POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for 660+ vacancies across multiple posts including Diploma Trainee Electrical, Civil, Survey, Junior Officer Trainee HR and F&A, and Junior Technician Trainee Survey. Eligible candidates can apply online from 20 April 2026 to 11 May 2026 through the official website powergrid.in.
POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 Overview – Diploma Trainee, JOT, JTT Vacancy
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Advertisement No. | CC/01/2026 |
| Post Names | Diploma Trainee (Electrical/Civil/Survey), Junior Officer Trainee (HR/F&A), Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) |
| Total Vacancies | 660+ (POWERGRID) + 30 (CTUIL) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Pan India (Region-wise) |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
| Apply Start Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 May 2026 |
| PSU Type | Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise |
POWERGRID is one of the largest power transmission utilities in the world and operates under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. This recruitment is a golden opportunity for diploma holders, graduates, and ITI pass candidates who want to build a stable and rewarding career in a Maharatna Central Government PSU. The selected candidates will get attractive pay, job security, and benefits that are rarely found in private sector employment.
POWERGRID Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Total Vacancies (PGCIL + CTUIL)
| Post Name | Short Form | POWERGRID Vacancies | CTUIL Vacancies |
| Diploma Trainee (Electrical) | DTE | 461+ | 16 |
| Diploma Trainee (Civil) | DTC | 103+ | 6 |
| Diploma Trainee (Survey) | DTS | 9 | – |
| Junior Officer Trainee (HR) | JOT (HR) | 13+ | 4 |
| Junior Officer Trainee (F&A) | JOT (F&A) | 31+ | 4 |
| Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) | JTT (Survey) | 13 | – |
| Grand Total | – | 630+ (incl. backlog) | 30 |
Vacancies are distributed across multiple regions including Northern, Eastern, Western, Southern, North-Eastern Regions and Odisha and Rajasthan Projects. Additionally, 30 vacancies exist for Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL), a wholly owned subsidiary of POWERGRID, for which POWERGRID is conducting the recruitment process.
POWERGRID Region-wise Vacancy Breakup 2026
| Region / Project | Total Vacancies | States Covered |
| Corporate Centre (CC) | 21 | Central Office |
| Northern Region-I (NR-I) | 92 | Delhi, Part of UP, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan |
| Northern Region-II (NR-II) | 48+2* | HP, Punjab, Haryana, J&K, Ladakh, Chandigarh |
| Northern Region-III (NR-III) | 44+1* | Uttarakhand, UP, Madhya Pradesh |
| Rajasthan Project | 42 | Rajasthan |
| Eastern Region-I (ER-I) | 2 | Bihar, Jharkhand |
| Eastern Region-II (ER-II) | 16 | West Bengal, Sikkim |
| Odisha Project | 31+1* | Odisha |
| North-Eastern Region (NER) | 33 | Arunachal, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura |
| Southern Region-I (SR-I) | 46+1* | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Part of Karnataka |
| Southern Region-II (SR-II) | 79+2* | Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Part of Karnataka, Puducherry |
| Western Region-I (WR-I) | 67 | Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Goa, MP |
| Western Region-II (WR-II) | 109+1* | Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra, Dadra & NH, Daman & Diu |
* Backlog Vacancies. Vacancies are region-specific and are not interlinked. Candidates must apply for only one region.
Educational Qualification – POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Required Qualification | Minimum Marks |
| DTE – Diploma Trainee (Electrical) | Full Time Regular 3-Year Diploma in Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical & Electronics / Power Systems / Power Engineering (Electrical) from recognized Technical Board/Institute. B.Tech/BE holders are NOT eligible. | 70% for UR/OBC/EWS; Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD |
| DTC – Diploma Trainee (Civil) | Full Time Regular 3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering from recognized Technical Board/Institute. B.Tech/BE holders are NOT eligible. | 70% for UR/OBC/EWS; Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD |
| DTS – Diploma Trainee (Survey) | Full Time Regular 3-Year Diploma in Survey Engineering OR Diploma in Civil Engineering (with Survey as a subject). B.E/B.Tech holders are NOT eligible. | 70% for all categories |
| JOT (HR) – Junior Officer Trainee HR | 3-Year Full Time Regular Degree – BBA / BBM / BBS or equivalent from recognized University/Institute. Post Graduate degree/diploma holders are NOT eligible. | 60% for UR/EWS/OBC (NCL) |
| JOT (F&A) – Junior Officer Trainee Finance | Inter CA / Inter CMA. Candidates with CA/CMA final or Post Graduate degree are NOT eligible. | As per ICAI/ICMAI norms |
| JTT (Survey) – Junior Technician Trainee | Full Time Regular 2-Year ITI (Surveyor) from recognized Technical Board/Govt. approved ITI. Diploma/B.Tech holders are NOT eligible. | As per ITI norms |
Important Note: Final year/semester students who expect their results by 15 July 2026 are provisionally eligible, provided they secure the required minimum marks. No higher qualification holders are allowed — this rule applies both at the time of application and at the time of joining.
