POWERGRID Recruitment 2024 – Officer Trainee Posts

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, invites applications for Officer Trainee posts in various disciplines. The recruitment is based on the UGC NET December 2024 scores. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the recruitment process.

Recruitment Overview

Parameter	Details
Organization	Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
Post	Officer Trainee
Total Vacancies	73
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	Based on UGC NET December 2024 scores, GD, Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination
Application Fee	₹500 (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates exempted)
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	Click Here

Vacancy Details

Post	Vacancies
Officer Trainee (Environment Management)	14
Officer Trainee (Social Management)	15
Officer Trainee (HR)	35
Officer Trainee (Public Relations)	7
Total	73

Category-Wise Distribution

Category	UR	SC	ST	OBC (NCL)	EWS	Total
Environment Management	8	1	1	3	1	14
Social Management	7	2	1	4	1	15
HR	15	5	3	9	3	35
Public Relations	4	1	—	2	—	7
Total	34	9	5	18	5	73

PwBD Reservation Details

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for horizontal reservation in specific subcategories identified as suitable for each post. Below are the PwBD vacancies and their respective categories:

Post	PwBD Vacancies	PwBD Subcategories
Officer Trainee (Environment Management)	1 HI	HI (Hearing Impaired): Includes Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Officer Trainee (Social Management)	1 HI	HI (Hearing Impaired): Includes Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Officer Trainee (HR)	1 HI, 1 VI	HI (Hearing Impaired): Includes Deaf and Hard of HearingVI (Visually Impaired): Includes Blind and Low Vision
Officer Trainee (Public Relations)	—	Not applicable

Important Dates

Event	Date
Start Date for POWERGRID Online Application	4th December 2024 (5:00 PM)
Last Date for POWERGRID Online Application	24th December 2024 (11:59 PM)
Cut-off Date for Eligibility Criteria	24th December 2024

Eligibility Criteria

Citizenship Requirements

• Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.

Educational Qualifications

Post	Qualification
Officer Trainee (Environment Management)	Master’s degree in Environmental Science/Natural Resource Management/Environmental Engineering or equivalent with First Class.
Officer Trainee (Social Management)	Master’s degree in Social Work with First Class.
Officer Trainee (HR)	Postgraduate degree/diploma/MBA in HR/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations or related fields with at least 60% marks.
Officer Trainee (Public Relations)	Graduate with a PG degree/diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, or Public Relations with 60% marks.

Age Limit

Category	Upper Age Limit	Age Relaxation
General/UR	28 years as of 24.12.2024	NIL
OBC (NCL)	28 years	+3 years
SC/ST	28 years	+5 years
PwBD	28 years	+10 years
Ex-Servicemen	As per GOI norms	Deduction of service period +3 years
Jammu & Kashmir Migrants	28 years	+5 years

Salary Structure

Stage	Details
Compensation During Training	Basic Pay of ₹40,000 per month, along with IDA, HRA, and perks @ 12% of basic pay during the training period. Approximate CTC: ₹10.70 lakhs per annum.
Designation on Completion	Officer at E-2 level in Executive Cadre.
Post-Training Compensation	Basic Pay: ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 (IDA) with additional benefits like Dearness Allowance, Perquisites and Allowance as per cafeteria approach, and Performance-Related Pay (PRP).
Approximate CTC	During Training: ₹10.70 lakhs per annumAfter Training: ₹21.40 lakhs per annum (varies by posting location and other conditions).
Benefits on Regularization	Includes Company Leased Accommodation/Quarters or HRA, reimbursement for conveyance, mobile facility, and laptop facility. Other benefits include PF, Gratuity, Pension, Leave Encashment, Group Insurance, and medical coverage for self and dependents. Additional perks like Group Personal Accident Insurance and subsidized Short- and Long-term Loans (e.g., House Building Advance) are provided.

Service Agreement Bond  

Candidates must execute a bond to complete the training period and serve the organization for at least 3 years. Bond Amount: ₹5,00,000 for General/OBC (NCL)/EWS candidates and ₹2,50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, plus applicable taxes.

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How to Apply

Candidates interested in POWERGRID’s Officer Trainee positions must follow a two-stage application process

Step 1: Register for UGC NET December 2024

1. Visit the official UGC NET Portal.
2. Register online and complete the application for UGC NET December 2024 in the relevant subject:
   • HR: Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations (Code 55)
   • Environment Management: Environment Science (Code 89)
   • Social Management: Social Work (Code 10)
   • Public Relations: Mass Communication and Journalism (Code 63)
3. Apply and pay the requisite fee for UGC NET (last date: 10th December 2024).
4. Download the UGC NET admit card and retain the roll number, application form, and attendance slip for the POWERGRID application process.

