Gas Authority of India Limited Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 70 Vacancies
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Gas Authority of India Limited Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 70 Vacancies

Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) has released Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 through GATE for 70 E2 grade vacancies in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation disciplines. Applications are invited online from eligible engineering graduates and final-year students till 18 March 2026. Selection is based on GATE-2026 score followed by GD/Interview.

Applications open·Feb 20, 2026·70 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Mar 18, 2026

Deadline: Mar 18, 2026 · Last date approaching

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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.

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Gas Authority of India Limited Executive Trainee Notification 2026 Overview

Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL), a Maharatna PSU, has announced recruitment for Executive Trainee (E2 Grade) positions through GATE-2026. A total of 70 vacancies have been notified across four core engineering disciplines. The online application window is open from 20 February 2026 to 18 March 2026.

Expert Insight:
This recruitment is crucial for GATE-2026 aspirants as GAIL offers one of the most stable long-term PSU careers with E2-level entry and strong post-retirement benefits.


Gas Authority of India Limited Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 Highlights

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationGas Authority of India Limited (GAIL)
Recruitment NameGAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026
Post NameExecutive Trainee (E2 Grade)
Total Vacancies70
Application ModeOnline
Maximum Age Limit26 years
Pay Scale₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
Selection ProcessGATE-2026 Score + GD/Interview

Important Dates for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026

EventDate
Notification Release20 February 2026
Online Application Start20 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online18 March 2026 (06:00 PM)
Application Fee Last Date18 March 2026
GATE-2026 Exam DateAs per GATE schedule
Admit Cardwill be updated

GAIL Executive Trainee Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 70 vacancies are announced. Discipline-wise and category-wise distribution is as follows:

DisciplineUREWSOBC (NCL)SCSTTotal
Chemical8142217
Instrumentation9263121
Electrical7153016
Mechanical8134016
Total3251812370

Eligibility Criteria for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a full-time BE/B.Tech or integrated dual degree in the relevant discipline with minimum marks:

  • 65% marks – UR / EWS / OBC (NCL)
  • 60% marks – SC / ST / PwBD

Discipline-wise Qualification:

  • Chemical: Chemical / Petrochemical / Chemical Technology / Polymer / Plastic Technology
  • Instrumentation: Instrumentation & Control / Electronics & Instrumentation / Electrical & Instrumentation
  • Electrical: Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical & Power
  • Mechanical: Mechanical / Production / Manufacturing / Mechanical & Automobile

Candidates must have appeared in GATE-2026 in the corresponding paper. GATE-2025 or earlier scores are not valid.


Age Limit (as on 18 March 2026)

CategoryMaximum Age
General / EWS26 Years
OBC (NCL)29 Years
SC / ST31 Years
PwBDUp to 41 Years (category-wise)

Who Can Apply? – GAIL Executive Trainee Age Eligibility Checker

CriteriaStatus
Date of Birth RangeBorn between 19 March 1999 and 18 March 2008
EligibilityEligible

Plain Explanation:
Candidates born between 19 March 1999 and 18 March 2008 are eligible to apply for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 (age relaxation applicable as per category).


Application Fee for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026

CategoryApplication FeeMode
All Categories₹0Not Applicable

There is no application fee for this recruitment.


GAIL Executive Trainee Salary and Pay Scale

ComponentDetails
Pay Scale₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 (E2 Grade)
Basic Pay (During Training)₹60,000
Training Period1 Year
AllowancesVDA, Cafeteria Allowances
Variable PayPerformance Related Pay
Other BenefitsHRA/Company Accommodation, Medical, Insurance
Retirement BenefitsPF, Gratuity, Pension, Post-Retirement Medical

GAIL Executive Trainee Selection Process 2026

  1. Shortlisting based on GATE-2026 Score
  2. Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview
  3. Document Verification
  4. Medical Examination

Interview Qualifying Marks:

  • UR/OBC/EWS: 60%
  • SC/ST: 55%
  • PwBD: 50%

GAIL Executive Trainee Subject-Wise Weightage and Preparation Focus

Since shortlisting is 100% based on GATE-2026 marks, candidates should prioritize:

  • Core Engineering Subjects: ~70–75% weightage
  • Engineering Mathematics: ~10–15%
  • General Aptitude: ~15%

Preparation Focus:
A GATE score significantly above average is essential due to limited vacancies (70) and nationwide competition.


Important Links for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026

PurposeStatus
Official Notification PDFNotification link
Apply OnlineApply link
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Applications open·Feb 20, 2026·70 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Mar 18, 2026

Deadline: Mar 18, 2026 · Last date approaching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are announced in GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A total of 70 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. Is GATE-2026 mandatory for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Yes, only GATE-2026 scores are accepted.
Q3. What is the age limit for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age is 26 years for General category as on 18 March 2026.
Q4. Is there any application fee for GAIL Executive Trainee 2026?
No, there is no application fee for any category.
Q5. What is the salary of GAIL Executive Trainee?
The pay scale is ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 in E2 grade.
Q6. Can final-year students apply for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Yes, final-year (2025–26 batch) engineering students are eligible.
Q7. Is rounding off of marks allowed in eligibility?
No, rounding off is strictly not permitted.
Q8. How many disciplines are covered under GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Four disciplines: Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation.
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