POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 188 Vacancies | Salary, Eligibility & Last Date
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 188 Posts Apply Online
A significant recruiting campaign for 188 apprentice posts across several locations has been announced by the Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID). For those who graduated within the last two years with an ITI, diploma, engineering degree, MBA, MSW, or BA, this is a fantastic chance.
Beginning on March 2, 2026, the online application procedure will end on March 11, 2026. After completing the required registration on the NATS/NAPS portals, candidates must apply online via the official POWERGRID website.
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POWERGRIDR recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Names | (ITI, Diploma, Graduate, HR, CSR, Rajbhasha) Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 188 |
| Application Period | 02 March 2026 to 11 March 2026 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Stipend | ₹13,500 to ₹20,000 per month |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 02 March 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 02 March 2026 |
| Online Application Ends | 11 March 2026 |
| Passing Period | 12.03.2024 to 11.03.2026 |
Region-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Region | State | Trade | Slots | State Total | Region Total |
| WR-II | Madhya Pradesh | ITI Electrician | 3 | 16 | 55 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 3 | ||||
| Diploma (Civil) | 2 | ||||
| Graduate (Electrical) | 3 | ||||
| Graduate (Civil) | 5 | ||||
| Gujarat | ITI Electrician | 4 | 39 | ||
| Diploma (Electrical) | 9 | ||||
| Diploma (Civil) | 8 | ||||
| Graduate (Electrical) | 8 | ||||
| Graduate (Civil) | 6 | ||||
| HR Executive | 2 | ||||
| CSR Executive | 1 | ||||
| Rajbhasha Assistant | 1 | ||||
| NR-I | Haryana | ITI Electrician | 4 | 24 | 93 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | 5 | ||||
| Diploma (Civil) | 5 | ||||
| Graduate (Electrical) | 7 | ||||
| Graduate (Civil) | 3 | ||||
| Uttar Pradesh | Diploma (Electrical) | 2 | 2 | ||
| Rajasthan | ITI Electrician | 5 | 27 | ||
| Diploma (Electrical) | 6 | ||||
| Diploma (Civil) | 5 | ||||
| Graduate (Electrical) | 8 | ||||
| Graduate (Civil) | 3 | ||||
| Rajasthan Projects | ITI Electrician | 6 | 40 | ||
| Diploma (Electrical) | 6 | ||||
| Diploma (Civil) | 8 | ||||
| Graduate (Electrical) | 14 | ||||
| Graduate (Civil) | 6 | ||||
| SR-II | Karnataka | Diploma (Electrical) | 3 | 3 | 15 |
| Tamil Nadu | Diploma (Electrical) | 6 | 12 | ||
| Graduate (Civil) | 1 | ||||
| ITI Electrician | 5 | ||||
| WR-I | Maharashtra | Graduate (Civil) | 1 | 7 | 25 |
| Diploma (Civil) | 6 | ||||
| Chhattisgarh | Graduate (Electrical) | 1 | 16 | ||
| Graduate (Civil) | 2 | ||||
| Diploma (Electrical) | 5 | ||||
| Diploma (Civil) | 6 | ||||
| ITI Electrician | 2 | ||||
| Madhya Pradesh | Diploma (Electrical) | 1 | 2 | ||
| ITI Electrician | 1 | ||||
| GRAND TOTAL | 188 |
Important: Please only apply to one state or region. Several applications will be turned down.
Trade-Specific Requirements & Stipend
| Trade | Qualification (Full-Time Regular) | Monthly Stipend |
| ITI Electrician | ITI in Electrician Trade | ₹13,500 |
| Diploma (Electrical/Civil) | Diploma in Electrical/Civil Engineering (3 years) | ₹15,000* |
| Graduate (Electrical/Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Civil Engineering (4 years) | ₹17,500* |
| HR Executive | MBA (HR) / PG Diploma in Personnel Management | ₹17,500 |
| CSR Executive | Master’s in Social Work (MSW) / Rural Development | ₹17,500 |
| Rajbhasha Assistant | B.A. (Hindi) with proficient English | ₹17,500 |
Note: Government DBT is included in the stipend indicated by (). If accommodations are not made, there will be an additional ₹2,500 HRA. The maximum monthly stipend is ₹20,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Citizenship: Indian
- Age: At least eighteen (as of March 11, 2026)
- Year of Passing: Within the last two years, from March 12, 2024, to March 11, 2026
- Qualification Type: Only standard full-time courses are approved. Online, correspondence, distance, and part-time modes are not acceptable.
- Experience: No more than one year’s worth of employment
- Candidates who have completed or are currently doing apprenticeship training elsewhere are not eligible.
Selection Process (No Written Exam)
| Stage | Process |
| Stage 1 | Application screening according to eligibility |
| Stage 2 | Merit-based shortlisting for document verification (1:5 ratio) |
| Stage 3 | Verification of the shortlisted candidates’ documents |
| Stage 4 | Final merit list preparation |
| Stage 5 | Engagement following police verification, a medical certificate, and a tri-partite contract |
- No interview or written test
- No TA/DA for the verification of documents
- Candidates that were shortlisted were notified by registered email.
How to Apply: Two-Step Process
| Candidate Category | Portal | Website |
| Engineering Degree/Diploma | NATS | nats.education.gov.in |
| ITI / HR / CSR / Rajbhasha | NAPS | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
Step 1: Register (Mandatory) on Government Portals
- 100% complete profile with all supporting documentation
- Please obtain your NATS/NAPS registration or enrollment number.
Step 2: Apply on POWERGRID Website
- Visit www.powergrid.in
- Go to Careers → Engagement of Apprentices
- Press the “Apply Online” button.
- Enter your NATS/NAPS registration number on the form.
- Choose just one trade or region.
- Send in by March 11, 2026.
No application fee.
Important Links
| ITI / HR / CSR / Rajbhasha Online Application | Click Here |
| Engineering Degree/Diploma Online Application | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of open positions?
WR-II (55), NR-I (93), SR-II (15), and WR-I (25), totaling 188 openings.
Q2. When is the application deadline?
March 11, 2026. There is just a ten-day window for applications.
Q3. Is there a cost to apply?
No. For all categories, the application process is entirely free.
Q4. How much is the stipend?
With an HRA of ₹2,500 and a stipend ranging from ₹13,500 to ₹17,500, the monthly maximum is ₹20,000.
Q5. What credentials are recognized?
B.E./B.Tech (Electrical/Civil), MBA (HR), MSW, ITI, or BA (Hindi) are all acceptable. Only regular, full-time courses from accredited institutions are approved.
Q6. What is the maximum age?
at least eighteen years old. Candidates must have passed the qualifying exam within the last two years (between 12.03.2024 and 11.03.2026), although there is no upper age limit.
Q7. Am I able to apply to more than one region?
No, only apply to one state or region. There will be a summary rejection of multiple applications.
Q8. Is the test written?
No, selection is made solely on the basis of merit following document verification.
Q9. Do I have to register for NATS or NAPS?
Yes, it is required. Apply on the POWERGRID website after registering on NATS (for degrees and diplomas) or NAPS (for ITI, HR, CSR, and Rajbhasha).
Q10. How long does the training last?
a year after the joining date.
Q11. Can students in their final year apply?
No. Applications are only accepted from applicants who have already passed and have their final grade reports.
Q12. What paperwork is required for the verification process?
Photographs, Aadhaar cards, caste certificates (if applicable), educational certificates, mark sheets, and NATS/NAPS registration are required for the verification process.
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