Power Grid Corporation of India Limited has released the Apprentice Notification 2026 for engagement of 188 apprentices across four regions. The recruitment includes multiple trades such as ITI, Diploma, Graduate, MBA, MSW and BA.
The online application process started on 02 March 2026 and will close on 11 March 2026. Candidates must apply online through the official POWERGRID website. Details regarding vacancies, eligibility, stipend and selection process are given below.
Overview of POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| 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 |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Multiple Trades) |
| No. of Posts | 188 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Apprenticeship (One Year) |
| Job Location | Across 4 Regions |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Merit Based, Document Verification |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know about vacancies, eligibility, stipend, important dates and selection process.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Notification Date | 02/03/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 02/03/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 11/03/2026 |
Vacancy Details of POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Total Posts: 188
Region-wise vacancies:
Western Region-II – 55
Northern Region-I – 93
Southern Region-II – 15
Western Region-I – 25
Trades included:
ITI Electrician
Diploma (Electrical)
Diploma (Civil)
Graduate (Electrical)
Graduate (Civil)
HR Executive
CSR Executive
Rajbhasha Assistant
Eligibility Criteria of POWERGRID Apprentices Vacancies
| Trade | Qualification (Full-time Regular Course) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| ITI Electrician | ITI in Electrician Trade | Minimum 18 Years |
| Diploma (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (3 Years) | Minimum 18 Years |
| Diploma (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering (3 Years) | Minimum 18 Years |
| Graduate (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electrical Engineering (4 Years) | Minimum 18 Years |
| Graduate (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil Engineering (4 Years) | Minimum 18 Years |
| HR Executive | MBA (HR) / PG Diploma in Personnel Management / PM & Industrial Relations | Minimum 18 Years |
| CSR Executive | Master’s in Social Work (MSW) / Rural Development / Management | Minimum 18 Years |
| Rajbhasha Assistant | B.A. (Hindi) 3-year full-time with proficient English knowledge | Minimum 18 Years |
Other Conditions:
Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
Qualification must be full-time regular course.
Passed within 2 years from closing date (12.03.2024 to 11.03.2026).
Should not have more than 1 year job experience.
Must be medically fit as per Apprentice Act 1961.
Not eligible:
Candidates awaiting results.
Candidates below 18 years.
Candidates who have undergone apprenticeship earlier.
Candidates with more than 1 year job experience.
Monthly 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 |
Additional ₹2,500 per month will be paid as HRA if accommodation is not provided.
Application Fee
Application Fee: Nil
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on eligibility.
Document verification in 1:5 ratio.
Merit list preparation.
No written examination or interview.
How to Apply
Candidates must first register on NATS or NAPS portal as applicable. After registration, apply online through the official website www.powergrid.in under Careers section. Only online applications are accepted.
POWERGRID Official Notification
Official Website: www.powergrid.in
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF