PGCIL Recruitment 2025: Apply for 1543 Field Engineer & Field Supervisor Posts

The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL), a ‘Maharatna’ Public Sector Undertaking and India’s largest electric power transmission utility, has released a massive recruitment notification for the posts of Field Engineer and Field Supervisor. This is a premier opportunity for engineering graduates and diploma holders to build a career in the core power sector. A total of 1543 vacancies are available across various disciplines.

The application process is completely online, and the last date to apply is 17th September 2025. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.

PGCIL Recruitment 2025: Key Details at a Glance

For a quick overview of the recruitment drive, refer to the table below:

Aspect	Details
Organization	Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (PGCIL)
Post Names	Field Engineer, Field Supervisor
Total Vacancies	1543
Application Mode	Online
Application Dates	27th August 2025 to 17th September 2025
Eligibility	B.Tech/B.E (for Engineer), Diploma (for Supervisor)
Age Limit	Max: 29 Years (As on 17-09-2025)
Selection Process	Based on GATE 2024/2025 Score or Written Test
Application Fee	Engineer: ₹400 • Supervisor: ₹300 • SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-S: Nil
Salary	₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000 per month (CTC)
Job Location	Across PGCIL Projects in India
Official Website	PGCIL Careers

Detailed Post-Wise Vacancy & Eligibility

The breakdown of vacancies, required qualifications, and fees is as follows:

Post Name	No. of Posts	Educational Qualification	Application Fee
Field Engineer (Electrical)	532	Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg) in Electrical with min. 55% marks	₹400
Field Engineer (Civil)	198	Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg) in Civil with min. 55% marks	₹400
Field Supervisor (Electrical)	535	Full-time Diploma in Electrical with min. 55% marks	₹300
Field Supervisor (Civil)	193	Full-time Diploma in Civil with min. 55% marks	₹300
Field Supervisor (E&C)	85	Full-time Diploma in Electrical/Electronics & Communication/IT with min. 55% marks	₹300
Total	1543

Age Limit

Upper Age Limit: 29 years as of 17th September 2025.
Age Relaxation: Applicable for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per the Government of India rules.

Selection Process and Salary

Selection Process

The selection process for these posts is typically based on:

For Field Engineers: Valid GATE 2024 or GATE 2025 Score.
For Field Supervisors: Performance in a Written Test conducted by PGCIL.
Shortlisted candidates based on the above will be called for Document Verification and/or an Interview.

Salary and Compensation

Selected candidates will be engaged on a contractual basis with a consolidated monthly remuneration. The pay band for these positions is ₹30,000 to ₹1,20,000 per month, which is a Cost to Company (CTC) package. The exact initial emolument will be as per the company's rules.

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online through net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.

For Field Engineer Posts: ₹400/-
For Field Supervisor Posts: ₹300/-
For SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman Candidates: No Fee (Nil)

Important Dates

Date of Notification: 27/08/2025
Start Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 27/08/2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 17/09/2025
Last Date for Payment of Fee: 17/09/2025

How to Apply Online for PGCIL Recruitment 2025?

Follow these steps to apply:

Visit the Official Website: Go to the PGCIL careers portal: https://www.powergrid.in/careers.
Find the Recruitment Link: Look for the advertisement for "Recruitment of Field Engineer and Field Supervisor".
Read Notification: Download the official notification PDF and read all instructions, especially regarding the use of GATE scores for Engineers.
Click on Apply Online: Find and click on the "Apply Online" link for the relevant post (Engineer or Supervisor).
Register: Complete the registration process by providing basic details to generate login credentials.
Fill Application Form: Log in and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and GATE score details (if applicable).
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates (degree/diploma, GATE scorecard, category certificate) in the prescribed format.
Pay Application Fee: Pay the requisite application fee online if applicable.
Submit and Print: Review the application thoroughly and submit it. Take a printout of the final submitted application form for your records.