GAIL India Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 Through GATE – Apply for 70 Posts | Chemical, Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical – GAIL (India) Limited Recruitment 2026

CRITICAL: ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY VIA GAIL WEBSITE

Pre-requisites:

1. Must have appeared in GATE-2026
2. Must have GATE-2026 Admit Card with Registration Number
3. Must have valid Email ID and Mobile Number

Step-by-Step Application Process:

STEP 1: Register for GATE-2026 (if not done already)

• Visit: https://gate2026.iitg.ac.in
• Register for GATE-2026 in relevant paper (CH/IN/EE/ME)
• Download GATE-2026 Admit Card

STEP 2: Note GATE Details

• GATE-2026 Registration Number (from admit card)
• GATE Paper Code
• Name (exactly as in GATE admit card)

STEP 3: Visit GAIL Application Portal

• Go to: https://gailonline.com
• Click on "Careers" section
• Find "Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 through GATE"
• Link active from: 20.02.2026 (11:00 AM) to 18.03.2026 (6:00 PM)

STEP 4: Start Online Application

• Click on "Apply Online" link
• Read all instructions carefully
• Click "Proceed to Apply"

STEP 5: Fill Personal Details

• Full Name (exactly as in GATE-2026 Admit Card)
• Father's/Mother's Name
• Date of Birth
• Age (as on 18.03.2026)
• Gender
• Category (UR/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD)
• Nationality (Indian only)
• PwBD Category (if applicable)

STEP 6: Fill Contact Details

• Email ID: Valid and active (MANDATORY)
• Mobile Number: Active (MANDATORY)
• Permanent Address
• Correspondence Address
• State/City

STEP 7: Fill GATE Details

• GATE-2026 Registration Number (Enter CAREFULLY)
• GATE Paper Code (CH/IN/EE/ME)
• GATE Exam Centre

STEP 8: Select Post/Discipline

• Select ONE discipline only:
  • Executive Trainee (Chemical) OR
  • Executive Trainee (Instrumentation) OR
  • Executive Trainee (Electrical) OR
  • Executive Trainee (Mechanical)
• Cannot apply for multiple posts

STEP 9: Fill Educational Qualification

• 10th Details (Board, Year, Percentage)
• 12th Details
• Engineering Degree Details:
  • University/Institute name
  • Branch/Discipline
  • Year of Passing (or Expected Year)
  • Percentage/CGPA
  • All semester/year marks
• Integrated dual degree (if applicable)

STEP 10: Fill Experience Details (if applicable)

• Organization name
• Designation
• Period (from-to)
• Nature of work
• Current CTC

STEP 11: Upload Documents

• Recent passport size photograph (JPG/JPEG, size as specified)
• Signature (JPG/JPEG)
• Same photo as submitted in GATE-2026

STEP 12: Declaration

• Read all declarations carefully
• Accept terms and conditions
• Confirm all information is correct

STEP 13: Preview Application

• Review entire application carefully
• Check all details (especially GATE Registration Number)
• No changes allowed after submission

STEP 14: Final Submission

• Click "Submit" button
• Unique Registration Number generated by system
• Confirmation message displayed
• Auto-generated email sent to registered email ID

STEP 15: Take Printout

• Download/Print application form
• Sign the printout as per instructions
• Keep safely - required at interview
• DO NOT send to GAIL office

GAIL (India) Limited is a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking and India's flagship Natural Gas company.

Organization Profile:

• Status: Maharatna PSU
• Ministry: Under Government of India
• Corporate Office: GAIL Bhawan, 16, Bhikaiji Cama Place, New Delhi - 110066
• Phone: 011-26172580
• Email: career@gail.co.in
• CIN: L40200DL1984GOI018976
• Website: www.gail.co.in

Business Operations: GAIL integrates all aspects of the Natural Gas value chain:

• Exploration & Production
• Processing
• Transmission
• Distribution
• Marketing and related services

Vision: Spearheading the move to clean fuel industrialization by creating a quadrilateral of green energy corridors connecting major consumption centres in India with gas fields, LNG terminals and cross-border gas sourcing points.

