CPRI Recruitment 2026 – 110 Engineering, Technician, Assistant & MTS Posts, Online Apply
CPRI Recruitment 2026 – 110 Engineering, Technician, Assistant & MTS Posts, Online Apply
Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has released Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026 dated 19 September 2026 for recruitment to 110 vacancies in various Engineering, Scientific, Technical and Support posts. Eligible Indian Nationals can submit their applications through the CPRI online recruitment system.
The recruitment includes Engineering Officer Grade 1, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician Grade 1, Technical Attendant Grade 1, Assistant Grade II and Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1 posts.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) |
| Advertisement No. | CPRI/06/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 110 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Job Location | Various Locations in India |
CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical) | 7 |
| 2 | Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Civil) | 1 |
| 3 | Engineering Assistant (Electrical) | 10 |
| 4 | Engineering Assistant (Mechanical) | 1 |
| 5 | Scientific Assistant | 2 |
| 6 | Technician Grade 1 (Electrical) | 7 |
| 7 | Technician Grade 1 (Mechanical) | 2 |
| 8 | Technical Attendant Grade 1 | 37 |
| 9 | Assistant Grade II | 29 |
| 10 | Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1 (Watch & Ward Duties) | 14 |
| Total | 110 | |
Educational Qualification
1. Engineering Officer Grade 1 – Electrical
- First Class Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology.
- Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- Valid GATE Score of 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- GATE Paper: Electrical Engineering.
- Maximum Age: 30 years.
2. Engineering Officer Grade 1 – Civil
- First Class Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Civil Engineering.
- Valid GATE Score of 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- GATE Paper: Civil Engineering.
- Maximum Age: 30 years.
3. Scientific Assistant
- First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized university.
- 5 years of experience in the relevant subject field.
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
4. Engineering Assistant – Electrical
- First Class 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology in Electrical.
- 5 years of experience in the relevant field.
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
5. Engineering Assistant – Mechanical
- First Class 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical.
- 5 years of experience in the relevant field.
- Maximum Age: 35 years.
6. Technician Grade 1 – Electrical
- ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical.
- Maximum Age: 28 years.
7. Technician Grade 1 – Mechanical
- ITI Trade Certificate in Mechanical.
- Maximum Age: 28 years.
8. Technical Attendant Grade 1
- Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- Two-year ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical/Mechanical is desirable.
- Maximum Age: 30 years.
9. Assistant Grade II
- First Class BA/B.Sc./B.Com/BBA/BBM/BCA degree.
- Minimum Grade-B certificate in Basic Computer Course (BCC) conducted by NIELIT.
- Other computer courses will not be accepted.
- Maximum Age: 30 years.
10. Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1
- Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- All posts are reserved for Ex-servicemen.
- Maximum Age: 25 years.
Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post. The crucial date for determining the upper age limit and other eligibility conditions is 12 October 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India norms.
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Grade 1 | 30 Years |
| Engineering Assistant | 35 Years |
| Scientific Assistant | 35 Years |
| Technician Grade 1 | 28 Years |
| Technical Attendant Grade 1 | 30 Years |
| Assistant Grade II | 30 Years |
| MTS Grade 1 | 25 Years |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Grade 1 | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Engineering Assistant | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Scientific Assistant | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Technician Grade 1 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technical Attendant Grade 1 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Assistant Grade II | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| MTS Grade 1 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
Selection Process
- Engineering Officer Grade 1: GATE Score.
- Engineering Assistant: CBT + Job-specific Practical Skill Test.
- Scientific Assistant: CBT + Job-specific Practical Skill Test.
- Technician Grade 1: CBT + Trade Test.
- Technical Attendant Grade 1: CBT.
- Assistant Grade II: CBT.
- MTS Grade 1: CBT + Trade/Proficiency Test.
Application Fee
| Posts | Fee |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Grade 1, Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant | ₹1,000/- |
| Technician Grade 1, Assistant Grade II, Technical Attendant Grade 1 | ₹700/- |
Fee Exemption: SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/Women candidates
are exempted from payment of application fees.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 19 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 12 October 2026 |
| CBT/Skill/Trade Test | To be notified |
How to Apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CPRI website.
- Go to the Career/Recruitment section.
- Open Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Enter your personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Select the appropriate post and category.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Download and retain a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Scanned signature
- Matriculation/SSC certificate
- Degree/Diploma/ITI certificate
- Marksheets
- Experience certificate, wherever applicable
- NIELIT BCC certificate for Assistant Grade II
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- NOC, wherever applicable
- Ex-servicemen ID card and Discharge Certificate, wherever applicable
Important Links
Important Note: Candidates are advised to carefully read
the complete official advertisement before applying. The uploaded
advertisement identifies the CPRI official website but does not provide a
separate direct application URL; therefore, the official CPRI website is
used for the Important Links section.
Conclusion
CPRI Recruitment 2026 is being conducted for 110 posts across Engineering, Scientific, Technical, Assistant and MTS categories. Eligible candidates can apply online from 19 September 2026 until 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
Candidates should verify their eligibility and submit the online application with accurate information before the deadline.
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