GAIL India Releases Special Recruitment Drive 2025 for 29 Backlog Posts: Apply Till 23 December

GAIL (India) Limited has officially released the GAIL Special Recruitment Drive 2025 notification. This drive aims to fill 29 backlog vacancies for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates. Interested candidates can apply online from November 24, 2025, to December 23, 2025, through the official GAIL website.

GAIL Special Recruitment Drive 2025 Overview

The GAIL India Special Recruitment Drive 2025 provides a significant opportunity for eligible SC, ST, OBC(NCL), and PwBD candidates to build a career in a premier Maharatna PSU. Below is a detailed overview with all key information for aspirants.

OrganizationGAIL (India) Limited
Post NameChief Manager, Senior Officer, Senior Engineer, Officer
Vacancies29
Advertisement No.GAIL/OPEN/SRD/2/2025
Registration Dates24th November to 23rd December 2025
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Selection ProcessGroup Discussion, Interview, Skill/Proficiency Test
Pay ScaleE-1: Rs. 50,000-1,60,000/-
E-2: Rs. 60,000-1,80,000/-
E-5: Rs. 90,000-2,40,000/-

GAIL Special Recruitment Drive Vacancy details 2025

The GAIL Special Recruitment Drive includes a total of 29 vacancies distributed across two special recruitment drives for SC/ST/OBC(NCL) and PwBD candidates. The posts are at various grades (E-1, E-2, E-5).

Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC(NCL) Candidates

Name of the PostTOTAL
Chief Manager (Law)1
Senior Officer (F&A)2
Senior Officer (F&S)2
Senior Officer (BIS)1
Senior Engineer (GALTEL)2
Senior Engineer (Electrical)2
Senior Engineer (Boiler Ops.)3
Senior Engineer (Environmental)1
Officer (Official Language)1

Special Recruitment Drive for PwBD Candidates

Name of the PostTOTAL
Senior Officer (Marketing)1
Senior Engineer (Mechanical)1
Senior Officer (BIS)1
Senior Engineer (GALTEL)1
Senior Engineer (Instrumentation)1
Senior Officer (C&P)1
Senior Engineer (Electrical)1
Senior Engineer (Civil)1
Senior Officer (HR)1
Senior Officer (Law)1
Senior Officer (Medical Services)1
Officer (Official Language)1

GAIL India Eligibility 2025

The GAIL India Recruitment 2025 has defined clear eligibility criteria for all posts. Applicants must meet requirements related to age and educational qualifications & experience as on 23.12.2025.

GAIL India Age Limit

The upper age limit varies by post and category. The maximum upper age shall not exceed 56 years including all possible relaxations.

Key Highlights

Organization: GAIL (India) Limited
Qualification: Graduate + LLB/B.E./B.Tech/B.Com + MCA/Master’s in Hindi
Last Date: 2025/12/23

Post & CategoryUpper Age Limit
Chief Manager (Law) – OBC(NCL)46 Years
Senior Officer/Engineer (E-2) – SC/ST33 Years
Senior Officer/Engineer (E-2) – PwBD (General/EWS)38 Years
Senior Officer/Engineer (E-2) – PwBD (OBC-NCL)41 Years
Senior Officer/Engineer (E-2) – PwBD (SC/ST)43 Years
Officer (Official Language) – OBC(NCL)38 Years
Officer (Official Language) – PwBD (General/EWS)45 Years

GAIL India Qualification

The essential qualification and minimum post-qualification experience vary for each post.

PostEssential QualificationMinimum Experience
Chief Manager (Law)Graduate + LLB with 55% marks12 Years
Senior Officer (BIS)B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) 60% or B.Com 55% + MCA 60%1 Year
Senior Engineer (Mechanical)B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical) 60% marks1 Year
Officer (Official Language)Master’s in Hindi 60% marks2 Years

GAIL India Selection Process 2025

The GAIL India Selection Process 2025 varies depending on the post applied for. The process evaluates candidates through different stages to assess their suitability for the position.

Selection Stages:

  • For most posts: Group Discussion and/or Interview
  • Senior Officer (F&S): Physical Endurance Test (PET) and Interview
  • Senior Officer (Medical Services): Writing exercise/skill assessment and Interview
  • Officer (Official Language): Skill Test (Translation) and Interview

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

CategoryInterviewGD/Skill Test
UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS60%40%
SC/ST55%35%
PwBD50%35%

How to Apply for GAIL India Recruitment 2025

Candidates applying for GAIL India Recruitment 2025 must complete the process online only through GAIL website.

Recruitment Information

Step-by-Step Application Process:

  1. Visit GAIL career website and complete registration
  2. Login using credentials received via email
  3. Select advertisement number and desired post
  4. Fill application form with personal, qualification & experience details
  5. Make payment (if applicable)
  6. Verify all details using “Final Preview” option
  7. Submit the application form

Application Fee GAIL India Recruitment 2025

CategoryApplication Fee
OBC (NCL)? 200/- + applicable charges
SC/ST/PwBDExempted

Important Dates GAIL India Recruitment 2025

Starting date for submission of online application24th November 2025
Last date for submission of online application23rd December 2025

Important Links GAIL India Recruitment 2025

Apply onlineClick Here
Official NotificationClick Here
Official WebsiteClick Here

GAIL India Recruitment 2025 FAQs

What is the last date to apply for GAIL India Recruitment 2025?

The last date to submit the online application for GAIL India Recruitment 2025 is 23rd December 2025.

How many vacancies are there in GAIL India Recruitment 2025?

There are a total of 29 vacancies across various posts for SC, ST, OBC(NCL), and PwBD candidates.

What is the selection process for GAIL India Recruitment 2025?

The selection process generally involves Group Discussion and/or Interview. However, for specific posts like Fire & Safety, Official Language, and Medical Services, additional tests like PET, Skill Test, or Writing Exercise are involved.