Short Detail:
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has announced Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 through GATE 2026 for total 319 posts, including 10 backlog posts. Candidates who want to apply for Electrical, Civil and Computer Science Engineer Trainee posts can submit their online application form from 03/11/2026 to 18/11/2026, if they meet the required eligibility criteria. Read the notification for degree requirements, age relaxation, fees, salary, service bond and selection details.
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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL)
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: CC/04/2025
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 27/09/2025
- Notice No. 2 Date: 03/11/2026
- Application Start Date: 03/11/2026 (05:00 PM)
- Last Date To Apply: 18/11/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 18/11/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- GD / Interview Date: Announce Later
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates: ₹0/-
- Pay the fee online. The paid fee will not be refunded.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 31/12/2025
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: 28 Years for UR / EWS
- Age relaxation is available as per POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 rules.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years for OBC-NCL reserved posts |
| SC / ST | 5 years for posts reserved for the respective category |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 10 years for PwBD reserved posts |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years for PwBD reserved posts |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years for PwBD reserved posts |
| Ex-Servicemen / Victims of Riots | As per Government of India directives |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 319
| Post Name | Post ID | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Electrical) | 566 | 98 | 66 + 6* | 37 + 1* | 18 | 24 | 243 + 7* = 250 |
| Engineer Trainee (Civil) | 567 | 19 | 12 + 2* | 7 + 1* | 3 | 4 | 45 + 3* = 48 |
| Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) | 568 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 21 |
| Total | — | 126 | 83 + 8* | 48 + 2* | 22 | 30 | 309 + 10* = 319 |
Eligibility Details
- Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) in an accepted branch from a recognized university or institute.
- At least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA are required. SC / ST / PwBD candidates need pass marks for posts reserved for their category.
- Candidates must qualify in the matching GATE 2026 paper. Only GATE 2026 normalized marks out of 100 are valid; GATE 2025 or older scores are not accepted.
- Final-year / semester candidates were eligible if their degree result was expected by 14/08/2026.
| Discipline | GATE 2026 Paper | Accepted Engineering Branches |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | EE | Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical & Electronics / Power Systems Engineering / Power Engineering (Electrical) |
| Civil | CE | Civil Engineering |
| Computer Science | CS | Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Technology |
| Electronics (in original advertisement) | EC | Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Electrical Communication / Telecommunication Engineering |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee: Salary Details
| Stage | Pay Scale | Pay / Benefits | Approximate Annual CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-year training | ₹40,000–1,40,000; 3% annual increment | Basic pay ₹40,000 + Industrial DA + HRA + perks at 12% of basic pay | ₹11 lakh |
| After successful training: Engineer (E2) | ₹50,000–1,60,000; 3% annual increment | Basic pay, DA, perks, performance-related pay, leased accommodation / HRA, medical, conveyance, PF, gratuity and pension | ₹22.50 lakh |
Service Agreement Bond
| Category | Bond Amount | Service Required After Training |
|---|---|---|
| Gen / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹5,00,000 | 3 years |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹2,50,000 | 3 years |
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| Apply Online | Click Here |
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PGCIL Engineer Trainee 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Candidates are shortlisted for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview using their GATE 2026 normalized marks out of 100.
- Shortlisted candidates take a psychometric assessment before GD / interview. Its findings are used as an input during the interview.
- Candidates may attend GD and the personal interview in Hindi or English.
- Candidates must separately qualify in GATE 2026 and the personal interview. Final merit uses the weightage given below, subject to eligibility and medical fitness.
Marks Used for Final Selection
| Component | Weightage | Passing Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| GATE 2026 normalized marks | 85% | Qualifying marks set by the GATE 2026 authority |
| Group Discussion | 3% | No separate minimum qualifying marks |
| Personal Interview | 12% | 40% for UR / EWS; 30% for OBC (NCL) / SC / ST / PwBD for reserved posts |
| Total | 100% | GATE 2026 and the personal interview must both be qualified separately |
The supplied selection details do not list a separate POWERGRID written test. GATE marks, GD and interview marks are used in the final score. The psychometric assessment has no separate percentage in the stated weightage.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee 2026: Important Questions
What is the last date for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application and fee payment is 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Registration opens on 3 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates need to complete both steps within this period.
How many posts are in POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
There are 319 posts, including 10 backlog posts. Electrical has 250 posts, Civil has 48 and Computer Science has 21. Electronics is included in the original eligibility details, but no seat is listed in the supplied current vacancy table.
What degree is needed for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A full-time B.E., B.Tech or B.Sc in Engineering in an accepted branch is required, with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. SC, ST and PwBD candidates need pass marks for posts reserved for their category.
Can GATE 2025 marks be used for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
No. Only normalized marks out of 100 from the matching GATE 2026 paper are accepted for this recruitment. Candidates must have appeared and qualified in that paper. Scores from GATE 2025 or earlier years are not valid.
What is the age limit for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years. The upper age is 28 years for UR and EWS candidates as on 31 December 2025. OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwBD and other eligible groups receive relaxation under the stated rules.
How is final selection made for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
GATE normalized marks contribute 85%, Group Discussion contributes 3% and the personal interview contributes 12%. Candidates must pass GATE and the interview separately. A psychometric assessment is held before GD or interview and is used as an interview input.
