The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWER GRID), a prestigious 'Maharatna PSU' enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has officially announced a major recruitment drive for the year 2026. This recruitment campaign encompasses 668 non-executive trainee recruitments, covering opportunities within both Power Grid and its wholly-owned subsidiary, CTUIL.

If you are a diploma holder, a graduate, or an ITI certificate holder aspiring to build a stable and high-paying career in the power sector, this presents an unparalleled opportunity for you. This blog post serves as a comprehensive guide to the Power Grid Non-Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026, covering eligibility criteria, salary details, region-wise vacancies, and a step-by-step application process.

1. Overview of POWERGRID Non-Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026

2. Important Dates

3. Vacancy Details: Post-wise & Region-wise

4. Salary and Benefits

5. Eligibility Criteria

o Age Limit

o Educational Qualification

6. Selection Process

7. Application Fee

8. How to Apply Online

9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

10. Important Links

Overview of POWERGRID Non-Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026

POWERGRID is the backbone of India's power transmission system. The 2026 recruitment drive targets non-executive trainee positions across various disciplines, including electrical, civil, survey, HR, and finance & accounts.

Feature	Details
Organization	Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
Post Names	Diploma Trainee, Junior Officer Trainee, Junior Technician Trainee
Total Vacancies	668 Posts
Job Category	PSU Jobs / Government Jobs
Job Location	Various locations across India (Region-wise)
Selection Basis	Written Test / CBR (100% weightage)

Important Dates {#important-dates}

Candidates must adhere to the timeline strictly, as only online applications submitted within the window will be considered.

Online Registration Starts: 20 April 2026 (17:00 hrs)
Last Date for Registration: 11 May 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 11 May 2026
Tentative Exam Date: To be notified via the official website.

Vacancy Details: Post-wise & Region-wise {#vacancy-details}

The 668 vacancies are distributed across multiple regions and subsidiary projects. The breakdown includes the following:

Region / Project	DTE	DTC	DTS	JOT (HR)	JOT (F&A)	JTT (Survey)	Total
Corporate Centre	5	2	-	-	10	4	21
Northern Region-I	75	17	-	-	-	-	92
Western Region-II	82	21	1	5	1*	1	109+1*
Southern Region-II	50+1*	12	1	1*	15	1	79+2*
CTUIL (Subsidiary)	16	6	-	4	4	-	30

(Note: Abbreviations include DTE-Electrical, DTC-Civil, DTS-Survey, JOT-Junior Officer Trainee, and JTT-Junior Technician Trainee.) Asterisks () denote specific CTUIL vacancies.)*

Salary and Benefits {#salary-and-benefits}

One of the most attractive aspects of joining a Maharatna PSU like POWERGRID is the lucrative compensation package.

During Training Phase:

S0 Grade: ₹24,000 + IDA, HRA, and other perks.
W2 Grade: ₹21,000 + IDA, HRA, and other perks.

After Successful Absorption:

S1 Level: Basic Pay of ₹25,000 with an approximate CTC of ₹12.7 lakh per annum.
W3 Level: Basic Pay of ₹21,500 with an approximate CTC of ₹10.9 lakh per annum.

Eligibility Criteria {#eligibility-criteria}

Candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements as of 11 May 2026.

Age Limit {#age-limit}

Maximum Age: 27 years.
Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates as per the Government of India and POWERGRID guidelines.

Educational Qualification {#educational-qualification}

A strict policy regarding higher education is in place. Candidates with a B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech are strictly prohibited from applying for Diploma and ITI-level posts.

1. Diploma Trainee (Electrical/Civil/Survey): Full-time regular 3-year diploma with minimum 70% marks (Gen/OBC/EWS) or pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD.

2. Junior Officer Trainee (HR): 3-year full-time graduate degree (BBA/BBM/BBS) with at least 60% marks. Postgraduate qualifications are not allowed.

3. Junior Officer Trainee (F&A): Must have cleared Inter CA or Inter CMA. Higher qualifications are not allowed.

4. Junior Technician Trainee (Survey): Full-time regular 2-year ITI (Surveyor).

Selection Process {#selection-process}

The selection procedure is designed to be transparent and merit-based.

Stage 1: Written Test / Computer-Based Test (CBT): This carries 100% weightage for the final merit list for all posts.
Stage 2: Skill/Trade Test: This is a qualifying test.

Computer Skill Test: For Junior Officer Trainee (HR/F&A).
Trade Test: For Junior Technician Trainee (Survey).

Application Fee {#application-fee}

The fee must be paid online through the recruitment portal.

Diploma Trainee & Junior Officer Trainee (all streams): ₹300.
Junior Technician Trainee (Survey): ₹200.
Exempted Categories: SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-SM candidates are not required to pay any fee.