Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released the CPRI Recruitment 2026 notification for 110 vacancies.
According to Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026 dated 19 September 2026, eligible Indian Nationals can apply online for various posts including Engineering Officer Grade 1, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician Grade 1, Technical Attendant Grade 1, Assistant Grade II and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Grade 1.
The online application process has started on 19 September 2026 at 10:00 AM and the last date to submit the application is 12 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Candidates interested in CPRI jobs should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, experience requirement and application fee before applying.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | CPRI/06/2026 |
| Posts | Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical/Civil), Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical), Scientific Assistant, Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical), Technical Attendant Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Gr.1 |
| Total Vacancies | 110 Posts |
| Qualification | Any Graduate, B.Tech/B.E, Diploma, ITI, 10TH |
| Eligibility | Indian Nationals |
| Job Location | Various CPRI locations across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | cpri.res.in |
Important Dates
Start Date to Apply
19 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
12 October 2026, 5:00 PM
CPRI Vacancy Details
CPRI has announced 110 provisional vacancies across 10 posts. The vacancy position may be increased, decreased or modified depending on the actual requirements of the Institute.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr. 1 – Electrical | 07 |
| Engineering Officer Gr. 1 – Civil | 01 |
| Engineering Assistant – Electrical | 10 |
| Engineering Assistant – Mechanical | 01 |
| Scientific Assistant | 02 |
| Technician Gr. 1 – Electrical | 07 |
| Technician Gr. 1 – Mechanical | 02 |
| Technical Attendant Gr. 1 | 37 |
| Assistant Gr. II | 29 |
| MTS Gr. 1 – Watch & Ward Duties | 14 |
| Total | 110 |
The detailed reservation for UR, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD and Ex-servicemen categories should be checked in the official notification before submitting an application.
Eligibility Criteria
The educational qualification varies according to the post. Candidates should ensure that they possess the required qualification by the prescribed cut-off date.
Engineering Officer Grade 1 – Electrical
- First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- A valid GATE score of 2024, 2025 or 2026 in Electrical Engineering is required.
Engineering Officer Grade 1 – Civil
- First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Civil Engineering.
- Valid GATE score of 2024, 2025 or 2026 in Civil Engineering is required.
Scientific Assistant
- First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
Engineering Assistant – Electrical
- First Class 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Technology.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
Engineering Assistant – Mechanical
- First Class 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Technology.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
Technician Grade 1
- ITI Trade Certificate in the relevant trade.
- Electrical candidates require an Electrical trade certificate.
- Mechanical candidates require a Mechanical trade certificate.
Technical Attendant Grade 1
- Matriculation or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board.
- A 2-year ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical/Mechanical is desirable.
Assistant Grade II
Candidates must have:
- First Class BA/B.Sc./B.Com/BBA/BBM/BCA degree from a recognized university.
- Minimum Grade-B certificate in the Basic Computer Course (BCC) conducted by NIELIT.
The notification specifically requires the NIELIT BCC certificate; candidates should verify the detailed requirements before applying.
Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1
- Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- The MTS vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen as specified in the notification.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years. The upper age limit varies by post:
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr. 1 | 30 years |
| Engineering Assistant | 35 years |
| Scientific Assistant | 35 years |
| Technician Gr. 1 | 28 years |
| Technical Attendant Gr. 1 | 30 years |
| Assistant Gr. II | 30 years |
| MTS Gr. 1 | 25 years |
The age, qualification and category will be determined as on 12 October 2026.
Age relaxation for eligible reserved categories will be applicable according to Government of India rules and the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will receive pay according to the applicable 7th Central Pay Commission pay levels.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr. 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 |
| Assistant Gr. II | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Technician Gr. 1 | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technical Attendant Gr. 1 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| MTS Gr. 1 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
Other admissible benefits such as leave, LTC and medical facilities may be available according to CPRI rules and applicable Government of India norms.
The initial probation period is two years.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The application fee depends on the post and candidate category.
| Posts | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer, Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant | ₹1,000 |
| Technician, Assistant Gr. II, Technical Attendant | ₹700 |
| MTS Gr. 1 | As specified in the notification |
SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-servicemen and women candidates are exempt from the application fee, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
Applicable bank or payment gateway charges, if any, are to be borne by the candidate.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection procedure depends on the post applied for.
| Post | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr. 1 | GATE score |
| Engineering Assistant | CBT + Job-specific Practical Skill Test |
| Scientific Assistant | CBT + Job-specific Practical Skill Test |
| Technician Gr. 1 | CBT + Trade Test |
| Technical Attendant Gr. 1 | CBT |
| Assistant Gr. II | CBT |
| MTS Gr. 1 | CBT + Trade/Proficiency Test |
The detailed examination pattern, qualifying requirements and weightage should be checked in the official recruitment notification.
In case of a tie in CBT/GATE scores, the tie-breaking procedure specified by CPRI will apply.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Exam Centres
The examination may be conducted at centres including:
- Bengaluru
- Hyderabad
- Bhopal
- Delhi
- Kolkata
CPRI reserves the right to allot an examination centre according to administrative requirements.
Candidates should check their admit card for the final venue, date and reporting time.
How to Apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official CPRI website.
- Open the recruitment section and locate Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Open the online application link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Select the post and category carefully.
- Enter personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully check all information before final submission.
- Submit the application before 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Download and save/print the completed application form for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep scanned copies of the required documents ready before starting the online application.
Commonly required documents include:
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Scanned signature
- Matriculation/SSC certificate and marks sheet
- Degree/Diploma/ITI certificate
- Marksheets of required semesters/years
- GATE scorecard, wherever applicable
- Experience certificate, wherever required
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- NIELIT BCC certificate for Assistant Grade II
- NOC for candidates working in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body organizations
- Discharge certificate and Ex-servicemen ID card, where applicable
Candidates should ensure that all certificates meet the format and validity requirements mentioned in the official notification.
Important Instructions for Applicants
Before submitting the CPRI application, candidates should note the following:
- Applications must be submitted online only.
- Candidates should satisfy all eligibility conditions on the prescribed cut-off date.
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit a separate application and prescribed fee for each post, wherever applicable.
- Multiple applications for the same post may lead to rejection as per the notification.
- Once submitted, an application cannot normally be withdrawn.
- Application fees are generally non-refundable, except where specifically provided in the recruitment notification.
- Candidates should provide accurate and verifiable information.
- Providing false or fabricated information can result in disqualification.
- Candidates already employed in Government, PSU or autonomous organizations should arrange the required NOC.
- Applicants should regularly check the official CPRI website for recruitment-related updates.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | View & Download |
| Official Website | cpri.res.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CPRI has announced 110 provisional vacancies across 10 different posts.
The last date to submit the online application is 12 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Applications are accepted online only through the CPRI recruitment system.
Yes. The Engineering Officer Grade 1 posts require a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025 or 2026 in the relevant engineering discipline, according to the recruitment details provided.
Candidates should apply through the official CPRI website and use the recruitment link for Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026.
