OHPC Recruitment 2025: Odisha Hydro Power Corporation Limited (OHPC), a leading Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) in the hydro energy sector, has released a notification (Advertisement No. 03/2025) for the recruitment of 125 posts of Technical Non-Executive (TNE) Trainees across various disciplines, including the crucial Electrical Trainee role. This opportunity offers candidates with ITI and HSC qualifications a stable career path with competitive pay in Odisha’s power sector.
OHPC TNE Recruitment 2025 Summary
| Organization Name | Odisha Hydro Power Corporation Limited (OHPC) |
| Advertisement No. | OHPC: HQ: HRD: RECTT: 03/2025 |
| Post Name | Technical Non-Executive (TNE) Trainees |
| Total Vacancies | 125 |
| Job Location | Various OHPC Units and Project Sites in Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Medical Exam |
| Official Website | ohpcltd.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Release | November 7, 2025 |
| Online Application and Fee Payment Start Date | November 12, 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | December 11, 2025 |
| Tentative Date of Computer Based Test (CBT) | January/February 2026 |
Vacancy Details
OHPC is recruiting 125 Technical Non-Executive Trainees to support operations across its hydro projects and renewable energy initiatives. Details of vacancies are mentioned below.
| Post Name / Discipline | Vacancies |
| Electrical Trainee (Operator, Electrician, Lineman) | 63 |
| Mechanical Trainee (Operator, Fitter) | 43 |
| Crane Operator Trainee | 10 |
| Store Keeper Trainee | 06 |
| Welder Trainee | 03 |
| TOTAL | 125 |
Educational Details
Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications as per the respective post:
Electrical Trainee, Mechanical Trainee, Welder Trainee, Crane Operator Trainee: Must have passed HSC (Class 10th) and possess an approved ITI Trade Certificate in the respective discipline from NCVT/SCVT.
Store Keeper Trainee: Must be a Graduate in Commerce or Arts or Science from a recognized university.
Salary (Emoluments)
The selected candidates will undergo a one-year training period, followed by regularization in the respective cadre.
| Stage | Pay Details |
| During 1 Year Training | Consolidated Stipend of ₹22,700/- per month. Additional allowances (Medical Allowance: ₹500/month and Remote Area Allowance: ₹2,000/month for specific locations) are also applicable. |
| Post-Training (Regularization) | Candidates will be appointed in the E-1 Scale. |
| Pay Matrix | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100/- (Initial Basic Pay: ₹25,500/-) plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as per OHPC rules. |
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as of August 1, 2025.
| Post Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Electrical Trainee, Mechanical Trainee, Welder Trainee, Crane Operator Trainee | 18 Years | 32 Years |
| Store Keeper Trainee | 21 Years | 32 Years |
Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxation is provided as per government rules: 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC/Women candidates, and 10 years for PwD candidates (40% or more disability).
Selection Process
The selection process for the TNE Trainee posts consists of the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT): The online test will consist of 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 120 marks over a duration of 2 hours.
Part-A (40 Marks): General Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Awareness.
Part-B (80 Marks): Questions specific to the candidate’s respective discipline/trade.
Note: There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
Document Verification (DV): Candidates shortlisted from the CBT (typically in a ratio of 1:5) will be called for document verification at Bhubaneswar.
Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to the candidate clearing the prescribed medical fitness standards of OHPC.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Non-refundable) | Exemption |
| UR (Unreserved), SEBC/OBC, EWS | ₹500/- | N/A |
| SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), PwD (Persons with Disability) | Exempted | Fee is not applicable. |
How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates must apply online through the official OHPC website by following these steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official website, ohpcltd.com, and navigate to the ‘Careers’ or ‘Recruitment’ section.
- Step 2: Click on the link for “Recruitment to the post of Technical Non-Executive (TNE) Trainees” (Advertisement No. 03/2025).
- Step 3: Complete the online registration process using basic details and generate a unique registration number/password.
- Step 4: Log in to the application portal and accurately fill out the detailed application form, including personal, educational, and communication details.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of required documents, passport-sized photograph, and signature in the specified formats (e.g., JPG/JPEG).
- Step 6: Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee online (if applicable) using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Step 7: Review the entire application form for any errors before final submission.
- Step 8: Download and print the submitted application form and the e-receipt of the fee payment for future reference.
Important Links
| OHPC Recruitment 2025 Official Notification PDF (TNE – 2025) | Click Here |
| OHPC Official Website | http://www.ohpcltd.com/ |
| Direct Online Application Link | Click Here |