Step 2: Apply for POWERGRID Officer Trainee Recruitment

1. Visit the POWERGRID Career Portal:
   Go to the official POWERGRID website of PowerGrid and navigate to the “Careers” section.
2. Online Registration:
   • Complete the registration process by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
   • Login with the credentials received and fill out the online application form.
3. Enter UGC NET Details:
   • Input your UGC NET application number and roll number as printed on the UGC NET admit card.
4. Upload Required Documents:
   • Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG, max 50 KB).
   • Signature in blue/black ink (JPEG, max 50 KB).
   • Educational certificates and mark sheets (PDF, max 10 MB).
   • Caste certificate/EWS certificate (if applicable, PDF, max 3 MB).
   • Disability certificate for PwBD candidates (if applicable, PDF, max 3 MB).
   • Proof of fee payment (e-receipt).
5. Pay the Application Fee:
   • Pay ₹500 (for General/OBC/EWS candidates) via SBI Collect.
   • SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates are exempt from the application fee.
   • Retain the e-receipt as proof of payment.
6. Submit the Application:
   • Verify all details carefully before submitting the form.
   • After submission, download and print the completed application form for future reference.

Important Points to Remember

• Ensure that the email ID and mobile number provided remain active for at least one year, as all communication regarding the recruitment will be sent to these.
• Only one application per candidate is allowed. Multiple submissions may lead to disqualification.
• Keep copies of all uploaded documents ready for verification during the selection process.
• Incomplete applications or those without valid UGC NET details will be rejected.

For any queries, candidates can contact POWERGRID at their official recruitment email: recruitment@powergrid.in.

Selection Process

The selection process for POWERGRID’s Officer Trainee recruitment comprises multiple stages. Each stage is designed to evaluate candidates on relevant parameters to ensure the selection of the most competent professionals.

1. UGC NET December 2024 Score

• Candidates must appear for the UGC NET December 2024 in the relevant subject:
  • HR: Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations (Code 55)
  • Environment Management: Environment Science (Code 89)
  • Social Management: Social Work (Code 10)
  • Public Relations: Mass Communication and Journalism (Code 63)
• Only those who qualify in the UGC NET December 2024 as per the standards set by the UGC will be eligible for the next stages.

2. Shortlisting for GD and Interview

• Eligible candidates will be shortlisted category-wise based on their UGC NET scores.
• The ratio for shortlisting candidates will depend on the number of vacancies and is decided by POWERGRID management.

3. Group Discussion (GD)

• Shortlisted candidates will participate in a Group Discussion to assess their communication skills, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
• The GD stage will not have any qualifying marks but contributes 3% weightage to the final selection score.

4. Personal Interview

• Candidates who qualify for the GD will be called for a Personal Interview to assess their subject knowledge, problem-solving skills, and suitability for the role.
• The Personal Interview carries 12% weightage in the final selection score.
• The minimum qualifying marks for the interview are:
  • UR/EWS Vacancies: 40%
  • Reserved Vacancies (SC/ST/OBC): 30%

5. Document Verification and Medical Examination

• Candidates shortlisted after the interview will undergo Document Verification to ensure that all eligibility criteria and documents are met.
• A Pre-Employment Medical Examination will be conducted as per POWERGRID’s health standards.

Weightage for Final Selection

Parameter	Weightage
UGC NET December 2024 Score	85%
Group Discussion	3%
Personal Interview	12%

Additional Notes

• The final merit list will be prepared based on the cumulative score of all stages.
• Candidates will be empaneled for the available vacancies in both POWERGRID and CTUIL (if applicable).
• Selected candidates will be offered a role in their preferred organization (POWERGRID or CTUIL) based on merit, availability of vacancies, and preference indicated during application.

Key Instructions for the Selection Process

• Candidates must carry all original documents during Document Verification and interviews.
• Shortlisted candidates for the GD and interview will receive their call letters via email and the POWERGRID candidate portal.
• Candidates must qualify in the interview stage to be considered for final selection.

By following these stages, POWERGRID ensures a transparent and merit-based recruitment process for its Officer Trainee posts.

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Conclusion

POWERGRID Recruitment 2024 offers a unique opportunity for professionals to join a prestigious PSU. Candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria, prepare thoroughly for UGC NET, and ensure all application details are accurate.

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