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Diploma Trainee Recruitment 2023 427 Posts – Selection in Progress – India – 2023

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
Domain: Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
Employment Type: Full time
Stage: Selection Process - Joining Instructions

Posted: 2 years ago

Posts: 427

Location: CENTRAL

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Job Details

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is recruiting Diploma Trainees in Electrical, Civil, and Electronics disciplines. The selected candidates will undergo a one-year training period and will be absorbed as Junior Engineer Gr-IV (S1) in the Supervisory category upon successful completion. The recruitment is region-specific, and candidates can apply for one region only. Additional vacancies for PwBD candidates are available in the North-Eastern Region for the Diploma Trainee (Civil) post. The recent update includes the addition of Spinal Deformity (SD) and Spinal Injury (SI) under Locomotor Disability (LD) for PwBD candidates.

Level:
central
Cities:
Chennai, Bengaluru, Ernakulam
Other Information:
  • Region-Specific Recruitment: Candidates can apply for one region only, and vacancies are not interlinked between regions.
Exam Centers:
  • Test Centers: Exams will be conducted in major cities across India, including Delhi, Jaipur, Dehradun, Jammu, Srinagar, Chandigarh, and others.

Job Summary

POWERGRID is offering an opportunity for Diploma holders to join as Diploma Trainees in Electrical, Civil, and Electronics disciplines. The recruitment process includes a Computer Based Test, and selected candidates will be trained and absorbed as Junior Engineers. Additional vacancies for PwBD candidates in the North-Eastern Region have been announced. A special notice has been issued for PwBD candidates, including Spinal Deformity (SD) and Spinal Injury (SI) under Locomotor Disability (LD). The Computer Based Test was held on December 5, 2023, and the Objection Management Link is now active. The upcoming CBT for Southern Region-2 is scheduled for February 8, 2024. Facilitation Centres are available for candidates facing issues with E-Admit Cards. Provisional selection has been announced, subject to document verification and medical examination.

Important Dates

#EventDate
1Notification Release DateSeptember 1, 2023
2Application Start DateSeptember 1, 2023
3Application End DateSeptember 23, 2023
4Cut-Off Date for EligibilitySeptember 23, 2023
5Tentative Written Test DateOctober 2023
6PwBD Application Start DateSeptember 8, 2023
7PwBD Application End DateSeptember 30, 2023
8Computer Based Test DateDecember 5, 2023
9Objection Management Link Activation DateDecember 8, 2023
10Objection Management Link Closing DateDecember 9, 2023
11Southern Region-2 CBT DateFebruary 8, 2024
12Facilitation Centre DateFebruary 7, 2024
13Objection Management Link Start DateFebruary 13, 2024
14Objection Management Link End DateFebruary 15, 2024

Fee Structure

Application Fee

1. General/OBC:
₹300
2. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM:
Exempted

Payment Methods

1. Accepted Payment Methods:
Online payment through Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking.

Other Information

1. Refund Policy:
Application fees are non-refundable.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Diploma in Electrical EngineeringRequired
Diploma in Civil EngineeringRequired
Diploma in Electronics EngineeringRequired

2. Other Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Minimum PercentageCandidates must have secured a minimum of 70% marks in their diploma.

3. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age Range18 - 27 years
Age Limit As On23 Sept 2023
General CategoryMaximum 27 years as on September 23, 2023.
OBC CategoryMaximum 30 years as on September 23, 2023.
SC/ST CategoryMaximum 32 years as on September 23, 2023.

4. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
NationalityOnly Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.

5. Physical Requirements

CriteriaDetails
PwBD Sub-categories for DT (Electrical)HI – D/HH; LD – OL/LC/Dw/AAV/SD/SI without any associated neurological/limb dysfunction / SD/SI with associated limb dysfunction; ID – SLD, MI; MD involving (a) to (c) above.
PwBD Sub-categories for DT (Civil)VI – LV; HI – D/HH; LD – OA/BA/OL/BL/LC/Dw/AAV/SD/SI without any associated neurological/limb dysfunction / SD/SI with associated limb dysfunction; ID – SLD, MI; MD involving (a) to (d) above.
PwBD Sub-categories for DT (Electronics)VI – LV; HI – D/HH; LD – OA/BA/OL/BL/LC/Dw/AAV/CP/SD/SI without any associated neurological/limb dysfunction / SD/SI with associated limb dysfunction; ID – SLD, MI; MD involving (a) to (d) above.

6. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
Higher Qualification RestrictionCandidates with higher technical qualifications like B.Tech./BE/M.Tech./ME are not eligible.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 427

1. Diploma Trainee (Electrical)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Educational Qualification: Diploma in Electrical Engineering with minimum 70% marks.

Age Limitations:

  • General Category: Maximum 27 years as on September 23, 2023.

Category Wise Vacancy:

CategoryReserved SeatsOther Eligibility
General150N/A
OBC80N/A
SC50N/A
ST20N/A

2. Diploma Trainee (Civil)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Educational Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering with minimum 70% marks.

Age Limitations:

  • General Category: Maximum 27 years as on September 23, 2023.

Category Wise Vacancy:

CategoryReserved SeatsOther Eligibility
General50N/A
OBC30N/A
SC15N/A
ST5N/A
PwBD2
  • Sub-categories: VI – LV, HI – D/HH, LD – OA/BA/OL/BL/LC/Dw/AAV, SLD, MI, MD involving (a) to (d) above.

3. Diploma Trainee (Electronics)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Educational Qualification: Diploma in Electronics Engineering with minimum 70% marks.

Age Limitations:

  • General Category: Maximum 27 years as on September 23, 2023.

Category Wise Vacancy:

CategoryReserved SeatsOther Eligibility
General15N/A
OBC5N/A
SC3N/A
ST2N/A

Additional Information

  • Region-Specific Recruitment: Candidates can apply for one region only, and vacancies are not interlinked between regions.

Salary Details

> Salary Range: 25,000 - ₹117,500 Monthly

> Allowances: Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance, Perquisites and Allowance as per cafeteria approach, Performance Related Pay, Company Quarters or HRA, Reimbursement of monthly conveyance expenditure, mobile facility, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension & Leave encashment, Group Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance.

Cut Off Marks

1. Electrical - UR:
Cut-off Rank: UR-19, Cut-off %: 62.06
2. Electrical - OBC(NCL):
Cut-off Rank: OBC(NCL)-21, Cut-off %: 61.32
3. Electrical - SC:
Cut-off Rank: SC-8, Cut-off %: 55.59
4. Electrical - ST:
Cut-off Rank: ST-1, Cut-off %: 44.56
5. Electrical - EWS:
Cut-off Rank: EWS-8, Cut-off %: 59.71
6. Electrical - PWBD-LD:
Cut-off Rank: PWBD-LD-02, Cut-off %: 37.79
7. Civil - UR:
Cut-off Rank: UR-03, Cut-off %: 53.97
8. Civil - SC:
Cut-off Rank: SC-02, Cut-off %: 50.15
9. Civil - PWBD-LD:
Cut-off Rank: PWBD-LD-02, Cut-off %: 34.12
10. Electronics - UR:
Cut-off Rank: UR-02, Cut-off %: 66.18
11. Electronics - OBC(NCL):
Cut-off Rank: OBC(NCL)-3, Cut-off %: 66.18

How to Apply

1. Step 1:
Register on the POWERGRID online portal and complete the application process.
2. Step 2:
Fill out the application form and provide necessary details accurately.
3. Step 3:
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents as per guidelines.
4. Step 4:
Submit the application fee and review the filled form before final submission.

Exam Pattern

1. Written Test:
Consists of two parts: Technical Knowledge Test (TKT) with 120 questions and Supervisory Aptitude Test (SAT) with 50 questions.
2. Negative Marking:
Wrong and multiple answers would result in negative marks of ¼.

