GAIL Recruitment through GATE 2023: GAIL (India) Limited is seeking graduate engineers for Executive Trainee posts in Chemical, Civil, GATELTEL (TC/TM), and BIS departments. Candidates interested in applying for GAIL are mandated to appear for the GATE 2023 examination. The selection of the candidates is based on their GATE 2023 score and subsequent performance in the group discussion/personal interview.
What is GAIL?
GAIL (India) Limited is a Maharatna PSU and India’s largest natural gas company ranked among top gas utilities in Asia. Activities at GAIL include Gas Transmission and Marketing to Processing (for fractionating LPG, Propane, SBP Solvent, and Pentane); transmission of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG); production and marketing of Petrochemicals like HDPE and LLDPE and many others.
With a turnover of USD 8.9 billion which is approximately INR 56,742 crore, GAIL has an efficient workforce of about 4,000 employees. Every year GAIL hires several engineering graduates to join the PSU based on their GATE scores. Check PSU Recruitment through GATE
Authorities have released GAIL Recruitment through GATE 2023 Notification PDF on August 31, 2022. Candidates can check the detailed notification PDF below-
Candidates are mandated to appear for GATE 2023 to be eligible for GAIL recruitment. The table gives all the important dates for GAIL recruitment through GATE 2023-
Event | Date |
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GATE 2023 Application Form Release | August 30, 2022 |
Last Date for GATE 2023 Registration without Late Fee | October 7, 2022 |
Last Date for GATE 2023 Registration with Late Fee | October 14, 2022 |
GATE 2023 Admit Card | January 3, 2023 |
GATE 2023 Exam Dates | February 4, 5, 11, and 12, 2023 |
GATE 2023 Result | March 16, 2023 |
Start Date of GAIL Recruitment Registration | February 14, 2023 |
Last Date of Online GAIL Recruitment Application | March 15, 2023 |
Group Discussion/ Personal Interview | To be announced soon |
Candidates applying for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2023 need to qualify GATE 2023. They must therefore first fulfill GATE 2023 Eligibility Criteria and qualify the exam to apply for GAIL recruitment. Check GATE 2023 Eligibility Criteria
The minimum educational qualification required for the GAIL Executive Trainee recruitment through GATE under different departments is a minimum of 65% marks in B.Tech while SC/ ST/ PwBD category candidates need a minimum 60% in B.Tech. Candidates can further check the detailed eligibility in the section below-
Departments | Educational Qualification Required |
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Chemical | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Chemical/Petrochemical /Chemical Technology / Petrochemical Technology /Chemical Technology & Polymer Science/ Chemical Technology & Plastic Technology |
Civil | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Civil |
GAILTEL TC/TM | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in Electronics / Electronics & Communication /Electronics & Telecommunication / Telecommunication / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical & Telecommunication |
BIS | - Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in Computer Science / Information Technology with minimum 65% marks OR - Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 60% marks and 03 years Master’s Degree in Computer Application (MCA) with minimum 65 % marks |
Additionally, candidates must also note that-
GAIL implements age limit criteria for all its applicants. There is age relaxation for applicants belonging to various reserved categories. Candidates should remember that the maximum upper age of the applicant shall not exceed 56 years including all possible age relaxations.
The table below covers GAIL recruitment through GATE 2023 age limit for the candidates and also the age relaxations-
Category | Upper Age Limit | Age Relaxation |
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Gen/ UR | 26 years as on March 15, 2023 | No age relaxation |
OBC-NCL | 29 years as on March 15, 2023 | 3 years age relaxation |
SC/ ST | 31 years as on March 15, 2023 | 5 years age relaxation |
PwD | 36 years as on March 15, 2023 | 10 years age relaxation |
OBC-NCL PwD | 39 years as on March 15, 2023 | 13 years age relaxation |
SC/ ST PwD | 41 years as on March 15, 2023 | 15 years age relaxation |
J&K Domicile (January 1, 1980, to December 31, 1989) | 31 years as on March 15, 2023 | 5 years age relaxation |
Candidates who have successfully registered and appeared for the GATE 2023 examination in one of the prescribed papers, as announced by GAIL, are eligible to apply for GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2023.
