Apply Now – Recruitment 2025 – POWERGRID Officer Trainee (Finance & Company Secretary): 20 Posts


About the Post

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 professionals for the posts of Officer Trainee (Finance) and Officer Trainee (Company Secretary).
POWERGRID, one of the largest transmission utilities in the world, is inviting talented, committed, and energetic candidates to join its journey of national transformation in the energy sector.


Recruitment Overview

ParticularsDetails
Organization NamePower Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
Post NameOfficer Trainee (Finance) and Officer Trainee (Company Secretary)
Advertisement No.CC/05/2025
Total Vacancies20 Posts
Job TypePublic Sector (Maharatna PSU)
Application ModeOnline

Post Vacancy Details

Post IDPost NameTotal VacanciesUREWSOBC (NCL)SCSTPwBD
496Officer Trainee (Finance)19 (17+2 backlog)91421+204 (VI, HI, ID)
497Officer Trainee (Company Secretary)11

Pay Scale

StagePay/CTCDetails
During TrainingBasic Pay ₹40,000 + IDA, HRA & Perks @12%Approx. ₹11.00 lakh per annum
After Successful Completion of TrainingPay Scale ₹50,000 – 3% – ₹1,60,000 (E2 Level)Approx. ₹22.50 lakh per annum
Additional BenefitsDearness Allowance, Perquisites, Performance Pay, Company Accommodation/HRA, Medical Facilities, Insurance, Pension, PF, and Leave Encashment

Eligibility Criteria

For Officer Trainee (Finance):

  • Candidate must have passed CA / ICWA (CMA) from a recognized institute.

For Officer Trainee (Company Secretary):

  • Candidate must be an Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).

Age Limit

CategoryMaximum Age as on 05 November 2025
General / UR28 years
OBC (NCL)31 years
SC / ST33 years
PwBD (UR/EWS)38 years
PwBD (OBC NCL)41 years
PwBD (SC/ST)43 years

Application Fee

CategoryApplication Fee
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS₹500/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-ServicemenExempted
Payment ModeOnline through POWERGRID payment portal

Selection Process

StageDetails
Computer-Based Test (CBT)Duration: 2 Hours
Type: Objective (MCQs with 4 options each)
Sections: Professional Knowledge Test (PKT) – 120 Questions; Executive Aptitude Test (EAT) – 50 Questions
Negative Marking: ¼ mark for each wrong answer
Qualifying Criteria: UR/EWS – Minimum 40% marks (at least 30% each in PKT & EAT); Reserved Categories – Minimum 30% marks (at least 25% each in PKT & EAT)
Shortlisting for Group Discussion (GD) & InterviewCandidates will be shortlisted based on CBT performance and category-wise merit.
Qualifying Marks in InterviewUR/EWS: 40%
Reserved Categories: 30%
Final Merit WeightageCBT Marks: 85%
Group Discussion: 3%
Personal Interview: 12%
NoteEmpanelment will be done category-wise based on final merit.

Service Agreement Bond

CategoryBond AmountMinimum Service Period
General / OBC (NCL) / EWS₹5,00,000 + taxes3 years after training
SC / ST / PwBD₹2,50,000 + taxes3 years after training

Test Centres

The Computer-Based Test will be conducted at the following locations:
Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Bhopal, and Guwahati.

POWERGRID reserves the right to change or add test centres based on the number of applications received.


How to Apply?

  1. Visit the official POWERGRID website.
  2. Navigate to Careers → Job Opportunities → Openings → Executive Positions on All India Basis.
  3. Click on “Recruitment of Officer Trainee (Finance) & Officer Trainee (Company Secretary)”.
  4. Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  5. Fill out the online application form carefully.
  6. Upload all required documents in the prescribed format (photograph, signature, certificates, mark sheets, etc.).
  7. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment link.
  8. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Important Dates

EventDate
Online Application Start Date15 October 2025 (17:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply Online05 November 2025 (23:59 hrs)
Cut-off Date for Eligibility05 November 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for POWERGRID Officer Trainee Recruitment 2025?

The last date to apply online is 05 November 2025.

How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?

There are a total of 20 vacancies — 19 for Officer Trainee (Finance) and 1 for Officer Trainee (Company Secretary).

What is the age limit for applying?

The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 05 November 2025, with relaxations for reserved categories.

What are the educational qualifications required?

For Finance: CA/ICWA (CMA) Pass. For Company Secretary: Associate Member of ICSI.

Is there any application fee?

Yes, ₹500 for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS; SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen are exempted.

What is the selection process for these posts?

The selection involves CBT, followed by GD, Behavioral Assessment, and Personal Interview.

What is the salary offered after training?

After successful completion of training, candidates will be placed in the pay scale of ₹50,000–₹1,60,000 (IDA).

Is there a bond requirement for this job?

Yes, a service bond of ₹5,00,000 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹2,50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD is required for 3 years.

Where will the exam be conducted?

The CBT will be held in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Bhopal, and Guwahati.


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