PGCIL Engineer Trainee Online Form 2026
Apply online for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026. Check 319 vacancies, eligibility, GATE 2026 requirements, salary, application fee, selection process and last date to apply online.
Name of Post:
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 319 Posts
Post Date / Update:
08/11/2026 | 11:45 AM
Short Information:
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL)
has released an
Official Notification
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Notification 2026
of PGCIL Engineer Trainee. The application process will be open from
03 Nov to
18 Nov 2026.
Candidates must meet the required eligibility criteria including .
As per the official notification, there are 319 vacancies available for male and female candidates. Interested candidates are advised to check the important dates and ensure they apply before the last date. For complete information, download the official notification and apply online using the links provided below.
Notification:
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Notification 2026
(Dated: 03 November 2026)
Summarized detail of Notification
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL)
YOJANA PORTAL
POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026
YOJANA PORTALTotal Vacancies
319
Job Location
All India
Gender Eligible
Male & Female
Apply Date
03 Nov to
18 Nov 2026.
| Recruitment Name | PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Department | Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Post Names | Engineer Trainee (Electrical, Civil, Computer Science) |
| Total Vacancies | 319 Posts |
| Qualification | Full Time B.E./B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engineering) in Relevant Discipline with Minimum 60% Marks and GATE 2026 Qualification |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 Years (As on 31/12/2025) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | GATE 2026 Score, Group Discussion and Personal Interview |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 Per Month |
| Official Website | https |
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Application : 03/11/2026
- Last Date for Online Application : 18/11/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 18/11/2026
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹0/-
- Payment can be made online through UPI, net banking, debit/credit card, etc.
🎓 POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Online Form 2026 - Vacancy & Qualification Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Electrical) | 250 | Candidates must have qualified in GATE 2026 in the corresponding discipline. For Engineer Trainee (Electrical), the required GATE paper is EE (Electrical Engineering). Only GATE 2026 score is valid; GATE 2025 or earlier scores will not be accepted.
|
| Engineer Trainee (Civil) | 48 | Candidates must have qualified in GATE 2026 Civil Engineering (CE) paper. Only GATE 2026 score is valid; GATE 2025 or earlier scores will not be accepted.
|
| Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) | 21 | Candidates must have qualified in GATE 2026 Computer Science (CS) paper. Only GATE 2026 score is valid; GATE 2025 or earlier scores will not be accepted.
|
| Total | 319 | All Posts |
🧍 POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Online Form 2026 - Eligibility
- Candidates must possess a Full-Time B.E./B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engineering) degree from a recognized University or Institute.
- Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in the qualifying degree is required.
- Electrical Discipline: Degree in Electrical Engineering or eligible related Electrical disciplines.
- Civil Discipline: Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Computer Science Discipline: Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology.
- Candidates must have qualified in the corresponding GATE 2026 paper:
- Electrical Engineering – EE
- Civil Engineering – CE
- Computer Science – CS
- Candidates with GATE 2025 or earlier scores are not eligible.
- Final-year candidates may apply subject to the conditions specified in the detailed notification.
- SC/ST/PwBD candidates applying against their respective reserved vacancies are eligible with pass marks in the essential qualification.
- Note: Candidates must check the detailed official advertisement for the exact list of eligible engineering disciplines and final-year eligibility conditions.
👤 PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Age Limit As on 31/12/2025
- Minimum Age : 18 Years
- Maximum Age : 28 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per official state rules.
📄 PGCIL ET Recruitment 2026 - Documents Required
- GATE 2026 Admit Card / GATE Registration Details.
- Recent Passport Size Colour Photograph (JPG, maximum 50 KB).
- Scanned Signature (JPG, maximum 30 KB).
- Date of Birth Proof Certificate.
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL), if applicable.
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable.
- Age Relaxation cum Domicile Certificate, if applicable.
- Educational Qualification / Final Passing Certificate (PDF).
- Final Year Candidates: Last Semester / Year Marksheet (PDF).
📝 How to Apply - POWERGRID ET Vacancy 2026
- Visit Official Website: Open the POWERGRID official website at www.powergrid.in/.
- Open Recruitment Section: Go to the Careers section and select Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026.
- Registration: Enter your GATE 2026 Registration Number, Application Number and other required details.
- Fill Application Form: Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, category and communication information.
- Upload Documents: Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Review Application: Carefully check all entered details, especially your name and GATE registration details.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the ₹500 application fee online, if applicable to your category.
- Final Submission: Submit the application form, note your POWERGRID Registration Number and download the completed application form for future reference.
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🙋♀️ POWERGRID GATE 2026 Recruitment - Faqs
What is the salary of PGCIL Engineer Trainee after selection?
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹40,000–₹1,40,000 during the training period. The approximate CTC is ₹11 lakh per annum during training and ₹22.50 lakh per annum after successful completion of training.
How many vacancies are available in PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A total of 319 vacancies are available for Electrical, Civil and Computer Science disciplines.
What is the last date to apply for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 18 November 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for PGCIL Engineer Trainee 2026?
Candidates must possess a Full-Time B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc. (Engineering) degree in the relevant discipline.
Is GATE 2026 compulsory for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment?
Yes, candidates must qualify in the corresponding GATE 2026 paper (EE, CE or CS). GATE 2025 or earlier scores are not accepted.
What is the application fee for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
General, OBC and EWS candidates must pay ₹500. SC, ST, PwBD and Departmental candidates are exempted from the application fee.
What is the selection process for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on GATE 2026 score, Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