Age Limit – POWERGRID Diploma Trainee and JOT Recruitment 2026
Maximum Age: 27 Years as on 11 May 2026 (the cut-off date)
Minimum Age: 18 Years (Indian Nationals only)
Age Relaxation as per Government of India Rules:
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation (for posts reserved for OBC category)
- SC / ST: 5 years relaxation (for posts reserved for SC/ST category)
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years relaxation
- PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years relaxation
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. of India directives – service period + 3 years relaxation subject to conditions
Salary and Pay Scale – POWERGRID Jobs 2026
POWERGRID offers one of the most attractive pay packages among Central Government PSUs. Here is the complete salary structure for selected candidates:
For DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT (HR) / JOT (F&A) — During Training Period:
- Pay Scale: Rs. 24,000 – 3% – 1,08,000 (IDA) at S0 level
- Basic Pay: Rs. 24,000/- per month
- Plus IDA, HRA, and Perks @ 12% of Basic Pay
After Successful Completion of Training (Absorbed as Junior Engineer Gr-IV / Junior Officer Gr-IV at S1 level):
- Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000 – 3% – 1,17,500 (IDA)
- Annual CTC: Approximately Rs. 12.7 Lakhs per annum
For JTT (Survey) — During Training Period:
- Pay Scale: Rs. 21,000 – 3% – 72,000 (IDA) at W2 level
- Basic Pay: Rs. 21,000/- per month
After Successful Completion of Training (Absorbed as Junior Technician at W3 level):
- Pay Scale: Rs. 21,500 – 3% – 74,000 (IDA)
- Annual CTC: Approximately Rs. 10.9 Lakhs per annum
Other Benefits on Regularization: Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance, Performance Related Pay, Perquisites under cafeteria approach, Company Quarters or HRA, Conveyance reimbursement, Mobile & Laptop facility, PF, Gratuity, Pension, Leave Encashment, Group Insurance, Medical facilities for self and family, House Building Advance, and more.
Application Fee – POWERGRID Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee for DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT (HR)/JOT (F&A) | Fee for JTT (Survey) |
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 300/- | Rs. 200/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | No Fee (Exempted) | No Fee (Exempted) |
Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including rejection of candidature. Payment must be made online through POWERGRID’s official payment gateway during the application period.
Service Agreement Bond – POWERGRID 2026
| Category | Bond Amount for DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT | Bond Amount for JTT (Survey) |
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 2,50,000/- | Rs. 1,25,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 1,25,000/- | Rs. 62,500/- |
Selected candidates will need to execute a service agreement bond to serve POWERGRID for a minimum period of 3 years after successfully completing the training period.
Selection Process – POWERGRID Diploma Trainee Recruitment 2026
The selection process for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
- Stage 1 – Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT): This carries 100% weightage for all posts. Duration is 2 hours. Total 170 questions — 120 questions of Technical/Professional Knowledge (Part I) and 50 questions of Aptitude Test (Part II). Each correct answer carries 1 mark. Wrong answers carry a negative marking of ¼ mark.
- Stage 2 – Computer Skill Test (CST): Applicable for JOT (HR) and JOT (F&A). This is qualifying in nature only — no marks weightage. Qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS, 40% for reserved categories.
- Stage 2 – Trade Test: Applicable for JTT (Survey). Qualifying in nature. Qualifying marks: 40% for UR/EWS, 30% for reserved categories.
- Stage 3 – Document Verification
- Stage 4 – Pre-Employment Medical Examination: As per POWERGRID norms and standards of medical fitness.
CBT Qualifying Criteria:
| Vacancy Type | Qualifying Criteria (DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT) |
| Unreserved / EWS | Minimum 30% in Part-I AND Part-II separately + 40% aggregate |
| Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | Minimum 25% in Part-I AND Part-II separately + 30% aggregate |
For JTT (Survey): Minimum 40% aggregate for UR/EWS and 30% aggregate for reserved categories.
