Job Overview
The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has announced a recruitment drive for Non-Executive posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates looking for the Latest Govt Jobs 2026, offering a total of 660 vacancies across POWERGRID and its subsidiary, CTUIL. Eligible candidates can apply for roles including Diploma Trainee, Junior Officer Trainee, and Junior Technician Trainee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 20 April 2026 (17:00 Hours) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 11 May 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Last Date for Payment of Fee | 11 May 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS (DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT posts) | ₹300/- |
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS (JTT Survey post) | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for all posts is 27 years as of 11-05-2026. The minimum age is 18 years.
| 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 | As per Govt. of India directives |
Qualification
Diploma Trainee (DTE / DTC / DTS)
- DTE (Electrical): Full Time Regular 3-year Diploma in Electrical/ Electrical (Power)/ Electrical and Electronics/ Power Systems Engineering/ Power Engineering (Electrical) from a recognized board with minimum 70% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
- DTC (Civil): Full Time Regular 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized board with minimum 70% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
- DTS (Survey): Full-Time Regular 3-year Diploma in Survey Engineering OR Diploma in Civil Engineering (with survey as a subject) with minimum 70% marks.
Note: Candidates with higher technical qualifications like B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech are not eligible for Diploma Trainee posts.
Junior Officer & Technician Trainees
- JOT (HR): 3-year full-time Graduate Degree (BBA/ BBM/ BBS) with at least 60% marks for General/EWS/OBC. Post Graduate degrees are not allowed.
- JOT (F&A): Inter CA / Inter CMA. Post Graduate degrees or qualified CA/CMA are not allowed.
- JTT (Survey): Full-Time Regular 2-year ITI (Surveyor). Higher qualifications like Diploma/B.E./B.Tech are not allowed.
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 660 (POWERGRID: 630 + CTUIL: 30)
POWERGRID Region-wise Vacancies
| Region/Project | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Corporate Centre | 21 |
| Eastern Region-I (ER-I) | 2 |
| Eastern Region-II (ER-II) | 16 |
| Odisha Project | 32 |
| North Eastern Region (NER) | 33 |
| Northern Region-I (NR-I) | 92 |
| Rajasthan Project | 42 |
| Northern Region-II (NR-II) | 50 |
| Northern Region-III (NR-III) | 45 |
| Southern Region-I (SR-I) | 47 |
| Southern Region-II (SR-II) | 81 |
| Western Region-I (WR-I) | 67 |
| Western Region-II (WR-II) | 110 |
CTUIL Vacancies
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Diploma Trainee (Electrical) – DTE | 16 |
| Diploma Trainee (Civil) – DTC | 6 |
| Junior Officer Trainee (HR) – JOT (HR) | 4 |
| Junior Officer Trainee (F&A) – JOT (F&A) | 4 |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will undergo training for one year. The pay scale during and after training is as follows:
| Pay Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Diploma / Junior Officer Trainee | Pay scale Rs. 24,000 – 3% – 1,08,000/- (IDA) at S0 level. Basic Pay Rs. 24,000/- + IDA, HRA, and other perks. |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT): 100% weightage. The test consists of 170 objective questions (120 Technical/Professional + 50 Aptitude).
- Computer Skill Test (CST): Qualifying in nature (Only for JOT HR / F&A).
- Trade Test (TT): Qualifying in nature (Only for JTT Survey).
- Medical Examination: Pre-employment medical fitness check.
Qualifying Criteria: Minimum 40% aggregate for UR/EWS and 30% for reserved categories.
How to Apply
- Visit the official POWERGRID website at www.powergrid.in and navigate to the ‘Career’ section.
- Register and fill in the application form with required details.
- Upload scanned copies of passport size photograph (50 KB), signature (50 KB), and all necessary academic and category certificates.
- Pay the application fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Submit the final application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Detailed Notification | Click Here |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Online Application Portal | Click Here |
FAQs
What is the total number of vacancies in PGCIL Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 660 vacancies, including 630 for POWERGRID and 30 for CTUIL.
Can B.Tech candidates apply for Diploma Trainee posts?
No, candidates with higher technical qualifications such as B.E. or B.Tech are not eligible for Diploma Trainee positions.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submitting the online application is 11 May 2026.
How will the final merit be decided?
The final merit list will be based solely on the marks obtained in the Computer Based Test (CBT). The Skill Test and Trade Test are qualifying in nature.