PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) will start the registration process for Diploma Trainee and other posts under PGCIL Recruitment today 20 April 2026 at 5 PM. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through official website powergrid.in from 20 April 2026.The objective of the recruitment drive is to fill 668 vacancies on various posts. These include Diploma Trainee (Electrical), Diploma Trainee (Civil), Diploma Trainee (Survey), Junior Officer Trainee (Human Resources), Junior Officer Trainee (Finance and Accounts), and Junior Technician Trainee (Survey).Vacancies are available in various regions across the country. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Only one application per candidate will be accepted.
PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Applicants should be aware of the important dates.
- Date of Issue of Notification: April 17, 2026
- Start Online Registration: 20 April 2026 (5 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: May 11, 2026
- Date of Age Limit Cut-off: May 11, 2026
PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
A total of 668 posts will be filled through this recruitment drive. These vacancies include vacancies in Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) and Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL), a wholly owned subsidiary of PGCIL.
PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Diploma Trainee
- Candidates must possess a full-time three-year diploma in relevant engineering disciplines such as electrical, civil, or surveying from a recognized institution.
Junior Officer Trainee (Human Resource)
- Candidates should possess a graduate degree such as Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Business Management (BBM), or equivalent qualification.
Junior Officer Trainee (Finance & Accounts)
- Candidates should possess the qualification of Intermediate Chartered Accountant (CA) or Intermediate Cost and Management Accountant (CMA).
Junior Technician Trainee (Survey)
- Candidates must possess a two-year Industrial Training Institute (ITI) certificate in surveyor trade.
PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
Upper age limit is 27 years as on 11 May 2026. Age relaxation will be given to certain category candidates as per government rules.
PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process includes the following steps:
- Written Test or Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Computer Skill Test or Trade Test (if applicable)
- Pre-employment medical examination
The written test will consist of objective type questions based on technical or professional knowledge and aptitude.
PGCIL Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
- 300 for Diploma Trainee and Junior Officer Trainee Posts
- 200 for Junior Technician Trainee (Survey).
- SC, ST, Benchmark Persons with Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from payment of fee.
Steps to Apply for PGCIL Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website powergrid.in.
- Go to careers section.
- Click on Non-Executive Posts Recruitment 2026.
- Register and fill the application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Candidates are advised to keep their registered email id and mobile number active for updates regarding the recruitment process.
