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The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 188 Apprentices Posts
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Name | Apprentice (ITI Electrician, Diploma, Graduate, HR Executive, CSR Executive, Rajbhasha Assistant) |
| No of Posts | 188 (across 4 regions) WR-II: 55, NR-I: 93, SR-II: 15, WR-I: 25 |
| Advt No | WR-II: Apprenticeship/2025-26/WR-II/02, NR-I: Apprenticeship/2025-26/NR-I/02 SR-II: Apprenticeship/2025-26/SR-II/02, WR-I: Apprenticeship/2025-26/WR-I/01 |
| Stipend | ₹13,500 to ₹20,000 per month (including DBT & HRA) |
| Qualification | ITI/Diploma/Graduate/MBA/MSW/BA (Full-time) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years (passed within last 2 years) |
| Start Date for Apply | 02/03/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 11/03/2026 |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
Western Region-I (WR-I) - Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh & MP
| State | Trade | Total Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Graduate (Civil) | 1 |
| Diploma (Civil) | 6 | |
| Maharashtra Total | 7 | |
| Chhattisgarh | Graduate (Electrical) | 1 |
| Graduate (Civil) | 2 | |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 5 | |
| Diploma (Civil) | 6 | |
| ITI Electrician | 2 | |
| Chhattisgarh Total | 16 | |
| Madhya Pradesh | Diploma (Electrical) | 1 |
| ITI Electrician | 1 | |
| Madhya Pradesh Total | 2 | |
| WR-I Grand Total | 25 | |
Western Region-II (WR-II) - Madhya Pradesh & Gujarat
| State | Trade | Total Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Madhya Pradesh | ITI (Electrician) | 3 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 3 | |
| Diploma (Civil) | 2 | |
| Graduate (Electrical) | 3 | |
| Graduate (Civil) | 5 | |
| Madhya Pradesh Total | 16 | |
| Gujarat | ITI (Electrician) | 4 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 9 | |
| Diploma (Civil) | 8 | |
| Graduate (Electrical) | 8 | |
| Graduate (Civil) | 6 | |
| HR Executive | 2 | |
| CSR Executive | 1 | |
| Rajbhasha Assistant | 1 | |
| Gujarat Total | 39 | |
| WR-II Grand Total | 55 | |
Northern Region-I (NR-I) - Haryana, UP & Rajasthan
| State/Project | Trade | Total Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Haryana | ITI - Electrician | 4 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 5 | |
| Diploma (Civil) | 5 | |
| Graduate (Electrical) | 7 | |
| Graduate (Civil) | 3 | |
| Haryana Total | 24 | |
| Uttar Pradesh | Diploma (Electrical) | 2 |
| Rajasthan | ITI - Electrician | 5 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 6 | |
| Diploma (Civil) | 5 | |
| Graduate (Electrical) | 8 | |
| Graduate (Civil) | 3 | |
| Rajasthan Total | 27 | |
| Rajasthan Projects | ITI - Electrician | 6 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 6 | |
| Diploma (Civil) | 8 | |
| Graduate (Electrical) | 14 | |
| Graduate (Civil) | 6 | |
| Rajasthan Projects Total | 40 | |
| NR-I Grand Total | 93 | |
Southern Region-II (SR-II) - Karnataka & Tamil Nadu
| State | Trade | Total Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | Diploma (Electrical) | 3 |
| Tamil Nadu | Diploma (Electrical) | 6 |
| Graduate (Civil) | 1 | |
| ITI (Electrician) | 5 | |
| SR-II Grand Total | 15 | |
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Full-time regular degree/diploma/ITI certificate from recognized government institute/universityPart-time/correspondence/distance education/online mode NOT eligible
- Must possess qualification with required specialization
- Percentage marks should be mentioned in final/consolidated mark sheet
- Candidates should have passed within 2 years from closing date (12.03.2024 to 11.03.2026)Date of result declaration should be clearly mentioned in mark sheet
- Must be medically fit as per Apprentice Act, 1961 provisions
- Should not have more than 1 year job experience
NOT Eligible to Apply:
- Candidates awaiting results of final examination
- Candidates not completed 18 years of age
- Candidates who have undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship training in any organization for any duration
- Candidates with job experience of more than 1 year
| Trade | Qualification (Full-time Regular Course) |
|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | ITI in Electrician Trade |
| Diploma (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (3 years) |
