Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA), a vital enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has officially released the recruitment notification for Executive Trainee (Electrical / Computer Science) positions for the year 2026 under advertisement number CC/26/2026. This recruitment drive offers 52 vacancies for talented, energetic engineering graduates aspiring to build a prestigious career in the Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSE) power sector.
Selection for these regular executive positions will be conducted through the GATE 2027 examination score, followed by a behavioral assessment, group discussion, and personal interview. Eligible candidates are advised to review the comprehensive notification details, eligibility parameters, and application guidelines below.
Eligibility & Age Criteria
Candidates must fulfill specific academic qualifications and age parameters established by GRID-INDIA to qualify for the Executive Trainee positions.
Educational Qualifications
- Required Degree: Full Time Regular Course in B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engg.) / IDD from a recognized University or Institute.
- Eligible Disciplines: Electrical, Electrical (Power), Electrical and Electronics, Power Systems Engineering, Power Engineering (Electrical), or Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology.
- Minimum Marks: Candidates must have secured a minimum of 65% marks or equivalent CGPA in their qualifying degree.
Age Limit & Cutoff
- Upper Age Limit: 28 years as on 31.07.2027 (Candidates must have been born on or after 01.08.1999).
- Age Relaxations: Permissible category-wise relaxations apply over and above the baseline limit:
- OBC-NCL Candidates: 3 years relaxation
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 years relaxation
- PwBD Candidates: 10 years relaxation (cumulative with category rules)
Remuneration & Service Benefits
Selected candidates will undergo rigorous On-The-Job Training as Executive Trainees in the E2 Level. Upon successful completion of training, they will be regularized in the same pay scale.
- Pay Scale: Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000/- IDA (E2 Level).
- Entry Basic Pay: Rs. 50,000/- per month during training and upon absorption.
- Allowances & Benefits: In addition to basic pay, employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), perquisites and allowances under cafeteria approach, HRA or company-leased accommodation, medical facilities, performance-related pay, leave encashment, and terminal benefits such as Provident Fund and Gratuity.
Selection Methodology & Exam Pattern
The recruitment process is multi-staged and heavily relies on national-level engineering aptitude followed by executive evaluation:
- Stage 1 (GATE 2027 Examination): Candidates must appear in the corresponding GATE 2027 paper (Electrical Engineering [EE] or Computer Science and Information Technology [CS]). Note that GATE scores of 2026 or prior are invalid.
- Stage 2 (Shortlisting): Shortlisting of candidates for further rounds is based on normalized marks obtained in GATE 2027.
- Stage 3 (Behavioral Assessment, Group Discussion & Personal Interview): Shortlisted candidates must participate in a Behavioral Assessment, a mandatory Group Discussion (3% weightage), and a Personal Interview (12% weightage). GATE score carries 85% weightage in the final merit calculation.
- Stage 4 (Medical Examination): Final selection is contingent upon clearing the pre-employment medical examination prescribed by GRID-INDIA.
Selection Weightage Breakdown: GATE 2027 Normalized Score: 85% | Group Discussion: 3% | Personal Interview: 12%. Behavioral assessment serves as an analytical input during the interview panel interaction.
Category-Wise Application Fee
Application fee payment must be completed online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
Step-by-Step Practical Application Guide
Because applications are processed digitally in coordination with GATE 2027 results, applicants should carefully follow these procedural steps:
- Step 1: Register for and successfully appear in the corresponding GATE 2027 paper (EE or CS).
- Step 2: Wait for the declaration of GATE 2027 results and the subsequent activation of the online application portal on the official GRID-INDIA website.
- Step 3: Access the career section, log in using your GATE 2027 registration credentials, and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational data.
- Step 4: Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- online (exempted for SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates).
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates in prescribed dimensions.
- Step 6: Submit the final form and retain a printout of the confirmation page for future selection stages.
Essential Documents Checklist
Candidates must keep the following documents ready for verification during the selection phases:
- GATE 2027 Score Card and Admit Card
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License)
- Educational Certificates & Marksheets (Degree certificate, final semester marksheets, or provisional degree)
- Caste / Category Certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, or PwBD certificate in the prescribed Central Government format, if applicable)
- Recent Passport-Sized Color Photographs
Candidate Advisory & Crucial Precautions
To avoid rejection of candidature, applicants must keep the following warnings in mind:
- Ensure that your GATE discipline precisely corresponds to the post requirements for Electrical or Computer Science engineering.
- Scores from GATE examinations conducted prior to 2027 will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- Verify that scanned images of your photograph and signature meet the exact dimension and file-size guidelines specified in the detailed notification.
- Incomplete submissions or applications unaccompanied by the required application fee will be summarily rejected.
For further details, candidates can review the official Notification PDF directly.
