GAIL Limited Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026: Notification released for 70 Executive Trainee posts in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation disciplines through GATE 2026. Apply online at gailonline.com before 18 March 2026.
GAIL (India) Limited has released an official notification for the recruitment of Executive Trainees (E-2 Grade) through GATE-2026. A total of 70 vacancies are available in various engineering disciplines.
Eligible candidates who have applied for GATE-2026 can submit their online application through the official website within the prescribed dates.
Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the full details below before applying online.
GAIL Limited Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Organization | GAIL (India) Limited |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | GAIL/OPEN/ET/2A/2025 |
| Post Name | Executive Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Apply Start Date | 20 February 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 March 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://gailonline.com |
Post Details
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Trainee (Chemical) | 8 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 17 |
| Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) | 9 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
| Executive Trainee (Electrical) | 7 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 16 |
| Executive Trainee (Mechanical) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 16 |
| Total | 32 | 5 | 18 | 12 | 3 | 70 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech.) in the relevant discipline with minimum required marks:
Discipline-wise Qualification:
- Chemical – Chemical / Petrochemical / Chemical Technology / Polymer Science etc.
- Instrumentation – Instrumentation / Electronics & Instrumentation / Electrical & Instrumentation etc.
- Electrical – Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical & Power etc.
- Mechanical – Mechanical / Production / Manufacturing / Mechanical & Automobile etc.
Minimum Marks Required:
- General / EWS / OBC (NCL): 65%
- SC / ST / PwBD: 60%
Only candidates passing in 2025 or appearing in final year (2025-26) are eligible.
Age Limit (As on 18 March 2026)
- Maximum Age: 26 Years
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Salary
- Pay Scale: ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 (E-2 Grade)
- During 1-year training, Basic Pay: ₹60,000
- Additional Benefits:
- DA & Allowances
- Performance Related Pay
- HRA / Company Accommodation
- Medical Facility
- Provident Fund, Gratuity & Pension
- Post-Retirement Medical Benefits
Application Fees
- No Application Fee for any category.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Based on GATE 2026 |
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- GATE-2026 Score
- Shortlisting
- Group Discussion and/or Interview
Minimum qualifying marks in Interview:
- UR/OBC/EWS: 60%
- SC/ST: 55%
- PwBD: 50%
Only GATE-2026 marks will be considered. Previous year GATE scores are not valid.
How to Apply
Follow the steps below:
- Apply and appear for GATE-2026 in the relevant paper.
- Download your GATE-2026 Admit Card.
- Visit official website https://gailonline.com.
- Go to “Careers” section.
- Click on Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 link.
- Enter your GATE-2026 Registration Number.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Note: Application without valid GATE-2026 registration number will be rejected.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://gailonline.com |
| GATE 2026 Official Website | https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
This is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates to join a prestigious Maharatna PSU through GATE 2026. Interested candidates must ensure eligibility and apply before the last date.
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