Complete information
Job details & eligibility
POWERGRID is inviting applications on behalf of its subsidiary PowerTEL for 33 Trainee Engineer (Electronics) posts across India, Post ID 569. Applications and fee payment close on 27 November 2026 at 11:59 pm IST.
Vacancies and pay
There are 14 UR, 7 OBC-NCL, 6 SC, 3 ST and 3 EWS vacancies. The notice also lists a horizontal PwBD reservation. The ₹30,000–₹1,20,000 IDA scale applies during one year of training and to appointment as Assistant Engineer on successful completion.
Eligibility
Applicants need a full-time B.E., B.Tech. or B.Sc. (Engineering) in an accepted Electronics or Telecom branch with at least 60% or equivalent CGPA, subject to notified concessions. Candidates must qualify in the GATE 2026 Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) paper. The upper age is 28 as of 27 November 2026 before applicable relaxation.
Fee and selection
The application fee is ₹500 where applicable. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt under the notice. PowerTEL shortlists from GATE 2026 marks for behavioural assessment, group discussion and a personal interview. Check the official advertisement for the service agreement and category rules.
Apply online
Register on POWERGRID’s recruitment portal under CC/04/2026, Post ID 569. Keep the GATE admit card and scorecard, degree marksheets, recent photo, signature and category certificates ready. Fill and review the form, pay if applicable and save the confirmation.