The GRID-INDIA internship, named विद्युत प्रज्ञा, is a six-month programme in Power System Simulation Studies. Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has released the detailed advertisement, Ref. No. 2026_27/Internship/01 dated 21 October 2026, on grid-india.in. It is open to engineering graduates, postgraduates and research scholars looking for an internship in power systems.
The programme has 15 seats at the National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) and the Regional Load Despatch Centres (RLDCs). The stipend is ₹50,000 a month for six months. GRID-INDIA shortlists candidates on eligibility and calls them for an interaction at NLDC, New Delhi. The last date to apply is 6 November 2026. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official GRID-INDIA notice No. 2026_27/Internship/01 dated 21 October 2026.
Last verified: 23 October 2026.
GRID-INDIA is taking 15 interns for the विद्युत प्रज्ञा programme in Power System Simulation Studies. The stipend is ₹50,000 a month for six months, and candidates are shortlisted on eligibility with preference for desirable qualifications. Candidates must apply online on recruitment.grid-india.in by 6 November 2026.
Quick Summary of GRID-INDIA Internship 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) |
| Programme | विद्युत प्रज्ञा |
| Work Area | Power System Simulation Studies |
| Total Seats | 15 |
| Stipend | ₹50,000 per month, all-inclusive |
| Duration | 6 months, extendable by 3 months |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc (Engg.)/IDD in Electrical disciplines, minimum 65% |
| Age Limit | 18 to 32 years on 6 November 2026 |
| Nationality | Indian nationals only |
| Selection | Shortlisting, then interaction at NLDC, New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 6 November 2026 |
About GRID-INDIA
GRID-INDIA is a Miniratna-I and Schedule “A” Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), wholly owned by the Government of India under the Ministry of Power. It operates the NLDC and the five RLDCs, and it carries out the technical studies that keep the Indian power system secure, reliable and efficient.
The notice says renewable energy, changing generation and demand patterns, and new grid technologies are raising the need for simulation skills. These include load-flow, dynamic and electro-magnetic transient studies. The GRID-INDIA internship gives interns structured exposure to simulation and modelling tools used on the Indian power system.
Centre-wise Seats and Stipend
Interns in the GRID-INDIA internship train at NLDC or at one of the RLDCs. All seats carry the same stipend and the same six-month term.
| Centre | Seats | Stipend | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERLDC, Kolkata | 2 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
| NERLDC, Guwahati | 1 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
| NRLDC, New Delhi | 3 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
| WRLDC, Mumbai | 3 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
| SRLDC, Bangalore | 3 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
| NLDC, New Delhi | 3 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
| Total | 15 | ₹50,000 | 6 months |
Candidates may state a preferred internship location. GRID-INDIA will try to meet the preference, subject to free slots. It does not change a location after the offer is issued.
NERLDC at Guwahati has one seat, the fewest of any centre. Candidates from Darjeeling, Sikkim and the North East may find Guwahati or Kolkata closest, and both cities have rail links with North Bengal. Each intern pays for travel and stay, so rent and daily commute need planning before a location is accepted.
This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website.
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Eligibility
Only Indian nationals can apply. Candidates for the GRID-INDIA internship must be available for full-time, on-site work at the centre named in the offer letter, and must join on the date GRID-INDIA sets.
Minimum qualification
A full-time regular degree in B.E., B.Tech., B.Sc (Engg.) or IDD (Integrated Dual Degree) in Electrical, Electrical (Power), Electrical and Electronics, Power Systems Engineering or Power Engineering (Electrical). The degree must come from a recognised university or institute in India. Marks must be 65% or an equivalent CGPA. Candidates from SC, ST and PwBD categories (Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and persons with benchmark disabilities) need pass marks.
The degree must be complete on or before 6 November 2026. The issue date of the final marksheet counts as the date of acquiring the qualification.
Candidates with a CGPA or letter grade must state the equivalent percentage in the application form, as per their university’s norms. Where the university has no conversion scheme, the percentage is the CGPA divided by the maximum CGPA, multiplied by 100. Percentages run to two decimal places, and rounding up does not meet the threshold.
Desirable qualification
Candidates with these qualifications get preference in shortlisting:
- Full-time regular M.Tech., MSR or M.E. in Power Systems or a closely related specialisation. Final semester students can apply.
- Ph.D. in Power Systems or a closely related specialisation. Research scholars pursuing the degree can apply.
Both qualifications must be from a recognised institution or university in India. Postgraduate, MSR and Ph.D. candidates need a No Objection Certificate from their college or university.
Age limit
The age must be at least 18 years and not more than 32 years on 6 November 2026. Relaxation in the upper age limit follows Government of India directives. Candidates can check their age on the cut-off date with this age calculator.
Who cannot apply
- Candidates who are not Indian nationals.
- Candidates awaiting final undergraduate results on 6 November 2026.
- Candidates who took benefits under the PM Internship Scheme from any organisation.
- Candidates who did an apprenticeship in a Central or State Government organisation under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) or another applicable scheme.
Selection Process
The notice describes shortlisting and an interaction for the GRID-INDIA internship. It names no written test.
- GRID-INDIA shortlists candidates on the minimum eligibility criteria. Candidates with desirable qualifications get preference, and so do candidates who have not been employed before.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for an interaction at NLDC, New Delhi. No travel or daily allowance (TA/DA) is paid for it.
- GRID-INDIA checks marksheets, transcripts and certificates against the official copies, at the interaction and before the final offer.
- Selected candidates receive an offer of internship with terms and conditions, and the internship location.
GRID-INDIA says it will work towards social inclusion and diversity in the selection. Selection for the GRID-INDIA internship depends on verification of eligibility, academic credentials, employment history and declarations. False or misleading information can lead to cancellation of the candidature or the end of the internship.
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How to Apply for GRID-INDIA Internship 2026
GRID-INDIA takes applications only through the online portal on its official website. The notice sets no application fee.
- Check eligibility against the cut-off date of 6 November 2026.
- Open the application portal on recruitment.grid-india.in.
- Fill in the form and enter the equivalent percentage of marks where a CGPA or grade was awarded.
- Give a preferred internship location.
- Submit the application on or before 6 November 2026.
- Add internshippsss@grid-india.in to the email address book. All correspondence goes to the registered email ID.
Documents to keep ready
- Official marksheets, transcripts or certificates of the qualifying degrees
- Final marksheet of the B.E., B.Tech., B.Sc (Engg.) or IDD degree
- No Objection Certificate, for postgraduate, MSR and Ph.D. candidates
Candidates should apply for the GRID-INDIA internship before the last day. GRID-INDIA will not take complaints about incompatible systems, user error or poor internet connectivity. It answers queries only on internshippsss@grid-india.in, and not on any other email or social media.
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Important Dates
The portal for the GRID-INDIA internship opened on 22 October 2026 and closes on 6 November 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 21 October 2026 |
| Applications open | 22 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 6 November 2026 |
| Eligibility cut-off | 6 November 2026 |
After the Internship
The notice states that the offer of internship is not an offer of employment in GRID-INDIA. The internship gives no right to regular employment, absorption or preferential consideration in future recruitment.
Should You Apply?
This suits M.Tech., MSR and Ph.D. candidates in power systems, and graduates with 65% marks, who want hands-on work in load-flow, dynamic and electro-magnetic transient studies at a national control centre. Candidates who need a regular salaried job should skip it, since the internship leads to no employment right. The stipend is all-inclusive, and each intern pays for travel, conveyance and stay, so the real value depends on the city. With only 15 seats across the country, competition for the GRID-INDIA internship is likely to be tight.
This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website.
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Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Detailed advertisement, Ref. No. 2026_27/Internship/01 | Download detailed advertisement PDF |
| Online application | Apply online at recruitment.grid-india.in |
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FAQs
Is there an exam for GRID-INDIA internship 2026?
The notice names no written exam. GRID-INDIA shortlists candidates on the minimum eligibility criteria, with preference for desirable qualifications. Shortlisted candidates are called for an interaction at NLDC, New Delhi, and no TA/DA is paid for it.
What is the stipend for the विद्युत प्रज्ञा internship?
The stipend is ₹50,000 per month. It is all-inclusive, so no other allowances or benefits are paid. The GRID-INDIA internship runs for six months and can be extended by three months on mutual agreement, on the same terms. Interns pay any tax on the stipend.
Can final-year B.Tech. students apply for this internship?
No. The B.E. or B.Tech. degree must be complete on or before 6 November 2026. Candidates awaiting final undergraduate results on that date cannot apply. Final semester M.Tech., M.E. and MSR students can apply, with a No Objection Certificate from their institution.
Can I apply if I took the PM Internship Scheme?
No. The applicant must not have taken benefits under the PM Internship Scheme from any organisation. Candidates who did an apprenticeship in a Central or State Government organisation under NATS, NAPS or another applicable scheme also cannot apply.
Written and verified by
Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.