GAIL (India) Limited, a leading company in the energy sector, is inviting applications for the position of Executive Trainee. This recruitment is open to fresh engineering graduates through the GATE-2025 exam. If you’re an engineering graduate and interested in a career with one of India’s top public sector companies, this could be a great opportunity!
Key Dates
- Start of Online Application: 17th February 2025 (from 11:00 AM)
- End of Online Application: 18th March 2025 (by 6:00 PM)
Application Fee
- There’s no application fee for applying to these positions, so it’s completely free to apply.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Scale | Number of Vacancies | PwBD Categories Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Trainee (Chemical) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 | 21 (General: 8, EWS: 2, OBC: 6, SC: 3, ST: 2) | B, LV, HH, OA, OL, Dw, AAV, ASD (M), SLD, MI, MD |
| Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 | 17 (General: 9, EWS: 1, OBC: 4, SC: 2, ST: 1) | D, HH, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, ASD (M), SLD, MI, MD |
| Executive Trainee (Electrical) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 | 14 (General: 6, EWS: 1, OBC: 4, SC: 2, ST: 1) | D, HH, OL, Dw, AAV, ASD (M), SLD, MI, MD |
| Executive Trainee (Mechanical) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 | 8 (General: 4, OBC: 2, SC: 1, ST: 1) | D, HH, OA, OL, Dw, AAV, SLD, MI, MD |
| Executive Trainee (BIS) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 | 13 (General: 5, EWS: 1, OBC: 4, SC: 2, ST: 1) | B, LV, D, HH, OA, OL, OAL, BL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD, MI, MD |
Total Vacancies: 73
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- Executive Trainee (Chemical):
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related disciplines (e.g., Petrochemical, Chemical Technology) with a minimum of 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (Instrumentation):
- Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electrical & Instrumentation, or related fields with a minimum of 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (Electrical):
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields with a minimum of 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (Mechanical):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production, Manufacturing, or related disciplines with a minimum of 65% marks.
- Executive Trainee (BIS):
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with a minimum of 65% marks, OR
- A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks and a Master’s degree in Computer Application (MCA) with a minimum of 65% marks.
Age Limit
- You must be 26 years old or younger as of 18th March 2025.
Age Relaxations:
- SC/ST candidates get a 5-year relaxation.
- OBC (NCL) candidates get a 3-year relaxation.
- PwBD candidates get a 10-year relaxation (for general and EWS categories), 13 years (for OBC), and 15 years (for SC/ST).
- Ex-Servicemen are also given age relaxations based on their service duration.
Selection Process
- GATE-2025: The first step is to appear for the GATE-2025 exam. Your GATE score will be used to shortlist candidates for further selection.
- Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews or other selection rounds, if required.
Training & Placement
- Training Period: Selected candidates will go through 1 year of training during which they’ll receive a stipend.
- Post-Training: After completing the training successfully, candidates will be confirmed in their positions and continue working with GAIL.
Medical Fitness
- All selected candidates will undergo a medical examination to confirm their fitness for the role. Medical clearance is mandatory before final appointment.
How to Apply
- Step 1: Make sure you have registered for the GATE-2025 exam.
- Step 2: Visit the official GAIL career portal and fill out the online application form.
- Step 3: Upload necessary documents, such as your educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and PwBD certificate (if applicable).
Benefits
- Salary during Training: ₹60,000 to ₹1,80,000 per month.
- Post-Training: After training, you’ll continue to receive a competitive salary with additional benefits like medical insurance, retirement plans, and allowances for housing, transport, and more.
- Job Security: As a government-owned company, GAIL offers a stable career with long-term growth.


