Psu Pgcil

Name Of The Post

PGCIL Executive Trainee

Last Updated

14th June 2026

Importance of the Post

This section is essential for candidates planning to apply, as it provides both the recruitment announcement and the complete syllabus. Reviewing the syllabus before applying ensures you understand the exam requirements and can tailor your preparation accordingly. Staying updated on any changes is vital for maximizing your chances in the selection process.

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Apply for PGCIL Executive Trainee 2026 recruitment; full syllabus available for review

Short Information

This page lists the section-wise syllabus and topic break-up for PGCIL Executive Trainee 2026 — Syllabus (via GATE). The content is sourced from the official notification published by Power Grid Corporation of India. The syllabus is authoritative for the current cycle and is intended for candidate revision and topic prioritisation. Each section below lists the topics in the order they typically appear in the official notification, with sub-topic depth aligned to the question paper's weightage. Always verify against the latest notification on the official website before finalising your preparation plan, since regulators occasionally tweak weightage or add/remove subjects between cycles.

PGCIL Executive Trainee Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Power Grid Corporation of India.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification

BE/BTech / PG per the post

Important Dates

Applications open	28th August 202628th August 2026
Application closes	7th October 20267th October 2026

Important Links

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Section	Topics
General Aptitude (15 marks, common)General Aptitude (15 marks, common)	Verbal aptitude — basic English grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension; Quantitative aptitude — data interpretation, numerical computation, mensuration, ratios; Analytical aptitude — logic, deduction, analogy; Spatial aptitude.Verbal aptitude — basic English grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension; Quantitative aptitude — data interpretation, numerical computation, mensuration, ratios; Analytical aptitude — logic, deduction, analogy; Spatial aptitude.
Engineering Mathematics (common to most papers)Engineering Mathematics (common to most papers)	Linear algebra; Calculus; Differential equations; Complex variables; Probability & statistics; Numerical methods; Transform theory.Linear algebra; Calculus; Differential equations; Complex variables; Probability & statistics; Numerical methods; Transform theory.
Core Subject (CS / EE / ME / CE / EC / CH / IN / etc.)Core Subject (CS / EE / ME / CE / EC / CH / IN / etc.)	Branch-specific BTech-level syllabus. For CS — Digital Logic, Computer Organisation, Programming & Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating Systems, Databases, Computer Networks. For ME — Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering. Other branches mirror their BTech curricula.Branch-specific BTech-level syllabus. For CS — Digital Logic, Computer Organisation, Programming & Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating Systems, Databases, Computer Networks. For ME — Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering. Other branches mirror their BTech curricula.
Industry / PSU Awareness (interview & group discussion stage)Industry / PSU Awareness (interview & group discussion stage)	Indian energy / heavy industry / oil & gas / steel / power sector overview; About the recruiting PSU — vision, products, business segments, financial performance, recent CSR activities; National policies relevant to the sector; Behavioural / situational questions.Indian energy / heavy industry / oil & gas / steel / power sector overview; About the recruiting PSU — vision, products, business segments, financial performance, recent CSR activities; National policies relevant to the sector; Behavioural / situational questions.

Section

Topics

General Aptitude (15 marks, common)

Verbal aptitude — basic English grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension; Quantitative aptitude — data interpretation, numerical computation, mensuration, ratios; Analytical aptitude — logic, deduction, analogy; Spatial aptitude.

Engineering Mathematics (common to most papers)

Linear algebra; Calculus; Differential equations; Complex variables; Probability & statistics; Numerical methods; Transform theory.

Core Subject (CS / EE / ME / CE / EC / CH / IN / etc.)

Branch-specific BTech-level syllabus. For CS — Digital Logic, Computer Organisation, Programming & Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating Systems, Databases, Computer Networks. For ME — Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering. Other branches mirror their BTech curricula.

Industry / PSU Awareness (interview & group discussion stage)

Indian energy / heavy industry / oil & gas / steel / power sector overview; About the recruiting PSU — vision, products, business segments, financial performance, recent CSR activities; National policies relevant to the sector; Behavioural / situational questions.