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- Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), Patiala has released the official PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 Notification on 08 June 2026 at www.pspcl.in. A total of 116 vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. CRA 314/26 for various posts including Certified Welder, Auxiliary Plant Attendant (Mechanical), Bulldozer Operator, Laboratory Assistant, Electrician Grade-1, Technician Grade-1, Loco Shunter Operator, Fireman, and others. Eligible candidates possessing ITI, Diploma, or other prescribed technical qualifications can apply online from 11 June 2026 to 01 July 2026 through the official PSPCL website. The official notification PDF and online application link are available below.
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PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 Overview
- PSPCL is recruiting 116 posts across 10 technical and trade categories for its power generation and distribution operations in Punjab, last date 01 July 2026.
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
- A total of 116 vacancies have been announced across 10 posts. Reservation for all categories (SC, BC, EWS, XSM, PWD, Women) is applicable only for Punjab Domicile candidates. Vacancies shown reserved for Women shall be filled as per Punjab Civil Services (Reservation for Women) Rules 2020; if unfilled due to insufficient women candidates, they will be filled from eligible candidates of the respective category irrespective of gender. PSPCL reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel vacancies at any stage without notice.
- Note: During probation period (3 years or as per Punjab Govt. instructions), newly appointed candidates shall be paid minimum admissible pay only, without Grade Pay, DA, annual increment, or other allowances except TA and medical reimbursement.
- Category Abbreviations: SC – Scheduled Caste | SC(MB) – SC/Mazhabi Balmiki | SC(OT) – SC/Others | BC – Backward Class | XSM (Self/Dep.) – Ex-Servicemen (Self/Dependent) | PWD – Person with Disability | EWS – Economically Weaker Section | FF – Freedom Fighter | SP – Sports Person
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
- Knowledge/qualification of Punjabi is essential for ALL posts. Candidates must have passed Punjabi at least at Matriculation level or its equivalent. All qualifications must be possessed by the last date of online application (01-07-2026).
- Physical Fitness Standard for Fireman (CBT-qualified candidates):
- Running a distance of 100 yards with a weight of 60 kg stones in one minute.
- Lifting the hook ladder to a vertical position from the 3rd and 6th round.
- Climbing a rope or a vertical pipe to a height of 8–10 feet from the ground.
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
- Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age as on 01-01-2026. For Fireman post, candidates must be between 18 and 37 years as on the date of advertisement. Relaxation in upper age limit is as per Punjab Govt. instructions adopted by PSPCL.
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- Fee is non-refundable and must be deposited by online mode only. Applications without fee deposit will be rejected. If applying for more than one post, candidates must submit a separate application and fee for each post. Bank charges, if any, are applicable in addition to the fee. GST is applicable at 18% on the base fee.
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Selection is based on a Computer Based Online Test (CBT). For the post of Fireman, CBT-qualified candidates must additionally pass the prescribed Physical Test/Physical Fitness Standard. The merit list is prepared category-wise based on marks secured in the CBT only (except Sports Person category whose merit is prepared by the Office of Director/Sports, Punjab). If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, score normalization (as per Annexure-B) will be applied. In case of equal marks, the higher-age candidate will be ranked higher.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks in Online Test:
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 – Exam Pattern
- Group B Posts – Certified Welder and APA (Mechanical): No mandatory Punjabi qualifying test. Single-paper CBT of 100 MCQ questions, 2 hours duration.
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes). Marking: +1 for each correct answer; -0.25 for each wrong answer. No negative marking is not applicable — negative marking of 1/4th is applied.
- Group C Posts – Laboratory Assistant, Fireman, Technician Grade-1 (Mechanical), Technician Grade-1 (Instrumentation), Welder Grade-1, Electrician Grade-1: Two-part CBT. Part-I is a mandatory Punjabi qualifying test. Candidates must score minimum 50% (25/50) in Part-I to be considered for Part-II marks. Total duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
- Part-II is bilingual (English/Punjabi) — candidates may choose the language during the exam.
- Posts of Bulldozer Operator and Loco Shunter Operator: Two-part CBT (same Part-I Punjabi qualifying test). Part-II covers general topics only (no discipline-specific questions). Total duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
How to Apply for PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must apply online through the PSPCL website at www.pspcl.in. No other mode of application (manual/paper/email) will be accepted. Candidates must have a valid personal mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
- Step I – Online Registration: Visit www.pspcl.in → Click on "Recruitment" tab → Select the relevant CRA 314/26 link → Click "NEW REGISTRATION" → Fill all details (name, DOB, father's name, mobile, email) → Verify OTP on registered mobile/email → Upload photograph and signature → Save and submit. Before final submission, accept the Terms & Conditions and Self-declaration.
- Photograph Specifications: 150 × 200 pixels (preferred); 20 KB–50 KB; JPG/JPEG; recent passport size colour.
- Signature Specifications: 140 × 60 pixels (preferred); 10 KB–20 KB; JPG/JPEG; signed with black ink on white paper.
