NLC Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Apply Online

Neyveli Lignite Corporation Limited Cuddalore Last Date: 10th March, 2026
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NLC Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Apply Online

Important Dates & Schedule
Notification Release
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1st Feb, 2026
Application Start
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9th Feb, 2026
Application End
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10th Mar, 2026
Admit Card Release
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To be notified on official website
Exam Date
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To be announced (Written Test)
Result Date
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To be announced
Other Important Dates
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Document Verification dates will be announced after the Written Test result.
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NLC Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Apply Online

NLC Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026: Notification Overview

NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a premier 'Navratna' Public Sector Enterprise, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 21 Paramedical Staff posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates holding medical paramedical qualifications (Pharmacy, Optometry, OT Technology, ASLP, and Dental Lab Technology) to secure a regular appointment with a competitive salary package.

As per the notification, the recruitment process involves a Written Test (Objective Type) followed by Document Verification. Interested candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official NLC website starting from 09 February 2026.

Recruitment Type: Competitive Exam (Written Test).

Key Highlights

Feature Details
Organization Name NLC India Limited (NLCIL)
Post Name Paramedical Staff (Pharmacist, Ophthalmic Technician, etc.)
Total Vacancies 21
Application Start Date 09/02/2026
Application End Date 10/03/2026
Apply Mode Online
Official Website www.nlcindia.in

Vacancy Details

The total of 21 posts is distributed across various paramedical disciplines as follows:

Post Name No. of Posts Reservation Breakdown
Pharmacist Gr.B 15 UR-8, EWS-1, OBC-4, SC-2
Ophthalmic Technician 2 UR-2
Theatre Assistant 2 UR-2
Audiologist & Speech Therapist 1 UR-1
Dental Mechanic 1 UR-1

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications relevant to the specific post:

  • Pharmacist Gr.B: Full time Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B. Pharm) and registration with the Pharmacy Council of India/ State Pharmacy Council.
  • Ophthalmic Technician: Full time Bachelor's degree in Optometry (BOPT).
  • Theatre Assistant: Full time B.Sc degree in Operation Theatre & Anesthesia Technology OR B.Sc degree in Operation Theatre Technology.
  • Audiologist and Speech Therapist: Full time Bachelor's degree in ASLP (Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology).
  • Dental Mechanic: Full time Diploma in Dental Lab Technology / Diploma in Dental Mechanics (course duration of 2 years or more).

Age Limit & Relaxation

Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: 01-02-2026

  • UR/EWS: Upper age limit is 30 Years.
  • OBC (NCL): Upper age limit is 33 Years.
  • SC/ST: Upper age limit is 35 Years (where applicable).
  • PwBD: Age relaxation of 10 years (additional) as per Government rules.
  • Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per rules (max age 58 Years).

Selection Process & Exam Structure

The selection process for NLC Paramedical Staff recruitment consists of the following stages:

  1. Written Test (Objective Type)
  2. Document Verification

Written Test Pattern

Component Details
Exam Mode Online (CBT) or Offline (OMR) - To be announced
Type of Questions Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Marks 100 Marks
Duration 2 Hours (Typically)
Syllabus Technical knowledge related to the specific discipline (Pharmacy, Optometry, OT Tech, etc.) and General Awareness/Reasoning.
Negative Marking Yes. Typically 1/4th or 1/3rd marks deducted for wrong answers (Confirm specific rule in official PDF).

Application Fee

Category Fee Amount
UR / EWS / OBC (NCL) Rs. 486/- (Rs. 250/- Application + Rs. 236/- Processing Fee)
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Rs. 236/- (Processing Fee only)

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website of NLC India Limited at www.nlcindia.in.
  2. Navigate to the Careers/Recruitment section on the homepage.
  3. Register for the recruitment drive by providing basic personal and contact details.
  4. Log in using the generated credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate academic, professional, and personal information.
  5. Upload required documents (recent passport-size photograph, signature, educational certificates) in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay the application fee online via available payment modes.
  7. Review all details carefully and submit the application.
  8. Ensure submission is completed on or before 10 March 2026.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release: February 2026
  • Online Application Starts: 09 February 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 10 March 2026
  • Written Test Date: To be announced (Check official website regularly)

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