The PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 Apply notification has been released by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for 319 Engineer Trainee vacancies. The recruitment includes opportunities for engineering graduates in Electrical, Civil and Computer Science disciplines.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 3 November 2026 to 18 November 2026. Candidates interested in these posts should check the branch-wise vacancies, educational qualifications, age limit, application fee and other important details before applying.
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PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: Overview
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited is conducting this recruitment to fill 319 Engineer Trainee posts across three engineering disciplines. Candidates should review the following overview before proceeding with the application.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) |
Post Name | Engineer Trainee |
Total Vacancies | 319 |
Disciplines | Electrical, Civil, Computer Science |
Application Mode | Online |
Job Location | Across India |
Application Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | 18 November 2026 |
Official Website |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Important Dates 2026
Candidates must complete the application process within the prescribed dates. The online application and fee payment deadlines are both 18 November 2026.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Online Application Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
Online Application Last Date | 18 November 2026 |
Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 November 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | As Per Schedule |
Result Declaration Date | As Per Schedule |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Application Fee 2026
The application fee varies by category. Candidates can check the category-wise fee details below.
Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
General | ₹500 |
OBC | ₹500 |
EWS | ₹0 |
SC | ₹0 |
ST | ₹0 |
PH | ₹0 |
Payment Mode: Online.
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Age Limit 2026
The age limit for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 will be calculated as of 31 December 2026. Candidates should check the official notification for applicable age relaxation.
Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
Minimum Age | 18 Years |
Maximum Age | 28 Years |
Age Calculation Date | 31 December 2026 |
Age Relaxation | As per PGCIL recruitment rules |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 319 vacancies have been announced across Electrical, Civil and Computer Science engineering disciplines. The branch-wise distribution is given below.
Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
PGCIL Engineer Trainee (Electrical) | 250 |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee (Civil) | 48 |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee (Computer Science) | 21 |
Total | 319 |
PGCIL Engineer Trainee Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must possess an engineering degree in the relevant discipline to apply for the PGCIL Engineer Trainee posts. The supplied recruitment details also specify a requirement related to GATE 2026.
Educational Qualification
The eligibility requirements mentioned in the supplied details are:
Electrical: Engineering degree in the relevant Electrical discipline.
Civil: Engineering degree in the relevant Civil discipline.
Computer Science: Engineering degree in the relevant Computer Science discipline.
GATE 2026 Requirement: Candidates must have appeared for the corresponding paper of GATE 2026.
Candidates should read the official notification to confirm the accepted degree branches, minimum marks and other detailed eligibility conditions.
How to Apply Online for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official PGCIL website from 3 November to 18 November 2026. Follow these steps to complete the online application.
Visit the official PGCIL website: https://www.powergrid.in/en/home.
Find the PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026 Apply Online link.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Log in using your registration details.
Fill in the application form with the required personal, educational and category details.
Upload the required scanned documents, photograph and signature.
Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment mode.
Review the application form carefully before submitting it.
Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are advised to read the official PGCIL notification carefully before completing the application process.
Some Useful Important Links
Candidates can use the following links to visit the official website and access recruitment-related updates.
Important Resource | Click & Download Links |
|---|---|
Apply Online | |
Download Full Notification | |
Join the airGurukul Channel | |
Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A total of 319 vacancies have been announced, including 250 Electrical, 48 Civil and 21 Computer Science posts.
What are the application dates for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The online application process starts on 3 November 2026 and the last date to apply is 18 November 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for PGCIL Engineer Trainee 2026?
Candidates must have an engineering degree in the relevant discipline and must have appeared for the corresponding GATE 2026 paper. Detailed eligibility conditions should be checked in the official notification.
What is the age limit for PGCIL Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 28 years as of 31 December 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per recruitment rules.
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