PSPCL JE Electrical Recruitment 2026 622 Posts of Junior Engineer/Electrical • ₹35,400/month Basic Pay • Apply Online 20 April–10 May 2026 • pspcl.in
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) — Government of Punjab Enterprise |
| Advertisement No. | CRA 316/26 |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer / Electrical |
| Total Vacancies | 622 Posts (category-wise breakup in Table A of official notification) |
| Women Reservation | 209 posts reserved for women (out of total 622) as per Punjab Civil Services (Reservation for Women) Rules 2020 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 per month as per 7th CPC/Pay Matrix — PSPCL financial circular no. 21/2022 dated 17.08.2022 |
| Probation Period | 3 years — during probation: only minimum admissible pay; no DA, no grade pay, no annual increment (except TA & medical reimbursement) |
| Application Opens | 20 April 2026 |
| Application Closes | 10 May 2026 |
| Fee Deposit Last Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only at pspcl.in — no paper/manual applications accepted |
| Exam Type | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) — 100 MCQ | 2 hours | –0.25 negative marking |
| Exam Centres | Punjab and Chandigarh only — centre allotted by PSPCL, no change permissible |
| Selection Process | CBT → Document Checking — No interview |
| Selection Panel Validity | 1 year from date of approval of first selection panel |
| Training Location | Technical Training Institute, PSPCL, Patiala or any other institute in India |
| Legal Jurisdiction | Local Courts at Patiala only |
| Helpdesk Email | helpdesk-recruitment@pspcl.in |
| Official Website | pspcl.in |
Visit pspcl.in → Recruitment → CRA-316/26 → New Registration or Registered Candidate20 April 2026
Do not wait for last date — server congestion possible; PSPCL not responsible for late submissions10 May 2026
SBI Payment Gateway — Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card — deposit with application, not later15 May 2026
In addition to the engineering qualification, all candidates must have passed Punjabi language at Matriculation (10th) standard or equivalent by the last date of application (10 May 2026). This is a hard eligibility requirement — candidates without Punjabi at Matric level are ineligible regardless of their engineering qualification. Proof must be produced at document checking.
- All qualifications must be completed by 10 May 2026 (last date of application)
- Candidates whose results are awaited at time of application may apply but must possess the qualification by 10 May 2026 — write "RESULT AWAITED" in year of passing column
- If result is recently declared but certificate not yet issued, the date of result declaration is treated as qualification date — produce proof of this at document checking
- Candidates who fail to produce proof of qualification at document checking will NOT be considered even if they pass the CBT
| Category | Maximum Age (as on 01.01.2026) | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 37 Years | Nil |
| SC (Mazhabi/Balmiki & Others) and Backward Class | 42 Years | +5 Years |
| Physically Handicapped (PwD) | 47 Years | +10 Years |
| Widows / Legally Separated / Divorced Women / Deserted Women / Military Wives | 40 Years | Special upper limit of 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Self) — Punjab Domicile | Calculated by deducting military service from actual age; if resultant age doesn't exceed max by more than 3 years → eligible | Special formula |
| PSPCL / PSTCL / Punjab Govt. Serving Employees | To the extent of service rendered | Service-linked relaxation |
| Minimum age: 18 years. Age calculated as on 01 January 2026. Reference: Punjab Govt. Notification G.S.R.20/Const./Art.309/Amd.(10)/2010 dated 24.05.2010. | ||
For women, the upper age limit of 40 years applies to the following six situations: widows; women legally separated from husbands; women whose husbands have court maintenance orders against them; women deserted and living separately for more than 2 years; women whose husbands have remarried; and wives of serving military personnel or wives of those disabled during military service.
