POWERGRID Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 660 Posts
📅 Posted: 17/04/2026 📝 Updated: 17/04/2026
Total Vacancy660
Salary₹21,500 - ₹1,17,500 [Approx. ₹35k - ₹45k/Month initially]
LocationAll India
Last Date11/05/2026
Short Information: The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No: CC/01/2026) for 660 Diploma Trainee, Junior Officer Trainee & Junior Technician Trainee posts. This is a golden opportunity for candidates having ITI/Diploma/Degree/CA Inter to join POWERGRID as an Officer/Staff. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 20 April 2026 to 11 May 2026 through the official website powergrid.in.
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POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 17/04/2026 |
| Application Begin | 20/04/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11/05/2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 11/05/2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026 2026Application Fee
| Gen / OBC (NCL) / EWS (For DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT) | ₹300 |
| Gen / OBC (NCL) / EWS (For JTT Survey) | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM | ₹0 |
Payment: Online Payment Gateway
POWERGRID Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 660 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: Max 27 Years (as on 11/05/2026)
(OBC (NCL): 3 Years, SC / ST: 5 Years, PwBD: 10 to 15 Years)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma Trainee (Electrical) | 483 | 3 Years Diploma in Electrical / Power Engineering with 70% Marks. (No B.Tech/BE Allowed). |
| Diploma Trainee (Civil) | 114 | 3 Years Diploma in Civil Engineering with 70% Marks. (No B.Tech/BE Allowed). |
| Diploma Trainee (Survey) | 9 | 3 Years Diploma in Survey / Civil Engineering with 70% Marks. (No B.Tech/BE Allowed). |
| Junior Officer Trainee (HR) | 15 | BBA / BBM / BBS Degree with 60% Marks. (No PG Degree Allowed). |
| Junior Officer Trainee (F&A) | 25 | Inter CA / Inter CMA Passed. (No CA/CMA Final or PG Allowed). |
| Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) | 14 | 2 Years ITI in Surveyor Trade. (No Diploma/B.Tech Allowed). |
| Total Vacancy | 660 |
Recruitment Table: Region Wise Regular Vacancy Details (Excluding Backlogs)
| Region Name | D T E | D T C | D T S | JOT (HR) | JOT (F&A) | JTT (Survey) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Centre | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Eastern Region-I | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 13 |
| Eastern Region-II | 10 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16 |
| Odisha Project | 20 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 31 |
| North Eastern Region | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 33 |
| Northern Region-I | 75 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 92 |
| Rajasthan Project | 30 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 42 |
| Northern Region-II | 40 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 48 |
| Northern Region-III | 33 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 44 |
| Southern Region-I | 32 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 46 |
| Southern Region-II | 50 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 79 |
| Western Region-I | 54 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 67 |
| Western Region-II | 82 | 21 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 109 |
| CTUIL | 16 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 30 |
| Total | 483 | 114 | 9 | 15 | 25 | 14 | 660 |
| Note:This table exclusively reflects the 660 fresh/regular vacancies across POWERGRID (630) and CTUIL (30). | |||||||
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates possessing higher qualifications like B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/ME (for Diploma posts), PG Degrees (for HR posts), and CA/CMA Finals (for F&A) are STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED to apply.
- Final Year / Semester students expecting results by 15.07.2026 can also apply provisionally.
- Minimum qualifying marks for Gen/OBC(NCL)/EWS is 70% in Diploma and 60% in Graduation. SC/ST/PwBD require only passing marks.
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT | Stipend: ₹24,000 | After Training: S1 Level (₹25,000 - ₹1,17,500) |
| JTT (Survey) | Stipend: ₹21,000 | After Training: W3 Level (₹21,500 - ₹74,000) |
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026Selection Process Steps
- Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) - 100% Weightage
- Computer Skill Test / Trade Test (Qualifying Nature where applicable)
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Computer Based Test (CBT) Details
- Mode: Online (CBT).
- Total Questions: 170 Objective Type Questions.
- Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 (1/4) marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Duration: 2 Hours.
Recruitment Table: Written Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | Technical/Professional Knowledge (TKT/PKT) | 120 | 120 |
| Part-II | Aptitude Test (AT) | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 170 | 170 |
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
The Written Test/CBT will consist of two parts. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in both parts separately.
📚 Part-I: Technical / Professional Knowledge
- Discipline specific questions based on the candidate's core stream (Electrical, Civil, Survey, HR, or F&A).
📚 Part-II: Aptitude Test
- English Vocabulary
- Verbal Comprehension
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
- Data Sufficiency and Interpretation
- Numerical Ability
- General Awareness
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026How to Apply
- Visit the official POWERGRID website: www.powergrid.in.
- Navigate to Career Section -> Job Opportunities -> Non-Executive Positions -> 'Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026'.
- Register with a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill out the application form for ONE specific Region only (Inter-region transfers are not allowed).
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Marksheets, Category Certificate, etc.) in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee via the online payment gateway.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference during Document Verification.
Recruitment Note: Service Agreement Bond
Selected candidates must execute a service agreement bond to serve the Corporation for a minimum of 3 years after training. For Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹2,50,000 (₹1,25,000 for JTT). For SC/ST/PwBD: ₹1,25,000 (₹62,500 for JTT).
POWERGRID Trainee Online Form 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 20/04/2026 to 11/05/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Advt No. CC/01/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  POWERGRID |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Various Trainee Posts |
| Total Vacancy | 660 |
| Salary | ₹21,500 - ₹1,17,500 [Approx. ₹35k - ₹45k/Month initially] |
| Job Location | All India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 11/05/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for POWERGRID Diploma Trainee? ▼
Ans: During the 1-year training period, candidates receive a stipend of ₹24,000 per month. Upon regularization, the post falls under S1 Level (₹25,000 - ₹1,17,500). After adding allowances like DA, HRA, and Perks, the starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 per month.
Q.2 Can B.Tech / BE candidates apply for Diploma Trainee posts? ▼
Ans: No, candidates possessing higher technical qualifications like B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/ME with or without Diploma are strictly not allowed to apply for these posts.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the exam? ▼
Ans: Yes, there is a negative marking. 0.25 (1/4) marks will be deducted for every wrong answer in the Computer Based Test.
Q.4 What is the last date to apply online? ▼
Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 11 May 2026 till 11:59 PM.
Q.5 Can I apply for more than one Region? ▼
Ans: No, candidates are advised to apply for 'Any One Region' only. The Computer Based Test for all posts and regions will be conducted on a single day.
Q.6 What is the age limit for UR candidates? ▼
Ans: The upper age limit is 27 years as on 11.05.2026 for Unreserved category candidates.
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