Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released its rolling advertisement for engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The 2026 recruitment provides 270+ apprenticeship training opportunities across POWERGRID's regional establishments.
The apprenticeship opportunities are available for ITI Electrician, Diploma Electrical, Diploma Civil, Graduate Electrical and Graduate Civil candidates. The apprenticeship training period is one year.
The online application process will begin on 25 August 2026 and eligible candidates can apply until 10 September 2026. There is no application fee, written examination or interview for this apprenticeship engagement.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Recruitment | Apprentice Engagement 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 270+ |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 1 Year |
| Posts/Trades | ITI Electrician, Diploma Electrical/Civil, Graduate Electrical/Civil |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 September 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Merit + Document Verification |
| Written Exam | No |
| Interview | No |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
POWERGRID's official apprenticeship page confirms the application opening date of 25 August 2026 and closing date of 10 September 2026.
POWERGRID has announced 270+ apprenticeship training slots across its regional establishments.
The available apprenticeship categories include:
ITI Electrician Apprentice
Diploma Electrical Apprentice
Diploma Civil Apprentice
Graduate Electrical Apprentice
Graduate Civil Apprentice
The opportunities are distributed among POWERGRID's regional establishments covering different states and Union Territories.
POWERGRID's official apprenticeship page lists establishments including:
North Western Region ā Jaipur
Corporate Centre ā Gurugram
Northern Region-I ā Faridabad
Northern Region-II ā Jammu
Northern Region-III ā Lucknow
Eastern Region-I ā Patna
Eastern Region-II ā Kolkata
North Eastern Region ā Shillong
Odisha Projects ā Bhubaneswar
Western Region-I ā Nagpur
Western Region-II ā Vadodara
Southern Region-I ā Hyderabad
Southern Region-II ā Bangalore
The respective establishments cover different states and Union Territories.
Candidates must possess the prescribed full-time educational qualification for the apprenticeship trade they select.
| Apprenticeship Trade | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | Full-Time 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 Engineering |
| Graduate Civil | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering) in Civil Engineering |
Candidates should check the regional advertisement for the exact qualification requirements applicable to their selected region/trade.
Candidates must have completed 18 years of age at the time of application.
The recruitment does not specify a conventional upper-age limit in the rolling advertisement. However, candidates must satisfy all other eligibility conditions, including the prescribed qualification and apprenticeship-experience requirements.
Candidates must have passed their final qualifying examination within the prescribed period.
For the current recruitment, the qualifying examination result must have been declared between 11 September 2024 and 10 September 2026. Candidates whose final examination results are still awaited are not eligible.
Candidates are not eligible if they:
Are awaiting the result of their final examination at the time of application.
Have already undergone apprenticeship training in any organization.
Are currently undergoing apprenticeship training in any organization.
Have more than one year of job experience.
Have not completed 18 years of age.
POWERGRID's official advertisement specifically states that candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, or who have more than one year of job experience, are not eligible.
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend according to their apprenticeship category.
| Trade | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | ā¹13,500 |
| Diploma Electrical | ā¹15,000 |
| Diploma Civil | ā¹15,000 |
| Graduate Electrical | ā¹17,500 |
| Graduate Civil | ā¹17,500 |
The Diploma and Graduate stipend figures include the applicable Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) component specified for the apprenticeship.
Where company accommodation is not provided, the applicable advertisement provides for an additional ā¹2,500 per month subject to the prescribed conditions.
The apprenticeship training will be for one year from the date of joining.
Completion of the apprenticeship does not create a right or claim for permanent or temporary employment with POWERGRID.
There is no application fee for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ā¹0 |
| OBC | ā¹0 |
| SC/ST | ā¹0 |
| EWS | ā¹0 |
| PwBD | ā¹0 |
All eligible candidates can apply without paying an application fee.
There is no written examination and no interview for this apprenticeship recruitment.
The selection process is based primarily on merit in the prescribed qualifying examination, followed by document verification and completion of the required apprenticeship formalities.
