GAIL (India) Limited, a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking, offers excellent career opportunities for fresh Engineering Graduates to join as Executive Trainee in Chemical, Instrumentation, Electrical, and Mechanical disciplines based on GATE-2026 scores. Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online using their GATE-2026 Registration Number. The GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 Online Application portal opens from 20th February 2026 (11:00 hrs) and closes on 18th March 2026 (18:00 hrs).
GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 through GATE-2026
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Post Name |
Executive Trainee (Chemical / Instrumentation / Electrical / Mechanical) |
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| Total Vacancies |
70 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 26 Years (as on 18.03.2026) |
| Pay Scale |
₹60,000 – 1,80,000 (E-2 Grade) |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech in Relevant Discipline with 65% Marks + Valid GATE-2026 Score |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
GATE-2026 Marks + Group Discussion and/or Interview |
| Job Location |
Anywhere in India |
| Last Date |
18 March 2026 (18:00 hrs) |
✅ GAIL Executive Trainee Vacancy 2026 List:
| Post / Discipline | No of Vacancies |
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Executive Trainee (Chemical) |
17 |
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Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) |
21 |
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Executive Trainee (Electrical) |
16 |
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Executive Trainee (Mechanical) |
16 |
✅ GAIL Executive Trainee Salary 2026:
- Selected candidates will be placed in the pay scale of Rs.60,000 – 1,80,000/- at the Basic Pay of Rs.60,000/- during one-year training cum probation as Executive Trainee in E-2 grade.
- On successful completion of their Training cum Probation Period, they will be absorbed in the same Pay Scale of Rs.60,000 – 1,80,000/- in E-2 grade.
✅ GAIL Executive Trainee Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit (as on 18.03.2026): Maximum 26 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years Relaxation
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years Relaxation
- PwBD (General/EWS): 10 Years
- PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
Essential Qualification:
- Executive Trainee (Chemical): Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical / Petrochemical / Chemical Technology / Petrochemical Technology / Chemical Technology & Polymer Science / Chemical Technology & Plastic Technology with minimum 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (Instrumentation): Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Control / Electronics & Instrumentation / Electrical & Instrumentation / Electronics / Electrical & Electronics with minimum 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (Electrical): Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical & Power / Electrical, Electronics & Power with minimum 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (Mechanical): Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production / Production & Industrial / Manufacturing / Mechanical & Automobile with minimum 65% marks.
✅ GAIL Executive Trainee Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
The selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting based on GATE-2026 Marks
- Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview
✅ GAIL Executive Trainee Vacancy 2026 Application Fee:
- Application Fee: Nil
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Online Application |
20 February 2026 (11:00 hrs) |
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Closing Date for Online Application |
18 March 2026 (18:00 hrs) |
✅ Important Links:
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GAIL Executive Trainee Official Notification |
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GAIL Executive Trainee Online Application Form |
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GAIL Official Website |
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✅ How to Apply GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the GAIL website by entering their GATE-2026 Registration Number.
➢ Step 1: Visit the GAIL career portal and access the application link (available from 20.02.2026, 11:00 hrs).
➢ Step 2: Register / login and fill the online application form with required details.
➢ Step 3: Enter valid GATE-2026 Registration Number.
➢ Step 4: Upload necessary documents (if required) and submit the application.
➢ Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
70 posts (Chemical: 17, Instrumentation: 21, Electrical: 16, Mechanical: 16).
What is the age limit for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 26 years as on 18.03.2026 with usual relaxations (SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC-NCL: 3 yrs, PwBD as applicable).
What is the pay scale in GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
₹60,000 – 1,80,000 (E-2 Grade).
What is the selection process for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting based on GATE-2026 marks followed by Group Discussion and/or Interview.
What is the application fee for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Nil (No application fee).
What are the important dates for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 20 February 2026 (11:00 hrs) to 18 March 2026 (18:00 hrs).
