POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 188 Posts
The Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 188 Apprentices. Candidates with B.A, B.Tech/B.E, Diploma, ITI, MBA/PGDM, MSW Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 02-03-2026, and closes on 11-03-2026. The candidate shall apply online through POWERGRID website, powergrid.in/.
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) Apprentice Notification 2026 has been released on 02 March 2026 on the official website www.powergrid.in. A total of 188 vacancies have been announced through the POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Candidates with a minimum age of 18 years who have ITI / Diploma / Graduate Degree / MBA / MSW / BA (Full-time) are eligible to apply for these Apprentice (Multiple Trades) vacancies. The online application process for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 started on 02 March 2026 and will remain open until 11 March 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
POWERGRID Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview
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Company Name
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
Q1. What is the total number of apprentice positions available in POWERGRID 2026?
Approximately 188 apprentice positions are available across 4 regions: Western Region-II (55 posts), Northern Region-I (93 posts), Southern Region-II (15 posts), and Western Region-I (25 posts) in various trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Apprentice recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 11/03/2026. Applications started from 02/03/2026. Candidates must first register on NATS/NAPS portal and then apply on POWERGRID website.
Q3. Is there any application fee for POWERGRID Apprentice recruitment?
No, there is no application fee. The apprentice recruitment is completely free for all categories. There is also no written examination or interview process.
Q4. What is the stipend for POWERGRID apprentices?
Stipend ranges from ₹13,500 to ₹17,500 per month based on qualification. Additionally, Government of India provides DBT of ₹4,000-₹4,500. If accommodation not provided, additional ₹2,500 HRA is paid, making maximum stipend ₹20,000 per month.
Q5. What are the educational qualifications required for POWERGRID Apprentice positions?
Qualifications vary by trade: ITI Electrician, Diploma in Civil/Electrical Engineering (3 years full-time), B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Electrical (4 years full-time), MBA (HR), MSW, or B.A. (Hindi). Only full-time regular courses accepted, not correspondence/distance/online mode.
Q6. What is the age limit for POWERGRID Apprentice recruitment?
Minimum age is 18 years at time of application. No upper age limit specified, but candidates must have passed their qualification within 2 years from closing date (from 12.03.2024 to 11.03.2026).
Q7. Can I apply for multiple regions or trades in POWERGRID Apprentice recruitment?
No. Candidates are advised to apply for only ONE region/state of their choice. Candidates submitting multiple applications or applying for more than one region/state/trade will not be considered and their applications will be summarily rejected.
Q8. What is the selection process for POWERGRID Apprentice recruitment?
Selection is based on merit order after document verification. No written exam or interview. Process: Application screening → Document verification (1:5 ratio) → Merit list → Engagement after tri-partite contract, medical certificate, and police verification.
Q9. Do I need to register on NATS/NAPS portal before applying for POWERGRID?
Yes, mandatory. First register on NATS (for Engineering Degree/Diploma) or NAPS (for ITI/HR/CSR/Rajbhasha) with 100% profile completion. Then use registration/enrolment number to apply on POWERGRID website. Both steps are compulsory.
Q10. What is the duration of apprenticeship training at POWERGRID?
Apprenticeship duration is one year from date of joining. Training will co-terminate with completion of one year and no further extension is permitted. Apprentices are entitled to 12 days casual leave and 15 days medical leave on pro-rata basis.
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