PSU is a government-owned corporation undertaking companies. PSUs are controlled and operated by the government. PSUs conduct their recruitment process on an annual basis. These corporations will start PSU recruitment in person through GATE, after the commencement of the GATE registration process will create soon. Eligible candidates can apply for PSU recruitment through GATE.
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Through PSU recruitment through GATE, candidates will be able to use their valid GATE score to be shortlisted for the job. Many companies make direct recruitment on the basis of GATE scores, while some also use additional tests, interviews or group discussions. Some of the well-known companies recruiting PSUs through GATE are ONGC, DRDO, etc.
Recruitment in various PSUs is usually conducted on the basis of the GATE score. Although it is necessary that the candidate has passed the GATE exam with the required cutoff, but apart from this companies also release their specific scores. For some PSU recruits, only the current year’s GATE score will be accepted, while some PSU recruits will also accept the previous year’s score.
Some companies use GATE scores directly for PSU recruitment. However, some companies use GATE scores for short listing after which an interview, test or group discussion can be conducted to make a final decision on recruitment. For example, Haryana Power Utilities does not conduct any type of interview and GD for recruitment, recruitment is done solely on the basis of GATE score. But in DRDO RAC Recruitment, the candidates are shortlisted on the basis of GATE score; they are given a descriptive test followed by their personal interview.
Know the different types of PSUs in the country
Public sector undertakings (PSUs) in India are classified into the following three categories based on criteria such as listing, global presence, annual revenue and income on the Indian Stock Exchange:
- Maharatna PSUs  (BHEL, GAIL, IOCL, SAIL, etc.)
- Navratna PSUs  (BEL, Oil Indian Limited, Power Grid, etc.)
- Miniratna PSU (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, PEC Limited, THDC India Limited)
PSU Recruitment through GATE – Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for PSU recruitment through GATE 2020, candidates are advised to carefully read the eligibility criteria set by the authorities. Mainly having valid GATE score is a key criterion, but apart from this various PSUs can also specify some of their requirements which must be met by the candidates. Criteria such as age limit, CGPA or pass percentage obtained during graduation are also examined by some PSUs.
How do I apply for PSU recruitment through GATE?
The application process for PSU recruitment through GATE will be available separately as per the dates to be announced by different companies. Candidates will also have to fill the required details with the correct information and upload a scanned image of their photograph and signature. The application fee is also to be filled by the candidates if required. As most of the companies ask for the gate registration number, the candidates can upload it using the information contained in the Gate Admit Card.
| PSU Name | Application Commencement Date | Number of posts | Subject of study | Description |
| NPCIL -(Postponed) | To be announced soon | NA | Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Chemical, Electronics & Communication, Civil Engineering | It will be available soon  |
| NBCC | Will be informed | NA | Civil Engineering | It will be available soon  |
| RVNL | Will be informed | NA | Civil, Electrical & Electronics & Tele Communication Engineering | It will be available soon  |
| MECL | Will be informed | NA | Chemistry | It will be available soon  |
| RCFL | Will be informed | NA | Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering | Civil, Construction, Electrical, and Electronics  |
| NFL | Will be informed | NA | Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Materials, Computer Science, IT or Civil Engineering | Will be available soon |
| EIL | Will be informed | NA | Civil, Mechanical and Chemical Engineering | It will be available soon  |
| BSPHCL | Will be informed | NA | It will be available soon  | It will be available soon  |
The table below mentions all the PSUs offering recruitment on the basis of GATE score. As soon as these companies will provides the recruitment date and seats information through GATE. Information on the likely dates of when PSU recruitment will start through GATE 2020 is also provided in the table.
Due to the popularity of PSU recruitment through GATE
The popularity of PSU recruitment based on GATE scores among the qualified candidates is continuously increasing due to various factors. Let us know what these factors are:
Since it is a computer-based test (online), there is no possibility of manipulating the GATE score. It is believed that its results are unbiased and there is no possibility of using unfair means in GATE exam, hence students consider GATE exam credible.
PSUs have a permanent job with a good salary. For many, it is a safe job opportunity throughout their lives. However, the negative aspect of this is that seniority is often given importance rather than respectability.
PSU recruitment offers a wide range of perks as well as a wide range of allowances for healthcare facilities. If you have a good relationship with the supervisor, you may also get a variety of other benefits (foreign trips, extended holidays and others).
Most PSUs are a bit sluggish in introducing and implementing new policies. So, if you like a lively atmosphere, then you are also likely to be discouraged. But if you want to do something, then you can also bring many big changes in these companies. In fact, if you have the urge to do something and you are optimistic about the PSU sector, then this is the right time to join this sector.
Gate cutoff for PSUs
By checking the gate cutoff score for PSU recruitment, candidates can know the possible score they have to get to be selected in a PASU. The gate cutoff score for PSU recruitment will be prepared after examining various factors, such as the number of vacancies, last year’s trends, GATE difficulty level, highest score, etc. The gate cutoffs of some of the popular PSUs of the previous year are given below for the purpose of helping in preparing the candidates.
