GAIL (India) Limited has released an official notification inviting online applications from eligible engineering graduates through the GATE-2026 route.
The recruitment is for Executive Trainee posts in Chemical, Instrumentation, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines. A total of 70 vacancies are available at E-2 grade. Selection will be based on GATE-2026 scores followed by further selection stages.
Overview of GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | GAIL (India) Limited |
| Post Name | Executive Trainee |
| No. of Posts | 70 |
| Post Level | E-2 Grade |
| Pay Scale | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 per month |
| Category | Public Sector Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | GATE Score, Group Discussion, Interview |
All important information related to this recruitment is given below. Candidates should read each section carefully before applying.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Notification Release Date | 20-02-2026 |
| Start Date of Online Application | 20-02-2026 (11:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18-03-2026 (18:00 Hrs) |
| GATE-2026 Examination | To be notified |
Vacancy Details of GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Executive Trainee (Chemical) | 17 |
| Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) | 21 |
| Executive Trainee (Electrical) | 16 |
| Executive Trainee (Mechanical) | 16 |
| Total | 70 |
Eligibility Criteria of GAIL Executive Trainee Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | GATE-2026 Paper | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Trainee (Chemical) | Bachelor degree in relevant Chemical discipline with minimum 65% marks | Chemical Engineering (CH) | Maximum 26 years |
| Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) | Bachelor degree in Instrumentation or allied discipline with minimum 65% marks | Instrumentation Engineering (IN) | Maximum 26 years |
| Executive Trainee (Electrical) | Bachelor degree in Electrical or allied discipline with minimum 65% marks | Electrical Engineering (EE) | Maximum 26 years |
| Executive Trainee (Mechanical) | Bachelor degree in Mechanical or allied discipline with minimum 65% marks | Mechanical Engineering (ME) | Maximum 26 years |
Minimum marks required are 65 percent for General, EWS, and OBC categories and 60 percent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Age Relaxation
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages.
Stage 1: GATE-2026 Score
Stage 2: Shortlisting based on GATE score
Stage 3: Group Discussion and or Interview
Minimum qualifying marks are applicable separately for interview and group discussion stages.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website of GAIL (India) Limited. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Applicants must complete registration, fill personal and academic details, enter GATE-2026 registration number, upload documents, and submit the form before the last date.
Official Notification & Application Details
Official Website: gailonline.com
Recruitment Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Application Mode: Online – APPLY NOW