POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been released for the engagement of Apprentices across all 10 Regional Headquarters of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, covering ITI Electrician, Diploma (Electrical/Civil), and Graduate (Electrical/Civil) trades. The online application link will be active from 25th August 2026 to 10th September 2026. Check complete details from the article.
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released separate notifications through its Regional Headquarters — Northern Region I, II & III, Eastern Region I & II, North Eastern Region, Western Region I & II, and Southern Region I & II — inviting online applications for Apprenticeship (One Year Duration) in ITI Electrician, Diploma (Electrical/Civil), and Graduate (Electrical/Civil) trades.
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Selection for POWERGRID Apprentices is made purely on merit derived from the marks obtained in the qualifying educational examination, followed by document verification — there is no written test or interview. Candidates must first register on the NAPS (for ITI Electrician) or NATS (for Diploma/Graduate trades) portal before applying on the POWERGRID website.
| Important Details | |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Name | ITI (Electrician), Diploma (Electrical), Diploma (Civil), Graduate (Electrical), Graduate (Civil) — Apprentice |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
| Total Vacancies | 270+ (across 10 Regional Headquarters) |
| Duration of Apprenticeship | One year (co-terminated, no extension) |
| Educational Qualification | ITI in Electrician Trade / Diploma in Electrical or Civil Engineering / B.E.-B.Tech-B.Sc.(Engg.) in Electrical or Civil Engineering (Full-time regular course only) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years as on the date of application |
| Passing Window | Result declared between 11.09.2024 and 10.09.2026 |
| Online Application Start | 25th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10th September 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee for any category) |
| Selection Process | Merit list based on qualifying marks + Document Verification (ratio 1:5) |
| Registration Portals | NAPS – apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (ITI) / NATS – nats.education.gov.in (Diploma & Graduate) |
Important Links
- POWERGRID Apprentice Regional Notifications
- POWERGRID Apprentice Online Application Portal
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Candidates holding an ITI, Diploma, or full-time Engineering Degree in Electrical or Civil disciplines are eligible to apply. The post-wise eligibility and stipend structure is given below.
Educational Qualification & Monthly Stipend
| Apprenticeship Trade | Qualification Required (Full-Time Regular Course) | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| ITI (Electrician) | ITI in Electrician Trade | ₹13,500 |
| Diploma (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (3-year course) | ₹15,000 (incl. DBT of ₹5,450) |
| Diploma (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering (3-year course) | ₹15,000 (incl. DBT of ₹5,450) |
| Graduate (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electrical Engineering (4-year course) | ₹17,500 (incl. DBT of ₹6,150) |
| Graduate (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil Engineering (4-year course) | ₹17,500 (incl. DBT of ₹6,150) |
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Age & Passing-Year Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years completed at the time of application |
| Passing Window | Result of final qualifying examination declared between 11.09.2024 and 10.09.2026 |
| Prior Apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship in any organization are not eligible |
| Work Experience | Candidates with more than 1 year of job experience are not eligible |
| Final-Year Candidates | Not eligible — candidates awaiting results of their final examination cannot apply |
POWERGRID Apprentice Apply Online 2026 Link
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website www.powergrid.in. Applications must be submitted online only — no other mode of application will be accepted. Before applying, candidates should keep the following ready:
- Apprenticeship Registration/Enrolment Number under NAPS or NATS (100% completed/updated profile)
- Scanned copies of educational certificates and mark sheets (clear and legible)
- Proof of age (Matriculation Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Passport, etc.)
- SC/ST/latest OBC(NCL) caste certificate, as applicable
- PwBD disability certificate/UDID card, where applicable
- Bank cancelled cheque or first page of passbook (Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled account)
- Recent colour passport-size photograph and signature
POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment Application Fee 2026
There is no application fee for the POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — the engagement process is entirely free of cost for all categories of candidates.
POWERGRID Apprentice Selection Process
Selection is merit- and document-based, with no written examination or interview:
- Applications are screened in merit order based on eligibility criteria and the qualifying marks of the prescribed educational qualification.
- Reservation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1992, amended from time to time.
- Candidates are called for document verification in merit order, in a ratio of 1:5 against the notified training slots. No TA/DA is paid for attending document verification.
- A final merit list is prepared from candidates found suitable at document verification.
- Selected candidates are engaged in merit order upon accepting the tri-partite apprenticeship contract on the NATS/NAPS portal, and after submitting a medical certificate and completing police verification.
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POWERGRID Apprenticeship Training Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | One year from date of joining (co-terminated; no extension permitted) |
| Accommodation | Shared bachelor accommodation, subject to availability; ₹2,500/month HRA if not provided |
| Casual Leave | 12 days (pro-rata) |
| Medical Leave | 15 days, on medical grounds |
| Employment Claim | No claim to regular employment with POWERGRID on completion of apprenticeship |
| Training Location | Assigned as per facility availability; may be changed for job rotation during training |
How to Apply Online for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The following is a step-by-step guide to complete your application before the deadline.
- Register on the relevant government portal first — NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) for ITI Electrician trade, or NATS (nats.education.gov.in) for Diploma/Graduate (Electrical or Civil) trades — and complete/update your profile with all required documents.
- Note down the NAPS/NATS registration/enrolment number generated after registration.
- Visit the official POWERGRID website — www.powergrid.in.
- Go to Careers → Engagement of Apprentices → Apply Online.
- Select your preferred region/state and trade, and fill in your personal, academic, and NAPS/NATS enrolment details accurately.
- Upload the required documents — photograph, signature, certificates, mark sheets, category/disability certificate (if applicable), and bank details.
- Review and submit the application — apply for only one region/state/trade, as multiple applications will be summarily rejected.
- Save/print the confirmation of your submitted application for future reference.
FAQs
Is there an application fee for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates.
Is a written exam or interview conducted for POWERGRID Apprentice selection?
No. Selection is based on merit derived from qualifying marks, followed by document verification — there is no written test or interview.
Can final-year students apply for POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No. Candidates awaiting the result of their final qualifying examination at the time of application are not eligible to apply.
What is the stipend for POWERGRID Apprentices?
Stipend ranges from ₹13,500 for ITI Electrician trainees to ₹17,500 (inclusive of DBT) for Graduate Engineering apprentices, with an additional ₹2,500/month where accommodation is not provided.
Can a candidate apply for more than one region under this recruitment?
No, candidates must apply for only one region/state/trade of their choice; multiple applications will be rejected.
What is the duration of the POWERGRID apprenticeship?
The apprenticeship is for a fixed duration of one year from the date of joining, with no extension permitted.