POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 is open for GATE 2026 qualifiers. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna central PSU under the Ministry of Power, has released the vacancy notice for 319 Engineer Trainee posts in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science disciplines under Advertisement No. CC/04/2025. Online registration started on 3 November 2026 and the last date to apply is 18 November 2026.
There is no written exam – selection is based on your GATE 2026 score, a group discussion and a personal interview. After one year of training, Engineer Trainees are absorbed as Engineers in the E2 grade with an approximate CTC of ₹22.5 lakh per year. Here is everything you need to know.
POWERGRID ET 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (Maharatna PSU) |
| Advertisement No. | CC/04/2025 |
| Post | Engineer Trainee (ET) |
| Vacancies | 319 |
| Disciplines | Electrical, Civil, Computer Science |
| Selection | GATE 2026 (85%) + GD (3%) + Interview (12%) |
| Apply Online | 3 November to 18 November 2026 |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy notice released | 3 November 2026 |
| Online registration & fee payment start | 3 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date to apply & pay fee | 18 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| GD / Interview | To be announced |
Discipline-wise Vacancies
| Discipline | GATE Paper | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | EE | 250 |
| Civil | CE | 48 |
| Computer Science | CS | 21 |
| Total | 319 |
The original advertisement had also listed Electronics (EC) as a tentative discipline, but the vacancy notice of 3 November 2026 covers only Electrical, Civil and Computer Science. Category-wise reservation details are given in the official notice.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering) from a recognised university or institute in the following branches:
- Electrical: Electrical, Electrical (Power), Electrical & Electronics, Power Systems Engineering, Power Engineering (Electrical)
- Civil: Civil Engineering
- Computer Science: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology
Minimum Marks
60% marks or equivalent CGPA for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD candidates applying against reserved posts need only pass marks. If your university awards CGPA, keep the conversion certificate ready.
GATE Requirement
You must have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026 in the corresponding paper – EE, CE or CS. GATE 2025 or older scores are not valid.
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 28 years as on 31 December 2025. Relaxations:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Riot victims | As per Govt. of India rules |
Application Fee
- General / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹500 (non-refundable, online payment)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental candidates: No fee
Salary, CTC and Benefits
| Stage | Pay Scale (IDA) | Approx. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Training (1 year) | ₹40,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000 (basic ₹40,000) | About ₹11 lakh p.a. |
| After training – Engineer (E2) | ₹50,000 – 3% – ₹1,60,000 | About ₹22.5 lakh p.a. |
The package includes IDA, HRA or company accommodation, cafeteria-based perks, performance-related pay, provident fund, gratuity, pension, medical benefits and insurance as per POWERGRID rules. Postings can be anywhere in India – often at substations and project sites – or abroad as per company needs.
Selection Process
There is no separate written test. Selection is in the following stages:
- Shortlisting category-wise on normalised GATE 2026 marks (out of 100).
- Group Discussion – no separate qualifying marks.
- Personal Interview – qualifying marks: 40% for UR/EWS; 30% for OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/PwBD against reserved vacancies.
- Medical Examination
Weightage in Final Merit
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 Marks | 85% |
| Group Discussion | 3% |
| Personal Interview | 12% |
Since GATE carries 85% weightage, your GATE score is the deciding factor. GD and interview can be taken in Hindi or English.
Service Agreement Bond
After training, candidates must execute a service bond to serve POWERGRID for at least 3 years:
- General / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹5,00,000
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹2,50,000
How to Apply
- Go to www.powergrid.in → Careers → Job Opportunities.
- Open "Recruitment of Engineer Trainees-2026 through GATE 2026, Advt. No. CC/04/2025".
- Click "Apply Online" and register with your GATE 2026 registration number, email and mobile number.
- Fill in academic details, upload photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the ₹500 fee (if applicable) online.
- Submit and take a printout of the application form.
Documents to Keep Ready
- GATE 2026 admit card and scorecard (with registration number)
- Class 10 certificate for date of birth proof
- B.E./B.Tech degree certificate or provisional certificate and all semester mark sheets
- CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate from your university, if applicable
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL in the central government format) or EWS certificate valid for the year
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate, if you are already working in a government department or PSU
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified size
An OBC (NCL) certificate must be in the central government format and issued within the period specified in the notification. A state-format certificate may lead to rejection of your reserved-category claim, so check this early.
Why POWERGRID Is a Top Choice for Engineers
POWERGRID operates most of India's inter-state transmission network, carrying a large share of the power generated in the country. As a Maharatna company, it offers job security, a structured training programme and exposure to large projects such as high-voltage substations, HVDC links and green energy corridors that connect renewable energy zones to the grid. The company also runs a telecom business and consultancy projects in India and abroad, which gives engineers diverse career paths.
The salary structure is among the best in the PSU sector. After one year of training, Engineer Trainees move to the E2 grade, and with regular performance-based promotions, engineers can reach senior management levels over their careers. POWERGRID also supports higher studies and professional development for its employees.
Expected GATE Cut-off
POWERGRID does not publish a fixed cut-off in advance. Shortlisting depends on the number of applicants, vacancies and the score distribution in each category. Electrical has the largest number of posts (250), so the shortlisting band for EE may be wider than for Civil and CS, which have fewer posts. Candidates with a good GATE 2026 score in their discipline should apply without waiting for cut-off estimates.
GD and Interview Tips
- Learn about POWERGRID's role as the Central Transmission Utility, the national grid, HVDC links and green energy corridors.
- Electrical candidates should revise power systems, protection, switchgear, HVDC and transmission line design.
- Civil candidates should revise tower foundations, structural design and soil mechanics.
- CS candidates should prepare SCADA, networking, cybersecurity and POWERGRID's telecom business (POWERTEL).
- For GD, practise current topics like renewable energy integration, energy storage and power sector reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date for POWERGRID ET 2026?
18 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
Q2. Is GATE 2025 score valid?
No. Only GATE 2026 in EE, CE or CS is valid.
Q3. How many Electrical posts are there?
250 out of 319 posts are for Electrical.
Q4. What is the bond amount?
₹5 lakh for General/OBC/EWS and ₹2.5 lakh for SC/ST/PwBD, for 3 years of service.
Conclusion
POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 is one of the top PSU opportunities for GATE 2026 qualifiers, especially in Electrical engineering. With 319 posts, a Maharatna employer and a post-training CTC of about ₹22.5 lakh, eligible candidates should apply before 18 November 2026 without delay.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. TamilDigit is not associated with POWERGRID. Details are compiled from the vacancy notice as reported by job portals and may change. Always verify with the official notification on www.powergrid.in before applying.
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