Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) jobs offer some of the best salaries in the government sector. Companies like ONGC, BHEL, NTPC and IOCL recruit engineers and graduates every year through GATE and direct recruitment. Here is a complete guide.
| PSU | Posts | Recruitment Mode | Salary (CTC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONGC | AEE, Chemist, Geologist | GATE + Interview | ₹12-18 LPA |
| BHEL | Engineer Trainee | GATE Score | ₹9-12 LPA |
| NTPC | Executive Trainee | GATE Score | ₹10-14 LPA |
| IOCL | Engineer/Officer | GATE + Interview | ₹10-14 LPA |
| GAIL | Executive Trainee | GATE Score | ₹10-12 LPA |
| SAIL | Management Trainee | Written + Interview | ₹9-11 LPA |
GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is the main gateway to PSU jobs for engineers. A good GATE score opens doors to multiple PSUs simultaneously. GATE is conducted every year in February by IITs and IISc.
For Engineers: B.Tech/B.E. in relevant engineering discipline with minimum 60% marks. GATE qualification required for most PSUs.
For Officers: MBA/CA/Graduate in relevant discipline. Written test and interview required.
PSU jobs combine the best of both worlds — government job security with private sector-like salary. If you are an engineer, clearing GATE should be your top priority. Stay updated on SarkariJobNaukri.com for all PSU job notifications.