| Sr. | Category | Total Posts | Women Reserved |
|---|---|---|---|
| General & EWS Categories | |||
| 1 | Gen-General | 243 | 69 |
| 2 | EWS — Economically Weaker Section | 62 | 19 |
| Scheduled Caste (Mazhabi/Balmiki) — SC(MZB) | |||
| 3 | SC (MZB) — General | 63 | 25 |
| 4 | SC (MZB-XSM-Self/Dep.) — Ex-Servicemen Self/Dependent | 12 | 00 |
| 5 | SC (MZB-SP) — Sports Person | 03 | 00 |
| Scheduled Caste (Others) — SC(OT) | |||
| 6 | SC (OT) — General | 61 | 24 |
| 7 | SC (OT-XSM-Self/Dep.) — Ex-Servicemen Self/Dependent | 12 | 00 |
| 8 | SC (OT-SP) — Sports Person | 04 | 00 |
| Backward Class (BC) & Ex-Servicemen | |||
| 9 | BC Only — Backward Class | 62 | 25 |
| 10 | BC (XSM-Self/Dep.) — Backward Class Ex-Servicemen Self/Dependent | 13 | 00 |
| 11 | XSM (Self/Dep.) — Ex-Servicemen Self/Dependent | 44 | 25 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | |||
| 12a | PwD — Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 08 | 04 |
| 12b | PwD — Locomotor Disability | 09 | 05 |
| 12c | PwD — Intellectual Disability, Mental Illness or Multiple Disabilities | 08 | 04 |
| Sports Persons & Freedom Fighters | |||
| 13 | SP(G) — Sports Person (General) | 12 | 06 |
| 14 | FF — Freedom Fighter | 06 | 03 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 622 | 209 | |
| All reservation benefits (including women reservation) apply only to candidates with Punjab Domicile. Non-Punjab candidates can apply only in the General/Unreserved category. | |||
- The category once selected in the online application cannot be changed under any circumstances
- Candidates who apply in a wrong category will have their candidature rejected without notice
- Read the category-wise breakup very carefully and verify you hold the correct reservation certificate for the category you choose
- PSPCL reserves the right to increase, decrease, cancel, or modify posts in any category at any stage without notice
- Vimukt-Jati and Bazigar candidates can apply under SC/OT/Vimukt-Jati and Bazigars category as per Punjab Govt. notification dated 15.09.2022
- An application is considered complete only when the fee is deposited and shows "Paid" on the application form — applications without fee are automatically rejected
- PSPCL strongly advises depositing the fee at the same time as submitting the application — do not wait for 15 May separately
- Fee paid for one application number cannot be adjusted to another application number even if you submitted multiple forms
- The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances
- Payment via Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card through SBI Payment Gateway only
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 Objective MCQ |
| Marks Per Question | 1 mark per correct answer |
| Total Marks | 100 marks |
| Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Negative Marking | –0.25 marks (1/4th) per wrong answer |
| Minimum Qualifying — General Category | 45% (45 out of 100) |
| Minimum Qualifying — Reserved Categories | 35% (35 out of 100) — applicable to EWS, SC, BC, XSM, FF, SP, PwD |
| Language | Question paper in English and Punjabi both |
| Mode | Online Computer-Based Test — Punjab and Chandigarh centres only |
| Normalisation | Applied if exam conducted in multiple shifts to neutralise difficulty variation across question sets |
| Interview | NO interview at any stage |
- Subject section (50 marks) is the decider: Half the paper is Electrical Engineering — mastering core topics like power systems, machines, circuits, and protection systems gives an enormous edge. This is where rank gaps are created.
- Punjabi (20 marks) is easy scoring: Most candidates from Punjab find this comfortable. If you haven't studied Punjabi formally, practice basic grammar and comprehension — these 20 marks are relatively straightforward.
- –0.25 negative marking is forgiving: Unlike SSC's –0.50, this is gentler. Attempt questions where you can eliminate even 1 option — your expected value is positive at 3+ reasonable options you can identify.
- Tie-breaking by age: If two candidates score identically, the older candidate ranks higher. This makes high absolute scores critically important — don't leave marks on the table.
- Answer key objection window: After the exam, PSPCL will display the question paper and answer key on pspcl.in. Candidates can raise objections — an expert committee reviews them before preparing the final merit list.
Stage 1 — Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
The primary and merit-determining stage. 100 MCQ, 100 marks, 2 hours, five sections as described above. Candidates who score below the minimum qualifying marks (45% General / 35% Reserved) are eliminated. The final merit list is prepared category-wise based on normalised CBT marks (if multi-shift) or raw marks (if single-shift). Sports person category merit is prepared separately by the Office of Director/Sports, Punjab based on Sports Gradation Policy.
Stage 2 — Document Checking
Based on the merit list, candidates are called for document checking at PSPCL. Original documents and one self-attested photocopy of each must be produced. Original documents are returned on the same day after verification. Intimation is sent via registered email and posted on pspcl.in. Each candidate gets two chances — if absent on both occasions, candidature is permanently cancelled. Candidates cannot send a representative — personal appearance is mandatory.
Stage 3 — Appointment & Joining
Candidates who clear document checking are placed on the selection panel. Appointment letters are issued by the appointing authority. Candidates receive 21 days to join from the letter date. A final notice of 21 days is given if the first joining date is missed. Failure to join within the total window results in automatic cancellation of the appointment letter. Selected candidates already in Government/Semi-Govt. service must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at joining after resigning from their current post.
