| PGCIL Recruitment 2026 :- PGCIL presents a prestigious career opportunity for capable, committed, energetic, and resilient graduates, diploma holders, and ITI holders to join POWERGRID, a ‘Maharatna’ Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. POWERGRID is one of the largest Transmission Utilities in the World, operating around 1,84,960 ckm of transmission lines and wheeling about 50% of total power generated in the country. The company is on a transformative journey towards achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with an estimated outlay of ₹3.06 lakh crore up to 2032. POWERGRID seeks applications for the positions of Diploma Trainee (Electrical/Civil/Survey), Junior Officer Trainee (HR/F&A), and Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) across multiple regions in India, including for its wholly-owned subsidiary CTUIL. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply online before the deadline. |
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Details
| Post Name | Post ID | Total Vacancies (POWERGRID + CTUIL) | Essential Qualification | Minimum Marks Required (Gen/EWS/OBC) | Minimum Marks Required (SC/ST/PwBD) | Upper Age Limit (as on 11.05.2026) | Pay Scale (During Training) | Pay Scale (After Training) | Approx. Annual CTC (After Training) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma Trainee (Electrical) – DTE | 525 to 558 (Multiple) | 525+16=541 | Full Time Regular Three Years Diploma in Electrical/Electrical (Power)/Electrical and Electronics/Power Systems Engineering/Power Engineering (Electrical) | 70% | Pass Marks | 27 Years | ₹24,000/- + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (S0 level) | ₹25,000/- + IDA (S1 level as Junior Engineer Gr-IV) | ₹12.7 Lakhs |
| Diploma Trainee (Civil) – DTC | 513 to 559 (Multiple) | 69+6=75 | Full Time Regular Three Years Diploma in Civil Engineering | 70% | Pass Marks | 27 Years | ₹24,000/- + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (S0 level) | ₹25,000/- + IDA (S1 level as Junior Engineer Gr-IV) | ₹12.7 Lakhs |
| Diploma Trainee (Survey) – DTS | 537 to 545 (Multiple) | 7 | Full-Time Regular Three Years Diploma in Survey Engineering OR Diploma in Civil Engineering (with survey as a subject) | 70% | Pass Marks | 27 Years | ₹24,000/- + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (S0 level) | ₹25,000/- + IDA (S1 level as Junior Engineer Gr-IV) | ₹12.7 Lakhs |
| Junior Officer Trainee (HR) – JOT(HR) | 507 to 512, 560 (Multiple) | 11+4=15 | Three years full time Graduate Regular Degree – BBA/BBM/BBS or equivalent with minimum 60% marks | 60% | Pass Marks | 27 Years | ₹24,000/- + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (S0 level) | ₹25,000/- + IDA (S1 level as Junior Officer Gr-IV) | ₹12.7 Lakhs |
| Junior Officer Trainee (F&A) – JOT(F&A) | 502 to 506, 561 (Multiple) | 21+4=25 | Inter CA / Inter CMA | Pass (No minimum % required) | Pass Marks | 27 Years | ₹24,000/- + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (S0 level) | ₹25,000/- + IDA (S1 level as Junior Officer Gr-IV) | ₹12.7 Lakhs |
| Junior Technician Trainee (Survey) – JTT(Survey) | 546 to 557 (Multiple) | 11 | Full-Time Regular Two Years ITI (Surveyor) from recognized Technical Board/Institute | Pass (No minimum % required) | Pass Marks | 27 Years | ₹21,000/- + IDA + HRA + Perks @12% (W2 level) | ₹21,500/- + IDA (W3 level as Junior Technician) | ₹10.9 Lakhs |
Note: Higher technical qualifications (B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/ME/Post Graduate Degree/CA/CMA etc.) are NOT ALLOWED for these posts. Candidates must submit an undertaking that they do not possess such higher qualifications.
