New Delhi, September 2025: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central PSU under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has announced a massive recruitment drive for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
This initiative offers over 1500+ tentative vacancies for one-year apprenticeship training across its 12 regional establishments pan-India. This is a golden opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma holders to gain invaluable experience in a premier power sector organization.
📊 PowerGrid Apprentice 2025: At a Glance
| Organization | Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (POWERGRID) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Apprentice (Various Trades) |
| Number of Regions | 12 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500+ (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Dates | 15th September 2025 to 6th October 2025 |
| Eligibility | Passed in last 2 years (from Oct 6, 2023 to Oct 6, 2025) |
| Stipend | Up to ₹20,000 per month |
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
📍 Region-wise Opportunities & Detailed Advertisements
Aspiring candidates can apply to one region of their choice from the list below. Each region has released its own detailed advertisement with specific vacancies for trades like Graduate/Diploma Engineer (Electrical/Civil), ITI Electrician, HR, Law, Rajbhasha, and more.
| Sr. No. | POWERGRID Region | Covering States & Union Territories | Detailed Advertisement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Corporate Center, Gurugram | Haryana | Available on Portal |
| 2. | Northern Region – I, Faridabad | Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, UP, Uttarakhand | Download PDF (454 KB) |
| 3. | Northern Region – II, Jammu | J&K, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, HP, Ladakh | Download PDF (410 KB) |
| 4. | Northern Region – III, Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand | Download PDF (292 KB) |
| 5. | Eastern Region – I, Patna | Bihar, Jharkhand | Download PDF (366 KB) |
| 6. | Eastern Region – II, Kolkata | West Bengal, Sikkim | Download PDF (356 KB) |
| 7. | North Eastern Region, Shillong | All North Eastern States | Download PDF (347 KB) |
| 8. | Odisha Projects, Bhubaneswar | Odisha | Download PDF (311 KB) |
| 9. | Western Region – I, Nagpur | Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, MP, Goa | Download PDF (4.08 MB) |
| 10. | Western Region – II, Vadodara | Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh | Download PDF (998 KB) |
| 11. | Southern Region – I, Hyderabad | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana | Download PDF (329 KB) |
| 12. | Southern Region – II, Bangalore | Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala | Download PDF (338 KB) |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be an Indian Citizen.
- Age: Must be 18 years or above as on the application date.
- Qualification: Must possess the required full-time, regular Degree/Diploma/ITI certificate.
- Passing Year: Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination within the last two years from the closing date of application (i.e., between October 7, 2023, and October 6, 2025).
- Experience: Candidates with more than 1 year of job experience are not eligible.
🚫 Who is NOT Eligible?
- Candidates awaiting their final results.
- Those below 18 years of age.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training elsewhere.
- Candidates with more than one year of work experience.
🔄 How to Apply: A Simple Two-Step Process
Step 1: Government Portal Registration
- For ITI & Non-Engineering Graduates (HR, Law, etc.):
- Register on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- For Engineering Degree/Diploma Holders:
- Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal: nats.education.gov.in
- Complete your profile and obtain your Apprenticeship Registration Number.
Step 2: Apply on POWERGRID Website
- Visit the official POWERGRID website: www.powergrid.in
- Go to the ‘Careers’ section.
- Click on ‘Engagement of Apprentices’.
- Find the link: ‘Apply Online for Apprenticeship in POWERGRID – Click Here’.
- Select your desired region, fill in the form, and upload all necessary documents.
- There is NO application fee. The selection is based on merit; there is no written exam or interview.
⏰ Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 15th September 2025
- Application End Date: 6th October 2025
🔗 Important Links
- POWERGRID Official Website: www.powergrid.in
- NAPS Registration Portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- NATS Registration Portal: nats.education.gov.in
- Apply Online (After Registration): PowerGrid Apprentice Application
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Apply for ONE region only. Applications to multiple regions will be rejected.
- Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and valid.
- This is a training opportunity only. Successful completion of the apprenticeship does not entitle the candidate to a job in POWERGRID.
- Do not pay anyone. The entire application process is free of cost.
For the most accurate and updated information, always refer only to the official POWERGRID website and the detailed advertisement of your chosen region.
