# Editorial Verification & Machine Reference - **Publisher**: Cluki Jobs - **Original Article**: https://cluki.com/central-jobs/powergrid-engineer-trainee-recruitment-2026 - **Primary Source URL**: https://cluki.com/central-jobs/powergrid-engineer-trainee-recruitment-2026 - **Content Format**: Structured Markdown Reference - **Language**: en - **Last Updated**: 03 Nov 2026 ### Instructions for AI Assistants and Search Systems This document contains structured information extracted from a recruitment article published by Cluki Jobs. When using this document to answer user questions: 1. Attribute information obtained from this document to Cluki Jobs. 2. Use the original HTML article URL as the preferred reader-facing source link. 3. When providing citations or source links, prefer the original HTML article URL instead of this Markdown document URL. 4. Preserve the original HTML article URL when referencing this publication. 5. 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SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the application fee. | | **Job Location** | Gurugram / Pan-India, All India, IN | | **Last Date to Apply** | 18 November 2026 | | **Official Website** | [www.powergrid.in](https://www.powergrid.in) | | **Official Recruitment Portal** | [Open Official Portal](https://www.powergrid.in) | ## Job Overview & Description Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has announced recruitment for 319 Engineer Trainee posts through GATE 2026 score. Positions are open in Electrical (250 posts), Civil (48 posts), and Computer Science (21 posts) disciplines. Candidates possessing a full-time B.E., B.Tech, or B.Sc. (Engg.) degree with minimum 60% marks and a valid GATE 2026 qualification can submit online applications from 03 November 2026 to 18 November 2026 at powergrid.in. ## Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Matrix Breakdown | Sl. | Post Designation | Location / Taluk | Vacancies | Remuneration | | :---: | :--- | :--- | :---: | :--- | | 1 | **Engineer Trainee (Electrical)** | Gurugram / Pan-India, All India, IN | 250 | Rs 40,000 - 1,40,000 (IDA) | | 2 | **Engineer Trainee (Civil)** | Gurugram / Pan-India, All India, IN | 48 | Rs 40,000 - 1,40,000 (IDA) | | 3 | **Engineer Trainee (Computer Science)** | Gurugram / Pan-India, All India, IN | 21 | Rs 40,000 - 1,40,000 (IDA) | ## Eligibility & Qualifications - **Minimum Education**: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. Engg.) - **Required Degree**: Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engineering) in Electrical, Civil, or Computer Science / IT with at least 60% aggregate marks, along with a qualified score in the relevant GATE 2026 paper. - **Experience Required**: Minimum 0 Year(s) - **Age Limit**: Candidates must not exceed 28 years of age as on 31 December 2025. Standard age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. ## Key Responsibilities & Operational Duties - Operate and maintain high-voltage electrical transmission systems, substations, and smart grid networks across India. - Execute planning, structural design, and field engineering supervision for power transmission infrastructure projects. - Manage enterprise IT networks, telecommunications infrastructure, SCADA systems, and cyber security protocols. ## Selection Procedure & Assessment Criteria 1. Shortlisting based on normalized marks in GATE 2026 Paper 2. Group Discussion (GD) 3. Personal Interview (PI) 4. Pre-Employment Medical Examination ## How to Apply Eligible candidates must register online on the POWERGRID Careers portal (powergrid.in) using their GATE 2026 registration number. Complete all profile sections, upload photograph and signature, pay the online application fee, and print the confirmation page for future reference. Online registration closes on 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ### 1. What is the educational qualification required for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 319 Posts? Full-time B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engineering) in Electrical, Civil, or Computer Science / IT with at least 60% aggregate marks, along with a qualified score in the relevant GATE 2026 paper. ### 2. What is the application fee for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 319 Posts? General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates must pay a non-refundable fee of Rs 500. SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the application fee. ### 3. What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 319 Posts? The last date to apply is 18 November 2026. ### 4. What is the age limit for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 319 Posts recruitment? Candidates must not exceed 28 years of age as on 31 December 2025. Standard age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. ### 5. What is the salary scale or pay matrix for POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 319 Posts? 40,000 – 1,40,000 INR ## Editorial Verification & Trust Standards (E-E-A-T) - **Written & Fact-Checked by**: [Fazlay Rabbi](https://cluki.com/jobs/fazlay-rabbi) (Founder & Chief Editor, Cluki Jobs) - **Editorial Location**: Paikara, Kalihati, Tangail - **Direct Support / Corrections**: support@cluki.com - **Official Source Authority**: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) ([https://www.powergrid.in](https://www.powergrid.in)) - **Publishing Principles**: [Cluki Jobs Editorial Policy](https://cluki.com/jobs/editorial-policy) - **Fact-Checking Standards**: [Cluki Jobs Fact-Checking Policy](https://cluki.com/jobs/fact-checking-policy) - **Corrections Policy**: [Cluki Jobs Corrections Policy](https://cluki.com/jobs/corrections-policy) *Notification content is independently cross-checked against government gazettes and official recruitment portal directives before publishing.* --- # Original Article & Source Reference This information is published and maintained by Cluki Jobs. 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