The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has released the official recruitment notification for 33 posts of Trainee Engineer (Electronics) through GATE 2026. The recruitment is for POWERGRID’s wholly owned subsidiary, Power Grid Teleservice Limited (PowerTel). The online application window opens on 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM and closes on 27 November 2026. Only candidates who have appeared for and qualified in the GATE 2026 Electronics and Communication (EC) paper are eligible. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
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POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 13 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 27 November 2026 |
Age and eligibility are counted on the closing date, 27 November 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait for the last evening to submit the form.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST | Nil (Exempted) |
| PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
| Departmental Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
The application fee of Rs. 500 is non-refundable and must be paid online before the closing date.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 14 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 7 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 3 |
| Total | 33 |
All 33 vacancies are for the post of Trainee Engineer (Electronics) in PowerTel. The notification also provides horizontal reservation for eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years as on 27 November 2026
- OBC (NCL) candidates: 3 years relaxation
- SC / ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
- PwBD candidates: 10 years relaxation, in addition to applicable category relaxation
- Age relaxation for other eligible categories is governed by the applicable Government of India rules and the official notification.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 1,20,000 |
| Allowances | IDA, HRA and perks at 12% of basic pay per month |
| Approximate Annual CTC | Rs. 14.33 lakh |
| Training Period | One year |
| Designation After Training | Assistant Engineer at E0 level |
Selected candidates will undergo one year of training under PowerTel. After successful training, they will be designated as Assistant Engineers at E0 level, subject to the prescribed conditions. The compensation package also includes Performance Related Pay, medical facilities, Provident Fund, Gratuity, insurance and retirement benefits, and leave encashment. Selected candidates must sign a service agreement bond to serve for at least three years after completing training — the bond amount is Rs. 5 lakh for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates, and Rs. 2.5 lakh for SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Candidates must satisfy all of the following conditions:
- Full-time B.E., B.Tech or B.Sc. (Engineering) degree in the Electronics discipline or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Eligible disciplines: Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Telecommunication, Electronics and Electrical Communication, and Telecommunication Engineering.
- Minimum 60% marks or an equivalent CGPA in the qualifying degree.
- Must have appeared for and qualified in the GATE 2026 Electronics and Communication (EC) paper. The qualifying marks declared by the GATE 2026 organising body will be considered.
- Only the valid GATE 2026 score is considered for this recruitment. Scores from previous GATE examinations will not be accepted.
Candidates should check the degree recognition and CGPA conversion requirements in the official notification before completing the application.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on GATE 2026 EC normalised marks
- Behavioural Assessment
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Personal Interview
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
The final selection score is calculated with the following weightage: GATE 2026 Score 85%, Group Discussion 3%, Personal Interview 12%. Candidates must obtain the minimum qualifying marks in the interview — 40% for General and EWS vacancies and 30% for reserved vacancies, subject to applicable reservation rules. The Group Discussion does not have separate qualifying marks. Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed medical fitness requirements.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
There is no separate written examination for this recruitment. Selection is made on the basis of the GATE 2026 (EC) score, followed by Behavioural Assessment, Group Discussion and Personal Interview, as described in the Selection Process above. The GATE 2026 EC paper is the qualifying examination for this recruitment.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 Documents Required
- Recent passport-size colour photograph and scanned signature
- SSLC / Matriculation certificate or birth certificate
- B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. degree certificate and all semester or year-wise mark sheets
- GATE 2026 admit card and score details
- CGPA conversion certificate, if applicable
- Caste or EWS certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), where applicable
- Valid photo identity proof
Make sure the scanned files meet the size and format requirements mentioned in the official notification.
How to Apply for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official POWERGRID website at powergrid.in.
- Open the Careers or Job Opportunities section on the homepage.
- Find the notification titled Trainee Engineer (Electronics) for PowerTel through GATE 2026, Advertisement No. CC/04/2026.
- Read the detailed notification and check the eligibility conditions.
- Click on the online registration and application link.
- Register using your GATE 2026 application details, including the GATE application number and registration number.
- Enter your personal information, educational qualifications and other required details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the Rs. 500 application fee online, if applicable.
- Review the completed application form and submit it before 27 November 2026.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
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POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online applications and fee payment is 27 November 2026. The application window opens on 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
There are 33 vacancies for Trainee Engineer (Electronics) under PowerTel — UR 14, OBC (NCL) 7, SC 6, ST 3 and EWS 3.
Q3. Is GATE compulsory for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Candidates must have qualified in the GATE 2026 Electronics and Communication (EC) paper. Scores from previous GATE examinations are not accepted.
Q4. What is the age limit for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 28 years as on 27 November 2026, with relaxations of 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Q5. What is the salary for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer?
The pay scale is Rs. 30,000–1,20,000 with IDA, HRA and perks at 12% of basic pay. The approximate annual CTC is Rs. 14.33 lakh.
Q6. What is the application fee?
Rs. 500 for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and departmental candidates are exempted.
Q7. Is this a direct POWERGRID appointment?
No. The recruitment is for POWERGRID’s wholly owned subsidiary, Power Grid Teleservice Limited (PowerTel). Selected candidates will be employed under PowerTel’s terms and conditions, and selection does not give an automatic employment or absorption claim in POWERGRID itself.
Sources: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Advertisement No. CC/04/2026
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