1. Post Name & Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 70

Post-wise Distribution:

Grade: E2 Pay Scale: ₹60,000 - 1,80,000/-

PwBD Reservation Details:

Out of 70 vacancies, 09 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs) as follows:

PwBD Categories:

• Category A: B (Blind), LV (Low Vision)
• Category B: D (Deaf), HH (Hard of Hearing)
• Category C: OA (One Arm), OL (One Leg), CP (Cerebral Palsy), LC (Leprosy Cured), Dw (Dwarfism), AAV (Acid Attack Victims)
• Category D: ASD (M) (Autism Spectrum Disorder - Mild), SLD (Specific Learning Disability), MI (Mental Illness)
• Category E: MD (Multiple Disability) involving categories (A) to (D) above

2. Educational Qualification (Post-wise)

Essential Qualification (BE/BTech/BSc Engineering):

Qualification Requirements:

1. Eligible Candidates:
   • 2025 Pass-outs: Completed BE/BTech in 2025
   • Final Year Students: Currently in final year (2025-26)
2. Not Eligible:
   • Candidates who completed BE/BTech in 2024 or earlier
3. Minimum Marks:
   • UR/EWS/OBC (NCL): Minimum 65% marks
   • SC/ST/PwBD: Minimum 60% marks (5% relaxation)
4. For Final Year Students:
   • Must have minimum 65% (UR/EWS/OBC) or 60% (SC/ST/PwBD) in aggregate up to last semester/year at time of applying
   • Final selection subject to obtaining same percentage in final degree
   • Must submit final degree certificate (at least provisional) and all mark sheets
5. Integrated Dual Degree:
   • Candidates with 5 years BE/BTech + ME/MTech integrated dual degree also eligible
6. Integrated MBA/MSc:
   • BE/BTech + MBA or BE/BTech + MSc also considered if final percentage meets criteria

Important:

• Full-time regular courses only
• From UGC recognized Indian University/AICTE approved institutions
• CGPA/OGPA/Letter Grade: Equivalent percentage as per university norms (certificate required)
• No rounding off: 64.99% ≠ 65%

3. GATE-2026 Requirement

MANDATORY: Valid GATE-2026 Score

GATE Paper Requirements:

Important:

• ONLY GATE-2026 marks valid for this recruitment
• GATE 2025 or earlier marks NOT accepted
• Must have GATE-2026 Admit Card
• Must have valid GATE-2026 Registration Number
• Must apply in relevant GATE paper matching post discipline

4. Age Limit (as on 18.03.2026)

Maximum Age: 26 years

Age Calculation Date: 18.03.2026

Age Relaxation:

Important Notes:

• Age relaxation applicable only for reserved posts (except PwBD)
• PwBD candidates get age relaxation irrespective of post being reserved or not (if post suitable for PwBD)
• Maximum upper age not to exceed 56 years including all relaxations

5. Salary / Emoluments

Pay Scale: ₹60,000 - 1,80,000/-

During Training cum Probation (1 Year):

• Basic Pay: ₹60,000/- per month
• Grade: E-2 (Executive Trainee)

After Successful Completion of Training:

• Grade: E-2 (Regular Employee)
• Pay Scale: ₹60,000 - 1,80,000/-

Salary Components:

1. Basic Pay: As per grade
2. VDA: Variable Dearness Allowance (at applicable rates)
3. Perks & Allowances: Under cafeteria approach
4. Variable Pay: Performance Related Pay (PRP) based on individual and organizational performance

Additional Benefits:

Accommodation:

• Company Accommodation OR
• Leased Accommodation OR
• HRA (House Rent Allowance)

Medical Benefits:

• Medical facility for self and dependents
• Group Insurance

Superannuation Benefits:

• Contributory Provident Fund (CPF)
• Gratuity
• Pension
• Post-Retirement Medical Benefits (after minimum 15 years service)

Note:

• No protection of pay admissible
• All benefits as per company policy (amended from time to time)
• Approximate CTC: ₹8-10 Lakh per annum

6. Selection Process

Multi-Stage Selection Process:

Stage 1: GATE-2026 Marks

• Shortlisting based on GATE-2026 marks
• Only GATE-2026 marks valid (not GATE 2025 or earlier)
• Shortlisted candidates called for further process

Stage 2: Group Discussion (if applicable)

• Not conducted for: PwBD Cat. B, Cat. D, Cat. E
• Alternative for PwBD: Case Study/Writing Exercise or other tool
• Minimum Qualifying Marks:
  • UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS: 40%
  • SC/ST/PwBD: 35%

Stage 3: Personal Interview

• Conducted by Selection Committee
• Minimum Qualifying Marks:
  • UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS: 60%
  • SC/ST: 55%
  • PwBD: 50%

Stage 4: Medical Fitness

• Pre-Employment Medical Examination mandatory
• From Central/State Govt Hospital (minimum District Hospital status) OR GAIL empanelled hospitals
• Medical fitness as per GAIL standards
• Acceptance subject to CMO, GAIL approval

Important:

• Selection process tentative and may vary
• GAIL reserves right to modify process
• Final selection list published on www.gailonline.com

7. Application Fee

No Application Fee

There is no separate fee for applying for Executive Trainee posts in GAIL.

