Organization | Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) |
Advertisement No. | CC/26/2026 |
Advertisement Date | 16.09.2026 |
Post Name | Executive Trainee (Electrical / Computer Science) |
Total Vacancies | 52 Posts |
Qualifying Exam | GATE 2027 |
Job Location | Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Guwahati, Shillong (and other GRID-INDIA locations, India and abroad) |
Application Mode | Online |
Registered Office | B-9, 1st Floor, Qutab Institutional Area, Katwaria Sarai, New Delhi–110016 |
Official Website |
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Advertisement Date | 16/09/2026 |
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Vacancy 2026 Details
Here, you can find the position wise vacancies detail of each position open under GRID India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification. You can find here the number of vacancies, qualification, age limit and pay scale. The complete eligibility criteria of each position open under GRID INDIA is given below.
Executive Trainee (Electrical)
No. of Vacancies: 37 (UR-16, OBC(NCL)-10, SC-6, ST-2, EWS-3, PwBD-3*)
Qualification: Full Time Regular B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc(Engg.)/IDD in Electrical/Electrical(Power)/Electrical and Electronics/Power Systems Engineering/Power Engineering(Electrical) with min. 65% marks; GATE-2027 in Electrical Engineering (EE)
Age Limit: 28 years as on 31.07.2027 (Relaxation: OBC-NCL 3 yrs, SC/ST 5 yrs, PwBD 10 yrs over category relaxation)
Pay Scale: ₹50,000-1,60,000/- IDA (E2 Level) during training; regularized at E2 level post training
Executive Trainee (Computer Science)
No. of Vacancies: 15 (UR-7, OBC(NCL)-4, SC-2, ST-1, EWS-1, PwBD-1*)
Qualification: Full Time Regular B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc(Engg.)/IDD in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Information Technology with min. 65% marks; GATE-2027 in Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)
Age Limit: 28 years as on 31.07.2027 (Relaxation: OBC-NCL 3 yrs, SC/ST 5 yrs, PwBD 10 yrs over category relaxation)
Pay Scale: ₹50,000-1,60,000/- IDA (E2 Level) during training; regularized at E2 level post training
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Eligibility Criteria 2026
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee eligibility 2026 requires candidates to qualify GATE 2027 in the corresponding paper and hold the prescribed engineering qualification.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee GATE 2027 Requirement
Post Name | Corresponding GATE 2027 Paper |
|---|---|
Executive Trainee (Electrical) | Electrical Engineering (EE) |
Executive Trainee (Computer Science) | Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) |
Candidates must appear in the corresponding GATE 2027 paper and qualify as per the qualifying marks declared by the GATE 2027 Organizing Institute. Details on qualifying marks for all categories are available at https://gate2027.iitm.ac.in. Only the GATE 2027 score (normalized marks out of 100) is valid for this recruitment; GATE scores of 2026 or prior are not valid.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Qualification
Post Name | Course | Discipline | Percentage of Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
Executive Trainee (Electrical) | Full Time Regular Course in B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/IDD (Integrated Dual Degree) from a recognized University/Institute | Electrical/Electrical (Power)/Electrical and Electronics/Power Systems Engineering/Power Engineering (Electrical) | Minimum 65% or Equivalent CGPA |
Executive Trainee (Computer Science) | Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Information Technology |
Final Year/Semester students who expect their final results by 14.08.2027 are also eligible, provided they have obtained 65% marks or equivalent CGPA in aggregate of all semesters/years up to the pre-final examination in their bachelor's degree/IDD.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Age Limit 2026
The upper age limit is 28 years as on 31.07.2027 (candidates should have been born on or after 01.08.1999). Only Indian Nationals of age 18 years or above are eligible to apply for GRID-INDIA.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Age Relaxation
Category | Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
OBC-NCL | 3 years (for posts reserved for the respective category) |
SC/ST | 5 years (for posts reserved for the respective category) |
PwBD | 10 years over and above category relaxation |
Ex-Servicemen/Victims of riots | As per Government of India directives |
Relaxation in qualifying marks for essential qualification is also available for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, whose qualifying marks are relaxed to pass marks for posts reserved for their respective category. Reservation, relaxation, and concession for OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Victims of riots shall be as per Government of India directives, and are subject to submission of the relevant certificate in the prescribed format at the time of interview. Persons suffering from not less than 40% of the relevant benchmark disability shall only be eligible for the PwBD benefit.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be placed at E2 level in the pay scale of Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000/- IDA for a period of one year during On-The-Job Training (OJT), along with other applicable allowances and benefits. Upon successful completion of training, Executive Trainees will be regularized at E2 level in the same pay scale of Rs. 50,000 – 1,60,000/- IDA. The training period may be extended based on performance evaluation or at the discretion of the Management.
Upon regularization, the compensation package will also include Performance Related Pay, Company Leased Accommodation/Company Quarters or HRA, reimbursement of monthly conveyance expenditure, mobile facility, Group Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, PF, Gratuity, Pension, Leave encashment, and other allowances and benefits as applicable. The Corporation also offers short and long-term Loans & Advances, including House Building Advance, and medical facilities for self and dependents.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Service Agreement Bond
Selected Executive Trainees must execute a service agreement bond to successfully complete the prescribed training period and thereafter serve the organization for at least three years. The bond amount is Rs. 5,00,000/- for General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and Rs. 2,50,000/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Application Fee 2026
Here is the complete information about GRID India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.
Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
General/OBC-NCL/EWS | Rs. 500/- |
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Departmental | Exempted |
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Selection Process 2026
The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of GRID India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.
Selection Procedure:
Stage 1 – GATE-2027: Candidates must qualify in the corresponding GATE-2027 paper (EE for Electrical / CS for Computer Science). Only GATE-2027 normalized marks (out of 100) are valid.
Stage 2 – Shortlisting: Qualified candidates are shortlisted category-wise for Group Discussion & Personal Interview based on normalized GATE-2027 marks.
Stage 3 – Behavioral Assessment (if applicable): Shortlisted candidates may undergo Behavioral Assessment. Results used only as input during interview; no qualifying marks.
Stage 4 – Group Discussion (GD): No qualifying marks for GD. Weightage: 3%.
Stage 5 – Personal Interview (PI): Mandatory to qualify. Qualifying %: UR/EWS – 40%; OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD – 30%. Weightage: 12%.
Final Score Weightage: GATE-2027 Marks – 85%, Group Discussion – 3%, Personal Interview – 12%.
Empanelment: Based on category-wise merit of final score. Appointment subject to Pre-Employment Medical Examination.
How to Apply for GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
Here is the complete procedure to apply for GRID India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.
The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.
Candidates must appear and qualify in the Electrical Engineering (EE) paper or Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) paper of GATE-2027.
Application window for GRID-INDIA shall be opened after declaration of GATE-2027 results. A separate notification shall be issued on GRID-INDIA website.
Candidates have to register themselves online at GRID-INDIA website (https://grid-india.in) with details of their GATE-2027 Application Number, GATE-2027 Registration Number, GATE-2027 Score and other required information.
Login to candidate login section and deposit non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- through online mode only.
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Departmental candidates are exempted from payment of application fees.
Only on submission of application fees, application process will be treated as complete.
Candidates are not required to send any hard copy of application to GRID-INDIA.
Incomplete applications/applications without application fees (if applicable) will be rejected.
Candidates are required to show their GATE-2027 application form, GATE-2027 Admit card and GATE-2027 Score card for verification at the time of Group Discussion/Personal Interview/Joining.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions
Only Indian Nationals of age 18 years or above are eligible to apply for GRID-INDIA.
Essential qualification must be recognized in India and obtained from a recognized Institution or University.
Candidates have the option of appearing in English or Hindi for GD/Interview.
Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India and Abroad as per organizational requirement; no request for change in posting will be entertained for the first 5 years from the date of joining. Only candidates willing to serve at all GRID-INDIA locations should apply.
Where CGPA/OGPA/DGPA or a Letter Grade is awarded, its equivalent percentage of marks must be indicated as per the norms adopted by the University/Institute; if no conversion scheme exists, equivalence is established by dividing the CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying by 100.
Candidates working in Government Organizations/PSUs must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview. Those unable to route their application through proper channel or produce an NOC must submit a declaration agreeing to forego carry-forward of leave, gratuity, etc., and produce a Final Relieving Letter at the time of joining.
Candidates claiming OBC-NCL reservation should belong to the OBC non-creamy layer as on the last date of online submission of application.
For any queries, contact recruitment@grid-india.in; candidates should add this email to their address book to avoid communication gaps. No correspondence on any other email or social media will be entertained.
Legal jurisdiction for any cause or dispute will be NCT of Delhi.
Mere appearance in GATE 2027 or submission of application to GRID-INDIA does not guarantee adequacy of candidature for further selection.
Candidature is liable to be rejected at any stage if information provided is found false, misleading, or not in conformity with the notified eligibility criteria.
Candidates already working in GRID-INDIA are advised to refer to the Internal Circular before filling up the application.
The Management reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify, or alter the recruitment/selection process, and to raise minimum eligibility standards or conduct a screening test, without further notice.
GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here