Being called for document checking does NOT guarantee selection or appointment. The candidature remains provisional until all eligibility conditions are verified and the appointment letter is issued. Even after document checking, a candidate can be disqualified if any information is found false or forged at any stage — including after joining PSPCL.
| Component | During Probation (3 Years) | After Regularisation |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Minimum admissible pay only | ₹35,400/month (7th CPC scale) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Not payable | Payable as per PSPCL/Punjab Govt. norms |
| Grade Pay | Not payable | As per pay matrix |
| Annual Increment | Not given | Annual increment applicable |
| Travel Allowance (TA) | Payable as per post entitlement | Payable |
| Medical Reimbursement | Payable as per post entitlement | Payable |
| Any Other Allowance | Not payable | As per applicable PSPCL rules |
| Exception: Candidates already serving in PSPCL whose actual pay on existing post exceeds minimum admissible pay — their pay is protected during probation (but no increment or additional allowance). | ||
The 3-year probation is significant. During this period, your take-home will be lower than the ₹35,400 basic pay since DA (typically 40–50%+ of basic in other posts) is NOT added during probation. Plan your finances accordingly. Probation may also be extended beyond 3 years as per Punjab Govt. instructions issued from time to time. After successful completion of probation and regularisation, full pay scale with all allowances becomes applicable.
Step 1 — Online Registration
Visit pspcl.in → click "Recruitment" tab → select "Recruitment for the post of Junior Engineer/Electrical in PSPCL against CRA-316/26" → click NEW REGISTRATION (first time) or REGISTERED CANDIDATE (if already registered). Fill Registration Part-1: post applied, name, date of birth, father's name, mobile number, and email ID. Verify OTP sent to your registered email and mobile. Then fill all application details including photo and signature. Accept Terms & Conditions and click Submit. Do not register multiple times for the same post.
Step 2 — Pay Application Fee Online
After submitting Step 1, you will be directed to the fee payment link automatically. Alternatively, login → click "Pay Fee" → redirected to SBI Payment Gateway. Choose Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card. Complete payment and save the transaction number and payment receipt. Check fee status after payment: if it shows "Paid", your application is complete. Fee must be deposited by 15 May 2026 — but PSPCL strongly advises paying at the same time as submitting the form.
Step 3 — Print Application Form
After fee payment is confirmed, login again → click PRINT APPLICATION FORM. Download and save it carefully — no confirmation email will be sent with the final form. You must download it yourself. Keep copies of the application form, payment receipt, and e-admit card for all future reference. Carry the printed admit card and a valid photo identity (Aadhaar + one more government-issued ID) to the exam hall on exam day.
- Photograph: Recent passport-size colour photo | Dimensions 150×200 pixels (preferred) | File size 20 KB–50 KB | JPG/JPEG format
- Signature: Sign on white paper in black ink only | Dimensions 140×60 pixels (preferred) | File size 10 KB–20 KB | JPG/JPEG format | Must be signed by the candidate personally — not by any other person
| Category | Certificate Required | Issuing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| EWS — Economically Weaker Section | Income and Asset Certificate (must be valid for FY 2026-27, showing family income for FY 2025-26 less than ₹8 lakh per annum) | Competent Authority as per Punjab Govt. instructions |
| SC / BC — Scheduled Caste / Backward Class | Caste Certificate | As per Punjab Govt. concerned department instructions |
| XSM (Self) — Ex-Serviceman Self | Ex-Servicemen Certificate issued by Self | District Sainik Welfare Officer, Govt. of Punjab |
| XSM (Dependent) — Ex-Serviceman Dependent | Lineal Descendant Certificate | District Sainik Welfare Officer, Govt. of Punjab |
| FF — Freedom Fighter | Freedom Fighter Certificate | Deputy Commissioner of concerned district |
| SP — Sports Person | Sports Gradation Certificate — must be physically submitted to PSPCL HQ Patiala by 10 May 2026 | Director, Sports Department, Punjab (only this authority's certificate accepted) |
| PwD — Person with Disability | Disability Certificate with permanent disability of minimum 40% | Civil Surgeon, Government of Punjab |
EWS candidates need the Income and Asset Certificate showing family income for Financial Year 2025-26, which must be valid for FY 2026-27. If you haven't obtained this certificate yet, apply to the relevant Punjab Govt. authority immediately to avoid complications at document checking. PSPCL explicitly advises EWS candidates to arrange this certificate without delay.
- Sports Person candidates must physically submit their Sports Gradation Certificate to the Recruitment Section, Head Office, PSPCL, Patiala before or by 10 May 2026 (last application date)
- If applying for multiple posts simultaneously, a separate Sports Gradation Certificate must be submitted for each post
- Only certificates issued by Director/Sports Department, Punjab are valid — certificates from any other authority are not accepted
- These certificates will be sent to the Director/Sports, Punjab office for verification and preparation of the final Sports Person merit list
For queries related to online application: helpdesk-recruitment@pspcl.in — quote your registration number in the email. All legal disputes are subject to jurisdiction of Local Courts at Patiala only. Result and document checking schedule will be published exclusively on pspcl.in and via registered email — candidates must visit pspcl.in regularly and keep their registered email and mobile active throughout the recruitment process.
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