Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, has released Advertisement No. CC/04/2026 dated 13.11.2026 for the recruitment of Trainee Engineer (Electronics) through GATE 2026 for PowerTel (POWERGRID Teleservice Limited), its wholly owned telecom subsidiary.
There are 33 vacancies (Post ID 569). Online applications open on 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM and close on 27 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates need a B.E./B.Tech in Electronics or a related branch with 60% marks and a valid GATE 2026 EC score. The approximate CTC is ₹14.33 lakh per annum. Full details of this POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 are below.
POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. CC/04/2026 | 13.11.2026 |
| Online application starts | 13.11.2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 27.11.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Cut-off date for eligibility | 27.11.2026 |
| GD / Interview | To be informed through candidate login |
POWERGRID PowerTel Trainee Engineer 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting organisation | POWERGRID, on behalf of PowerTel (100% subsidiary) |
| Advertisement | CC/04/2026 dated 13.11.2026 |
| Post | Trainee Engineer (Electronics), Post ID 569 |
| Vacancies | 33 |
| GATE paper | GATE 2026 – EC |
| Pay during training | ₹30,000–1,20,000 (IDA) for one year |
| CTC | About ₹14.33 lakh per annum |
| Official website | powergrid.in |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 07 | 06 | 03 | 03 | 33 |
Horizontal reservation is included. Two vacancies are reserved for PwBD: one Interchangeable (first offered to Locomotor Disability) and one for Hearing Impaired candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electronics or equivalent with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. Accepted branches: Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Electrical Communication and Telecommunication Engineering.
- GATE: you must have appeared and qualified in the GATE 2026 EC paper. Only the GATE 2026 normalised score out of 100 is valid.
- Marks relaxation: for reserved-category posts, the minimum is relaxed to pass marks.
- Nationality: Indian nationals only.
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 28 years as on 27.11.2026. Relaxation: 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST (subject to reservation of the post), 10 years for PwBD over and above category relaxation, and for riot victims as per Government of India rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹500 (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted |
Salary and Service Bond
Selected candidates train for one year at the pay scale of ₹30,000–1,20,000 (IDA) plus IDA, HRA and perks at 12% of basic pay. After training they become Assistant Engineer at E0 level in the same scale. Benefits include DA, cafeteria allowances, quarters or HRA, performance-related pay, PF, gratuity, pension and medical cover. Selected candidates must sign a service bond of ₹5,00,000 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹2,50,000 (SC/ST/PwBD) to serve at least three years after training.
Selection Process
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| GATE 2026 marks (out of 100) | 85% |
| Group Discussion | 3% |
| Personal Interview | 12% |
Shortlisting for Behavioural Assessment, Group Discussion and Interview is based only on GATE 2026 normalised marks. Candidates must qualify the interview: 40% for UR/EWS vacancies and 30% for reserved vacancies. The GD has no qualifying marks. A pre-employment medical exam follows.
How to Apply for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer 2026
- Read the detailed advertisement CC/04/2026 on the POWERGRID job page.
- Register at careers.powergrid.in with your GATE 2026 Registration Number and Application Number, valid email, alternate email and mobile number.
- Enter your name and details exactly as on your GATE 2026 admit card/score card.
- Upload your photo and signature (JPG, up to 50 KB each), DOB proof, degree and all mark sheets, and category/PwBD/NOC certificates if applicable.
- Pay the ₹500 fee online (if applicable) as per the fee payment instructions.
- Submit before 23:59 hrs on 27.11.2026 and print the application. Keep your GATE 2026 admit card and score card safe for the interview.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Detailed Advertisement CC/04/2026 PDF | Download POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Advt |
| Apply online (Register/Login) | careers.powergrid.in |
| Official job page | powergrid.in – Trainee Engineer (Electronics) for PowerTel |
| Official website | powergrid.in |
हिंदी में जानकारी
POWERGRID ने अपनी सहायक कंपनी PowerTel के लिए ट्रेनी इंजीनियर (इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स) भर्ती का विज्ञापन सं. CC/04/2026 (13.11.2026) जारी किया है। कुल 33 पद हैं (UR 14, OBC 7, SC 6, ST 3, EWS 3)। ऑनलाइन आवेदन 13 नवंबर 2026 (शाम 5 बजे) से 27 नवंबर 2026 (रात 11:59 बजे) तक careers.powergrid.in पर होंगे।
योग्यता: इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स/ECE आदि में B.E./B.Tech (60% अंक) और GATE 2026 (EC) स्कोर। अधिकतम आयु 27.11.2026 को 28 वर्ष। आवेदन शुल्क ₹500 (SC/ST/PwBD को छूट)। चयन GATE (85%), ग्रुप डिस्कशन (3%) और इंटरव्यू (12%) से होगा। अनुमानित CTC ₹14.33 लाख प्रति वर्ष।
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date for POWERGRID Trainee Engineer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply and pay the fee is 27.11.2026 (23:59 hrs). Applications opened at 17:00 hrs on 13.11.2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are in POWERGRID Advt CC/04/2026?
33 Trainee Engineer (Electronics) posts for PowerTel: UR 14, OBC (NCL) 7, SC 6, ST 3 and EWS 3.
Q3. Which GATE paper is required?
GATE 2026 EC (Electronics and Communication). Only GATE 2026 scores are valid.
Q4. What is the salary of POWERGRID PowerTel Trainee Engineer?
Pay scale ₹30,000–1,20,000 (IDA) during and after training, with an approximate CTC of ₹14.33 lakh per annum.
Q5. Is there a written exam?
No separate written exam. Selection is based on GATE 2026 marks (85%), Group Discussion (3%) and Personal Interview (12%).
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Source: Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. – powergrid.in (Advertisement No. CC/04/2026 dated 13.11.2026)
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