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GAIL Recruitment 2026 — Complete Guide
Update (April 2026): No official GAIL Recruitment 2026 notification yet. Expected in May–July 2026 at gail.nic.in. GAIL being a Maharatna PSU offers one of the highest compensation packages among Indian PSUs. GATE 2026 score is mandatory for Executive posts.
GAIL (India) Limited is India's largest natural gas company — a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. GAIL operates 16,000+ km of gas pipelines and is involved in gas transmission, gas processing, petrochemicals, and city gas distribution across India.
1. GAIL 2026 — Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | GAIL (India) Limited |
| PSU Category | Maharatna CPSE — Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas |
| Headquarters | New Delhi |
| Official Website | gail.nic.in |
| Recruitment Route | GATE 2026 (Executive) / Direct (Non-Executive) |
2. Posts & Eligibility
Executive Posts (Via GATE 2026)
| Discipline | GATE Paper | Min. Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | CH | 65% (55% SC/ST/PwD) |
| Mechanical Engineering | ME | 65% |
| Electrical Engineering | EE | 65% |
| Instrumentation / Electronics | IN / EC | 65% |
| Computer Science / IT | CS | 65% |
| Civil Engineering | CE | 65% |
Age Limit: General: 30 years; OBC-NCL: 33; SC/ST: 35; PwD: 40
Non-Executive Posts
| Post | Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Supervisor (Technical) | Diploma (3-year) + 60% | W4 Grade |
| Junior Supervisor | 10+2 + ITI | W2 Grade |
| Multi-Skill Technician | ITI (relevant trade) | W1 Grade |
3. GAIL Selection Process
Executive (GATE-based):
GATE 2026 Score → GAIL Shortlist → Group Discussion (20 marks)
→ Personal Interview (80 marks) → Medical
Non-Executive:
Written Test → Group Discussion → Personal Interview → Medical
4. GAIL Salary & Pay Scale
| Post | Grade | Basic Pay | Approx. CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive (E1) | E1 | ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 | ₹14–18 LPA |
| Senior Executive (E2) | E2 | ₹70,000–₹2,00,000 | ₹17–22 LPA |
| Supervisor (W4) | W4 | ₹40,000–₹1,40,000 | ₹8–12 LPA |
GAIL-specific benefits: Performance Related Pay (PRP), Bhavishya Nidhi, free medical (GAIL Health Plan), township/accommodation at major locations (Pata, Hazira).
5. GAIL Locations & Projects
| Location | State | Type |
|---|---|---|
| GAIL Pata | Uttar Pradesh | Petrochemical Complex |
| GAIL Hazira | Gujarat | LNG Terminal |
| GAIL DVPL Pipeline | Pan-India | 5,450 km pipeline |
| GAIL Usar | Maharashtra | Gas Processing Unit |
Official Website: gail.nic.in | Careers: gail.nic.in/career
Important Dates
Exam Timeline
Eligibility Criteria
30 Years (Executive) | 27 Years (Non-Executive) — Relaxations applicable
B.E./B.Tech for Executive (via GATE) | 10th/12th/Diploma for Non-Executive
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How to Apply
Follow this step-by-step guide to fill the GAIL Recruitment 2026 (Gas Authority of India Limited) application form correctly.
Documents Required
- Scanned Passport Size Photo (20-50kb, JPG)
- Scanned Signature (10-20kb, JPG)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
Syllabus & Pattern
Download Official Syllabus
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Download Notification PDFFrequently Asked Questions
Official Links & Resources
Official Website
https://gail.nic.inApply Online / Registration
https://gail.nic.in/careerNotification / Brochure
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