POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 – 319 Posts through GATE 2026, Apply Online Till 18 November

POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, has released the vacancy notification (Notice No. 2 dated 03.11.2026) for 319 Engineer Trainee posts (309 + 10 backlog) in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science through GATE 2026, under Advt. No. CC/04/2025. Online registration is open from 3 November to 18 November 2026.

POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Discipline-wise Vacancy Details

* Backlog vacancies. PwBD reservation: Electrical 22 (10 IC + 4 LD + 4 HI + 4 ID/MD), Civil 2 (horizontal).

Eligibility Criteria

• GATE: Must have appeared and qualified in the matching GATE 2026 paper – EE for Electrical, CE for Civil, CS for Computer Science. GATE 2025 or older scores are not valid.
• Qualification: Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in the relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• Upper Age Limit: 28 years as on 31.12.2025, with relaxation as per Government of India rules.

Important Dates

Selection Process

Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of GATE 2026 normalized marks (out of 100) and called for Group Discussion and Personal Interview. They may also undergo a Psychometric Assessment. Candidates must qualify both GATE 2026 and the interview separately to be empanelled. Results are communicated through the candidate login.

How to Apply for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee 2026

1. Visit powergrid.in → Careers → Job Opportunities.
2. Register online with your GATE 2026 Registration Number and Application Number exactly as on the GATE admit card.
3. Fill personal, qualification and category details; upload photo (max 50 KB), signature (max 30 KB) and required certificates in PDF.
4. Pay Rs. 500 online (if applicable) and submit before 18 November 2026.
5. Take a printout of the completed application. No hard copy is to be sent.

Important Links

Documents Required for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026

Keep these documents ready before filling the POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 form. Upload them in the size and format asked in the official notification.

• Recent passport-size photograph and signature (scanned).
• Class 10 certificate / marksheet for date of birth proof.
• Educational qualification certificates and marksheets as required for the post.
• Category / caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and PwBD certificate, if applicable.
• Domicile / residence certificate, if asked in the notice.
• Valid ID proof, active mobile number and email ID.

Important Tips Before You Apply

• Read the full POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification carefully and check your eligibility before paying any fee.
• Fill your name, date of birth and category exactly as in your certificates.
• Do not wait for the last date – official portals often become slow near the deadline.
• Take a printout or PDF of the submitted form and fee receipt for future use.
• Always rely on the official website for any corrigendum, date change or admit card update.

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FAQs

Q. How many posts are in POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A. 319 posts (309 + 10 backlog) in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science.

Q. Is GATE 2025 score valid?
A. No. Only GATE 2026 scores are accepted.

Q. What is the last date to apply?
A. 18 November 2026.