POWERGRID Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 Through GATE: 319 Posts, Apply by 18 November
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POWERGRID is recruiting 319 Engineer Trainees in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science through GATE 2026 scores. Online applications are open from 3 to 18 November 2026.
At a glance
| Organisation | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
|---|---|
| Last date | 18 November 2026 |
| Status | Apply by 18 November |
| Post | Engineer Trainee |
| Vacancies | 319: Electrical 250, Civil 48, Computer Science 21 |
| Basis | GATE 2026 score |
| Upper age (reported) | 28 years, with relaxations |
| Fee (reported) | Rs 500; exempt for SC, ST, PwBD, ex-servicemen |
Important dates
| Applications open | 3 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 18 November 2026, 11:59 pm |
| Next stages | To be notified |
Details
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna central PSU, has notified 319 Engineer Trainee posts (309 regular and 10 backlog) through GATE 2026: Electrical 250, Civil 48 and Computer Science 21. Applications are open from 3 November to 18 November 2026 (11:59 pm).
You need an engineering degree in the relevant discipline and a valid GATE 2026 score in the matching paper. Reports give an upper age limit of 28 years, with relaxation for reserved categories. The fee is reported as Rs 500, with exemption for SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen.
Candidates are shortlisted on their GATE 2026 score, followed by the remaining stages given in the notice. Details are from secondary reports; check the official advertisement on powergrid.in.
How to apply
- Visit powergrid.in and open the Careers section.
- Read the Engineer Trainee (GATE 2026) advertisement.
- Register with your GATE 2026 registration number.
- Fill in the form, upload documents and pay the fee if applicable.
- Submit by 18 November 2026 and save the printout.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for POWERGRID ET 2026?
18 November 2026.
Is there a written exam?
No separate written exam; shortlisting is on the GATE 2026 score.
How many posts are there?
319: Electrical 250, Civil 48 and Computer Science 21.
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