GRID-INDIA will pay Rs 50,000 a month to 15 engineering interns under a new programme called Vidyut Pragya (विद्युत प्रज्ञा). The six-month internship trains graduates, postgraduates and research scholars in power system simulation, which means using computer models to study how the national power grid behaves. You can apply online from 22.10.2026 to 06.11.2026, and the notification mentions no written exam.
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Internship Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Intern – Vidyut Pragya (Power System Simulation Studies) |
| Organization | Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA), a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Power |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Ref. No. 2026_27/Internship/01 dated 21.10.2026 |
| Location | West Bengal, Assam, Delhi, Maharashtra and Karnataka (see centre-wise table below) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 interns (the notification gives no category-wise split) |
| Qualification | Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/IDD in Electrical or Power disciplines with at least 65% marks. M.Tech/M.E./MSR or PhD in Power Systems is desirable. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 32 years as on 06.11.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting → Interaction in New Delhi → Offer letter |
| Pay Scale | Stipend of Rs 50,000 a month, all-inclusive (full breakup below) |
| How to Apply | Online only, on the official GRID-INDIA website |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | GRID-INDIA Internship Apply Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21.10.2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 22.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06.11.2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date (age and degree) | 06.11.2026 |
| Interaction Date and Venue | Not announced. Shortlisted candidates will be called to NLDC, New Delhi. |
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Vacancy Details
NLDC is the National Load Despatch Centre and an RLDC is a Regional Load Despatch Centre. These are the centres that run India’s power system, and interns work full time at one of them. You may state a preferred centre, but the notification says it will be met only if a slot is free, and the location cannot be changed after the offer.
| Centre | State / UT | Interns |
|---|---|---|
| ERLDC, Kolkata | West Bengal | 2 |
| NERLDC, Guwahati | Assam | 1 |
| NRLDC, New Delhi | Delhi | 3 |
| WRLDC, Mumbai | Maharashtra | 3 |
| SRLDC, Bangalore | Karnataka | 3 |
| NLDC, New Delhi | Delhi | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals can apply. |
| Age Limit | At least 18 years and not more than 32 years on 06.11.2026, the last date to apply. Any upper-age relaxation follows Government of India rules; the notification gives no category-wise years. Check your age eligibility → |
| Essential Qualification | Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/IDD (Integrated Dual Degree) in Electrical, Electrical (Power), Electrical and Electronics, Power Systems Engineering or Power Engineering (Electrical), from a recognised university or institute in India. |
| Minimum Marks | 65% or equivalent CGPA. For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, pass marks are enough. |
| Degree Completion | The degree must be complete on or before 06.11.2026. The date of your final marksheet counts as the date you got the qualification, and candidates still waiting for final results are not eligible. |
| Desirable Qualification | Full-time regular M.Tech/M.E./MSR in Power Systems or a closely related field (final-semester students can apply), or a PhD in Power Systems or a closely related field (research scholars still pursuing it can apply). These get preference when shortlisting. |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | MSR and PhD candidates, whether pursuing or completed, need a NOC (written permission) from their college or university. The notification places this rule in the postgraduate paragraph, so M.Tech/M.E. candidates should check page 3 of the PDF. |
| Recognition | Both the essential and the desirable qualification must be recognised in India and come from a recognised Indian institution. |
| Marks Conversion | If your result is in CGPA or grades, write the equivalent percentage in the form. If your university has no rule, divide your CGPA by the maximum CGPA and multiply by 100, to two decimal places. Rounding up to reach 65% is not allowed. |
| Previous Employment | Candidates who have not been employed before get preference. |
| Earlier Internship or Apprenticeship | You must not have taken benefits under the PM Internship Scheme, and must not have done an apprenticeship in a Central or State Government organisation under NATS, NAPS or a similar scheme. |
| Availability | You must be free for full-time work on site for the whole period, join on the date given, and arrange your own travel and stay. |
The age is counted on 06.11.2026, the last date to apply, not on the day you join. So someone who turns 33 after that date is still within the limit.
Who Should Apply
- This is a six-month internship, extendable by three more months, and not a job. The notification says an internship offer gives no right to employment, absorption or preference in future GRID-INDIA recruitment.
- The Rs 50,000 a month is all-inclusive. You pay your own travel, stay and tax, and GRID-INDIA pays no TA/DA (travel allowance) even for the interaction in New Delhi.
- The 15 seats are spread over six centres. Delhi has the most (6, across two centres), Mumbai and Bangalore have 3 each, Kolkata has 2 and Guwahati has only 1.
- No written test is mentioned. Your degree marks and qualification decide the shortlist, and an M.Tech, MSR or PhD in Power Systems gives you an edge.
