Question 1

What is the recruitment process for the Trainee Engineer (Electrical) post?

Accepted Answer

The recruitment process includes: 
1. Valid score in GATE 2024 (EE paper).
2. Behavioural Assessment.
3. Group Discussion (GD).
4. Personal Interview (PI).

Question 2

What is the last date to apply?

Accepted Answer

The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee is 06.11.2024 (23:59 Hrs).

Question 3

What is the age limit to apply?

Accepted Answer

The upper age limit is 28 years as of 06.11.2024.

Question 4

What is the pay scale for the Trainee Engineer (Electrical) position?

Accepted Answer

During the training period, the pay scale is ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000. Upon regularization, candidates will be appointed as Assistant Engineers in the same pay scale.

Question 5

How will the final selection be made?

Accepted Answer

The final score for selection is based on: 
1. GATE 2024 Marks: 85%.
2. Group Discussion: 3%.
3. Personal Interview: 12%.

Question 6

Is there an application fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the application fee is ₹500, except for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/DESM candidates, who are exempt from the fee.

Question 7

What are the benefits offered by POWERGRID?

Accepted Answer

Benefits include basic pay, Dearness Allowance, HRA, Perquisites, Medical facilities, Conveyance Allowance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Group Insurance, and more.

Question 8

How can I apply?

Accepted Answer

Eligible candidates must apply online through the POWERGRID website by providing their GATE-2024 Application and Registration Numbers, along with other required details.

Engineer Trainee (Electrical)

POWERGRID Electrical Engineer Trainee Recruitment via GATE