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Post | Fee for General/EWS/OBC(NCL) | SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM |
|---|---|---|
| DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT(HR) / JOT(F&A) | ₹ 300/- | Exempted |
| JTT (Survey) | ₹ 200/- | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking) | |
| Refund Policy | Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances |
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Category | Upper Age Limit(as on 11.05.2026) | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 27 Years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 27 Years | 3 years (for posts reserved for OBC) |
| SC / ST | 27 Years | 5 years (for posts reserved for SC/ST) |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 27 Years | 10 years (up to 37 years) |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 27 Years | 13 years (up to 40 years) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 27 Years | 15 years (up to 42 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. directives | Actual service period + 3 years |
| Victims of Riots | As per Govt. directives | As per applicable rules |
| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | 11.05.2026 |
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
| Stage | DTE / DTC / DTS | JOT (HR) / (F&A) | JTT (Survey) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Test / CBT | 100% weightage | 100% weightage | 100% weightage |
| Stage 2: Computer Skill Test (CST) | Not Applicable | Qualifying nature (50% for UR/EWS, 40% for Reserved) | Not Applicable |
| Stage 3: Trade Test (TT) | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Qualifying nature (40% for UR/EWS, 30% for Reserved) |
| Stage 4: Empanelment | Based on CBT marks | Based on CBT marks (subject to qualifying CST) | Based on CBT marks (subject to qualifying TT) |
| Stage 5: Pre-Employment Medical Examination | Medical fitness as per POWERGRID Norms | Medical fitness as per POWERGRID Norms | Medical fitness as per POWERGRID Norms |
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Syllabus
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks | Topics Covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | TKT (Technical Knowledge Test) for DTE/DTC/DTS/JTT(Survey) OR PKT (Professional Knowledge Test) for JOT(HR)/(F&A) | 120 | 1 | 120 | For DTE: Electrical Engineering (Circuits, Machines, Power Systems, Measurements, etc.) For DTC: Civil Engineering (Structures, Materials, Surveying, Fluid Mechanics, etc.) For DTS: Survey Engineering (Levelling, Theodolite, GPS, Total Station, etc.) For JOT(HR): HR Management, Industrial Relations, Labour Laws, General Management For JOT(F&A): Accounts, Finance, Costing, Taxation, Auditing (CA Inter/CMA Inter level) | |
| Part-II | Aptitude Test (AT) | 50 | 1 | 50 | English vocabulary, verbal comprehension, quantitative aptitude, reasoning ability, data sufficiency and interpretation, numerical ability, General Awareness | |
| Total | 170 Questions | 170 | – | 170 | Duration: 2 hours | Negative Marking: 1/4 per wrong answer |
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Qualifying Criteria
| Category | For DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT(HR)/(F&A) | For JTT(Survey) |
|---|---|---|
| UR/EWS | Minimum 30% in Part-I & Part-II separately AND Minimum 40% aggregate | Minimum 40% aggregate |
| Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | Minimum 25% in Part-I & Part-II separately AND Minimum 30% aggregate | Minimum 30% aggregate |
PGCIL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date of Online Submission of Application & Fee Payment | April 20, 2026 (17:00 hours) |
| Closing Date for Online Submission of Application & Fee Payment | May 11, 2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Cut-off Date for Age | May 11, 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Acquiring Qualification | July 15, 2026 |
How to Apply ?
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Step 1: Website Visit | Visit the official POWERGRID website: http://www.powergrid.in → Career Section → Job Opportunities → Non-Executive Positions → “Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026”. |
| Step 2: Registration | Click on “New Registration”. Enter Name, Contact details, Email ID, Alternate Email ID, and Mobile Number. A valid email ID and mobile number are mandatory. |
| Step 3: Choose Region | Select “Any One Region” only (POWERGRID or CTUIL). Once selected, the option to change Region/CTUIL shall not be allowed. |
| Step 4: Fill Application | Login with credentials. Fill all personal, educational, and other details. Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, mark sheets, category certificates, etc.) in prescribed format and size. |
| Step 5: Pay Application Fee | Pay non-refundable application fee online through Payment Gateway. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates are exempted. |
| Step 6: Submit & Print | Review the application carefully. Submit the application. Take a printout of the submitted online application for future reference (required at the time of Document Verification). |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for PGCIL Recruitment 2026?
For PGCIL Recruitment 2026, the last date for online submission of applications and online payment of application fees is May 11, 2026, up to 23:59 hours. The cut-off date for determining age is also May 11, 2026, and the cut-off date for acquiring the essential qualification is July 15, 2026.
Q2: How can I apply for the Diploma Trainee and Junior Officer Trainee posts under PGCIL Recruitment 2026?
For PGCIL Recruitment 2026, candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the official POWERGRID website (http://www.powergrid.in). Navigate to Career Section → Job Opportunities → Non-Executive Positions → “Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026”. Candidates must select “Any One Region” only (POWERGRID or CTUIL) as the option to change region is not allowed. No other mode of application is accepted.
Q3: What is the selection process for PGCIL Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for PGCIL Recruitment 2026 consists of a Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) of 170 questions (120 Technical/Professional + 50 Aptitude) for 2 hours, with negative marking of 1/4 per wrong answer. For JOT(HR)/(F&A) posts, a Computer Skill Test (CST) (qualifying nature) follows the CBT. For JTT(Survey) post, a Trade Test (qualifying nature) follows the CBT. For DTE/DTC/DTS posts, only CBT is conducted. Final merit is based 100% on CBT marks, subject to qualifying in CST/TT where applicable.
Q4: What is the age limit and relaxation policy for PGCIL Recruitment 2026?
For PGCIL Recruitment 2026, the upper age limit is 27 years as on May 11, 2026 for General/EWS candidates. Age relaxation is available as per Government of India norms: 3 years for OBC(NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, 10/13/15 years for PwBD candidates (depending on category), and actual service period + 3 years for Ex-Servicemen. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
Q5: Are higher qualifications like B.Tech or Post Graduate Degree allowed for PGCIL Recruitment 2026?
No, for PGCIL Recruitment 2026, higher technical qualifications are NOT ALLOWED. Specifically: For DTE/DTC/DTS posts, candidates with B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/ME (with or without Diploma) are not eligible. For JOT(HR) posts, candidates with Post Graduate Degree/Diploma are not eligible. For JOT(F&A) posts, candidates with Post Graduate Degree/Diploma/CA/CMA are not eligible. For JTT(Survey) posts, candidates with Diploma/B.E./B.Tech (with or without ITI) are not eligible. Candidates must submit an undertaking that they do not possess such higher qualifications.