The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati officially declared the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 results on March 19, 2026 at the official website. Candidates can now access their normalized scores, All India Ranks (AIR), and qualifying status through the official GOAPS portal at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. In addition to this, many PSUs are hiring more candidates than before. They are looking for engineers from more types of backgrounds to help build India’s infrastructure.
Beyond academic admissions to prestigious M.Tech and PhD programs at IITs and NITs, the GATE 2026 scorecard serves as a medium to some of the most prestigious “Maharatna” and “Navratna” companies. The cut-offs for core branches like Mechanical and Civil Engineering usually hover between 30 and 40 marks. However, the addition of newer PSUs and a higher volume of vacancies across various sectors provide a better opportunity for the candidates. Candidates are advised to download their official scorecards starting March 27, 2026, as these will be essential for the upcoming individual PSU application windows.
GATE Result 2026: Check out the list of PSU
As per the latest information, Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) will be using the GATE 2026 results of CE, CH, EC, EE, IN, & ME test papers for recruitment. Candidates can check out the list of PSUs using GATE 2026 Scores for the recruitment.
| Name of PSU | Year of establishment | Details on the PSU |
| Airports Authority of India | 1995 | Statutory body managing civil aviation infrastructure and airports across India |
| Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited | 1964 | Central PSU is engaged in engineering and manufacturing for the power and industrial sectors |
| Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited | 2000 | Government-owned telecom company providing services across India |
| Coal India Limited | 1975 | Maharatna PSU and the world’s largest coal-producing company |
| Centre for Railway Information Systems | 1986 | Organisation under the Ministry of Railways handling IT systems for Indian Railways |
| Chenab Valley Power Projects Limited | 2011 | Joint venture developing hydroelectric projects in Jammu & Kashmir |
| Damodar Valley Corporation | 1948 | Government organisation involved in power generation and flood control |
| Electronics Corporation of India Limited | 1967 | PSU under the Department of Atomic Energy, focusing on electronics and nuclear technology |
| Engineers India Limited | 1965 | Engineering consultancy PSU working in the oil, gas, and infrastructure sectors |
| Gas Authority of India Limited | 1984 | India’s largest natural gas company is engaged in processing and distribution |
| Hindustan Aeronautics Limited | 1940 | Aerospace and defence PSU involved in aircraft manufacturing |
| Indian Oil Corporation Limited | 1959 | Maharatna PSU and India’s largest oil refining and marketing company |
| Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders Limited | 1934 | Defence PSU engaged in shipbuilding for the Indian Navy |
| National Aluminium Company Limited | 1981 | Navratna PSU is involved in the mining, metal, and power sectors |
| National Highways Authority of India | 1988 | Government agency responsible for the development and maintenance of national highways |
| NLC India Limited | 1956 | PSU engaged in lignite mining and power generation |
| National Mineral Development Corporation | 1958 | India’s largest iron ore producer under the Ministry of Steel |
| Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited | 1987 | PSU is responsible for nuclear power generation in India |
| National Thermal Power Corporation | 1975 | India’s largest power generation company |
| Odisha Power Generation Corporation Limited | 1984 | State PSU involved in thermal power generation in Odisha |
| Oil and Natural Gas Corporation | 1956 | Maharatna PSU engaged in oil and gas exploration |
| Power Grid Corporation of India Limited | 1989 | Maharatna PSU is responsible for electricity transmission |
| Grid Controller of India Limited | 2009 | PSU managing power system operations, earlier known as POSOCO |
| Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited | 1982 | Steel producer operating the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant |
| Steel Authority of India Limited | 1973 | Maharatna PSU and one of India’s largest steel-making companies |
GATE Result 2026: Check out the new PSU additions
One of the most significant updates for this cycle is the active participation of specialised agencies and newer energy ventures. Grid Controller of India Limited (formerly POSOCO) and Chenab Valley Power Projects Limited (CVPPL) have emerged as major recruiters for Electrical and Civil graduates. Several state-level power generation companies are also recruiting through the GATE 2026 Scores. The salary packages offered remain highly attractive, with most Maharatna PSUs offering a CTC ranging from Rs 15 LPA to Rs 20 LPA, alongside perks like medical facilities and housing allowances.