CBT Test Centres – POWERGRID Sarkari Naukri 2026
| Region | Test Centre Cities |
| Northern Region-I | Delhi (NCR), Jaipur, Dehradun |
| Northern Region-II | Jammu, Srinagar, Chandigarh |
| Northern Region-III | Lucknow, Varanasi, Agra |
| Rajasthan Project | Jaipur |
| Eastern Region-I | Patna, Ranchi |
| Eastern Region-II | Kolkata, Siliguri |
| Odisha Project | Bhubaneswar, Rourkela, Cuttack |
| North-Eastern Region | Shillong, Guwahati, Dibrugarh |
| Southern Region-I | Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam |
| Southern Region-II | Bangalore, Chennai, Kochi |
| Western Region-I | Nagpur, Mumbai, Raipur |
| Western Region-II | Vadodara, Bhopal, Indore |
| Corporate Centre | Delhi (NCR) |
Important Dates – POWERGRID Apply Online Schedule 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 17 April 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 20 April 2026 (5:00 PM onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation | 11 May 2026 |
| Cut-Off Date for Qualification | 15 July 2026 |
How to Apply Online for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step Guide
- Visit the official website of POWERGRID: www.powergrid.in
- Go to the Career Section → Click on Job Opportunities
- Select Non-Executive Positions → Click on “Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026”
- Read the full advertisement carefully before starting the registration
- Register with a valid personal Email ID and active Mobile Number
- Fill in the online application form accurately with your personal, educational, and category details
- Upload all required documents in the specified format and size (photo, signature, certificates, mark sheets)
- Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway (if applicable)
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference — this will be needed at Document Verification
- Keep your Application ID, Email, and Mobile Number active for at least one year
Important: Candidates can apply for only ONE region. Once a region is selected and application is submitted, it cannot be changed under any circumstances. CBT for all regions is conducted on a single day.
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Important Links – POWERGRID Notification & Official Website
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| For Queries | recruitment@powergrid.in |
FAQs – POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 is 11 May 2026 by 11:59 PM. After this deadline, the portal will be closed and no application will be accepted. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues on the website.
Q2. How many total vacancies are there in POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
POWERGRID has announced a total of 630+ vacancies (including backlog) across all regions and posts, plus an additional 30 vacancies for its subsidiary CTUIL. Combined, there are approximately 660+ vacancies being filled through Advertisement No. CC/01/2026 dated 17 April 2026.
Q3. Can B.Tech or BE degree holders apply for Diploma Trainee posts in POWERGRID?
No. B.Tech, BE, M.Tech, or ME degree holders are strictly NOT eligible to apply for any Diploma Trainee post (Electrical, Civil, or Survey). This restriction applies both at the time of application and at the time of joining. If such a candidate is found to have suppressed this information, their candidature will be cancelled or their employment terminated.
Q4. What is the selection process for POWERGRID Diploma Trainee 2026?
The selection process for Diploma Trainee posts consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) carrying 100% weightage, followed by document verification and pre-employment medical examination. There is no interview. The CBT has 170 questions — 120 from technical knowledge and 50 from aptitude — with negative marking of ¼ mark per wrong answer.
Q5. What is the salary offered in POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
During the one-year training period, Diploma Trainee and JOT candidates receive a Basic Pay of Rs. 24,000/- per month along with IDA, HRA, and perks. After successful training completion, they are regularized at S1 level with an annual CTC of approximately Rs. 12.7 Lakhs. JTT (Survey) candidates get Rs. 21,000/- during training and an approximate annual CTC of Rs. 10.9 Lakhs after regularization.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one region in POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
No, candidates are strictly allowed to apply for only one region. Once you select and submit your application for a particular region, you cannot change it. Since the CBT is conducted on a single day for all regions simultaneously, applying for multiple regions is not possible and will result in rejection of candidature.
Q7. What is the age limit for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit is 27 years as on 11 May 2026. Relaxations are available — OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years, SC/ST get 5 years, and PwBD candidates get 10 to 15 years depending on their category. Ex-Servicemen also get relaxation as per Government of India directives.
Q8. Is there any application fee for SC/ST candidates in POWERGRID 2026?
No, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are completely exempted from paying the application fee. General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates must pay Rs. 300/- for Diploma Trainee/JOT posts and Rs. 200/- for JTT (Survey) post through the online payment gateway. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
Q9. What documents are required to apply for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must upload their passport size photograph (50KB, .jpg), signature (50KB, .jpg), Date of Birth proof (Matric certificate), all mark sheets and qualification certificates (10MB, .pdf), caste/EWS certificate if applicable, PwBD certificate if applicable, and NOC from current employer if working in Govt/PSU. All documents must be clearly legible — blurred or password-protected files will be rejected.
Q10. What is the service bond requirement in POWERGRID 2026?
After selection, candidates must sign a service agreement bond committing to serve POWERGRID for at least 3 years after completing training. The bond amount for General/OBC/EWS candidates is Rs. 2,50,000/- for Diploma Trainee and JOT posts, and Rs. 1,25,000/- for JTT (Survey). For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, the bond amount is half the above figures.
This detailed job post is prepared by CareerFocusNow to help job seekers understand all important details about POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 clearly and accurately. Always refer to the official notification available on www.powergrid.in for the most updated information.