POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment through GATE 2026
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has invited online applications for Engineer Trainee positions through GATE 2026 in Electrical, Civil, and Computer Science disciplines.
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Important Dates
Graduate
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹500/- (Non-refundable) |
SC / ST / PwBD / Departmental candidates | Exempted from fee payment |
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Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications
Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.
Category Quota & Vacancy Distribution
Electrical Engineer Trainee
Must possess a degree in Electrical engineering discipline and have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026. GATE scores of 2025 or prior are not valid.
Civil Engineer Trainee
Must possess a degree in Civil engineering discipline and have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026. GATE scores of 2025 or prior are not valid.
Computer Science Engineer Trainee
Must possess a degree in Computer Science engineering discipline and have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026. GATE scores of 2025 or prior are not valid.
| Post / Cadre | Department | Prescribed Qualifications & Eligibility | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
Electrical Engineer Trainee | Electrical | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Electrical EngineeringAs per qualifying norms Must possess a degree in Electrical engineering discipline and have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026. GATE scores of 2025 or prior are not valid. | 250 Posts |
Civil Engineer Trainee | Civil | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Civil EngineeringAs per qualifying norms Must possess a degree in Civil engineering discipline and have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026. GATE scores of 2025 or prior are not valid. | 48 Posts |
Computer Science Engineer Trainee | Computer Science | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) in Computer Science EngineeringAs per qualifying norms Must possess a degree in Computer Science engineering discipline and have appeared and qualified in GATE 2026. GATE scores of 2025 or prior are not valid. | 21 Posts |
| Total across 3 official allocations | Total Vacancies: | 319 Posts Posts | |
Mode of Selection / Selection Process
Sequential qualification stages in chronological order
Selection is based on valid GATE 2026 normalized scores (out of 100)
All-India merit rank publication & joining recommendation
Group Discussion (GD)
Psychological, physical & officer aptitude assessment
Personal Interview. Candidates shortlisted for GD and interview may undergo a psychometric assessment
Shortlisting on eligibility & score cutoff
How to Fill Form
Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission
Visit Official Portal
Visit the official POWERGRID website at https://www.powergrid.in/.
Visit Official Portal
Navigate to the careers section and access the online application portal for Engineer Trainee through GATE
Locate Application Link
3. Register using your valid GATE 2026 registration number, application number, and other required credentials.
Enter Candidate Credentials
Fill out the application form carefully, ensuring all details match your GATE admit card and academic documents.
Upload Prescribed Documents
Upload scanned copies of your passport size photograph, signature, category certificates, date of birth proof, and final passing qualification certificates in the specified formats.
Pay Application Fee
Pay the required application fee online through the integrated payment gateway (if applicable).
Final Verification & Submission
Submit the application form and save or print a hard copy of the final submitted form for future reference.
Direct Verified Official Links
| Resource Name & Action | Direct Access |
|---|---|
Download Official Notification PDF | |
Apply Online (Registration / Login) | |
Online Fee Payment Portal | |
NHPC Trainee Engineer & Trainee Officer Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 | |
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) Preparation Guides Directory | |
Official Commission Website |
Detailed Notification & Overview
POWERGRID has released Notice No. 2 in continuation of advertisement CC/04/2025 for recruiting Engineer Trainees across Electrical, Civil, and Computer Science branches. Eligible candidates who have appeared for GATE 2026 can submit their online applications from 03 November 2026 until 18 November 2026. The selection methodology incorporates valid GATE 2026 normalized scores, group discussions, and personal interviews. Candidates belonging to unreserved, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay a fee of ₹500, while reserved categories are exempt. Interested applicants should verify all eligibility terms on the official portal before applying.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1What is the application schedule and registration deadline for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee recruitment?
Q2What educational qualifications are required to apply for these posts?
Q3Are older GATE scorecards like GATE 2025 acceptable for this recruitment process?
Q4How much is the application fee and who is exempted from paying it?
Q5What are the stages involved in the selection process?
Q6Where can candidates verify authentic notifications and submit their online forms?
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Published by Examer Editorial Desk on 04/11/2026 • Last verified & updated on 04/11/2026 against official notifications from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID).
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