POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Form For 319 Posts
About Post : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has released an official recruitment notice for Engineer Trainee positions through GATE 2026 under Advertisement No. CC/04/2025. A total of 319 vacancies are announced across Electrical. Check important dates, fee details, age limit, branch-wise vacancies, eligibility, and direct application links below.
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POWER GRID CORPORATION OF INDIA LIMITED (PGCIL)
POWERGRID Engineer Trainee (ET) Recruitment 2026 Through GATE
Advt. No. CC/04/2025
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IMPORTANT DATES
- Online Application Start Date : 03/11/2026
- Last Date for Apply Online : 18/11/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 18/11/2026
- GD & Interview Date : To be Notified
- Admit Card Available Date : Before Interview
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APPLICATION FEE
- General / OBC (NCL) / EWS Candidates : Rs. 500/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Departmental : Rs. 0/-
- Pay the examination fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI gateway.
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Age Limit
- Minimum Age Limit : 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit : 28 Years
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Vacancy Details Total Post : 319
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Total Post |
Eligibility |
| Engineer Trainee (Electrical) |
250 |
Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical & Electronics / Power Systems / Power Engineering with at least 60% marks and a valid GATE 2026 score in EE paper. |
| Engineer Trainee (Civil) |
48 |
Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Civil Engineering with at least 60% marks and a valid GATE 2026 score in CE paper. |
| Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) |
21 |
Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Technology with at least 60% marks and a valid GATE 2026 score in CS paper. |
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Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on GATE 2026 marks out of 100 in the relevant paper (85% weightage).
- Group Discussion round to assess communication and team skills (3% weightage).
- Personal Interview to check technical knowledge and personal suitability (12% weightage).
- Document Verification of engineering degrees, GATE 2026 scorecards, and category papers.
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination before final joining.
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How to Apply
- Visit the official website of POWERGRID at powergrid.in and go to the Career section.
- Open the online application link for “Engineer Trainee-2026 through GATE 2026”.
- Enter your GATE 2026 Application Number, Registration Number, and basic contact details.
- Fill in your engineering degree marks, college information, and personal details.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, GATE admit card/score card, and category certificates.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- online (exempted categories pay Nil).
- Submit the form before 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and save a printout for your records.
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FAQ
Q1. What is the last date to apply online for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submitting online applications and paying the fee is 18 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q2. How many total vacancies are announced in this recruitment?
A total of 319 vacancies are announced (250 Electrical, 48 Civil, and 21 Computer Science).
Q3. Is a GATE score required to apply for this post?
Yes, candidates must possess a valid GATE 2026 score in the matching paper (EE, CE, or CS).
Q4. What is the application fee for General and OBC categories?
The application fee is Rs. 500/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Departmental candidates are exempted.
Q5. What is the maximum age limit for applying?
The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 31 December 2025, with age relaxation applicable as per rules.
