Odisha Hydro Power Corporation Limited (OHPC), a Government of Odisha Undertaking and a Gold-rated State PSU, has released the OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2025 Notification (Advt. No. OHPC: HQ: HRD: RECTT: 02/2025 dated 07.11.2025).
The recruitment aims to induct qualified and energetic Diploma Engineer Trainees (DETs) in Electrical and Civil Engineering disciplines for placement at OHPC’s various units and project sites across Odisha.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for OHPC DET Recruitment 2025.
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification No. & Date | OHPC: HQ: HRD: RECTT: 02/2025 Dt: 07-11-2025 |
| Start of Online Application & Fee Payment | 12-11-2025 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 11-12-2025 |
| Last Date for Final Submission | 11-12-2025 |
| Tentative Date of CBT (Online Examination) | January / February 2026 |
Note: OHPC may alter the examination schedule for administrative reasons.
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Application Fee 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / SEBC | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST of Odisha | Exempted |
| PwD Candidates | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Candidates are advised to retain the payment receipt for record purposes.
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Age Limit 2025 (as on 01-08-2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 32 years |
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit:
- SC/ST/SEBC/Women/Ex-Servicemen – 5 years
- PwD Candidates – 10 years
- PwD belonging to SC/ST/SEBC – Up to 15 years cumulative relaxation
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Educational Qualification 2025
Candidates must meet the following OHPC DET Educational Eligibility Criteria as per their discipline:
| Post Name | Post Code | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| DET (Electrical) | 06 | Full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized University/Institution/State Council of Technical Education with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD). |
| DET (Civil) | 07 | Full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institution/State Council of Technical Education with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD). |
Candidates awaiting final semester results are not eligible to apply.
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OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Vacancy 2025
| Post Name | Post Code | UR | SEBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DET (Electrical) | 06 | 21 (W:7) | – | 6 (W:2) | 6 (W:2) | 33 (PWD-1, ExSM-1) |
| DET (Civil) | 07 | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
Total Posts: 34 DET Vacancies
Note:
- W – Women; PWD – Person with Disability (40% & above); ExSM – Ex-Serviceman
- Reservation as per Government of Odisha ORV rules.
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Salary 2025 (Stipend & Pay Scale)
| Post | Post Code | Stipend During Training | Post After Training | Pay Matrix on Regularization |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma Engineer Trainee (DET) | 06, 07 | ₹40,000/- per month | Junior Manager (E-2 Grade) | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/- |
Additional Benefits:
- Medical Allowance: ₹200/month
- Remote Area Allowance: ₹1,000/month (for postings at BHEP, Balimela & UIHEP, Mukhiguda)
- DA, HRA, and other benefits applicable after confirmation as per OHPC norms
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Training, Probation & Bond
- Training Duration: 1 year
- Probation Period: 1 year after training
- Service Agreement Bond: Mandatory for 3 years (including training)
| Period | Bond Amount (DET) |
|---|---|
| Training Year | ₹1,44,000/- |
| 2nd Year | ₹1,00,000/- |
| 3rd Year | ₹60,000/- |
Bond to be executed on non-judicial stamp paper at joining.
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Selection Process 2025
The OHPC DET Selection Process includes the following stages:
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Objective Test with 120 MCQs – Part I (Aptitude) & Part II (Technical Subject) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Document Verification | Based on CBT Merit List |
| Final Selection | Based solely on CBT Score and Medical Fitness |
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Exam Pattern 2025
| Part | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Aptitude (Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Awareness) | 40 | 40 | |
| Part II | Subject Knowledge (as per Discipline) | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 2 hours |
Exam Mode: Online (CBT) | Language: English Only
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Exam Centres 2025
| City of Examination |
|---|
| Bhubaneswar |
| Cuttack |
| Rourkela |
| Sambalpur |
| Berhampur |
| Balasore |
| Angul |
| Jeypore |
| Bhawanipatna |
OHPC may add or limit exam cities depending on applications received.
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Pay and Allowances
After confirmation, DETs will receive:
- Pay as per E-2 Pay Matrix ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-
- Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Other Perks as per OHPC Rules
- Medical & Insurance benefits, Leave entitlements, and performance-linked increments
How to Apply for OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2025
Steps to Apply Online:
- Visit the official OHPC Website
- Go to Career → OHPC DET Recruitment 2025
- Read the detailed notification carefully
- Register and obtain your unique registration number
- Fill the online form and upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference
OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Notification PDF 2025
Candidates can download the OHPC DET Notification 2025 PDF and apply online using the links below:
- Download OHPC DET Notification PDF 2025
- Apply Online for OHPC DET Recruitment 2025
- Visit Official OHPC Website
| All the best to all enthusiastic Aspirants vacancyboard Congratulations |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What are the Post Codes for OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2025?
Ans. Post Codes are DET (Electrical) – 06 and DET (Civil) – 07.
Q. What is the stipend for OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainees during training?
Ans. DETs will receive ₹40,000 per month during the training period.
Q. What is the pay scale after training for OHPC DETs?
Ans. After successful training, DETs will be appointed as Junior Manager (E-2 Grade) with pay ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-.
Q. What is the exam pattern for OHPC DET 2025?
Ans. The exam will have 120 questions – 40 from General Aptitude and 80 from the Technical subject.
Conclusion
The OHPC Diploma Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2025 provides an excellent career opportunity for diploma engineers to join a reputed PSU under the Government of Odisha.
With attractive pay, stable service, and technical exposure, candidates should not miss applying for OHPC DET Recruitment 2025.
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