- Step II – Fee Deposit: After application submission, deposit the fee via SBI Payment Gateway (Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card) from the fee payment link. Retain transaction number and take printout of payment receipt. Fee can also be paid separately by revisiting www.pspcl.in and logging in as Registered Candidate.
- Step III – Print Application Form: After successful fee deposit, log in again and download/print the final application form for future reference.
- Apply Online at: https://www.pspcl.in
- Helpdesk: [email protected] (quote Registration Number in all queries)
Important Instructions for PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Candidature is purely provisional and subject to fulfillment of eligibility criteria at document checking — mere issue of admit card or qualifying the CBT does not imply final selection.
- All qualifications, age, category, and other eligibility conditions must be fulfilled as on the last date of online application (01-07-2026).
- Category/sub-category once filled cannot be changed under any circumstances. Candidates applying under the wrong category will be rejected without any further notice.
- Candidates with result awaited should write "RESULT AWAITED" in the Year of Passing column but must acquire the required qualification by the last date.
- SC/BC reservation is applicable only for Punjab Domicile candidates. Candidates must produce proof of Punjab domicile at document checking.
- EWS candidates must possess an Income and Asset Certificate showing gross annual family income for FY 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27.
- Ex-Serviceman (Self) certificate must be issued by the concerned District Sainik Welfare Officer, Govt. of Punjab. Lineal Descendant Certificate (for Dependent) must also be from the same authority.
- Freedom Fighter certificate must be issued by the Deputy Commissioner of the concerned district as per Punjab Govt. instructions.
- Sports Person category candidates must submit Sports Gradation Certificates to PSPCL Head Office, Recruitment Section, Patiala before or by the last date of application — separately for each post applied for. Merit for Sports Person category is prepared by the Office of Director/Sports, Punjab.
- PwD reservation is as per The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Minimum benchmark disability is 40%. PwD certificate must be issued by Civil Surgeon, Govt. of Punjab.
- For Fireman post: CBT-qualified candidates must also pass the Physical Test (100 yards with 60 kg weight in 1 minute, hook ladder, rope/pipe climbing) for final selection.
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, bags, purses, electronic/non-electronic instruments, and ornaments are strictly banned in the examination complex. Only admit card and photo identity proof are to be brought.
- On the day of exam, bring print of admit card along with Aadhaar Card and one more valid photo ID (Driving Licence / Voter Card / Passport / Employer ID from Govt. institution).
- Candidates currently working in Government/Semi-Government/PSU/Cooperative organizations must submit a NOC from their organization after resigning and before joining PSPCL.
- Selected candidates issued appointment letters must join within 21 days. A final notice of 21 more days will be given if not joined on scheduled date. Failure to join even after final notice will result in automatic cancellation of appointment letter.
- Validity of selection panels is one year from the date of approval of the first selection panel by the competent authority. Candidates on the waiting list will not be considered after expiry of validity.
- No TA/DA will be paid for online test, document checking, or counselling.
- In case of any dispute or ambiguity, legal jurisdiction shall be subject to Local Courts at Patiala only.
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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026?
- There are 116 vacancies across 10 posts including Fireman (35), Laboratory Assistant (14), Bulldozer Operator (12), Electrician Grade-1 (12), Loco Shunter Operator (12), Technician Grade-1/Mechanical (11), Technician Grade-1/Instrumentation (10), APA/Mechanical (07), Welder Grade-1 (02), and Certified Welder (01).
Q4. What is the application fee for PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026?
- General/OBC/EWS/XSM/FF/SP candidates must pay Rs. 1,200/- + 18% GST = Rs. 1,416/- (plus bank charges if applicable). SC and PwD candidates must pay Rs. 750/- + 18% GST = Rs. 885/- (plus bank charges if applicable). Fee is non-refundable.
Q5. What is the age limit for PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age as on 01-01-2026. SC/BC candidates get 5 years relaxation, PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation, and certain women categories (widows, divorced, etc.) have an upper limit of 40 years.
Q6. What is the exam pattern for Group C posts in PSPCL CRA 314/26?
- Group C posts (Lab Assistant, Fireman, Technician Grade-1, Welder Grade-1, Electrician Grade-1) have a two-part CBT: Part-I is a 50-question mandatory Punjabi qualifying test (min. 50% required, no negative marking); Part-II has 100 questions covering the concerned discipline, Punjabi language, GK, Reasoning, and General English (negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer). Total duration is 3 hours.
Q7. Is there a physical test for the Fireman post in PSPCL CRA 314/26?
- Yes. Candidates who qualify the CBT for the Fireman post must additionally pass a prescribed physical test: running 100 yards with a 60 kg weight in one minute, lifting the hook ladder from the 3rd and 6th round, and climbing a rope or vertical pipe to 8–10 feet. Physical standards include height of 5'5", chest 33.5"/35", and vision 6/6 without glasses (height and vision only for women).
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