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POWERGRID Apprentice 270 Posts Recruitment 2026 Apply Now

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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification for the engagement of Apprentices for a 1-year training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 270+ vacancies are open across ITI (Electrician), Diploma, Graduate (Engineering), and Non-Engineering / HR disciplines.

Eligible candidates with an ITI certificate, Diploma, or Degree in relevant fields can submit their applications online through the official portal before the closing deadline.

Below are the complete details regarding this recruitment drive, covering post disciplines, monthly stipends, educational qualifications, selection criteria, and step-by-step application instructions.

Recruitment Overview

  • Organization: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID / PGCIL)
  • Post Name: Trade Apprentice (ITI), Diploma Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice (Engineering / Non-Engineering)
  • Total Vacancies: 270+ Posts
  • Monthly Stipend: ₹13,500 – ₹17,500/- per month (+ ₹2,500/- HRA if company accommodation is not provided)
  • Application Mode: Online Only (via NATS / NAPS Portal & POWERGRID Careers Page)
  • Application Fee: Nil (No application fee for any category)

Important Dates

  • Online Registration Starts From: August 25, 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: September 15, 2026 (Tentative / As per rolling schedule)
  • Result / Merit List Declaration: To be announced on the official website

Discipline-Wise Posts & Monthly Stipend

  • Trade Apprentice (ITI):
    • Eligible Discipline: ITI in Electrician Trade
    • Monthly Stipend: ₹13,500/- per month
  • Diploma Apprentice:
    • Eligible Disciplines: Diploma in Electrical / Civil Engineering
    • Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000/- per month
  • Graduate Apprentice (Engineering):
    • Eligible Disciplines: B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electrical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science
    • Monthly Stipend: ₹17,500/- per month
  • Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering / HR / PR):
    • Eligible Disciplines: MBA (HR) / MSW / Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management / Mass Communication
    • Monthly Stipend: ₹17,500/- per month

(Note: An additional ₹2,500/- per month is provided as House Rent Allowance if residential accommodation is not arranged).

Educational Qualification Requirements

Candidates must satisfy the post-specific academic requirements from a recognized Board, Technical Council, or University:

  • Trade Apprentice (ITI Electrician): Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) with a regular, full-time ITI in Electrician trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
  • Diploma Apprentice: Full-time 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Electrical / Civil) from a recognized State Board of Technical Education / University.
  • Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): Full-time 4-year B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engineering) in Electrical, Electronics, Civil, or Computer Science from an AICTE-recognized University or Institute.
  • Graduate Apprentice (HR / Non-Technical): Full-time Graduate Degree with MBA (HR) / MSW / Post Graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent from a UGC/AICTE-recognized institution.
  • Passing Year Rule: Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination within the past 2 years from the cutoff date. Those with prior job experience of 1 year or more, or who have already undergone apprenticeship training, are not eligible.

Age Limit Criteria

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years (as on the application cutoff date)
  • Age Relaxations: Standard age relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India apprenticeship rules.

Selection Process

The selection is conducted without any written examination or interview:

  1. Merit List Preparation: Shortlisting is based purely on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (ITI / Diploma / Degree marks).
  2. Tie-Breaking Rule: In case of identical aggregate percentages, the candidate older in age is placed higher on the merit list.
  3. Document Verification (DV): Verification of original academic certificates, semester mark sheets, category certificates, and photo identity proofs.
  4. Medical Fitness Assessment: Pre-engagement medical fitness check as per organizational standards.

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates must complete a two-step application process:

  • Step 1: Apprenticeship Portal Registration
    • For ITI Candidates: Register on the NAPS Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and obtain your 10-digit NAPS Registration Number.
    • For Diploma & Graduate Candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 Portal (nats.education.gov.in) and generate your NATS Enrolment ID.
  • Step 2: Apply on the POWERGRID Careers Portal
    • Visit the official portal at powergrid. and navigate to Careers > Engagement of Apprentices.
    • Click on Apply Online and enter your NATS / NAPS Enrolment Number.
    • Fill in your personal details, academic scores, and trade/stream preferences.
    • Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, 10th certificate, final qualification mark sheets, and category certificate.
    • Review all details and submit the application form before the deadline. Download and save the final confirmation page for future reference.

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