- Do not apply if your B.E./B.Tech result is not out by 06.11.2026, if you took the PM Internship Scheme before, or if you did a NATS or NAPS apprenticeship.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online Application | Apply on the GRID-INDIA website between 22.10.2026 and 06.11.2026. You can give a preferred internship location. |
| 2. Shortlisting | Candidates are shortlisted on whether they meet the essential eligibility. Those with the desirable qualification (M.Tech/M.E./MSR or PhD in Power Systems) get preference. Candidates not employed before also get preference. |
| 3. Interaction | Shortlisted candidates are called for an interaction at NLDC, New Delhi. No TA/DA is paid. The notification gives no marks or weightage for this stage. |
| 4. Verification and Offer | Marks are checked against official marksheets and transcripts at the interaction and again before the final offer. An offer of internship, with the centre named, is then issued based on requirements. |
In short: there is no written exam in the notification. You are shortlisted on your marks and qualification, then called for an interaction in New Delhi. The notification does not say how that interaction is scored.
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stipend | Rs 50,000 per month (a stipend is a fixed monthly payment to an intern, not a salary) |
| What It Covers | All-inclusive. No other allowance, benefit or emolument is paid. |
| Duration | 6 months, extendable by 3 months on mutual agreement, on the same terms |
| Tax | The intern is responsible for any tax on the stipend. |
| Travel and Stay | Arranged and paid by the intern. GRID-INDIA gives no support. |
In plain terms, Rs 50,000 a month is the full amount, and your own tax, travel and rent come out of it.
How to Apply
- Read the full advertisement (Ref. No. 2026_27/Internship/01) and check the age, degree and marks rules above.
- Open the GRID-INDIA internship application portal. It is open from 22.10.2026 to 06.11.2026. Keep your mobile phone handy, because the portal asks for an OTP (a one-time code sent to your phone).
- Keep scanned copies ready: your photo (maximum 50 KB), signature (maximum 30 KB) and date of birth proof (maximum 500 KB). Then fill in the form. Write your marks as a percentage, and give your preferred internship centre.
- Check every detail and submit before 06.11.2026. The notification says wrong or hidden information can cancel your candidature, even after joining.
- Add internshippsss@grid-india.in to your email address book. After you register, GRID-INDIA writes to you only on your registered email ID.
Note: Applications are accepted only through the online portal on the GRID-INDIA website. Questions go only to internshippsss@grid-india.in, and mail or messages on any other email or social media will not be answered.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph | Recent photo, maximum 50 KB Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | Scanned signature, maximum 30 KB |
| Date of birth proof | SSC / Class 10 certificate, maximum 500 KB |
| Educational certificates and marksheets | Keep them ready. GRID-INDIA checks your marks against official marksheets and transcripts at the interaction and before the offer. |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | From your college or university, for MSR and PhD candidates. |
| Category certificate | Needed only if you claim pass-marks relaxation as SC/ST/PwBD. This is general guidance, not stated by the portal. |
The photo, signature and date of birth proof limits come from the guidelines on the official application portal, not from the PDF. The portal also says to keep other educational and supporting documents ready where applicable.
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Apply Online (Official Portal) | Apply Online for GRID-INDIA Internship |
| GRID-INDIA Careers Page | GRID-INDIA Current Openings |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying before your degree is complete. If your final marksheet is dated after 06.11.2026, you are not eligible.
- Rounding up your percentage. 64.9% does not become 65%, and marks are checked against official marksheets.
- Skipping the NOC if you are an MSR or PhD candidate. Get it from your college or university before you apply.
- Writing to any email other than internshippsss@grid-india.in, or messaging GRID-INDIA on social media. These will not be answered.
- Giving wrong or incomplete details. The notification allows cancellation of candidature, or ending of the internship after joining.
- Uploading a photo above 50 KB or a signature above 30 KB. The portal sets those limits, so resize the files before you start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the GRID-INDIA internship?
The last date to apply online is 06.11.2026, and applications opened on 22.10.2026.
How many interns will GRID-INDIA take?
It will take 15 interns, spread across Kolkata (2), Guwahati (1), New Delhi NRLDC (3), Mumbai (3), Bangalore (3) and NLDC New Delhi (3).
What is the stipend?
The stipend is Rs 50,000 a month, and it is all-inclusive, so no other allowance is paid.
What qualification do I need?
You need a full-time regular B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/IDD in an Electrical or Power discipline with at least 65% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
What is the age limit?
You must be at least 18 and not more than 32 years old on 06.11.2026, with relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Is there a written exam?
The notification mentions none: candidates are shortlisted on eligibility and then called for an interaction at NLDC, New Delhi.
How long is the internship?
It runs for 6 months and can be extended by 3 months on mutual agreement, on the same terms.
Can final-year B.E./B.Tech students apply?
No, the degree must be complete by 06.11.2026, but M.Tech/M.E. students in their final semester can apply.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
