PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Notification OUT for 245 Posts, Apply Online
PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 245 Apprentice Training Slots
PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been announced by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) for 245 apprenticeship training slots across multiple regions. Eligible ITI, Diploma and Engineering Graduate candidates can apply online from 25 August 2026 to 10 September 2026. The apprenticeship is for one year, and there is no application fee, written exam or interview.
PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Particular |
Details |
|---|---|
Organization |
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
Ministry |
Ministry of Power, Government of India |
Recruitment |
Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
Total Training Slots |
245 |
Training Period |
1 Year |
Qualification |
ITI / Diploma / Engineering Degree |
Application Mode |
Online |
Application Start Date |
25 August 2026 |
Last Date |
10 September 2026 |
Application Fee |
Nil |
Selection |
Merit Based |
Written Exam |
Not Applicable |
Interview |
Not Applicable |
PGCIL Apprentice Important Dates
Notification Date |
21 August 2026 |
Online Application Start |
25 August 2026 |
Last Date to Apply |
10 September 2026 |
Fee Payment Last Date |
Not Applicable |
Admit Card |
Not Applicable |
Written Exam |
Not Applicable |
Interview |
Not Applicable |
PGCIL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Trade-Wise Details
Apprenticeship Trade |
Vacancies |
|---|---|
ITI – Electrician |
56 |
Diploma – Electrical |
111 |
Diploma – Civil |
33 |
Graduate – Electrical |
32 |
Graduate – Civil |
13 |
Total |
245 |
Region-Wise PGCIL Apprentice Vacancy
Region |
Training Slots |
|---|---|
Northern Region-I |
35 |
Northern Region-II |
24 |
Eastern Region-I |
20 |
Eastern Region-II |
21 |
North Eastern Region |
26 |
Western Region-I |
27 |
Western Region-II |
38 |
Southern Region-I |
22 |
Southern Region-II |
32 |
Total |
245 |
PGCIL Apprentice Eligibility 2026
Age Limit
Requirement |
Details |
|---|---|
Minimum Age |
18 Years |
Maximum Age |
As per applicable apprenticeship rules |
Age Calculation |
At the time of application |
PGCIL Apprentice Educational Qualification
Trade |
Required Qualification |
|---|---|
ITI – Electrician |
ITI in Electrician Trade |
Diploma – Electrical |
Full-Time Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
Diploma – Civil |
Full-Time Diploma in Civil Engineering |
Graduate – Electrical |
B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engineering in Electrical |
Graduate – Civil |
B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engineering in Civil |
PGCIL Apprentice Application Fee 2026
Category |
Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC / EWS |
Nil |
SC / ST |
Nil |
PwBD |
Nil |
Women |
Nil |
Total Application Fee |
Rs. 0/- |
PGCIL Apprentice Stipend 2026
The stipend varies according to the apprenticeship trade.
Trade |
Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
ITI – Electrician |
Rs. 13,500/- |
Diploma – Electrical |
Rs. 15,000/- |
Diploma – Civil |
Rs. 15,000/- |
Graduate – Electrical |
Rs. 17,500/- |
Graduate – Civil |
Rs. 17,500/- |
PGCIL Apprentice Selection Process 2026
There is no written examination or interview for the apprenticeship application. POWERGRID's official page clearly states that applicants will not have to appear for a written exam or interview.
The selection process generally involves:
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Merit-based shortlisting.
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Verification of educational and other documents.
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Medical fitness as required under apprenticeship rules.
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Completion of the required apprenticeship registration process.
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Execution of the apprenticeship contract.
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Final engagement as an apprentice.
How to Apply for PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
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Visit the official POWERGRID apprenticeship page.
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Candidates applying for ITI Electrician should register on the NAPS portal.
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Diploma and Engineering candidates should register on the NATS portal.
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Complete or update the profile with educational and other required details.
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Select the applicable POWERGRID region/state and trade.
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Fill in the online application carefully.
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Upload the required certificates and documents.
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Submit the application before 10 September 2026.
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Save the application/registration details for future reference.
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FAQs – PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
1. How many posts are available in PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 245 apprenticeship training slots are available across nine detailed regional advertisements.
2. What is the last date for PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 10 September 2026.
3. What is the PGCIL Apprentice eligibility criteria 2026?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess the relevant ITI, Diploma or Engineering qualification. The final qualification result must have been declared within two years before the closing date.
4. What is the PGCIL Apprentice stipend 2026?
The monthly stipend is Rs. 13,500 for ITI Electrician, Rs. 15,000 for Diploma trades and Rs. 17,500 for Graduate Engineering trades, as specified in the applicable POWERGRID regional advertisements.
5. Is there any written exam for PGCIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No. POWERGRID states that there is no application fee, written examination or interview for applicants under this apprenticeship process.