Department | GATE Paper | GATE Syllabus |
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Chemical | Chemical Engineering (CH) | GATE CH Syllabus |
Civil | Civil Engineering (CE) | GATE CE Syllabus |
GAILTEL TC/TM | Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) | GATE EC Syllabus |
BIS | Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) | GATE CS Syllabus |
The list of branches considered equivalent to each of the above 04 disciplines are given below. It may be noted that candidates having Engineering Degree/MCA [For ET (BIS) only] in a branch/discipline other than as specified below are not eligible to apply.
GAIL Department | Equivalent B.Tech Branches | GATE 2023 Paper |
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Chemical |
Chemical Petrochemical Chemical Technology Petrochemical Technology Chemical Technology & Polymer Science Chemical Technology & Plastic Technology |
Chemical Engineering (CH) |
Civil |
Civil |
Civil Engineering (CE) |
GAILTEL TC/TM |
Electronics Electronics & Communication Electronics & Telecommunication Telecommunication Electrical & Electronics Electrical & Telecommunication |
Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) |
BIS |
Computer Science Information Technology Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s Degree in Computer Application (MCA) |
Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) |
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The important details that candidates need to remember regarding their medical fitness and health are discussed below:
Candidates are advised to go through the detailed guidelines on Medical Standards/ Norms for Medical Fitness and Pre‐ Employment Medical Examination before they apply. The document is available in the “Careers” section of the GAIL website.
GAIL Medical Fitness and Health Guidelines
The candidates who satisfy the above eligibility criteria will undergo further scrutiny. The various steps involved in GAIL Executive Trainee Recruitment through GATE 2023 process are as follows:
The essential documents during the screening process are as follows:
Executive trainees are hired under E2 grade as per GAIL corporate ladder. The salary and compensation awarded to the selected candidates are mentioned in the table below:
Particulars | Details |
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Basic Salary | Rs.60,000/ - 1,80,000/- (E2 Level Executive Trainees) |
Pay and Allowances | Basic Pay as applicable in the grade, Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) at the applicable rates, and perks & allowances under the cafeteria approach. |
Variable Pay | Performance Related Pay based on individual and organizational performance. |
Other Benefits | Company Accommodation / Leased Accommodation / HRA, medical facility, group insurance, etc. |
Superannuation Benefits | Besides Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Pension, employees who superannuate from GAIL after rendering 15 years of service will also be entitled to Post-Retirement Medical Benefits. |
Based on their performance and experience, employees get promoted to higher grades in the GAIL corporate ladder. The table below discusses the basic salary structure for various grades.
Grade | Pay Scale | Designation |
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E-9 | 150000 – 300000 | Executive Director |
E-8 | 120000 – 280000 | Chief General Manager |
E-7 | 120000 – 280000 | General Manager |
E-6 | 100000 – 260000 | Dy. General Manager |
E-5 | 90000 – 240000 | Chief Manager |
E-4 | 80000 – 220000 | Sr. Manager |
E-3 | 70000 – 200000 | Manager |
E-2 | 60000 – 180000 | Sr. Engineer /Sr. Officer |
E-1 | 50000 – 160000 | Engineer / Officer |
The most important points that candidates need to remember are:
GAIL Recruitment through GATE 2023 Cut off will be released along with the release of the names of shortlisted candidates. Candidates can however check the previous year GATE PSU Cut off for GAIL Recruitment below-
Discipline | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
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Chemical | 62 | 53.33 | 53 | 42.67 | 50 |
Instrumentation | 52.67 | 52.67 | 26 | 26 | 36.67 |
Discipline | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | PH |
