Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has opened online applications for the PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 through GATE 2026 for 319 posts. Eligible engineering graduates can apply for the posts online on the official PGCIL website, powergrid.in. The online application start date is 3rd November 2026 (5:00 PM). Applications will close on 18th November 2026, by 11:59 PM.
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Candidates should have a full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) with at least 60% marks and a valid GATE 2026 score in the matching paper — EE for Electrical, CE for Civil and CS for Computer Science. Selected trainees get a basic pay of Rs. 40,000 during the one-year training, with an approximate CTC of Rs. 11 lakh, which rises to about Rs. 22.5 lakh after training. The selection process comprises GATE 2026 marks (85%), Group Discussion (3%) and Personal Interview (12%), followed by a medical exam.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Overview
PGCIL is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power and one of the largest power transmission utilities in the world. It runs about 1,80,849 circuit km of transmission lines and 286 sub-stations, and carries about 50% of the power generated in India. The key details of this recruitment are given below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | CC/04/2025 dated 27.09.2025 (vacancy notice dated 03.11.2026) |
| Post | Engineer Trainee (ET-2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 319 (Electrical 250, Civil 48, Computer Science 21) |
| Recruitment Through | GATE 2026 score |
| Qualification | Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) with minimum 60% |
| GATE Paper | GATE 2026 – EE / CE / CS |
| Age Limit | 28 years (as per advertisement), with relaxation |
| Salary | Rs. 40,000 basic in training (CTC ~Rs. 11 lakh); ~Rs. 22.5 lakh CTC after training |
| Fee | Rs. 500 (SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM: Nil) |
| Selection | GATE 2026 marks (85%) + Group Discussion (3%) + Interview (12%) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | www.powergrid.in |
| Application Start Date | 3rd November 2026 (Tuesday), 5:00 PM |
| Application Last Date | 18th November 2026 (Wednesday), 11:59 PM |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India or abroad, mostly site locations |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates can download the PGCIL Engineer Trainee notification 2026 PDF to check the detailed eligibility criteria, vacancies, dates, guidelines, and other important instructions. The official PDF is attached below. Candidates can click on the link below to download the notification PDF.
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PGCIL Engineer Trainee Apply Online 2026
The PGCIL Engineer Trainee Apply Online 2026 process has started on 3rd November 2026 (5:00 PM) for 319 Engineer Trainee posts under Advertisement No. CC/04/2025. Eligible engineering graduates can submit their application forms through the official PGCIL careers section at www.powergrid.in until 18th November 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates must register with their GATE 2026 Application Number and GATE 2026 Registration Number, fill in their personal, educational and category details, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee online.
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PGCIL Engineer Trainee Vacancy 2026
PGCIL has announced 319 Engineer Trainee posts for 2026. Electrical has the largest share with 250 posts. The discipline-wise vacancy distribution is provided below.
| Discipline | GATE 2026 Paper | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | EE | 250 |
| Civil | CE | 48 |
| Computer Science | CS | 21 |
| Total | 319 |
Note: The original advertisement also listed Electronics (GATE paper EC) as a tentative discipline, but the vacancy notice dated 3 November 2026 shows posts only in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science. Category-wise reservation for OBC (NCL), EWS, SC, ST and PwBD will be as per Government of India rules. Check the career section of powergrid.in for the category-wise breakup.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment Important Dates 2026
The online application window is open for about two weeks. The important dates are shown below.
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Detailed Advertisement | 27 September 2025 |
| Vacancy Notice Published | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application and Fee Payment Starts | 3 November 2026 (Tuesday), 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Application and Fee Payment | 18 November 2026 (Wednesday), 11:59 PM |
| GD / Interview | To be announced |
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PGCIL Engineer Trainee Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates need a full-time engineering degree in the right branch and a qualifying score in the matching GATE 2026 paper. The branch-wise eligibility is given below.
| Discipline | Degree Branches Accepted | GATE 2026 Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical and Electronics / Power Systems Engineering / Power Engineering (Electrical) | EE |
| Civil | Civil Engineering | CE |
| Computer Science | Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Technology | CS |
- Degree: Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) from a recognised university or institute.
- Marks: Minimum 60% or equivalent CGPA. For SC / ST / PwBD candidates applying against reserved posts, the requirement is relaxed to pass marks.
- GATE: Must have appeared and qualified in the matching GATE 2026 paper. GATE 2025 or older scores are not valid.
- CGPA conversion: As per the university’s rule. If there is no rule, CGPA ÷ maximum CGPA × 100.
- Candidates who want to go for higher studies on the basis of GATE 2026, or who need extra time to join, should not apply.
- Candidates working in Government organisations or PSUs must produce a No Objection Certificate at the interview.
Age Limit
The detailed advertisement gives an upper age limit of 28 years as on 31.12.2025. Candidates must also be at least 18 years old. Age relaxation is given as shown below.
| Category | Age 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 |
Note: Category relaxation applies only to posts reserved for that category. Check the latest notice on powergrid.in in case the age cut-off date is revised.
How to Apply for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The application is online only through the PGCIL career section. Follow the steps below.
