Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), one of India’s leading Maharatna Public Sector Enterprises under the Ministry of Power, has announced its new recruitment for Officer Trainee (Law) posts for the year 2025. This recruitment brings an exciting opportunity for energetic and talented law graduates who wish to begin a professional career in one of the largest transmission utilities in the world.
POWERGRID has always focused on gender balance and inclusion in the workforce and has been recognized as one of the Best Organizations for Women 2025 by ET Now. This recruitment is part of its ongoing mission to bring skilled and committed professionals into its legal team who can contribute to India’s fast-growing power sector.
Main Point of the Recruitment
The POWERGRID Officer Trainee (Law) Recruitment 2025 aims to hire motivated, dedicated, and qualified law graduates through the CLAT 2026 (Post-Graduation) examination. Candidates who perform well in CLAT 2026 will be shortlisted for the next stages, which include Group Discussion, Personal Interview, and Behavioral Assessment. The selected candidates will be trained and later absorbed into the company’s Executive Cadre as Officers (Law) at the E-2 level.
This recruitment is designed for individuals who want to combine their legal knowledge with the challenges of the energy and infrastructure sector. Working with POWERGRID offers exposure to national and international projects, renewable energy expansion, and high-value corporate legal work.
Vacancy Details
As per the official notification (Advt. No. CC/06/2025), there are 7 vacancies for the post of Officer Trainee (Law). The distribution of posts is as follows:
- UR: 4
- OBC (NCL): 1
- SC: 1
- ST: 1
- PwBD (VI): 1 (interchangeable)
These vacancies also include horizontal reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) and follow all Government of India rules for relaxation and reservation. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as part of POWERGRID’s commitment to diversity.
Overview of the Recruitment
This recruitment offers a structured process where the candidates will first appear for the CLAT 2026 (for admission to Post-Graduation). Based on their CLAT score, shortlisted candidates will go through further stages including Behavioral Assessment, Document Verification, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. Those who successfully complete these steps and are found medically fit will be offered the position.
Step-by-Step Overview:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) |
| Post Name | Officer Trainee (Law) |
| Advertisement No. | CC/06/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 7 Posts |
| Qualification | Full-Time 3-Year LLB or 5-Year Integrated Law Course with 60% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process | Based on CLAT 2026 (PG) Score, Group Discussion & Personal Interview |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 14 November 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 5 December 2025 |
| Official Website | http://www.powergrid.in |
Qualification Details
Candidates must have a Full-Time 3-Year LLB Degree or a 5-Year Integrated Law Course with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university or institute. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the minimum required marks are relaxed to 45%.
Only candidates who have appeared or will appear in CLAT 2026 for admission to Post-Graduation are eligible to apply. Marks from CLAT 2025 or earlier will not be considered valid for this recruitment. Candidates must also ensure they meet the age and medical fitness criteria prescribed by POWERGRID.
Age Limit and Age Relaxation Details
The upper age limit for the Officer Trainee (Law) post is 28 years as on 05.12.2025. However, there are relaxations for reserved categories as per Government of India norms:
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years (UR), 13 years (OBC NCL), and 15 years (SC/ST)
- Victims of Riots: As per government directives
This relaxation ensures equal opportunity for candidates from all categories to apply for the position.
Application Process Details
Candidates interested in applying must first register for CLAT 2026 (PG) at the official CLAT website before 31st October 2025. After that, they need to apply on the POWERGRID website between 14th November 2025 and 5th December 2025.
Steps to apply:
- Visit the official website http://www.powergrid.in.
- Go to Careers → Job Opportunities → Openings → Executive Positions on All India Basis.
- Click on Recruitment of Officer Trainee (Law) through CLAT 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in details, including CLAT 2026 Application No. and Roll Number.
- Upload required documents such as a photograph, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
The application fee is ₹500 for General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt from paying the fee. Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Selection Process Details
The selection process for POWERGRID Officer Trainee (Law) 2025 is detailed and merit-based:
- CLAT 2026 (PG): Candidates must qualify CLAT 2026 as per the prescribed marks (UR – 40%, Reserved – 30%).
- Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on CLAT marks for Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
- Group Discussion (GD): No qualifying marks but used for assessment.
- Personal Interview (PI): Minimum qualifying marks – 40% for UR and 30% for reserved categories.
- Final Merit: Based on weightage – CLAT (85%), GD (3%), and Interview (12%).
- Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to medical fitness as per POWERGRID standards.
Official Links Table
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.powergrid.in |
| Notification PDF | Click Here to Download |
Important Dates
The official notification mentions that candidates must keep track of both CLAT 2026 and POWERGRID recruitment dates.
CLAT 2026 Dates:
- Start of Registration: 01 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 31 October 2025
POWERGRID Recruitment Dates:
- Start of Online Application: 14 November 2025 (5 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: 05 December 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Cut-Off Date for Eligibility: 05 December 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2026 Registration Start | 01.08.2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Registration Last Date | 31.10.2025 |
| POWERGRID Application Start | 14.11.2025 |
| POWERGRID Application Last Date | 05.12.2025 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 05.12.2025 |
Disclaimer
This article provides summarized information based on the official POWERGRID Recruitment Notification Advt. No. CC/06/2025. Candidates must visit the official website http://www.powergrid.in and read the full notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is for general awareness and should not be treated as an official substitute.