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Mechanical | 77.28 | 73.24 | 63.54 | 55.72 | 35.85 |
Electrical | 68.33 | 63 | 51.67 | 45.33 | 26.33 |
Instrumentation | 69.67 | 61.33 | 44.33 | 41.33 | 37.33 |
Chemical | 82 | 75.32 | 64 | 65.88 | 40.12 |
Discipline | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | PH |
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Chemical | 144 | 215 | 312 | 744 | 2440 |
Mechanical | 70 | 132 | - | 2679 | 41938 |
Electrical | 75 | 135 | 999 | 1086 | - |
Instrumentation | 73 | 96 | - | 1188 | - |
Civil | 22 | 65 | - | 693 | - |
Business Information System (BIS) | 68 | 117 | 447 | - | - |
Discipline | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | PH |
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Mechanical | 85.38 | 92.00 | 70.69 | 47.48 | — |
Electrical | 75.45 | 78.19 | 61.49 | 56.72 | 28.57 |
Chemical | 62.33 | 65.33 | 57.00 | 45.33 | — |
BIS | 73.48 | 61.99 | 57.76 | — | — |
Instrumentation | 71.33 | 66.67 | — | 49.67 | — |
Telecom/Telemetry | 71.03 | 68.45 | 60.72 | 48.71 | 38.26 |
Discipline | GEN | OBC | SC | ST |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mechanical | 325 | 444 | 2147 | 6266 |
Electrical | 135 | 280 | 1700 | 2845 |
Instrumentation | 162 | 224 | 1042 | 5535 |
Chemical | 132 | 263 | 1112 | 840 |
Ques. Is GATE compulsory for GAIL recruitment?
Ans. Yes. Candidates are required to appear for and qualify GATE 2023 examination to be eligible for the GAIL recruitment process.
Ques. Can I apply for the GAIL recruitment with my GATE 2022 score?
Ans. No. Candidates must provide a valid GATE 2023 score for this GAIL recruitment process. GATE 2022 or prior scores are invalid.
Ques. What is the application fee for GAIL recruitment?
Ans. There is no separate application fee for GAIL recruitment. Candidates only require a valid GATE 2023 registration number to apply.
Ques. Is there an age limit for GATE 2023 and GAIL recruitment?
Ans. There is no upper age limit for GATE 2023. However, there are certain age limits and restrictions for GAIL recruitment.
Category | Age Limit & Age Relaxation |
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General/Unreserved (UR) | No age relaxation (The upper age limit is 26 years as on March 15, 2023) |
Other Backward Class (OBC-NCL) | 3 years age relaxation (The upper age limit is 29 years as on March 15, 2023) |
Scheduled Caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 years age relaxation (The upper age limit is 31 years as on March 15, 2023) |
Person with Disability (PwD) | 10 years age relaxation (The upper age limit is 36 years as on March 15, 2023) |
PwD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years age relaxation (The upper age limit is 39 years as on March 15, 2023) |
PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years age relaxation (The upper age limit is 41 years as on March 15, 2023) |
J&K domicile candidates (January 1, 1980, to December 31, 1989) | 5 years age relaxation (The upper age limit is 31 years as on March 15, 2023) |
Candidates should remember that the maximum upper age of the applicant shall not exceed 56 years including all possible age relaxations.
Ques. What is the total number of vacancies?
Ans. In due time, GAIL will announce the overall number of openings by discipline, which may increase or decrease depending on the company's needs.
Ques. Can I apply for GAIL, if I have appeared in a GATE paper other than that specified?
Ans. No. Candidates who have appeared only for the specified GATE papers are eligible to apply for GAIL recruitment.
Post/ Discipline | GATE Paper (Code) |
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Executive Trainee (Chemical) |
Chemical Engineering (CH) |
Executive Trainee (Civil) |
Civil Engineering (CE) |
Executive Trainee (GAILTEL TC/TM) |
Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) |
Executive Trainee (BIS) |
Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) |
Ques. When will GAIL recruitment start?
Ans. GAIL recruitment will commence on February 14th, 2023, and conclude on March 15th, 2023.
Ques. Is GATE score compulsory for PSUs?
Ans. Several PSUs like BHEL, GAIL, SAIL, ONGC, etc., shortlist candidates based on a valid GATE score. It depends on the PSUs whether the GATE qualification is compulsory or not.
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