Application screening
Merit-based shortlisting
Document Verification
Final merit list
Medical fitness and other required formalities
Apprenticeship contract registration
Joining as an apprentice
Candidates may be called for document verification according to the number of available training slots and the applicable shortlisting procedure.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Notification | August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 September 2026 |
| Qualifying Examination Result Window | 11 September 2024 to 10 September 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 1 Year |
POWERGRID's official page confirms the application window from 25 August 2026 to 10 September 2026.
Candidates must complete registration on the appropriate national apprenticeship portal before applying through POWERGRID.
ITI Electrician candidates: Register on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal.
Diploma and Graduate candidates: Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal.
POWERGRID's official instructions require candidates to register on NAPS for ITI Electrician and NATS for Degree/Diploma engineering candidates.
Candidates should complete/update their apprenticeship profile and upload the required documents.
Go to the POWERGRID website and open the Careers ā Engagement of Apprentices section.
Select the eligible region/state and apprenticeship trade according to the notification.
Enter personal, educational and NAPS/NATS registration details and upload the required documents.
Check all information carefully and submit the application before 10 September 2026.
POWERGRID states that candidates should apply for only one region/state of their choice. Multiple applications or applications for more than one region/state/trade may lead to rejection.
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
NAPS/NATS registration or enrolment number
Educational certificates
Marksheets
Proof of date of birth
ITI/Diploma/Degree certificate
Caste certificate, if applicable
PwBD certificate/UDID card, if applicable
Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Bank account details/cancelled cheque or passbook
Other documents specified in the regional advertisement
POWERGRID is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India.
However, candidates should correctly classify this opportunity as an Apprenticeship/Training opportunity, not a regular permanent government job.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Sector | Public Sector / PSU |
| Organization | POWERGRID |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Permanent Government Job | No |
| Public Sector Organization | Yes |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Stipend | ā¹13,500āā¹17,500 per month |
Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment with POWERGRID.
For your job website, you can classify it as:
Main Category: Government Jobs
Subcategory: Apprenticeship Jobs
Sector: PSU / Public Sector
Qualification: ITI / Diploma / Engineering Graduate
Candidates should carefully read the regional advertisement before applying because eligibility, trades and training slots may differ by region.
Applicants should also ensure that:
Their final qualification result has already been declared.
They meet the prescribed passing-year requirement.
They have not previously undergone apprenticeship training.
They do not have more than one year of job experience.
They apply for only one eligible region/state/trade.
Their NAPS/NATS profile is complete and accurate.
POWERGRID states that incomplete applications or applications with improper documents can be rejected, and false information can result in disqualification.
POWERGRID has announced 270+ apprenticeship training opportunities across its regional establishments.
The last date to submit the online application is 10 September 2026.
The online application process starts on 25 August 2026.
No. There is no application fee for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
No. POWERGRID's official advertisement states that there is no written examination or interview for this apprenticeship engagement.
The monthly stipend ranges from ā¹13,500 to ā¹17,500, depending on the apprenticeship category.
The apprenticeship training duration is one year.
No. Candidates awaiting their final examination results are not eligible to apply.
No. It is an apprenticeship training opportunity with a Central Public Sector Enterprise. Completion of the apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment with POWERGRID.
Official POWERGRID Apprenticeship Page: POWERGRID Engagement of Apprentices
Official POWERGRID Website: POWERGRID Official Website
The POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 270+ apprenticeship opportunities for ITI Electrician, Diploma and Engineering Graduate candidates. The application process will begin on 25 August 2026, and candidates can apply until 10 September 2026.
The recruitment is particularly useful for candidates looking for practical training and industry experience in the power sector. There is no application fee, written examination or interview, and selection is based on merit followed by document verification and other prescribed formalities.
Candidates should complete their NAPS/NATS registration, check the applicable regional advertisement and submit their POWERGRID application before the deadline.
Disclaimer: Vacancy numbers and other recruitment conditions may vary by regional establishment. Candidates should always check the latest official POWERGRID advertisement before applying.
