Programme Duration
52 Weeks
Intake for
2026
About Post Diploma Course
The course consists of two semesters covering formal training at Institutes & industrial/field training. Course Details are tabulated below:
| Sr. No. | Course Name | Course Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PDC in Power Plant Engineering (52 Weeks) | Covers the familiarisation of power plant operation and maintenance including thermal, solar, wind, biomass and other energy sources with exposure to on-the-job training to reinforce operational and maintenance practices and concepts. The program also meets the ongoing and emerging needs of the power sector by developing trained personnel who will gain competence in operation, maintenance, and commissioning principles of plants based on different energy sources. |
Who can Apply?
Candidates holding a full-time Diploma in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Civil / Mechanical / C&I from a recognized technical board/institution, with minimum aggregate marks of 60% along with minimum 60% marks in 10th/12th class.
Course Fee Details
| Post Diploma Course (PDC) in Power Plant Engineering (52 weeks) | |
|---|---|
| Non-Sponsored Candidates | Total Course Fee: Rs. 1,30,000/- + 18% GST (Admission Process Fee: Rs. 10,000/- + GST) Balance Fee: To be paid in two installments of Rs. 60,000/- + 18% GST (each after confirmation of seat) |
| Sponsored Candidates | Total Course Fee: Rs. 2,05,000/- + 18% GST (Admission Process Fee: Rs. 10,000/- + GST) Balance Fee: To be paid in two installments of Rs. 97,500/- + 18% GST (each after confirmation of seat) |
Location: Badarpur, Durgapur, Nagpur & Neyveli
Institute wise Intake
| Sr. No. | Institute | Intake |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NPTI - Badarpur, New Delhi | 50 Seats |
| 2 | NPTI - Durgapur, West Bengal | 50 Seats |
| 3 | NPTI - Nagpur, Maharashtra | 50 Seats |
| 4 | NPTI - Neyveli, Tamil Nadu | 50 Seats |
Need for the Course?
The main aim of the course is to create a pool of technically trained manpower readily available for serving to the State, Central, Public Sector and Private Power Utilities and allied industries etc., in the area of Operation and Maintenance of Power Plants.
This Post Diploma course satisfies the mandatory requirement of Indian Electricity Rules Act as per CEA notification 20th September, 2010, Government of India Gazette Notification.
To create a healthy environment at the workplace, this may contribute in improving performance and efficiency of plants and encourage excellence.
Admission Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | 20/04/2026 to 03/07/2026 |
| Declaration of Merit List | 10/07/2026 |
| Spot Admission | 24/07/2026 |
| Commencement | 27/07/2026 |
NOTE:
- All instructions/notifications will be displayed on NPTI website.
- Dates may change depending on circumstances.
- No individual communication will be entertained.
How to Apply
- Applications to be filled online through Google Form.
- Registration fee: Rs. 500/- via SBI Collect.
- No application without online payment.
Guidelines for Online Payment Through SBI Collect
- Select Category → Educational Institutions
- Select → National Power Training Institute
- Select Payment Category → PDC Application Fee
- Fill details → Verify → Pay → Print receipt
