The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has announced the recruitment of Trainee Supervisors (Electrical). This recruitment is being carried out for POWERGRID Energy Services Limited (PESL), a 100% subsidiary of POWERGRID. If you are a bright and energetic Diploma Holder in Electrical Engineering, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest transmission utilities in the world.
About Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
POWERGRID is a key player in the power transmission business and is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and controlling the inter-state transmission system. It operates over 1,78,195 circuit kilometers of transmission lines and maintains 279 substations. The company transmits nearly 50% of the total power generated in India through its extensive network.
POWERGRID also launched POWERGRID Energy Services Limited (PESL), which has taken over several critical strategic projects, such as Solar PV Plants and Automated Metering Infrastructure. PESL is also involved in consultancy services and international projects in countries like Nepal.
Available Vacancies
POWERGRID is looking to recruit 70 Trainee Supervisors (Electrical). Below is the breakdown of vacancies based on reservation categories:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 30 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 7 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class – Non Creamy Layer) | 18 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 10 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 5 |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 3 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 7 |
| Disabled Ex-Servicemen | 3 |
Essential Qualifications for Trainee Supervisor (Electrical)
Candidates applying for the post of Trainee Supervisor (Electrical) must meet the following qualifications:
- Educational Requirement: Full-Time Diploma in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Power Engineering with a minimum of 70% marks (for General/OBC/EWS candidates). SC/ST/PwBD candidates only need passing marks.
- Age Limit: Upper age limit of 27 years as of 6th November 2024.
- Application Restrictions: Candidates with a higher technical qualification, such as B.Tech or M.Tech, are not eligible.
Pay Scale and Perks
- During the training period, selected candidates will receive a stipend in the pay scale of ₹24,000 – 3% – ₹1,08,000.
- Upon successful completion of the training, they will be appointed as Sub Jr. Engineer at the S0 level in the same pay scale.
- The compensation package includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Perks as per the company’s cafeteria approach. Other benefits include performance-based pay, provident fund, medical benefits, and terminal benefits like gratuity and pension.
Selection Process for Trainee Supervisor (Electrical)
The selection process for Trainee Supervisor (Electrical) will consist of the following stages:
- Written Test/Computer-Based Test (CBT):
- Total Duration: 2 hours
- The test will consist of 170 objective-type questions, with negative marking (1/4th mark) for wrong answers.
- Part-I: 120 questions based on Technical Knowledge in the relevant discipline.
- Part-II: 50 questions covering Aptitude, Reasoning, and Numerical Ability.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- UR/EWS: 30% in each part and 40% overall.
- Reserved Categories: 25% in each part and 30% overall.
- Empanelment: Based on the marks in the CBT, a merit list will be prepared, and candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:3 or 1:5 ratio based on the vacancies. The final selection will be based purely on the CBT performance.
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the health standards set by POWERGRID. The details of these standards can be found on their official website.
Key Relaxations and Concessions
- Age Relaxation: Candidates from reserved categories will receive relaxation in the upper age limit as follows:
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years (in addition to category-specific relaxation)
- Marks Relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD candidates are eligible with only passing marks in the required qualification.
- Reservation: Reservation for PwBD is applicable as per Government of India guidelines, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Process
To apply for the post of Trainee Supervisor (Electrical), candidates must follow these steps:
- Online Registration: Candidates must apply through the online registration system available on POWERGRID’s official website.
- Application Fee: ₹300 for General/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates are exempted.
- Important Dates:
- Online Application Starts: 16th October 2024
- Online Application Ends: 6th November 2024
- Written Test: Expected in December 2024/January 2025
Test Centers
Candidates can choose from various test centers across major cities such as Delhi NCR, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Bhopal, Bangalore, and others. The exact test venue and date will be communicated through the official website and admit card.
Service Agreement Bond
Selected candidates will be required to sign a Service Agreement Bond to serve PESL for a minimum period of 3 years after successfully completing the training period. The bond value is ₹2,50,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹1,25,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Why Apply for POWERGRID Energy Services Limited (PESL)?
Working with POWERGRID and its subsidiary PESL offers excellent growth opportunities. PESL is engaged in cutting-edge projects like Solar Power Plants and Smart Metering. The company is aligned with the Government of India’s mission to provide 24×7 electricity with increased renewable energy penetration. Moreover, PESL provides a comprehensive salary package, medical benefits, and other perks.
Don’t miss this opportunity to work with a Maharatna company that leads the power transmission sector in India. Apply now and be part of India’s growing energy sector.