PGCIL Diploma Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 670 Posts

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) is a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It is India's principal electric power transmission company. Its official recruitment portal is powergrid.in.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Overview

PGCIL Diploma Trainee Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for 670 Non-Executive vacancies, including Diploma Trainees and Junior Officer Trainees. The online application process is open from 20 April 2026 to 11 May 2026 at powergrid.in. The minimum qualification required is a 3-year Engineering Diploma or a Bachelor's degree, depending on the post. The application fee is ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS candidates for most posts, while SC/ST and Ex-Servicemen are exempted. Eligible candidates must apply online before the deadline.

PGCIL frequently recruits Diploma Trainees to manage its vast grid infrastructure. This 2026 recruitment cycle is one of the largest recent intakes, offering 670 comprehensive non-executive technical and administrative roles across multiple regions.

Source: Official PGCIL Diploma Trainee Notification 2026 (Advt. No. CC/01/2026), PGCIL.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Vacancy Details (Post-wise)

The recruitment comprises various technical and administrative trainee posts. Below is the detailed breakdown:

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Application Fee

The application fee varies slightly based on the post applied for.

Fee can be paid via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking only.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit for PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026

Age limit is calculated strictly as on the closing date of application (11/05/2026).

Educational Qualification

• DTE (Electrical): Full-time regular 3 Years Diploma in Electrical / Electrical (Power) / Electrical and Electronics / Power Systems Engineering / Power Engineering (Electrical) with minimum 70% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
• DTC (Civil): Full-time regular 3 Years Diploma in Civil Engineering with minimum 70% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
• DTS (Survey): Full-time regular 3 Years Diploma in Survey Engineering OR Civil Engineering (with survey as a subject) with minimum 70% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
• JOT (HR): Full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in BBA/ BBM/ BBS or equivalent qualification with minimum 70% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
• JOT (F&A): Inter CA or Inter CMA. Candidates possessing Post Graduate Degree/Diploma or full CA/CMA are also eligible.
• JIT (Survey): ITI in Surveyor trade from a recognized Technical Board/Institute.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process for PGCIL Diploma Trainee and JOT posts comprises the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): An objective-type online written exam assessing technical/professional knowledge and supervisory aptitude (Reasoning, Data Interpretation, General Awareness, Numerical Ability).
2. Document Verification (DV): Candidates qualifying the CBT are called to verify their original educational and category certificates.
3. Computer Skill Test: Applicable specifically for Junior Officer Trainee (HR) and JOT (F&A) posts.
4. Medical Examination: Final medical fitness test as per PGCIL standards.

How to Fill PGCIL Diploma Trainee Online Form 2026 – Step by Step

Candidates must submit their applications strictly through the official PGCIL career portal. Follow these steps:

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the PGCIL Careers section at careers.powergrid.in.
2. Find the Recruitment Link: Look for the "Recruitment of Diploma Trainee / Junior Officer Trainee - 2026" link and click on 'Apply'.
3. Register & Login: Provide your valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials. Log in to access the application form.
4. Fill Details: Carefully enter your academic qualifications (ensuring you meet the 70% criteria if applicable), personal details, and select your preferred test center.
5. Upload Documents: Upload a clear, recent passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant qualification/category certificates as per the prescribed format.
6. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the fee (₹300 or ₹200) if you belong to the UR/OBC/EWS category.
7. Submit & Print: Submit the application and take a printout of the final confirmation page for your records.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee Admit Card 2026 – How to Download

The PGCIL Diploma Trainee Admit Card 2026 has not been released yet. It will be available for download at powergrid.in shortly before the Computer Based Test (CBT). Candidates should keep their login credentials ready to download the hall ticket.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern

The Computer Based Test (CBT) consists of two parts. Part I contains 120 objective questions based on Professional/Technical Knowledge related to the specific discipline. Part II contains 50 objective questions covering Supervisory Aptitude (Vocabulary, Data Interpretation, Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, etc.). There is a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every incorrect answer.

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF

PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions