Complete Guide for Diploma Trainee, JOT and JTT Posts
Advertisement No. CC/01/2026 | Date: 17 April 2026
Introduction
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, widely known as POWERGRID or PGCIL, has officially opened applications for over 660 non-executive positions across its regions and projects in India. This is one of the most anticipated government job notifications of 2026, particularly for diploma holders, ITI graduates, and Inter CA/CMA candidates looking for a stable and rewarding career in a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise.
The recruitment covers six post categories — Diploma Trainee in Electrical, Civil, and Survey disciplines, Junior Officer Trainee in HR and Finance & Accounts, and Junior Technician Trainee in Survey. Vacancies also exist under the wholly owned subsidiary, Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL), for select posts.
If you are based in Assam or anywhere in the North-Eastern Region, this is particularly relevant for you, as 33 dedicated vacancies exist under the North-Eastern Region covering Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura, with exam centres at Guwahati, Shillong, and Dibrugarh.
The application window opened on 20 April 2026 and closes on 11 May 2026 at 11:59 PM. Do not wait until the last day.
About POWERGRID
POWERGRID is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise functioning under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It is one of the largest power transmission utilities in the world, operating around 1,84,960 circuit kilometres of transmission lines and 291 sub-stations. The corporation also manages approximately 1,00,000 kilometres of telecom network with a presence in roughly 500 cities across the country.
For the financial year 2024-25, POWERGRID posted a gross turnover of Rs. 45,792.32 crore and a profit after tax of Rs. 15,521.44 crore — a company that has remained profitable since the day it was established.
India is currently working towards 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. To support this national goal, a capital investment of Rs. 9.16 lakh crore is planned in the transmission sector by 2032. POWERGRID’s own share in this expansion stands at Rs. 3.06 lakh crore, covering inter-state and intra-state transmission systems, cross-border projects, solar generation, smart metering, and data centre businesses. This recruitment drive is a direct result of this massive infrastructure push.
Posts and Qualifications
There are six posts being filled through this recruitment. Each comes with a specific educational requirement, and it is important to note that candidates holding higher qualifications than what is prescribed are not eligible.
Diploma Trainee — Electrical (DTE): You need a full-time three-year diploma in Electrical, Electrical (Power), Electrical and Electronics, Power Systems Engineering, or Power Engineering (Electrical) from a recognised technical board or institute. General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates must have secured a minimum of 70% marks. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates need only pass marks. Candidates who hold a B.Tech, BE, M.Tech, or ME degree — with or without a diploma — are not eligible to apply.
Diploma Trainee — Civil (DTC): A full-time three-year diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised technical board is required, again with a minimum of 70% for general category candidates. The same restriction on higher qualifications applies here as well.
Diploma Trainee — Survey (DTS): This post requires a full-time three-year diploma in Survey Engineering, or a diploma in Civil Engineering where survey was a subject, with a minimum of 70% marks. Candidates with a B.E. or B.Tech degree are not eligible.
Junior Officer Trainee — HR (JOT HR): You must hold a three-year full-time regular graduate degree in BBA, BBM, BBS, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university, with a minimum of 60% marks for general, EWS, and OBC (NCL) candidates. Candidates who possess a postgraduate degree or postgraduate diploma are not eligible.
Junior Officer Trainee — Finance and Accounts (JOT F&A): The required qualification is Inter CA or Inter CMA. Candidates who have already completed their CA or CMA, or hold a postgraduate degree or diploma, are not eligible for this post.
Junior Technician Trainee — Survey (JTT Survey): This post requires a full-time two-year ITI certificate in the Surveyor trade from a recognised technical board, government-approved ITI, NCVET, or SCVT-affiliated institute. Candidates holding a diploma or any degree are not eligible.
At both the time of application and the time of joining, each candidate must submit an undertaking confirming they do not possess any higher qualification than what is prescribed. If this is found to be false at any stage, the application will be rejected or services terminated.
Vacancies by Region
The vacancies are region-specific. A separate merit list is drawn for each region, and each vacancy is treated independently. Candidates must apply for one region only, and this choice cannot be changed once the online form is submitted.
| Region or Project | Total Vacancies | States Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Centre | 21 | Head office |
| Northern Region-I | 92 | Delhi, part of UP, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan |
| Rajasthan Project | 42 | Rajasthan |
| Northern Region-II | 50 (incl. backlog) | HP, Punjab, J&K, Ladakh, Chandigarh |
| Northern Region-III | 45 (incl. backlog) | Part of Uttarakhand, UP, Madhya Pradesh |
| Eastern Region-I | 2 | Bihar, Jharkhand |
| Eastern Region-II | 16 | West Bengal, Sikkim |
| Odisha Project | 32 (incl. backlog) | Odisha |
| North-Eastern Region | 33 | Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura |
| Southern Region-I | 47 (incl. backlog) | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, part of Karnataka |
| Southern Region-II | 81 (incl. backlog) | Kerala, Tamil Nadu, part of Karnataka, Pondicherry |
| Western Region-I | 67 | Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Goa, part of MP |
| Western Region-II | 110 (incl. backlog) | Gujarat, part of MP and Maharashtra |
| CTUIL (subsidiary) | 30 | All India |
Here is the Age Limit and Relaxations section in table format:
Age Limit and Relaxations
The upper age limit is 27 years and the minimum age is 18 years, both calculated as on 11 May 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | No relaxation (max age: 27 years) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years (for reserved posts) → max age: 30 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years (for reserved posts) → max age: 32 years |
| PwBD — Unreserved / EWS | 10 years → max age: 37 years |
| PwBD — OBC (NCL) | 13 years → max age: 40 years |
| PwBD — SC / ST | 15 years → max age: 42 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Period of service + 3 additional years (as per Government of India directives) |
| Victims of Riots | As per Government of India directives |
Training Stipend and Salary
All selected candidates undergo a one-year training period before being absorbed into regular service. During training, Diploma Trainees and Junior Officer Trainees are placed at the S0 pay scale with a basic pay of Rs. 24,000 per month, along with IDA, HRA, and perks at 12% of basic pay. Junior Technician Trainees (Survey) receive a basic pay of Rs. 21,000 per month under the W2 pay scale during training.
On successful completion of training, Diploma Trainees and Junior Officer Trainees are absorbed at the S1 level with an approximate annual CTC of Rs. 12.7 lakhs. Junior Technician Trainees are absorbed at the W3 level with an approximate annual CTC of Rs. 10.9 lakhs.
The regularised compensation package also includes Dearness Allowance, Performance Related Pay, cafeteria-based perquisites and allowances, company quarters or HRA, mobile and laptop reimbursement, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension, Leave Encashment, and Group Insurance. POWERGRID also provides House Building Advance and medical facilities for the employee and dependents.
Service Agreement Bond
Every selected candidate is required to execute a service agreement bond committing to serve POWERGRID for a minimum of three years after completing the training period. For Diploma Trainee and Junior Officer Trainee posts, the bond amount is Rs. 2,50,000 for General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates, and Rs. 1,25,000 for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. For the JTT Survey post, the bond amount is Rs. 1,25,000 for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 62,500 for SC/ST/PwBD.
Here is the Application Fee section in table format:
Application Fee
SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempt from paying any fee. All other candidates must pay a non-refundable fee online during the application window.
| Post | General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma Trainee — Electrical (DTE) | Rs. 300 | Nil |
| Diploma Trainee — Civil (DTC) | Rs. 300 | Nil |
| Diploma Trainee — Survey (DTS) | Rs. 300 | Nil |
| Junior Officer Trainee — HR (JOT HR) | Rs. 300 | Nil |
| Junior Officer Trainee — F&A (JOT F&A) | Rs. 300 | Nil |
| Junior Technician Trainee — Survey (JTT Survey) | Rs. 200 | Nil |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages. The first is a Computer Based Test, followed by a Computer Skill Test or Trade Test for specific posts, and finally a Pre-Employment Medical Examination.
