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Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) Various Technical & Non-Technical Vacancies

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI)

Total Vacancies

110

Job Location

Bangalore (Head Office), Bhopal, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Nashik, Noida, Kolkata, Guwahati, Raipur

Apply Start

19 Sep 2026

Apply Deadline

12 Oct 2026

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📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) (CPRI)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), ITI (iti), Diploma (diploma), B.A. (bachelor's-degree), B.Sc. (bsc), B.Com. (b.com), BBA (bba), BCA (bca), B.Tech (btech), B.E. (b.e.)
Number of Vacancies	110 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹18,000 - ₹142,400 Per Month
Age Limits	18 to 35 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	- Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical): 5 years of relevant experience. - Scientific Assistant: 5 years of relevant experience.
Application Fee	- Engineering Officer Gr.1, Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant: Rs. 1000/- for each post. - Technician Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, Technical Attendant Grade 1: Rs. 700/- for each post. - SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women are exempted from payment of application fees.

📄 Details & Description

- CPRI, an autonomous society under the Ministry of Power, invites applications for 110 vacancies across various technical and non-technical posts.
- Posts include Engineering Officer (Electrical/Civil), Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical), Scientific Assistant, Technician Grade 1 (Electrical/Mechanical), Technical Attendant Grade 1, Assistant Grade II, and Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1.
- Vacancies are spread across multiple locations in India, including Bangalore, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Nashik, Noida, Kolkata, Guwahati, and Raipur.
- The recruitment drive is open to eligible Indian Nationals only.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical/Civil): First Class Bachelor’s Degree in respective engineering discipline with a valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026).
- Scientific Assistant: First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry with 5 years of relevant experience.
- Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical): First Class 3-year Diploma in respective engineering discipline with 5 years of experience.
- Technician Grade 1 (Electrical/Mechanical): ITI Trade Certificate in respective discipline.
- Technical Attendant Grade 1: Matriculation or equivalent pass; ITI Trade Certificate (desirable).
- Assistant Grade II: First Class BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/BBM/BCA degree with a Grade-B certificate in Basic Computer Course (BCC) from NIELIT.
- Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1: Matriculation or equivalent pass (reserved exclusively for Ex-Servicemen).
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Eligible for reservation as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, with specific functional requirements for each post.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical/Civil): Selection based on GATE score.
- Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical) & Scientific Assistant: Selection based on Computer Based Test (CBT) and job-specific practical skill test.
- Technician Grade 1 (Electrical/Mechanical): Selection based on CBT and Trade Test.
- Technical Attendant Grade 1 & Assistant Grade II: Selection based on CBT.
- Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1: Selection based on CBT and Trade/Proficiency Test.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

UR, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD

📂 Required Documents

- Scanned copy of recent passport size color photograph.
- Scanned signature of the candidate.
- Scanned copies of SSLC/SSC/Matriculation Certificate, Degree Certificates, Diploma/ITI Trade certificate, Marks card, Experience Certificate, BCC certificate (NIELIT), Caste/Category Certificate, NOC, Ex-servicemen ID card & Discharge Certificate (as applicable).
- Valid Self E-mail ID and Mobile Number.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Employer (for candidates employed with Central/State Govt./Quasi Govt. offices/Public Sector Undertakings/Public Sector Banks/Govt. Autonomous Bodies).

💳 Application Fee Details

- Engineering Officer Gr.1, Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant: Rs. 1000/- for each post.
- Technician Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, Technical Attendant Grade 1: Rs. 700/- for each post.
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women are exempted from payment of application fees.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical) post?

There are a total of 7 vacancies for the Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical) post, including 1 reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Locomotor Disability).

Q. What is the last date to apply for CPRI’s recruitment under Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026?

The last date to apply is 12.10.2026 at 05:00 PM. Ensure all documents and fees are submitted before this deadline.

Q. Are there any application fees for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women?

No, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women are exempted from paying the application fee for CPRI’s recruitment.

Q. What is the age limit for the Assistant Grade II post?

The maximum age limit for the Assistant Grade II post is 30 years as of 12.10.2026, with relaxations applicable as per Government of India norms.

Q. Which cities are the examination centers for CPRI’s recruitment?

The examination centers for CPRI’s recruitment are Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Bhopal, Delhi, and Kolkata.