POWERGRID Recruitment 2026
Maharatna PSU Direct Recruitment for 668 Diploma Trainee & Junior Officer Trainee Posts
Table of Contents
- 1. Brief Information & Job Overview
- 2. Important Details (Fees, Dates, Salary & Training)
- 3. Post-wise Educational Qualification
- 4. Total Vacancies Breakdown
- 5. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- 6. How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- 7. Important Web Links & Official PDF
- 8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Brief Information
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a 'Maharatna' Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Govt. of India, has published an official notification (Advt. No. CC/01/2026) for the mega recruitment of Non-Executive personnel. The POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 invites online applications from dynamic candidates to fill approximately 668 vacancies for the posts of Diploma Trainee (Electrical/Civil/Survey), Junior Officer Trainee (HR/F&A), and Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) across its various regions and CTUIL.
Candidates looking for prestigious PGCIL Diploma Trainee vacancies who possess the requisite educational qualifications can complete the online registration process before the deadline. Below, you will find comprehensive details regarding the syllabus, selection methodology, region-wise vacancies, and online application instructions.
POWERGRID Recruitment 2026: Important Details
| Application Fee & Payment Mode | |
| For DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT (HR) / JOT (F&A) | ₹ 300/- (Non-Refundable) |
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| For JTT (Survey) | ₹ 200/- (Non-Refundable) |
| For SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM Candidates | Exempted (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | Online Payment Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
| Important Dates & Deadlines | |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 20-04-2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
| Closing Date for Online Application & Fee | 11-05-2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Cut-Off Date for Age Limit | 11-05-2026 |
| Cut-Off Date for Acquiring Qualification | 15-07-2026 (Final Year students expecting results by this date are provisionally eligible) |
| Salary, Training & Service Bond | |
| Stipend During 1-Year Training |
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| Pay Scale After Successful Training |
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| Service Agreement Bond |
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| Age Limit (As on 11.05.2026) | Upper Age Limit is 27 Years. Age relaxations apply: OBC(NCL) by 3 years, SC/ST by 5 years, PwBD by 10 years, and Ex-SM as per Govt rules. |
Educational Qualifications (Strict Guidelines)
| Post Name | Essential Educational Qualification (As on 15.07.2026) |
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| Diploma Trainee (Electrical) - DTE |
Full Time Regular 3 Years Diploma in Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical and Electronics / Power Systems / Power Engineering with minimum 70% marks for UR/OBC/EWS (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD). Note: Higher technical qualifications like B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/ME are NOT allowed with or without Diploma. |
| Diploma Trainee (Civil) - DTC | Full Time Regular 3 Years Diploma in Civil Engineering with minimum 70% marks for UR/OBC/EWS (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD). Higher degrees (B.Tech/BE) are strictly prohibited. |
| Diploma Trainee (Survey) - DTS | Full Time Regular 3 Years Diploma in Survey Engineering OR Diploma in Civil Engineering (with survey as a subject) with minimum 70% marks. |
| Junior Officer Trainee (HR) | Three years full time Graduate Regular Degree in BBA / BBM / BBS or equivalent with minimum 60% marks for UR/OBC/EWS. Candidates with PG Degree/Diploma are not allowed. |
| Junior Officer Trainee (F&A) | Must be Inter CA or Inter CMA. Candidates holding final CA/CMA or PG Degrees are prohibited from applying. |
| Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) | Full Time Regular 2 Years ITI (Surveyor) from a recognized technical board. Higher technical qualifications like Diploma/B.E/B.Tech are strictly prohibited. |
Total Vacancies Overview
| Organization | Total Posts | Unreserved (UR) | OBC (NCL) | EWS | SC | ST |
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| POWERGRID (All Regions) | 638 | 302 | 130 | 56 | 92 | 58 |
| CTUIL (Subsidiary) | 30 | 19 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 668 | Region-specific detailed breakdown is available in the official notification. Candidates can apply for ONE Region only. | ||||
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The PGCIL Non-Executive vacancies 2026 selection methodology consists of a Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Computer Skill Test (CST) or Trade Test (wherever applicable). Pre-Employment Medical Examination will be conducted prior to the final appointment.
| Exam Pattern (CBT) |
The Computer Based Test (CBT) will be of 2 Hours duration consisting of Objective Type Questions.
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| Qualifying Criteria (Written Test) |
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| Skill Test / Trade Test | Candidates qualifying the CBT will be called for the Skill/Trade test in a ratio of 1:5 (up to 3 vacancies), 1:5 (for 4 vacancies), and 1:3 (for 5 or more vacancies). The Computer Skill Test (for HR/F&A) and Trade Test (for JTT) are strictly Qualifying in nature. Final merit is based 100% on the Written Test (CBT) marks. |
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
Interested and eligible candidates seeking to apply for the POWERGRID JOT apply online process must follow these meticulous steps. Ensure you only apply for ONE Region, as the CBT for all regions will be conducted on a single day.
- Visit the official career portal of POWERGRID at www.powergrid.in and navigate to Career Section > Job Opportunities > Non-Executive Positions > "Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026".
- Register using a valid, active personal Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Carefully fill out the online application form, making sure to select your preferred "Region" accurately. This choice cannot be changed later.
- Scan and upload your recent Passport-size Photograph (Max 50KB, JPG), Signature in blue/black ink (Max 50KB, JPG).
- Upload a single merged PDF (Max 10MB) containing all your educational qualification certificates and mark sheets of all semesters. Upload age proof, caste certificate, and NOC (if working in Govt/PSU) in separate PDF formats as requested.
- Proceed to the online Payment Gateway to submit the requisite application fee (Rs. 300 or Rs. 200 based on the post).
- After successful submission, download the payment e-receipt and take a final printout of the computer-generated application form. Keep it safe for the Document Verification phase.
Important Links
| Apply Online Registration / Login | Click Here to Apply |
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| View Official Notification | View PDF |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
Strict Official Warning
Candidates must possess only the exact minimum qualification prescribed. If a candidate possesses higher technical qualifications (e.g., B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, Final CA) than what is mandated, their application will be outrightly rejected either during the application phase or document verification. A self-declaration undertaking must be provided confirming the non-possession of higher qualifications. Candidates terminating from previous employment due to misconduct are ineligible.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I apply for multiple regions in the POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
A: No. The Computer Based Test (CBT) for all notified posts across all Regions and CTUIL will be conducted on a single day. Therefore, a candidate is advised to apply for "Any One Region" only. Changing the region post-submission is not permitted.
Q: I have a B.Tech degree along with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Am I eligible for the Diploma Trainee post?
A: No. As per the strict official notification guidelines, candidates possessing higher technical qualifications like B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech, with or without a Diploma, are not allowed to apply for the Diploma Trainee posts.
Q: What is the maximum age limit, and what is the cut-off date?
A: The maximum age limit for unreserved candidates is 27 years. The crucial cut-off date for determining the age limit is the closing date of the online application, which is 11th May 2026.
Q: Is there any negative marking in the POWERGRID CBT Exam?
A: Yes, the exam has a negative marking scheme. For every wrong or multiple answer, a penalty of 1/4th (0.25) marks will be deducted from the score.
