Power Grid Corporation of India Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2025–26 – Apply Online (One-Year Training)

The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has released an official notification for Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for various regions across India including Southern Region-II (SR-II), Northern Region-I (NR-I), Western Region-I (WR-I), and WRTS-II.

Eligible candidates can apply online from 02 March 2026 to 11 March 2026 through the official website.

This is an excellent opportunity for ITI, Diploma, Engineering Graduates, MBA (HR), MSW, and Hindi Graduates to gain one-year apprenticeship training in a Maharatna PSU.

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Important Dates

• Starting Date to Apply Online: 02 March 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: 11 March 2026

• Apprenticeship Duration: 1 Year

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Organization Details

• Organization Name: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)

• Advertisement No.: Apprenticeship/2025-26/SR-II/02

• Training Type: Apprenticeship (1 Year)

• Job Location: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat

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Total Vacancies

POWERGRID has announced 180+ tentative apprenticeship training slots across multiple states and trades. The number of seats may vary as per company requirements and reservation norms under the Apprentice Act 1961.

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Post Wise Qualification & Stipend

Trade	Qualification	Monthly Stipend
ITI Electrician	ITI in Electrician Trade	₹13,500
Diploma (Electrical)	3-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering	₹15,000 (Incl. ₹4,000 DBT)
Diploma (Civil)	3-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering	₹15,000
Graduate (Electrical)	B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) Electrical	₹17,500 (Incl. ₹4,500 DBT)
Graduate (Civil)	B.E./B.Tech Civil	₹17,500
HR Executive	MBA (HR) / PGDM (HR/PM/IR)	₹17,500
CSR Executive	MSW / Rural Development	₹17,500
Rajbhasha Assistant	B.A. (Hindi) with English knowledge	₹17,500

Additional ₹2,500 per month will be paid if company accommodation is not provided.

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Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must:

• Be 18 years or above

• Be an Indian citizen

• Have passed qualification within 2 years (12.03.2024 – 11.03.2026)

• Possess full-time regular qualification (No distance/part-time mode)

• Not have completed apprenticeship earlier

• Not have more than 1 year job experience

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Training Locations (State Wise)

Southern Region-II

• Karnataka: Tumkur, Narendra

• Tamil Nadu: Pugalur, Karur, Hosur, Salem, Madurai, Sriperumbudur

Northern Region-I

• Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan (Various substations & projects)

Western Region-I

• Maharashtra: Pune, Mumbai, Nagpur, Kolhapur

• Chhattisgarh: Raipur, Korba, Bilaspur

• Madhya Pradesh: Seoni

WRTS-II

• Madhya Pradesh & Gujarat (Indore, Bhopal, Vadodara, Navsari, Bhuj, etc.)

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Application Process – Step by Step

Step 1: Register on Portal

• ITI Candidates → Register on NAPS portal

• Diploma/Graduate Candidates → Register on NATS portal

Step 2: Apply on POWERGRID Website

• Visit official website

• Go to Careers → Engagement of Apprentices → Apply Online

• Submit application before 11 March 2026

No application fee
No written exam
No interview

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Required Documents

• NATS/NAPS Registration Number

• Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets

• Aadhaar Card

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• DBT-enabled Bank Account Proof

• Passport Size Photograph & Signature

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Selection Process

1. Merit-based Shortlisting

2. Document Verification (1:5 Ratio)

3. Final Merit List

4. Signing Apprenticeship Contract

5. Medical Certificate & Police Verification

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Facilities & Benefits

• Monthly Stipend up to ₹17,500

• Government DBT Support

• Shared Accommodation (Subject to availability)

• ₹2,500 HRA if no accommodation

• 12 Casual Leaves

• 15 Medical Leaves

• Industrial Exposure in Maharatna PSU

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Important Instructions

• Apply for only one state/region

• Multiple applications will lead to rejection

• No claim for permanent employment after completion

• Apprenticeship duration is strictly 1 year

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Official Website

Candidates can apply through the official POWERGRID website:
https://www.powergrid.in

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Why Apply for POWERGRID Apprenticeship 2026?

• Work with a Maharatna PSU

• Attractive stipend with DBT benefit

• Hands-on industry experience

• Career growth opportunity in the power transmission sector

Important Links

• NATS Portal (Degree/Diploma Engineering): Click here
• NAPS Portal (ITI/HR/CSR/Rajbhasha): Click here
• Official Notification PDF (Southern Region-II): Click here
• Official Notification PDF(Northern Region –I): Click here
• Official Notification PDF (Western Region - I): Click here
• Official Notification PDF (Western Region - II): Click here
• Official Website: Click here 

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Final Words

The POWERGRID Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for fresh ITI, Diploma, and Engineering graduates to gain practical training in India's leading power transmission company.

Interested candidates should apply before 11 March 2026 to avoid last-minute rush.

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