Government Jobs for Electrical Engineers 2024: Latest Vacancies

Government jobs for Electrical Engineers include roles such as Junior Engineer, Assistant Manager, Graduate Apprentice, Graduate Engineering Trainee that are consistently offered by Central and State engineering authorities in India through various leading newspapers and job portals. Candidates with bachelor's degrees in Electrical Engineering can apply for these positions.

Aspiring candidates can explore employment opportunities in Electrical Engineering with prestigious public sector undertakings (PSUs) such as BHEL, Power Grid, NTPC, NPCIL, CIL, SAIL, GAIL, ONGC, and more, aligning their qualifications and work experience.

For the convenience of candidates who have completed their Electrical Engineering degree, they can check the comprehensive list of government jobs for Electrical Engineers in both state and central government sectors given below.

Upcoming Government Jobs for Electrical Engineers 2024-25

The table below shares the upcoming government jobs for Electrical Engineers. These positions will be filled based on GATE 2024 scores. Candidates can check the list below for opportunities. 

Name of Recruitment	No. of Vacancies (Tentative)	Last Dates
NPCIL Recruitment 2024	325	To Be Announced
NTPC Assistant Manager Recruitment 2024	66	To Be Announced
ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2024	63	To Be Announced
AAI Recruitment Through GATE	100	To Be Announced
VSSC Recruitment	50	To Be Announced
NTPC Recruitment Through GATE 2024	200	To be Announced
IOCL Recruitment Through GATE 2024	–	To Be Announced
DRDO Scientist B Recruitment Through GATE 2024	–	To Be Announced
BHEL Recruitment Through GATE 2024	-	To Be Announced
CMWSSB Recruitment 2024	-	To Be Announced
APDCL Recruitment 2024	-	To Be Announced

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Upcoming AE/JE Vacancies in Central Government

The upcoming Assistant Engineer/ Junior Engineer vacancy fo the electrical engineers are shared below: 

AE/JE Exam 2024	Vacancy	Last Date to Apply
AAI ATC	400	To Be Announced
SSC JE	1324	To be announced
RRB JE	To be announced	To be announced

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Government Jobs Positions for Electrical Engineers

Central and State governments in India recruit Electrical Engineers for various roles in diverse fields, including Construction, Communications, Aviation, Housing, Renewable Energy, Irrigation, etc. Government jobs for Electrical Engineers are open for various entry-level positions, which include:

• Junior Executive Engineers
• Junior Engineers
• Trainee Engineers
• Graduate Apprentices
• Graduate Engineering Trainees (GET)
• Senior Engineers
• Executive Trainees
• Managers
• Assistant Managers
• Assistant Executive Engineers
• Executive Trainee Engineers

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Government Recruiters for Electrical Engineers 

The central government appoints Electrical Engineers as Class A officers within its diverse departments through the Engineering Services Examination (ESE/IES). The departments that recruit Electrical Engineers through the UPSC ESE exam are listed below:

• Central Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Central Power Engineering Service Group A (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Indian Engineers Defence Service
• Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electrical)
• Indian Naval Armament Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Indian Naval Material Management Service (Electrical Engineering Posts)
• Indian Skill Development Service
• Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering.
• Indian Radio Regulatory Service Group A
• Indian Telecommunication Service Group A
• Indian Naval Armament Service (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Posts)
• Defence Aeronautical Quality Assurance Service/SSO-II (Electronics and Tele)
• Junior Telecom Officer Group B
• Central Power Engineering Group A (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Posts)
• Indian Skill Development Services

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Government Jobs for Electrical Engineers Through GATE 2024 Exam

The GATE Examination is the primary gateway to all government jobs for Electrical Engineers at PSU. The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is conducted in February nationwide. All PSUs nationwide welcome Electrical Engineering applications for positions such as Assistant Engineers, Management Trainees, and Executive Engineers based on GATE scores. 

To qualify for PSU recruitment through GATE 2024, especially for executive roles, candidates must pass the GATE exam with a rank below 300. Several renowned Central Government scientific organizations, PSUs, and Metro Rail Corporations actively recruit talented Electrical Engineers. Some of these organizations include:

• Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
• Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
• Coal India Limited (CIL)
• Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
• Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
• Powergrid Corporation (PGCIL)
• Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

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Eligibility Criteria for Government Electrical Engineer Jobs 

The candidates need to meet the minimum eligibility criteria, such as the minimum percentage, GATE qualification, age limit, citizenship, etc., to be selected. Eligibility criteria for government jobs for electrical engineers typically include:

• Minimum Percentage: Some positions may require a minimum percentage in the engineering degree, often around 60% or as specified in the job notification.
• GATE Score (if applicable): For higher-level positions and in certain government organizations, a valid GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) score might be a requirement.
• Age Limit: The candidate should typically be within a certain age range, often between 21 to 30 years. However, this can vary based on the specific job and the government organization.
• Nationality/Citizenship: The candidate should be a citizen of India. In some cases, certain jobs might also be open to candidates from other countries.
• Medical Fitness: A candidate should meet the medical standards the respective government organization sets.

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