The Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) has released a new recruitment notification for Management Trainee, Junior Management Trainee and Office Assistant Grade-III positions in 2026. This recruitment drive aims to attract talented and motivated candidates who wish to build a stable career in the government power sector. OPTCL is one of the major electricity transmission utilities in Odisha. The organization manages a large network of transmission lines and substations across the state and plays a vital role in delivering reliable electricity. With continuous expansion and modernization projects underway, OPTCL regularly hires skilled professionals to strengthen its workforce. Through this OPTCL Recruitment 2026, a total of 50 vacancies will be filled in different departments including Civil Engineering, Law, and administrative support roles. Candidates with qualifications such as Civil Engineering Degree, Civil Diploma, Law Degree, and Graduate Degree are eligible to apply for these positions depending on the post. The recruitment process will begin with online application submission, which will start from 16 March 2026 and continue until 15 April 2026. Applicants must carefully review the eligibility criteria before submitting their applications. The selection procedure consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by either Personal Interview or Skill Test depending on the position applied for. Candidates who perform well in the CBT will be shortlisted for the next stage. The final merit list will be prepared based on combined performance in the written examination and interview or skill test. During the training period, selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend. After successful completion of training, they will be appointed to regular posts with attractive pay scales under the corporation's pay matrix system. Candidates selected as Management Trainees will undergo training before being absorbed as Assistant Managers. Similarly, Junior Management Trainees will be appointed as Junior Managers, while Office Assistant trainees will be placed in the administrative cadre after training. In addition to the basic salary, employees will also receive several benefits such as dearness allowance, housing allowance, medical benefits, insurance coverage, and retirement benefits as per company rules. This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates who are looking for government jobs in Odisha in the power sector. Interested applicants are advised to apply online within the specified dates and prepare well for the selection examination.
Authority - State Government
Application Mode - Online
Job Type - Regular
Advertisement - MPP&R - 08/2025-26
Posted On
05 Feb 2026, 07:17 pm
Total Posts
50
Organization
Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL)
Updated On
16 Mar 2026
β’ Online Application Start Date β 16 March 2026 (05:00 PM)
β’ Last Date to Apply Online β 15 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
β’ General / SEBC Candidates β βΉ1180
β’ SC / ST / PwBD Candidates β βΉ590
β’ OPTCL Departmental Candidates β No Fee
β’ Minimum Age β 21 Years
β’ Maximum Age β 32 Years
Age Relaxation:
β’ SC / ST / SEBC β 5 Years
β’ Women Candidates β 5 Years
β’ PwBD Candidates β 10 Years
β’ Management Trainee (Civil): Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks
β’ Management Trainee (Law): Law Degree from a recognized institution
β’ Junior Management Trainee (Civil): Diploma in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks
β’ Office Assistant Grade-III: Bachelorβs Degree with computer knowledge and ability to read/write Odia
| Sl. No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Management Trainee (Civil) | 5 | Civil Engineering Degree | βΉ56,100 β βΉ1,77,500 |
| 2 | Management Trainee (Law) | 3 | Law Degree | βΉ56,100 β βΉ1,77,500 |
| 3 | Junior Management Trainee (Civil) | 4 | Civil Engineering Diploma | βΉ44,900 β βΉ1,42,400 |
| 4 | Office Assistant Grade-III Trainee | 38 | Graduate Degree | βΉ29,300 β βΉ92,400 |
β’ Visit the official website of OPTCL.
β’ Open the Careers / Recruitment section.
β’ Find the notification for OPTCL Recruitment 2026.
β’ Read the eligibility criteria carefully.
β’ Click on Apply Online.
β’ Register using your email ID and mobile number.
β’ Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and contact details.
β’ Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, certificates, and mark sheets.
β’ Pay the application fee through online payment methods.
β’ Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Kindly read the complete official notification carefully before applying!

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