PGCIL Diploma Trainee recruitment is a key entry point for technical diploma holders seeking stable careers in the power sector. Conducted by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, this exam opens doors to government jobs with long-term growth, professional development, and the prestige of working in a Maharatna PSU. Successful candidates often progress to supervisory and managerial roles. Importance of the PostPGCIL Diploma Trainee recruitment is a key entry point for technical diploma holders seeking stable careers in the power sector. Conducted by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, this exam opens doors to government jobs with long-term growth, professional development, and the prestige of working in a Maharatna PSU. Successful candidates often progress to supervisory and managerial roles. Importance of the Post
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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) is inviting applications for Diploma Trainee positions in 2026. Candidates can apply online for various technical and finance posts, including JOT (F&A) and JIT (Survey), until 11 May 2026. Eligibility criteria differ by post: Diploma holders with at least 70% marks for General, OBC (NCL), and EWS categories, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates only need to pass. Applicants with Inter CA, Inter CMA, Postgraduate Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, CA, or CMA qualifications are also eligible for certain posts. ITI (Surveyor) qualification is required for survey-related roles. The selection process typically involves a written test and/or interview. Candidates should carefully review the official notification for detailed eligibility and instructions before applying. Short Information
PGCIL Diploma Trainee 2026 Syllabus
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Topics
General Aptitude (15 marks, common)General Aptitude (15 marks, common)
Engineering Mathematics (common to most papers)Engineering Mathematics (common to most papers)
Linear algebra; Calculus; Differential equations; Complex variables; Probability & statistics; Numerical methods; Transform theory.Linear algebra; Calculus; Differential equations; Complex variables; Probability & statistics; Numerical methods; Transform theory.
Core Subject (CS / EE / ME / CE / EC / CH / IN / etc.)Core Subject (CS / EE / ME / CE / EC / CH / IN / etc.)
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Department
Recruitment notification issued by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited.Recruitment notification issued by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited.
Stage Level
Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.
Eligibility
Other Qualification
Candidates with Inter CA, Inter CMA, Postgraduate Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, CA, or CMA are eligible for finance-related posts. ITI (Surveyor) qualification is needed for survey positions.Candidates with Inter CA, Inter CMA, Postgraduate Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, CA, or CMA are eligible for finance-related posts. ITI (Surveyor) qualification is needed for survey positions.
Job Type
Permanent role offered for selected candidates.Permanent role offered for selected candidates.
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) is inviting applications for Diploma Trainee positions in 2026. Candidates can apply online for various technical and finance posts, including JOT (F&A) and JIT (Survey), until 11 May 2026. Eligibility criteria differ by post: Diploma holders with at least 70% marks for General, OBC (NCL), and EWS categories, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates only need to pass. Applicants with Inter CA, Inter CMA, Postgraduate Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, CA, or CMA qualifications are also eligible for certain posts. ITI (Surveyor) qualification is required for survey-related roles. The selection process typically involves a written test and/or interview. Candidates should carefully review the official notification for detailed eligibility and instructions before applying.
Branch-specific BTech-level syllabus. For CS — Digital Logic, Computer Organisation, Programming & Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating Systems, Databases, Computer Networks. For ME — Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering. Other branches mirror their BTech curricula.
Branch-specific BTech-level syllabus. For CS — Digital Logic, Computer Organisation, Programming & Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating Systems, Databases, Computer Networks. For ME — Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering. Other branches mirror their BTech curricula.
Industry / PSU Awareness (interview & group discussion stage)Industry / PSU Awareness (interview & group discussion stage)
Indian energy / heavy industry / oil & gas / steel / power sector overview; About the recruiting PSU — vision, products, business segments, financial performance, recent CSR activities; National policies relevant to the sector; Behavioural / situational questions.Indian energy / heavy industry / oil & gas / steel / power sector overview; About the recruiting PSU — vision, products, business segments, financial performance, recent CSR activities; National policies relevant to the sector; Behavioural / situational questions.