| Diploma (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering (3 years) |
| Graduate (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electrical Engineering (4 years) |
| Graduate (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil Engineering (4 years) |
| HR Executive | MBA (HR) / PG Diploma in Personnel Management / PM & Industrial Relations |
| CSR Executive | Master's in Social Work (MSW) / Rural Development / Management |
| Rajbhasha Assistant | B.A. (Hindi) 3-year full-time with proficient English knowledge |
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Salary/Stipend
| Trade | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | ₹13,500 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | ₹15,000 (including DBT ₹4,000) |
| Diploma (Civil) | ₹15,000 (including DBT ₹4,000) |
| Graduate (Electrical) | ₹17,500 (including DBT ₹4,500) |
| Graduate (Civil) | ₹17,500 (including DBT ₹4,500) |
| HR Executive | ₹17,500 |
| CSR Executive | ₹17,500 |
| Rajbhasha Assistant | ₹17,500 |
| Note: Additional ₹2,500 per month as HRA if company accommodation is not provided/availed | |
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
- Application Fee: Nil (No fee for any category)
- Payment Mode: Not applicable
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
- Notification Date 02/03/2026
- Online Application Start Date 02/03/2026
- Online Application End Date 11/03/2026
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Stage 1: Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria and prescribed qualifications
Stage 2: Document verification (candidates called in 1:5 ratio to training slots in merit order)
Stage 3: Merit list preparation based on document verification
Stage 4: Engagement in merit order after: Accepting tri-partite apprenticeship contract on NATS/NAPS website
Submission of medical certificate in prescribed format
Police verification by candidates
Important Notes: No written examination or interview
Incomplete or ineligible applications will be summarily rejected without intimation
No TA/DA for document verification process
Shortlisted candidates will be communicated through registered email
Reservation applicable for SC/ST/OBC(NCL) as per Apprentices Act 1961
Stage 2: Document verification (candidates called in 1:5 ratio to training slots in merit order)
Stage 3: Merit list preparation based on document verification
Stage 4: Engagement in merit order after: Accepting tri-partite apprenticeship contract on NATS/NAPS website
Submission of medical certificate in prescribed format
Police verification by candidates
Important Notes: No written examination or interview
Incomplete or ineligible applications will be summarily rejected without intimation
No TA/DA for document verification process
Shortlisted candidates will be communicated through registered email
Reservation applicable for SC/ST/OBC(NCL) as per Apprentices Act 1961
How to Apply for POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Step 1:- Register on NATS/NAPS Portal
- For ITI (Electrician): Register on NAPS at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- For Degree/Diploma in Engineering: Register on NATS at https://nats.education.gov.in/
- For HR Executive/CSR Executive/Rajbhasha Assistant: Register on NAPS at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Complete/update profile by uploading all required documents (100% profile completion mandatory)
- Obtain NAPS/NATS registration/enrolment number
Step 2:
- Apply on POWERGRID Website: www.powergrid.in
- Navigation: Careers → Engagement of Apprentices → Apply Online
- Direct Link: https://www.powergrid.in/en/rolling-advertisement-for-enagagement-of-apprentices
- Application Mode: Online ONLY through official POWERGRID website
- Important: No other mode of application will be accepted
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
NATS Portal (Degree/Diploma Engineering)
NAPS Portal (ITI/HR/CSR/Rajbhasha)
Official Notification PDF (Southern Region-II)
Official Notification PDF(Northern Region –I)
Official Notification PDF (Western Region - I)
Official Notification PDF (Western Region - II)
Go to Official Website
NAPS Portal (ITI/HR/CSR/Rajbhasha)
Official Notification PDF (Southern Region-II)
Official Notification PDF(Northern Region –I)
Official Notification PDF (Western Region - I)
Official Notification PDF (Western Region - II)
Go to Official Website