Selection Process
All selected candidates go through up to three stages — a Computer Based Test, a Skill or Trade Test for specific posts, and a Pre-Employment Medical Examination.
Stage 1 — Computer Based Test (CBT)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Total Questions | 170 |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Negative Marking | −0.25 marks per wrong answer |
| Multiple Answers | Treated as wrong answer |
Exam Pattern:
| Part | Questions | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Part I — Technical / Professional Knowledge | 120 | Discipline-specific concepts — Electrical, Civil, Survey (for DTE, DTC, DTS, JTT Survey) or HR and F&A (for JOT HR and JOT F&A) |
| Part II — Aptitude Test | 50 | English vocabulary, verbal comprehension, quantitative aptitude, reasoning ability, data interpretation, and general awareness |
| Total | 170 | — |
CBT Qualifying Marks:
| Post Group | Category | Part I (Min.) | Part II (Min.) | Aggregate (Min.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT HR / JOT F&A | General / EWS | 30% | 30% | 40% |
| DTE / DTC / DTS / JOT HR / JOT F&A | Reserved (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwBD) | 25% | 25% | 30% |
| JTT Survey | General / EWS | — | — | 40% |
| JTT Survey | Reserved (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwBD) | — | — | 30% |
Stage 2 — Computer Skill Test (CST) / Trade Test
| Test Type | Applicable Posts | Nature | General / EWS Cut-Off | Reserved Category Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Skill Test (CST) | JOT HR, JOT F&A | Qualifying only — no marks added to merit | 50% | 40% |
| Trade Test | JTT Survey | Qualifying only — no marks added to merit | 40% | 30% |
Stage 3 — Pre-Employment Medical Examination
Candidates who clear the CBT and Stage 2 (wherever applicable) are issued an offer of appointment, subject to passing the Pre-Employment Medical Examination as per POWERGRID’s norms and standards of medical fitness. Full details of health standards are available in the careers section at www.powergrid.in.
Final Merit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Basis of final merit | CBT marks only (100% weightage) |
| CST / Trade Test weightage | Nil (qualifying in nature only) |
| Tie-breaking rule | The older candidate is ranked higher |
Exam Date
The official notification dated 17 April 2026 does not announce the CBT date. The exam will be conducted on a single day for all regions simultaneously. Candidates should regularly visit the official website at www.powergrid.in, particularly the careers section and the FAQ document made available there, for any updates regarding the exam schedule. All communication is sent through the registered email ID, SMS, and the candidate login portal only.
How to Apply
Visit the official POWERGRID website at www.powergrid.in and go to Career Section, then Job Opportunities, then Non-Executive Positions, and click on “Recruitment of Non-Executive Posts 2026.” Register using a valid personal email address, alternate email, and mobile number. Fill in the application form carefully, select your preferred region, and upload all required documents including your photograph, signature, date-of-birth proof, qualification mark sheets, and category certificates if applicable. Pay the application fee online if you are in a fee-paying category. Submit before 11 May 2026 at 11:59 PM and take a printout of the completed application.
Documents must be uploaded in the correct format and size as specified in the notification. Mobile-camera images that are blurry or not clearly legible will be rejected. Do not upload password-protected files.
Important Dates
The application portal opened on 20 April 2026 at 5:00 PM. The last date to submit your application and pay the fee online is 11 May 2026 at 11:59 PM. The age cut-off date is also 11 May 2026. The qualification cut-off date — the last date by which you must obtain your result — is 15 July 2026.
Contact
For any recruitment-related query, send an email to recruitment@powergrid.in. In the subject line, mention the post name, post ID, region, and subject matter in the format specified in the notification. No other form of correspondence will be entertained. All official updates will be published only at www.powergrid.in.
This article is based entirely on the official POWERGRID Advertisement No. CC/01/2026 dated 17 April 2026. Readers are advised to download and read the complete official notification from www.powergrid.in before applying.
