POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 668 Diploma Trainee, JOT & JTT Posts
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has released the official notification for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 668 technical and administrative vacancies across India. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking a government job in the power and energy sector.Eligible candidates can apply online from 20th April 2026 to 11th May 2026 through the official website.
POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 Overview
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Particulars |
Details |
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Organization |
Power Grid Corporation of India
Limited (POWERGRID) |
|
Organization Type |
Maharatna Central Public Sector
Enterprise (CPSE) |
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Total Vacancies |
668 Posts |
|
Post Names |
Diploma Trainee (DTE/DTC), Junior
Officer Trainee (JOT), Junior Technician Trainee (JTT) |
|
Job Location |
Across India (Various PGCIL
Regions & Substations) |
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Mode of Application |
Online |
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Application Start Date |
20 April 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
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Application End Date |
11 May 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
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Selection Process |
Computer Based Test (CBT),
Document Verification, Skill/Trade Test (if applicable) |
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Official Website |
POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
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Post
Name |
Total
Posts |
|
Diploma Trainee (Electrical) – DTE |
16 |
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Diploma Trainee (Civil) – DTC |
6 |
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Junior Officer Trainee (HR) – JOT
(HR) |
4 |
|
Junior Officer Trainee (F&A) –
JOT (F&A) |
4 |
|
Junior Technician Trainee (Survey)
– JTT (Survey) |
Remaining Posts |
Educational Qualification:
Diploma Trainee (DTE/DTC):
- Full-time Diploma in Electrical/Civil Engineering from a recognized Institute/University.
Junior Officer Trainee (JOT)
- JOT (HR): Full-time graduate (BBA/BBM/BBS) with minimum 60% marks. Postgraduate degree not allowed.
- JOT (F&A): Inter CA/Inter CMA. Postgraduate/CA/CMA not eligible.
Junior Technician Trainee (JTT)
- Full-time 2-year ITI (Surveyor) from a recognized technical board.
- Higher qualifications like Diploma/B.E./B.Tech not allowed.
Age Limit (as on 11 May 2026)
Maximum Age: 27 years
Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10–15 years
Salary & Benefits
|
Post |
Monthly
Salary (During Training) |
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Diploma Trainee / JOT |
₹24,000 + Allowances |
|
JTT |
₹21,000 + Allowances |
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – 100% weightage
- Skill/Trade Test (for JOT/JTT, if applicable)
- Document Verification
Exam Centers in NER: Shillong, Guwahati, Dibrugarh
Application Fee (POWERGRID Non-Executive 2026)
|
Category |
Fee |
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General / OBC (NCL) / EWS |
₹300 (DTE/DTC/DTS/JOT) or ₹200
(JTT Survey) |
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SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
Exempted |
Documents Required for POWERGRID Online Application
- Recent passport size color photograph & signature
- Date of Birth proof (Matric/Birth Certificate)
- Qualification certificates & mark sheets
- No Objection Certificate (if employed in Govt./PSU)
- Caste / EWS / PwBD certificates (if applicable)
- Scribe-related certificates (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen / Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile / Age relaxation certificate for Riot Victims (if applicable)
- Original documents must be produced at the time of Document Verification.
How to Apply for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: www.powergrid.in → Career Section
- Apply online only and upload all required documents.
- Upload passport size photograph (50 KB), signature (50 KB) and other certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay application fee online (if applicable).
- Review and submit the application before the last date.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Date
Starting date of submission of online application: 20th April 2026 (17:00 Hrs)
Last date of submission of online application: 11th May 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
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FAQs
How many vacancies are available in POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
A total of 668 posts are available, distributed among DTE, JOT, and JTT positions.
What is the mode of application for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official POWERGRID website: www.powergrid.in.
Can I apply after the last date?
No, online applications will not be accepted after 11 May 2026 (23:59 Hrs).