OPTCL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 50 Management Trainee, JMT & Office Assistant Posts
The Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) has officially announced its OPTCL Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 50 vacancies across multiple positions including Management Trainee (MT), Junior Management Trainee (JMT), and Office Assistant Grade-III Trainee.
If you’re looking for a stable government job in Odisha with attractive pay and career growth, this recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity. Here’s everything you need to know before applying.
📌 Overview of OPTCL Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) |
| Posts | MT (Civil/Law), JMT (Civil), Office Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 50 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Advertisement No. | MPP&R-08/2025-26 |
| Application Start Date | 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | www.optcl.co.in |
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Release: 04 February 2026
- Online Application Begins: 16 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 15 April 2026
- CBT Exam Date: To be announced
- Interview/Skill Test: To be announced
📊 Vacancy Details (Total: 50 Posts)
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Management Trainee (Civil) | 5 |
| Management Trainee (Law) | 3 |
| Junior Management Trainee (Civil) | 4 |
| Office Assistant Grade-III Trainee | 38 |
✔️ Total: 50 Posts (including reserved categories and women candidates)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen
Educational Qualification
- MT (Civil): B.E/B.Tech in Civil Engineering (min. 60%)
- MT (Law): Degree in Law
- JMT (Civil): Diploma in Civil Engineering (min. 60%)
- Office Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree (min. 60%)
📌 Relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD candidates require minimum 50% marks
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to read & write Odia
- Basic knowledge of computers (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 Feb 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST/SEBC: 5 years
- Women: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
💰 Salary & Benefits
During Training
| Post | Monthly Stipend |
| MT (Civil/Law) | ₹50,000 |
| JMT (Civil) | ₹30,000 |
| Office Assistant | ₹20,000 |
After Training
- Assistant Manager: ₹56,100/month
- Junior Manager: ₹44,900/month
- Office Assistant: ₹29,300/month
✨ Additional perks include DA, HRA, medical benefits, insurance, and pension schemes.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| UR/SEBC | ₹1,180 |
| SC/ST/PwBD (Odisha) | ₹590 |
| Departmental Candidates | Exempted |
📌 Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
📝 Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Personal Interview / Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
CBT Exam Pattern
- 200 MCQs
- Duration: 3 Hours
- +1 mark for correct answer
- -0.25 negative marking
🖥️ How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website: www.optcl.co.in
- Go to the recruitment section
- Register with your email and mobile number
- Fill out the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and take a printout for future reference
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Apply only through online mode
- Ensure all details are accurate and valid
- Candidates must meet eligibility criteria at all stages
- Government/PSU employees must provide NOC
- Final selection is subject to medical fitness
- Posting can be anywhere in Odisha
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Short Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
📢 Final Thoughts
The OPTCL Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates, diploma holders, and degree holders seeking a secure government job in Odisha. With attractive salaries, structured career growth, and multiple vacancies, this recruitment drive is worth applying for.