8. Important Dates

Note: All updates only on https://gailonline.com

9. Required Documents

Documents Required at Interview Stage:

A) GATE Documents:

1. Original GATE-2026 Admit Card
2. GATE-2026 Official Score Card

B) Application Documents: 3. Printout of online application form (signed) 4. Passport size photograph (same as GATE-2026)

C) Educational Certificates: 5. Date of Birth proof (10th Certificate/Marksheet) 6. All semester/year wise marksheets (10th onwards) 7. Degree certificates/Provisional certificates 8. Diploma certificates (if any)

D) Experience Documents (if applicable): 9. Offer letter 10. Last pay slip 11. Experience certificates 12. Employer-issued documents

E) Category Certificates (if applicable):

SC/ST:

• Caste certificate in prescribed format
• From Competent Authority as per GoI norms

OBC (NCL):

• Latest caste certificate (issued in year of advertisement)
• In prescribed format (DOPT Memo No. 36036/2/2013-Estt.(Res.) dated 30-05-2014)
• From Competent Authority
• Caste name must appear in Central List of OBCs
• Self-undertaking at time of selection process

EWS:

• Income and Asset Certificate
• From Competent Authority (as per DOPT OM No. 36039/1/2019-Estt(Res) dated 31.01.2019)
• Valid for financial year 2025-26
• Based on income/asset verification for FY 2024-25

PwBD:

• Disability certificate (minimum 40% disability)
• As per Ministry of Social Justice format (GSR 591(E) dated 15.06.2017)

Ex-Servicemen:

• Ex-servicemen proof

F) NOC (if applicable):

• NOC/Forwarding Letter from present employer
• Mandatory for Central/State Govt/PSU/Semi-Govt employees

G) Other Documents:

• PAN Card
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank details

Important:

• All originals + one set of self-attested photocopies
• Prescribed formats available on https://careers.gail.co.in
• Failure to produce documents = candidature not considered

GATE Requirements:

1. GATE-2026 Mandatory: Must have valid GATE-2026 Registration Number and Admit Card.
2. Correct Paper: Must have appeared in correct GATE paper matching post (CH/IN/EE/ME).
3. GATE-2026 Only: GATE 2025 or earlier marks NOT valid.

Eligibility:

4. Year of Passing: Only 2025 pass-outs or 2025-26 final year students eligible.
5. 2024 Pass-outs Not Eligible: Candidates who completed engineering in 2024 or earlier NOT eligible.
6. Minimum Marks: UR/EWS/OBC: 65% | SC/ST/PwBD: 60%
7. Full-Time Only: Only full-time regular courses eligible.
8. Relevant Discipline: Degree must be in relevant branch as specified.

Application Process:

9. Online Only: Apply ONLY through https://gailonline.com - No other mode accepted.
10. One Post Only: Can apply for ONE discipline/post only. Multiple applications = rejection.
11. Correct GATE Number: Enter GATE-2026 Registration Number carefully - no changes allowed.
12. Name Matching: Name must match GATE-2026 Admit Card exactly.
13. No Changes: Once submitted, NO changes in any data/particulars.
14. Valid Email/Mobile: Must be active for at least 1 year. All communications via email only.
15. No Printout to GAIL: Do NOT send application printout to GAIL offices.

Category & Reservation:

16. Category Change Not Allowed: Once selected in application, category cannot be changed.
17. OBC Creamy Layer: OBC creamy layer candidates must apply as General (UR).
18. Certificates Mandatory: SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificates in prescribed format required at interview.
19. EWS Certificate: Valid for FY 2025-26 based on FY 2024-25 income/assets.
20. OBC Certificate: Must be issued in year of advertisement.
21. PwBD: Minimum 40% disability required.

NOC & Employment:

22. NOC Mandatory: Govt/PSU employees must produce NOC at interview stage.
23. Failure to Produce NOC: Candidature not considered.

Selection Process:

24. Medical Fitness: Appointment subject to medical fitness as per GAIL standards.
25. Interview Qualification: Must score minimum qualifying marks in GD and Interview.
26. False Information: Furnishing wrong/false/incomplete information = disqualification/termination.

GAIL Rights:

27. GAIL Discretion: GAIL reserves right to raise eligibility standards, cancel/modify recruitment.
28. No Entitlement: Mere possession of qualification doesn't entitle selection/interview call.
29. Shortlisting: Based on GATE marks - GAIL's decision final.

Important Warnings:

30. Canvassing Prohibited: Canvassing directly or indirectly = disqualification.
31. Indian Nationals Only: Only Indian citizens eligible.
32. Beware of Fraud: Don't believe fake advertisements. Rely only on https://gailonline.com

Communication:

33. Website Updates: All updates/corrigendum only on https://gailonline.com - check regularly.
34. Email Communication: All correspondence via email only.

Legal:

35. Jurisdiction: Delhi High Court only for legal disputes.