Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) has released the official recruitment notification for Executive Trainee (ET) – 70 vacancies for the year 2026. This is a major opportunity for engineering graduates to join one of India’s leading Maharatna Public Sector Undertakings.
About GAIL
GAIL (India) Limited is India’s flagship natural gas company, involved in gas transmission, marketing, petrochemicals, LNG, and LPG operations. It offers excellent career prospects, competitive salary, and long-term job security under central government employment.
Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 70
- Post Name: Executive Trainee (ET)
- Discipline-wise Vacancies:
- Chemical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant discipline.
- Candidates must have appeared for GATE 2026 in the relevant paper.
Age Limit:
- Maximum age of 26 years as of the last date.
- Age relaxations applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other reserved categories.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 20 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 18 March 2026 (till 18:00 hrs)
Candidates should complete their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on GATE 2026 Score – Candidates will be shortlisted using their GATE marks.
- Interview / Group Discussion – Shortlisted candidates will be called for further rounds such as Interview or Group Discussion.
- Final Selection & Medical Fitness – Final offer will be given after medical fitness certification.
Pay Scale & Benefits
- Salary: ₹60,000 to ₹1,80,000 per month (approx)
- Executive Trainees will be offered competitive pay along with government allowances and perks as per GAIL (India) Limited rules.
Application Fees
- There is no application fee/processing fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/others), making this a free recruitment process.
How to Apply
- Visit the official GAIL career portal: gailonline.com
- Find the recruitment notification for Executive Trainee through GATE 2026.
- Read all instructions carefully before starting the application.
- Register and fill in the online form with all required details.
- Upload necessary documents and submit the form before the deadline.
Make sure all details are correct before submission, as edits may not be allowed after final submission.
The GAIL Recruitment 2026 drive for 70 Executive Trainee positions is a valuable opportunity for engineering aspirants who appeared for GATE 2026. With a strong salary package, central government status, and excellent career growth, this is one of the most sought-after PSU recruitments of the year.
