POWERGRID Officer Trainee (Law) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 07 Posts
POWERGRID (A Maharatna PSU) invites applications for Officer Trainee (Law) — 07 vacancies. Online window: 14 Nov 2025 to 05 Dec 2025. Read below for eligibility, selection process (CLAT-2026), compensation, bond, and application fee.
Quick Overview
POWERGRID is recruiting Law Graduates for the post of Officer Trainee (Law). This opportunity is for candidates with an LLB (3-year) or integrated / 5-year law degree with strong academic performance. Selection uses CLAT-2026 scores as a primary screening criterion, followed by Group Discussion, Personal Interview and pre-employment medical exam.
Eligibility & Essential Qualification
Educational Qualification
- Full-time 3-year LLB or 5-year integrated LLB with not less than 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. (Relaxation to 45% for SC/ST/PwBD as per notification.)
Age Limit
Upper age limit: 28 years as on 05 Dec 2025. (Relaxations as per Govt. of India rules for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD etc.)
Reservation & PwBD
Vacancies reserved across categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST) and horizontal reservation for PwBD. Detailed PwBD sub-categories & interchangeability rules are as per the official advertisement.
Application Fee
Non-refundable fee: ₹500 (wherever applicable). SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Selection Process & Weightage
The selection process is multi-stage. CLAT-2026 (for admission to Post-Graduation) is the mandatory qualifying exam used for shortlisting. POWERGRID will shortlist candidates category-wise for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview based on actual CLAT-2026 marks.
Shortlisting & Minimum CLAT Qualifying Marks
- Unreserved vacancies: minimum CLAT marks for consideration — 40%.
- Reserved vacancies: minimum CLAT marks — 30%.
Weightage for Final Score
- CLAT-2026 marks: 85%
- Group Discussion: 3%
- Personal Interview: 12%
Final Empanelment
Candidates must qualify separately in CLAT-2026 and Personal Interview. Final empanelment will be category-wise in proportion to vacancies and merit order.
Compensation, Bond & Benefits
Compensation
During training: CTC approx. ₹11.00 lakhs p.a. After regularization: CTC approx. ₹22.50 lakhs p.a. (varies by posting/location).
Service Agreement / Bond
Selected candidates must execute a bond to serve for at least 3 years post-training. Bond amount: ₹5,00,000 for General/OBC(NCL)/EWS; ₹2,50,000 for SC/ST/PwBD (plus applicable taxes).
Perks on Regularization
On absorption as Officer (Law) at E-2 level: basic pay, IDA, HRA or company accommodation, PF, gratuity, pension, insurance, medical facilities, laptop/mobile, performance pay and other benefits as per company policy.
How to Apply
Step-by-step application & instructions
- Register for CLAT-2026 (if not already). CLAT-2026 registration closes on 31 Oct 2025.
- Apply online on POWERGRID website: Careers → Job Opportunities → Openings → Executive Positions on All India Basis → “Recruitment of Officer Trainee (Law) through CLAT-2026”.
- POWERGRID online application window (tentative): 14 Nov 2025 (1700 hrs) to 05 Dec 2025 (2359 hrs).
- During application you must provide CLAT-2026 Application No. and Roll No, valid email ID & mobile number.
- Upload legible documents (photo, signature, DOB proof, degree & marksheets, caste certificate, PwBD certificate etc.) as per sizes and formats specified in the advertisement.
- Complete payment of application fee (if applicable) through the payment gateway before submission.
- Keep printout of submitted application and retain CLAT-2026 admit card for further stages.
Documents to Upload (selected list)
Identity & Photo
- Recent passport-size photograph (white background) — max 50 KB, .jpg
- Signature (blue/black ink) — max 50 KB, .jpg
Proofs & Certificates
- DOB proof: Matric / Birth Certificate — max 3 MB, .pdf
- Qualification certificates & mark sheets (single PDF) — max 10 MB
- Caste certificate, PwBD certificate, NOC (if applicable) — as per formats & sizes.
Important Instructions & Notes
- Only Indian nationals (age 18+) can apply.
- Relaxations in marks & age as per Govt. of India / POWERGRID rules (see advertisement for details).
- Departmental / PSU candidates must produce NOC at interview if called.
- POWERGRID will not accept hard copies — apply online only.
- All correspondence will be via registered email & candidate login; check POWERGRID careers section regularly for updates.
- Final posting may be anywhere across India or abroad; pre-employment medical fitness is mandatory.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is CLAT-2025 score acceptable?
No. Only CLAT-2026 (for admission to Post Graduation) is acceptable for this recruitment.
What is the minimum CLAT qualifying mark?
Minimum CLAT qualifying marks for consideration: 40% (UR) and 30% (Reserved).
Are SC/ST/PwBD candidates exempt from fee?
Yes — SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of application fee (₹500 for others).
About FresherJobWala
We curate verified job notifications. Always confirm final details on the official POWERGRID advertisement before applying. For queries specific to POWERGRID recruitment, email recruitment@powergrid.in (subject: OT (Law) - 2025).
Note: This post summarizes the official POWERGRID advertisement (Advt. No. CC/06/2025, Dated: 23.10.2025). For full terms, conditions and official formats visit POWERGRID’s careers page or download the PDF above.
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