through www.npcilcareers.co.in from 06/10/2026 at 10:00 Hrs to 26/10/2026 at 17:00 Hrs. The four-step process includes:

1. Step 1 (Online Registration): Click on Apply and then Online Registration at the top left corner of the site. Enter name, date of birth, category, email ID, and mobile number. Submit to receive an activation link by email.
2. Step 2 (Account Activation): Click the activation link received on your email to activate the applicant account.
3. Step 3 (Fill Details and Submit): Log in using Login ID and password. Complete the multi-stage form:
   • Enter Educational Qualification details and exact marks of Inter CA or Inter CMA.
   • Enter Personal Details and site location preferences.
   • Upload Photograph in JPEG format (size 10 KB to 50 KB, pixels 180 x 240 to 480 x 640).
   • Upload Signature in JPEG format (size up to 20 KB, pixels 80 x 100 to 160 x 560).
   • Review the draft form and click Submit Application. Note the generated Application number.
4. Step 4 (Print Application Form): Print the completed application form for future reference.

In case of duplicate applications, only the latest application will be considered.

Important Links and Official Notification

Official links for NPCIL CA and CMA intern recruitment 2026:

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