Syllabus Details

1. Technical Knowledge Test:
Specific questions from respective discipline.
2. Supervisory Aptitude Test:
Questions on vocabulary, verbal comprehension, quantitative aptitude, reasoning ability, data sufficiency and interpretation, numerical ability.

Selection Process

1. Selection Stages:
The selection process consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) with two parts: Technical Knowledge Test and Supervisory Aptitude Test.
2. Final Merit:
Final merit for selection will be decided based on marks secured by the candidates in Written Test (100% weightage).

Admit Card Details

1. Admit Card Release:
Admit cards will be available on the POWERGRID website approximately three weeks before the exam date. Candidates must download and print their admit cards.
2. Admit Card Requirements:
Candidates should carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination center.

Reservation Details

1. Reservation Policy:
Reservations apply for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories according to the latest government policies.
2. SC/ST Reservation:
15% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) and 7.5% for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.
3. OBC Reservation:
27% of seats are reserved for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates.
4. EWS Reservation:
10% of seats are reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per government norms.
5. PwBD Reservation:
4% of seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) across various categories as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.

Document Requirements

1. Required Documents:
Candidates must submit scanned copies of their diploma certificate, valid ID proof, and relevant category certificates as specified.
2. ID Proof:
Acceptable ID proofs include Passport, Aadhar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License.
3. Category Certificates:
SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates must submit their respective caste or income certificates, issued by a competent authority.
4. Proof of Date of Birth:
Candidates must provide a Matriculation or equivalent certificate as proof of date of birth.

Preparation Tips

1. Preparation Strategy:
Candidates should focus on understanding the syllabus, practicing previous years' question papers, and taking regular mock tests to evaluate their preparation levels.
2. Time Management:
Effective time management is crucial. Candidates should allocate adequate time to each subject and balance between technical and aptitude sections.
3. Stay Updated:
Regularly reading newspapers and current affairs is essential, as a significant portion of the exam is based on current events.
4. Mock Tests:
Practicing with mock tests improves speed and accuracy, helping candidates become familiar with the exam pattern and identify weak areas.

Important Instructions

1. Exam Guidelines:
Candidates must bring a valid photo ID, their admit card, and adhere to the dress code and other instructions on the exam day.
2. Use of Electronic Devices:
Electronic devices such as mobile phones, calculators, and digital watches are strictly prohibited in the examination hall.
3. COVID-19 Precautions:
Candidates are advised to follow COVID-19 guidelines, including wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and sanitizing hands frequently.
4. Answer Sheet Instructions:
Use only blue or black ballpoint pens for marking answers. Answers marked with any other writing instrument will not be evaluated.

Interview Details

1. Interview Process:
The interview process will assess candidates' suitability for the role, focusing on technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and overall aptitude.
2. Interview Preparation:
Candidates should review their technical knowledge, stay updated on industry trends, and practice common interview questions.

Training Details

1. Training Period:
Selected candidates undergo a one-year training program with a stipend of ₹27,500 per month.
2. Training Content:
Training includes technical and supervisory skills development, preparing candidates for their roles as Junior Engineers.

Bond or Service Agreement

1. Service Bond:
Selected candidates are required to execute a service agreement bond of ₹2,50,000 for General and OBC (NCL)/EWS candidates and ₹1,25,000 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
2. Minimum Service Duration:
The bond requires a minimum service duration of three years after completion of training.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Disqualification Conditions:
False information, misconduct, or violation of exam guidelines will result in disqualification.
2. Use of Unfair Means:
Any candidate found using unfair means during the examination will be disqualified and barred from future exams.
3. Incomplete Applications:
Applications that are incomplete or contain inaccurate information will be rejected without further consideration.

Other Information

1. Helpline:
Additional information and FAQs are available on the official POWERGRID website.

Contact Details

Other Information

  • Helpline: For any queries, contact POWERGRID at recruitment@powergrid.in. Please write “Recruitment of Diploma Trainee-2023-24 <subject matter>” in the subject line of e-mail.

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