PGCIL Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for Officer Trainee (Law) opportunity

PGCIL Recruitment 2025 :– PGCIL presents a prestigious opportunity for law graduates to launch their career with a ‘Maharatna’ Public Sector Enterprise and one of the world’s largest power transmission utilities. PGCIL Recruitment 2025 is inviting online applications for the position of Officer Trainee (Law) to be part of India’s transformative journey in the power sector. This recruitment drive seeks bright, committed, and energetic law graduates to contribute to POWERGRID’s ambitious projects, including the massive expansion of transmission infrastructure for renewable energy.
Post NameTotal VacanciesCategory-wise VacancyEssential Educational QualificationUpper Age Limit (as on 05.12.2025)Pay Scale / Package
Officer Trainee (Law)07UR: 04, OBC(NCL): 01, SC: 01, ST: 01Full-time 3-year LLB or 5-year integrated Law/LLB course with min. 60% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD).28 YearsDuring Training: Basic Pay ₹ 40,000 + IDA, HRA, Perks (CTC approx. ₹ 11 LPA)
After Regularization: E-2 Scale ₹ 50,000 – 3% – 1,60,000 (CTC approx. ₹ 22.5 LPA)
ActivityDate
CLAT 2026 (PG) Online Application Start Date01st August 2025
CLAT 2026 (PG) Online Application End Date31st October 2025
POWERGRID Online Application Start Date14th November 2025 (5:00 PM)
POWERGRID Online Application End Date05th December 2025 (11:59 PM)
Cut-off Date for Eligibility05th December 2025
CategoryUpper Age Limit Relaxation (as on 05.12.2025)Final Upper Age Limit (as on 05.12.2025)
General / URNo Relaxation28 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 Years31 Years
SC / ST5 Years33 Years
PwBD (UR)10 Years38 Years
PwBD (OBC-NCL)13 Years41 Years
PwBD (SC/ST)15 Years43 Years
StageDescription
1. CLAT 2026 (PG) ScoreCandidates must appear for CLAT 2026 (Post Graduation). Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for UR, 30% for Reserved categories.
2. Shortlisting for GD & InterviewCategory-wise shortlisting based on CLAT 2026 scores.
3. Behavioral AssessmentTo be conducted for GD & Interview shortlisted candidates; used as input for the interview.
4. Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI)GD has no qualifying marks. PI has qualifying marks: 40% for UR, 30% for Reserved categories.
5. Document Verification & Medical ExaminationFor provisionally selected candidates.
Final Weightage: CLAT Score (85%) + GD (3%) + PI (12%)
StepAction
1.Register for CLAT 2026 (PG) on the official CLAT consortium website before 31st October 2025.
2.Apply on POWERGRID Portal between 14th Nov – 05th Dec 2025 at https://www.powergrid.in (Careers > Job Opportunities > Executive Positions).
3.Pay Application Fee of ₹ 500/- online (Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking). SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt.
4.Upload Documents including photograph, signature, DOB proof, educational certificates, and category certificate (if applicable).
5.Submit the Application and take a printout. No need to send a hard copy.
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Q1. Is it mandatory to appear for CLAT 2026 for this PGCIL Recruitment 2025?
Yes, appearing for the CLAT 2026 (Post Graduation) exam and achieving the minimum qualifying marks is a mandatory prerequisite for your application to be considered for the Officer Trainee (Law) post in PGCIL Recruitment 2025. Scores from CLAT 2025 or earlier years are not valid.

Q2. What is the service agreement bond for PGCIL Recruitment 2025?
Selected candidates must execute a service agreement bond to serve the organization for at least three years after training. The bond amount is ₹ 5,00,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹ 2,50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, plus applicable taxes.

Q3. I am in the final year of my LLB. Can I apply for PGCIL Recruitment 2025?
The advertisement states that the cut-off date for determining eligibility is 05th December 2025. You must have completed your qualifying degree (3-year LLB or 5-year integrated law) and possess the final mark sheet/provisional certificate on or before this date to be eligible.

Q4. Are there any specific postings for the selected candidates in PGCIL Recruitment 2025?
Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India or abroad. The vacancies are for Corporate Centre, Regional Headquarters, and various site offices. Postings for On-the-Job Training (OJT) and final assignments will be decided by the management.

Q5. What is the career progression for an Officer Trainee (Law) after selection through PGCIL Recruitment 2025?
Upon successful completion of the training period, candidates are regularized as Officer (Law) in the E-2 grade. Further promotions are based on the company’s performance-based policies and career progression rules.

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