Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 319 Engineer Trainees in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science disciplines through GATE 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 3 November 2026 to 18 November 2026. In this article we provide complete details about eligibility, vacancy, salary, selection process and application procedure.
Recruitment Overview
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Name | Engineer Trainee (Electrical, Civil, Computer Science) |
| Total Vacancies | 319 |
| Job Type | Central Government PSU |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
About the Recruitment
POWERGRID, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise in the power transmission sector, has invited online applications for Engineer Trainee posts. Selection is based on GATE 2026 scores, followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview. There is no separate written exam by POWERGRID.
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | GATE 2026 Paper | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | EE | 250 |
| Civil | CE | 48 |
| Computer Science | CS | 21 |
| Total | 319 | |
No category-wise breakup is mentioned in the source.
Educational Qualification
- Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in the relevant branch with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- A valid GATE 2026 score in the relevant paper: EE (Electrical), CE (Civil) or CS (Computer Science).
- Indian nationals aged 18 years or above.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 28 years as on 31 December 2025.
- Age Relaxation: OBC (NCL) 3 years; SC/ST 5 years; PwBD (UR & EWS) 10 years; PwBD (OBC-NCL) 13 years; PwBD (SC & ST) 15 years.
Application Fee
- General and other candidates: ₹500
- Exempted: SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and Departmental candidates
Salary
E2 pay scale of ₹50,000 to ₹1,60,000 (IDA), payable after the training period.
Selection Process
| Stage | Weightage |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 score (marks out of 100) | 85% |
| Group Discussion (GD) | 3% |
| Personal Interview (PI) | 12% |
The GD and PI can be taken in Hindi or English.
How to Apply
- Open the Online Application Form link from the official POWERGRID careers page (link below).
- Register and log in.
- Fill in your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the form and print a copy for future use.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 November 2026 |
| GD / PI Dates | To be announced |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF 1) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF 2) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 18 November 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 319 vacancies: Electrical 250, Civil 48 and Computer Science 21.
Q3. Is there a written exam?
No separate written exam. Selection is based on GATE 2026 score, Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
Q4. What is the qualification required?
Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in the relevant branch with at least 60% marks, and a valid GATE 2026 score in EE, CE or CS.
Q5. What is the age limit?
Up to 28 years as on 31 December 2025, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Q6. What is the salary?
E2 scale of ₹50,000 to ₹1,60,000 (IDA), payable after training.
Q7. What is the application fee?
₹500 for general and other candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates are exempted.
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