POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 660+ Non-Executive Posts (DTE, DTC, JOT, JTT)

POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 is officially out, and it’s one of the biggest PSU notifications of the year. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited — a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power — has announced over 660 vacancies across multiple non-executive posts. If you hold a Diploma in Electrical or Civil Engineering, a BBA/BBM degree, Inter CA/CMA qualification, or an ITI in Surveying, this is a Sarkari Naukri you should not miss.

Applications open on 20 April 2026 and close on 11 May 2026. The recruitment is being conducted across all major regions of POWERGRID in India, as well as for its wholly owned subsidiary, Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL). Read on for everything you need — eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply online.

📌 Also Read: Latest Government Job Notifications 2026

POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

About POWERGRID

Before you apply, it’s worth knowing exactly who you’d be working for — because POWERGRID is not just any government company.

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited is a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise — the highest category of autonomy awarded to Central Government PSUs. It operates under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, and is one of the largest electricity transmission utilities in the world.

Here’s what POWERGRID looks like by the numbers:

• 1,84,960 circuit kilometres (ckm) of transmission lines across India
• 291 Sub-Stations spread across the country
• Transmits approximately 50% of total power generated in India through its networks
• Owns and operates around 1,00,000 km of telecom network, with a presence in approximately 3,000 locations and intra-city connectivity in 500 cities
• A Gross Turnover of ₹45,792.32 Crores and a Profit After Tax of ₹15,521.44 Crores (FY 2024-25)
• Profit-making since its very inception — a track record few PSUs can match

POWERGRID also offers consultancy services in Transmission, Sub-Transmission, Distribution, and Telecom at both national and international levels.

India’s Energy Future — And Your Role In It

India is targeting 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. To support that, the National Electricity Plan envisions a capital investment of ₹9.16 lakh crore in transmission infrastructure by 2032. POWERGRID alone has an estimated outlay of ₹3.06 lakh crore up to 2032 — covering Inter-state and Intra-state transmission, Cross-border interconnections, International projects, Solar generation, Smart metering, and Data centre business.

This means joining POWERGRID right now puts you at the centre of India’s most ambitious infrastructure push. You won’t just have a stable Sarkari Naukri — you’ll be part of something genuinely transformational.

📌 Also Read: Central Government PSU Jobs 2026 – Complete List

Important Dates

⚠️ Don’t wait for 11 May! Government portals slow down near the deadline — apply at least 3–4 days early.

Vacancy Details – POWERGRID Recruitment 2026

POWERGRID has notified vacancies across 12 Regions/Projects in India plus Corporate Centre (CC). Here’s a region-wise summary:

(*) denotes Backlog Vacancies

Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

✅ Reservation is available for UR, EWS, OBC (NCL), SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM), and Disabled Ex-Servicemen (DEx-SM) as per Government of India norms.

⚠️ Important: Vacancies are Region-specific. A candidate must apply for only one region. Once submitted, the region cannot be changed.

Eligibility Criteria for POWERGRID Non-Executive Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

💡 Important Note on Higher Qualifications: Candidates who hold a B.Tech, B.E., M.Tech, M.E., Post Graduate Degree, CA, or CMA are not eligible to apply. This applies at the time of application as well as at the time of joining. You will be required to sign an undertaking to this effect.

Final year / semester students whose results are expected by 15 July 2026 may apply provisionally, provided their marks up to the pre-final examination meet the required percentage.

Age Limit (as on 11 May 2026)

📌 Also Read: OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate – How to Get It for Govt Jobs

POWERGRID Salary 2026 – What Will You Earn?

This is the section most aspirants want to know first — and rightly so. Here are the real numbers.

For DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT (HR) / JOT (F&A)

During Training (1 Year):

• Basic Pay: ₹24,000/- per month (Pay Scale: S0 level, ₹24,000–3%–₹1,08,000 IDA)
• Plus: Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Perks @ 12% of Basic Pay

After Successful Training Completion:

• Absorbed as Junior Engineer Gr-IV / Junior Officer Gr-IV at S1 level
• Pay Scale: ₹25,000–3%–₹1,17,500 (IDA)
• Annual CTC: Approximately ₹12.7 Lakhs

For JTT (Survey)

During Training (1 Year):

• Basic Pay: ₹21,000/- per month (Pay Scale: W2 level, ₹21,000–3%–₹72,000 IDA)
• Plus: IDA, HRA, and Perks @ 12% of Basic Pay

After Successful Training Completion:

• Absorbed as Junior Technician at W3 level
• Pay Scale: ₹21,500–3%–₹74,000 (IDA)
• Annual CTC: Approximately ₹10.9 Lakhs

Benefits After Regularisation

Once you complete training and get absorbed as a regular employee, your compensation package includes:

• Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance (DA)
• Perquisites & Allowances (Cafeteria Approach)
• Performance Related Pay (PRP)
• Company Quarters or HRA
• Monthly Conveyance, Mobile & Laptop Reimbursement
• Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension & Leave Encashment
• Group Insurance & Group Personal Accident Insurance
• Short and Long-term Loans & Advances including House Building Advance (HBA)
• Medical Facilities for self and dependents

📌 Also Read: 8th Pay Commission Pay Matrix – Full Table for Central Govt Employe

Application Fee

✅ Payment is made online through the POWERGRID application portal. The fee is non-refundable once paid, even if your candidature is rejected.

Service Agreement Bond

Selected candidates will be required to sign a service bond to serve POWERGRID for a minimum of 3 years after completing training.

Selection Process – How Will You Be Selected?

POWERGRID’s selection process is straightforward:

Step 1 – Computer Based Test (CBT) A 2-hour written test with 170 objective-type questions in two parts:

• Part-I: 120 questions — Technical Knowledge Test (TKT) for DTE/DTC/DTS/JTT, or Professional Knowledge Test (PKT) for JOT-HR/JOT-F&A
• Part-II: 50 questions — Aptitude Test covering English vocabulary, verbal comprehension, quantitative aptitude, reasoning, data sufficiency, and General Awareness

Each question carries 1 mark. There is a negative marking of ¼ mark for each wrong or multiple answer.

Step 2 – Computer Skill Test (CST) / Trade Test (where applicable)

• Qualifying in nature only — no marks added to final merit
• Qualifying marks: 50% (UR/EWS) and 40% (Reserved) for CST
• Qualifying marks: 40% (UR/EWS) and 30% (Reserved) for Trade Test

Step 3 – Pre-Employment Medical Examination Final appointment is subject to medical fitness as per POWERGRID’s health standards.

⚠️ There is NO interview for any of these posts. Final merit is based 100% on CBT marks.

Test Centres for POWERGRID CBT 2026

The CBT will be held on a single day for all Regions. Choose the test centre for the Region you apply in.

How to Apply for POWERGRID Recruitment 2026

Here’s exactly how to submit your online application:

1. Visit the official POWERGRID website: www.powergrid.in
2. Go to: Career Section → Job Opportunities → Non-Executive Positions → “Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026”
3. Register with a valid Email ID, Alternate Email ID, and Mobile Number (keep these active for at least 1 year)
4. Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully
5. Select only one Region — this cannot be changed after submission
6. Upload all required documents (photo, signature, DOB proof, qualification certificates, category certificate if applicable)
7. Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
8. Submit the application and take a printout for your records

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your scanned photo (under 50 KB) and signature (under 50 KB) ready before you begin. Also have your mark sheets and category certificates scanned as a single PDF (under 10 MB) to save time during the form.

📌 Also Read: LIC HFL Junior Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 180 Vacancies

Documents to Upload at the Time of Application

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

Summing Up…

POWERGRID Recruitment 2026 is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career with one of India’s most financially strong and strategically important PSUs. With over 660 vacancies across technical and managerial roles, an excellent salary package, world-class benefits, and the chance to contribute to India’s energy transformation — this notification ticks all the boxes for a Sarkari Naukri worth pursuing.

The application window is short — just three weeks from 20 April to 11 May 2026. Don’t miss it. Apply early, prepare well for the CBT, and keep checking govtserviceinfo.com for admit card dates, exam updates, and result notifications.

Stay ahead of application deadlines — follow Govtserviceinfo.com for daily Sarkari Naukri alerts and government job updates.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. CC/01/2026) published by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from www.powergrid.in. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.