How to Get a Job in Government PSUs in India (2026 Guide)

What Are PSUs? Government-owned companies like ONGC, SAIL, BHEL, NTPC, GAIL, IOCL, Coal India, AAI, HAL, BEL.

Main Recruitment Routes: 1. Through GATE, 2. Non-GATE PSU exams, 3. UPSC / SSC recruitment, 4. Apprenticeships → absorption

Get PSU Job Through GATE: -> Apply for GATE -> Score high rank -> Apply to PSUs -> GD/GT + Interview & Target Rank: Under 300 for top PSUs

Separate exams by: -> CIL MT -> AAI JE ATC / JE Electrical/Civil -> SAIL MT -> ISRO -> DRDO -> FCI -> RVNL, IRCON, DFCCIL. Ideal for candidates with low GATE score or non-engineering background.

UPSC & SSC Route - UPSC ESE (IES) -> Technical Govt departments SSC JE -> CPWD, MES, BRO SSC CGL -> FCI, Railways, Central Govt bodies

Qualification Needed: B.Tech / Diploma / MBA / B.Com / B.Sc / BA / LLB, Age limit: 28–30 years (varies by PSU)

Top PSU Exams to Target 2026: GATE 2026, AAI ATC, CIL MT, SAIL MT, FCI, ISRO, DRDO, SSC JE, UPSC ESE

Preparation Strategy: -> Strong technical basics -> Previous year PSU question papers -> Online mock tests -> Project knowledge -> Soft skills: communication + teamwork

Salary & Perks: ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000/month, Govt job security, PF + Medical + HRA + Bonus, Excellent work-life balance

Pro Tips: -> Apply widely -> Follow PSU career pages -> Track notifications daily -> Start preparing early -> Be consistent & focused