GRID India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 52 Posts
GRID India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has released the Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification for 52 vacancies in Electrical and Computer Science disciplines. Candidates with the required engineering qualification and who appear in the relevant GATE 2027 examination can apply for the recruitment. Selection will be based on GATE 2027 performance followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview. The detailed application schedule will be announced separately by GRID-INDIA after the GATE 2027 results.
Key Highlights
- Recruiting Organization: Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA)
- Advertisement Number: CC/26/2026
- Post Name: Executive Trainee
- Total Vacancies: 52
- Electrical Engineering Vacancies: 37
- Computer Science Vacancies: 15
- Recruitment Basis: GATE 2027
- Selection Process: GATE 2027, Group Discussion and Personal Interview
- Pay Scale: ₹50,000–₹1,60,000/-
- Notification Date: 16 September 2026
- Application Mode: Online
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | To Be Announced |
| Apply Last Date | To Be Announced |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | To Be Announced |
| GATE 2027 Exam Date | As per GATE 2027 Schedule |
| GRID-INDIA Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Result Date | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | To Be Announced |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM | To Be Announced |
The application fee details will be confirmed in the separate GRID-INDIA application notice. Candidates should check the official recruitment portal before making any payment.
Post Details and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Discipline | Vacancies | Required GATE Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Trainee | Electrical Engineering | 37 | GATE 2027 EE |
| Executive Trainee | Computer Science | 15 | GATE 2027 CS |
| Total | 52 | - | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering)/Integrated Dual Degree in the relevant discipline. |
| Minimum Marks | At least 65% marks or equivalent CGPA. |
| Electrical Discipline | Relevant Electrical Engineering qualification with GATE 2027 EE paper. |
| Computer Science Discipline | Relevant Computer Science qualification with GATE 2027 CS paper. |
| GATE Requirement | Valid GATE 2027 score in the relevant paper. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years as on 31 July 2027, subject to applicable relaxation. |
Documents Required to Fill Online/Offline Application
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Recent Passport-Size Photograph | Required as per prescribed specifications. |
| Signature | Scanned signature as per application specifications. |
| Educational Certificates | Degree and academic qualification documents. |
| Marksheets | Required educational marksheets/semester records. |
| GATE 2027 Details | GATE registration/score details as required. |
| Category Certificate | Required for candidates claiming applicable reservation benefits. |
| PwBD Certificate | Required where applicable. |
| Valid Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport or another accepted ID. |
Required Documents and Details
| Details / Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Candidate's Full Name | Personal identification and application record. |
| Date of Birth | Age verification. |
| Mobile Number | Application communication and updates. |
| Email Address | Registration and recruitment communication. |
| Permanent Address | Candidate information. |
| Educational Details | Verification of eligibility. |
| GATE 2027 Details | Shortlisting and recruitment processing. |
| Category Details | Reservation and applicable benefits. |
| Bank/Payment Details | Fee payment, if applicable. |
Maximum Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 28 Years |
| Reserved Categories | As per applicable Government of India rules |
| PwBD Candidates | As per applicable recruitment rules |
The age limit is calculated as on 31 July 2027. Candidates should refer to the official detailed notification for the exact category-wise age relaxation provisions.
Selection Process
- GATE 2027 Score
- Shortlisting
- Group Discussion
- Personal Interview
- Final Selection
Important FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 52 Executive Trainee vacancies, including 37 vacancies in Electrical Engineering and 15 vacancies in Computer Science.
2. What is the post name?
The post name is Executive Trainee.
3. Which GATE score is required for GRID-INDIA Executive Trainee Recruitment?
Candidates must appear in GATE 2027 in the relevant paper. GATE 2026 or earlier scores are not applicable for this recruitment.
4. What is the educational qualification?
Candidates should have a full-time B.E., B.Tech, B.Sc. (Engineering) or Integrated Dual Degree in the relevant discipline with at least 65% marks or equivalent CGPA.
5. What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 31 July 2027, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories.
6. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on the relevant GATE 2027 score followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
7. What is the salary for Executive Trainees?
The pay scale for the Executive Trainee post is ₹50,000–₹1,60,000/- under the E2 pay scale.
8. When will the online application start?
The GRID-INDIA application start date has not yet been announced. A separate application notice is expected after the GATE 2027 results.
9. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submitting the GRID-INDIA application has not yet been announced.
10. Is there any application fee?
The applicable application fee will be confirmed when GRID-INDIA releases the separate application notice.
11. Where can candidates download the recruitment notification?
Candidates can download the detailed recruitment notification from the official GRID-INDIA website and recruitment portal.
12. What is the application mode?
The application will be submitted online through the official GRID-INDIA recruitment portal when the application window opens.