Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Engineer Trainee (Electrical) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 319 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Engineer Trainee (Electrical) and other Posts will be accepted from 03 November 2026 to 18 November 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Engineer Trainee (Electrical) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
POWERGRID – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Electrical) | 250 | Rs.40000-140000/- | Anywhere in India |
| Engineer Trainee (Civil) | 48 | Rs.40000-140000/- | Anywhere in India |
| Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) | 21 | Rs.40000-140000/- | Anywhere in India |
| Total Vacancies: | 319 |
POWERGRID Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee (Electrical) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Electrical) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering) in Electrical, Electrical (Power), Electrical and Electronics, Power Systems Engineering or Power Engineering (Electrical), with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA, and valid GATE 2026 EE score |
| Engineer Trainee (Civil) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering) in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA, and valid GATE 2026 CE score |
| Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology, with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA, and valid GATE 2026 CS score |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited for Engineer Trainee (Electrical) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Electrical) | Max 28 years |
| Engineer Trainee (Civil) | Max 28 years |
| Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) | Max 28 years |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.500/-. SC / ST candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Engineer Trainee (Electrical) and other Posts will be carried out through GATE 2026 score, Group Discussion, Personal Interview, Pre-employment medical examination. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for POWERGRID Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from powergrid.in on or before the last date of online application, which is 18 November 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
