Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released the Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification for 319 vacancies in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science disciplines under Advertisement No. CC/04/2025 dated 27 September 2025. Selection is based entirely on GATE 2026 scores followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview. Online applications are open from 3 November 2026 at 5:00 PM and close on 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Apply at powergrid.in.
Important Note
1. Only GATE 2026 scores are valid for this recruitment. GATE scores from 2025 or earlier are not accepted. Candidates must have appeared in and qualified GATE 2026 in the relevant paper before applying.
2. A service bond of Rs. 5,00,000 for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates and Rs. 2,50,000 for SC, ST and PwBD candidates applies. Selected candidates must complete one year of training and serve POWERGRID for at least 3 years.
3. There is no separate POWERGRID written examination. Shortlisting for GD and interview is based on GATE 2026 normalized marks. The final selection weightage is 85% GATE score, 3% GD and 12% personal interview.
POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID/PGCIL) |
| Organisation Type | Maharatna PSU under Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | CC/04/2025 dated 27 September 2025 |
| Vacancy Notice Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Post Name | Engineer Trainee |
| Disciplines | Electrical, Civil and Computer Science |
| Total Vacancies | 319 |
| Recruitment Through | GATE 2026 |
| Qualification | Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering in prescribed discipline |
| Minimum Marks | 60% or equivalent CGPA (General/OBC/EWS) |
| Upper Age Limit | 28 years as on 31 December 2025 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 for applicable categories |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Opens | 3 November 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Training Period | 1 year |
| Training Pay Scale | Rs. 40,000 – 3% – Rs. 1,40,000 (IDA) |
| Post-Training Pay Scale | Rs. 50,000 – 3% – Rs. 1,60,000 (IDA) – E2 Grade |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India or abroad as per POWERGRID requirement |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Detailed Advertisement Date | 27 September 2025 |
| Vacancy Notice Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Application Opens | 3 November 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Group Discussion and Personal Interview | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | GATE 2026 Paper | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | EE | 250 |
| Civil | CE | 48 |
| Computer Science | CS | 21 |
| Total | 319 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Discipline | Accepted Branch | GATE 2026 Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical and Electronics / Power Systems Engineering / Power Engineering (Electrical) | EE |
| Civil | Civil Engineering | CE |
| Computer Science | Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Technology | CS |
The qualification must be a full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering degree from a recognised university or institution.
Minimum Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | 60% or equivalent CGPA |
| SC / ST / PwBD against reserved posts | Pass marks, subject to applicable reservation conditions |
GATE Requirement
Only GATE 2026 scores are valid. Each discipline requires the corresponding GATE 2026 paper as listed above.
Age Limit (as on 31 December 2025)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 31 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 33 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – General / EWS | 38 years (10 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | 41 years (13 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 43 years (15 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen / Riot Victims | As per Government of India rules |
Salary and Pay Scale
During Training (1 Year)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 40,000 – 3% – Rs. 1,40,000 (IDA) |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs. 40,000 per month |
| Approximate CTC | About Rs. 11 lakh per annum |
After Successful Training
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Engineer |
| Grade | E2 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 50,000 – 3% – Rs. 1,60,000 (IDA) |
| Approximate CTC | About Rs. 22.5 lakh per annum |
Additional benefits include IDA, HRA or accommodation, cafeteria benefits, Performance Related Pay, PF, gratuity, pension, medical benefits and insurance as per POWERGRID rules.
Service Bond
| Category | Bond Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 5,00,000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 2,50,000 |
Selected candidates must complete the one-year training period and serve POWERGRID for at least 3 years, subject to bond conditions in the detailed advertisement.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST | No Fee |
| PwBD | No Fee |
| Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
| Departmental Candidates | No Fee |
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the online payment facility in the application portal.
Selection Process
There is no separate written examination. Selection is based on GATE 2026 scores followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
| Stage | Weightage |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 Score (Normalized marks out of 100) | 85% |
| Group Discussion | 3% |
| Personal Interview | 12% |
| Total | 100% |
Shortlisting for GD and Interview
Candidates are shortlisted category-wise based on their GATE 2026 normalized marks.
Group Discussion
Group Discussion carries 3% weightage and has no separate qualifying marks.
Personal Interview Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Interview Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) / SC / ST / PwBD against reserved vacancies | 30% |
Candidates may participate in GD and Interview in Hindi or English. Appointment is subject to medical fitness as per POWERGRID’s pre-employment medical standards.
Documents Required for Application
- GATE 2026 Admit Card
- GATE 2026 Application Number and Registration Number
- B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering marksheets and degree certificate
- CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate (if applicable)
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD certificates (as applicable)
- NOC from current employer for Government/PSU employees
How to Apply for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official POWERGRID website at powergrid.in.
- Go to the Careers or Job Opportunities section.
- Find Recruitment of Engineer Trainees 2026 through GATE 2026 under Advertisement No. CC/04/2025.
- Open the online registration link.
- Enter your GATE 2026 Application Number and Registration Number.
- Fill in personal, educational, discipline and category details accurately.
- Upload the prescribed documents.
- Pay Rs. 500 online if the fee applies to your category.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application on or before 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Careers Section) | Click Here |
| POWERGRID Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
There are 319 vacancies: 250 Electrical, 48 Civil and 21 Computer Science.
What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee 2026?
The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Is GATE 2025 score valid for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee 2026?
No. Only GATE 2026 scores are valid. GATE scores from earlier years are not accepted.
What is the POWERGRID Engineer Trainee selection process?
Selection is based on GATE 2026 score (85% weightage), Group Discussion (3%) and Personal Interview (12%), followed by medical examination. There is no separate written exam.
What is the salary for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee?
During the one-year training period, the initial basic pay is Rs. 40,000 in the Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 IDA scale. After training, the E2 grade pay scale is Rs. 50,000-1,60,000, with an approximate CTC of Rs. 22.5 lakh per annum.
What is the service bond for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee?
Rs. 5,00,000 for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS and Rs. 2,50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, with a minimum 3-year service commitment after training.
What is the application fee for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee?
Rs. 500 for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and eligible departmental candidates are exempt.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 official notification (Advertisement No. CC/04/2025) and the vacancy notice dated 3 November 2026, available at powergrid.in. Candidates must read the full official notification before applying to verify all conditions, including category-wise vacancy distribution, detailed reservation rules, bond conditions and medical standards. JobShouter is not associated with Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID). This article is for informational purposes only.
