POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 270 Posts
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has released the POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 270 apprenticeship training slots across 10 regional establishments. The opportunity is available for ITI Electrician, Diploma Electrical, Diploma Civil, Graduate Electrical and Graduate Civil candidates. The apprenticeship duration is one year, and eligible candidates can apply online from 25 August 2026 to 10 September 2026. There is no application fee, written examination or interview.
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 270 |
| Trades | ITI Electrician, Diploma Electrical, Diploma Civil, Graduate Electrical, Graduate Civil |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection | Merit-Based |
| Official Website | powergrid.in |
The recruitment covers Northern Region-I, Northern Region-II, Northern Region-III, Eastern Region-I, Eastern Region-II, North Eastern Region, Western Region-I, Western Region-II, Southern Region-I and Southern Region-II.
POWERGRID Apprentice Vacancy 2026
The 270 vacancies are distributed across the 10 regions. Western Region-II at Vadodara has the highest number of vacancies with 38 posts, while Northern Region-I has 35 posts and Southern Region-II has 32 posts. Southern Region-II covers Karnataka, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry and Kerala.
| Region | Location | States/UTs Covered | Posts |
| NR-I | Faridabad | Delhi, Haryana, UP, Uttarakhand | 35 |
| NR-II | Jammu | J&K, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Ladakh | 24 |
| NR-III | Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand | 25 |
| ER-I | Patna | Bihar, Jharkhand | 20 |
| ER-II | Kolkata | West Bengal, Sikkim | 21 |
| NER | Shillong | North Eastern States | 26 |
| WR-I | Nagpur | Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, MP, Goa | 27 |
| WR-II | Vadodara | Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat | 38 |
| SR-I | Secunderabad | Telangana, Andhra Pradesh | 22 |
| SR-II | Bengaluru | Karnataka, Tamil Nadu & Puducherry, Kerala | 32 |
| Total | 270 |
Trade-wise, the recruitment includes 64 ITI Electrician, 122 Diploma Electrical, 35 Diploma Civil, 34 Graduate Electrical and 15 Graduate Civil positions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 25 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Eligible Qualifying Exam Period | 11 September 2024 to 10 September 2026 |
Candidates must have passed their final qualifying examination within the specified two-year period.
Eligibility and Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed full-time qualification from a recognized institution. ITI applicants require a full-time Electrician qualification. Diploma candidates require a full-time Diploma in Electrical or Civil Engineering. Graduate applicants require B.E., B.Tech or B.Sc. Engineering in Electrical or Civil Engineering, as applicable. Part-time, correspondence, distance and online qualifications are not accepted.
Candidates must have completed 18 years of age at the time of application. No maximum age limit is specified in the regional notifications. Candidates awaiting final results, those who have already completed or are undergoing apprenticeship training, and candidates with more than one year of job experience are not eligible.
POWERGRID Apprentice Stipend
| Trade | Monthly Stipend |
| ITI – Electrician | ₹13,500 |
| Diploma – Civil | ₹15,000 |
| Diploma – Electrical | ₹15,000 |
| Graduate – Electrical | ₹17,500 |
| Graduate – Civil | ₹17,500 |
An additional ₹2,500 per month may be payable when company accommodation is not provided or availed. The DBT component is subject to an active Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account. Apprentices are also entitled to the leave provisions mentioned in the notification.
Application Fee and Selection Process
There is no application fee for any of the 10 regions. Selection is based on merit according to the qualifying examination and applicable eligibility requirements. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification in a 1:5 ratio against the notified training slots. A final merit list is prepared after verification. Therefore, candidates do not have to appear for a written examination or interview.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep their NAPS/NATS registration or enrolment number, educational certificates and marksheets, proof of age, applicable caste certificate, bank details, recent photograph and signature ready. PwBD candidates should also provide the required disability certificate or UDID card where applicable.
How to Apply for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates should first register on NAPS for ITI Electrician or NATS for eligible Diploma and Degree Engineering qualifications. After completing the profile, candidates should visit the POWERGRID website, go to Careers → Engagement of Apprentices → Apply Online, select one region/state and complete the application. The form should be submitted before 10 September 2026.
Candidates should apply for only one region/state. Multiple applications across regions, states or trades may result in rejection. Applicants should ensure that their name and date of birth match their official documents. Completion of the apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment with POWERGRID.
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| NAPS Registration | Click Here |
| NATS Registration | Click Here |
| NR-I Notification | Click Here |
| NR-II Notification | Click Here |
| NR-III Notification | Click Here |
| ER-I Notification | Click Here |
| ER-II Notification | Click Here |
| NER Notification | Click Here |
| WR-I Notification | Click Here |
| WR-II Notification | Click Here |
| SR-I Notification | Click Here |
| SR-II Notification | Click Here |
| POWERGRID Official Website | Click Here |
The source provides all 10 regional notification links and identifies the POWERGRID careers page as both the notification and application link.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 270 apprentice training slots are available across 10 POWERGRID regions.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 10 September 2026.
Can candidates apply for multiple regions?
No. Candidates should apply for only one region/state. Multiple applications may be rejected.
Is there an application fee?
No. The application fee is Nil for all 10 regions.
Is there a written exam?
No. Selection is merit-based and includes document verification followed by the final merit list. There is no written examination or interview.
Eligible ITI, Diploma and Engineering candidates should check the applicable regional notification carefully and complete their NAPS/NATS registration before applying through the official POWERGRID website.