- Visit www.powergrid.in and open the Careers / Job Opportunities section.
- Open the Engineer Trainee 2026 through GATE 2026 link.
- Register with your GATE 2026 Application Number, GATE 2026 Registration Number, email and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal, educational and category details. Final-year students should enter marks up to the pre-final exam.
- Upload the required documents.
- Log in and pay Rs. 500 online (not required for SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM).
- Submit before 11:59 PM on 18 November 2026 and save a copy.
Queries: Email [email protected] with the subject “Engineer Trainee-2026 – “. For technical issues, use “Engineer Trainee-2026 – Technical Issue – “.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Application Fee 2026
The application fee is paid online after logging in to the candidate section. The fee details are shown below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental | Nil |
Note: The fee is non-refundable. The application is treated as complete only after the fee is paid.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Selection Process 2026
There is no separate written exam. Selection is based on GATE 2026 marks, Group Discussion and Personal Interview. The weightage is given below.
| Stage | Weightage |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 marks (out of 100, normalised) in the matching paper | 85% |
| Group Discussion | 3% |
| Personal Interview | 12% |
| Total | 100% |
- Candidates are shortlisted category-wise for GD and Interview based on their GATE 2026 normalised marks.
- Shortlisted candidates may also take a psychometric assessment, used as input in the interview.
- GD has no qualifying marks. The interview must be qualified: 40% for UR / EWS and 30% for OBC (NCL) / SC / ST / PwBD (for reserved posts).
- GD and interview can be taken in Hindi or English.
- Tie-breaker: If marks are equal, the older candidate is placed higher.
- Final appointment depends on passing the pre-employment medical exam.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Salary 2026
PGCIL offers one of the best pay packages among PSUs. The salary details are given below.
| Stage | Pay Scale | Approximate CTC per Year |
|---|---|---|
| During 1-year training | Rs. 40,000 – 3% – 1,40,000 (IDA); basic pay Rs. 40,000 | Rs. 11.00 lakh |
| After training (Engineer, E2) | Rs. 50,000 – 3% – 1,60,000 (IDA) | Rs. 22.50 lakh |
Note: During training, trainees get basic pay with IDA, HRA and perks at 12% of basic pay. After regularisation, the package includes DA, cafeteria perks, Performance Related Pay, company accommodation or HRA, conveyance and digital reimbursement, laptop, PF, gratuity, pension, leave encashment, group insurance and medical facilities. The CTC varies with the place of posting. Selected candidates must sign a bond to complete training and then serve PGCIL for at least three years — the bond amount is Rs. 5,00,000 for General / OBC (NCL) / EWS and Rs. 2,50,000 for SC / ST / PwBD candidates.
Documents Required
- GATE 2026 Admit Card and Score Card
- GATE 2026 Application Number and Registration Number
- B.E. / B.Tech mark sheets and degree certificate
- CGPA to percentage conversion certificate (if applicable)
- OBC (NCL) certificate issued on or after 01.04.2025 (based on FY 2022-23 to 2024-25 income), in the Central Government format
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2024-25, issued on or after 01.04.2025
- SC / ST certificate in the Central Government format
- PwBD medical certificate and UDID card (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (for Govt. / PSU employees)
Can West Bengal Candidates Apply for PGCIL Engineer Trainee 2026?
Yes. PGCIL ET recruitment is open to all Indian nationals, with no domicile condition. Engineering graduates from West Bengal colleges such as Jadavpur University, IIEST Shibpur, NIT Durgapur and MAKAUT-affiliated colleges can apply if they meet the 60% marks rule and have a valid GATE 2026 score. Category certificates must be in the Central Government format. The job is all-India, and selected candidates can be posted anywhere, mostly at project sites.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Ques: How many vacancies are there in PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Ans: 319 posts — Electrical 250, Civil 48 and Computer Science 21.
Ques: What is the last date to apply for PGCIL ET 2026?
Ans: 18 November 2026, till 11:59 PM. Applications started on 3 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Ques: Which GATE paper is needed for PGCIL ET 2026?
Ans: GATE 2026 in EE for Electrical, CE for Civil and CS for Computer Science. GATE 2025 or older scores are not accepted.
Ques: What is the salary of a PGCIL Engineer Trainee?
Ans: Basic pay of Rs. 40,000 during training with an approximate CTC of Rs. 11 lakh. After training, the CTC is about Rs. 22.5 lakh in the E2 scale.
Ques: What is the minimum percentage required for PGCIL ET 2026?
Ans: 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in B.E./B.Tech. SC/ST/PwBD candidates need only pass marks for reserved posts.
Ques: Is there a service bond in PGCIL ET 2026?
Ans: Yes. Rs. 5 lakh for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 2.5 lakh for SC/ST/PwBD, for training plus three years of service.
Ques: What is the selection process for PGCIL ET 2026?
Ans: GATE 2026 marks (85%), Group Discussion (3%) and Personal Interview (12%), followed by a medical exam.
Ques: Can final-year students apply for PGCIL ET 2026?
Ans: Yes, if they expect their final result by 14 August 2026 and had at least 60% up to the pre-final exam.
