CPRI Recruitment 2026 – 110 Posts, Apply Online

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – 110 Posts, Eligibility, Age Limit & Online Form Details

Short Description: Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has released the notification for CPRI Recruitment 2026 for 110 vacancies across various posts, including Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, and other positions. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
Candidates can check important dates, application fee, age limit, age relaxation, eligibility criteria, selection process, and application details. The last date to submit the online application form is 12 October 2026 (05:00 PM).

CPRI Recruitment 2026 Online Form

Apply Online for Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant & Other Posts | 110 Vacancies | Advt. No. CPRI/06/2026 | Last Date 12 October 2026 | Key Highlights

Important Information

📅 Important Dates

Notification Release Date : September 2026
Application Starts From : 19 September 2026
Last Date for Submission : 12 October 2026 (05:00 PM)
Last Date to Pay Examination Fee : 12 October 2026
Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification : 12 October 2026
Date of Examination : Notify Later
Admit Card Release : Before Exam
Result : To Be Announced Soon

💰 Application Fee

Engineering Officer/ Scientific Assistant/ Engineering Assistant : ₹ 1,000/- (Inclusive of GST)
Technician/ Assistant Gr. II/ Technical Attendant : ₹ 700/- (Inclusive of GST)
SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Ex-Servicemen/ Women Candidates : Exempted (No Fee)

💳 Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee Through Online Mode Only. Bank charges, if any, will be borne by the candidate. Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.

Age Limits & Total Posts

📌 Age Limits (As on 12 October 2026)

MTS Gr.1 (Watch & Ward) : Maximum 25 Years
Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical) : Maximum 28 Years
Engineering Officer Gr.1 / Technical Attendant / Assistant Gr. II : Maximum 30 Years
Scientific Assistant / Engineering Assistant : Maximum 35 Years

✔ Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen. Minimum age is 18 years for all posts.

📊 Total Seats / Posts

110

(Various Posts – CPRI)

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Post Name & Eligibility

📖 Post Name	✅ Eligibility Criteria
Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical)	First Class B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering + valid GATE score of 2024/2025/2026 (Electrical Engineering paper). Maximum Age: 30 Years.
Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Civil)	First Class B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering + valid GATE score of 2024/2025/2026 (Civil Engineering paper). Maximum Age: 30 Years.
Engineering Assistant (Electrical)	First Class 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Technology + 5 years’ relevant experience. Maximum Age: 35 Years.
Engineering Assistant (Mechanical)	First Class 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Technology + 5 years’ relevant experience. Maximum Age: 35 Years.
Scientific Assistant	First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry + 5 years’ experience in the relevant field. Maximum Age: 35 Years.
Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical)	ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical / Mechanical. Maximum Age: 28 Years.
Technical Attendant Gr.1	Matriculation or equivalent. Desirable: 2-year ITI in Electrical / Mechanical. Maximum Age: 30 Years.
Assistant Gr. II	First Class BA / B.Sc. / B.Com / BBA / BBM / BCA + minimum Grade-B BCC certificate from NIELIT only (other computer courses not accepted). Maximum Age: 30 Years.
MTS Gr.1 (Watch & Ward Duties)	Matriculation or equivalent. All 14 posts reserved for Ex-Servicemen. Maximum Age: 25 Years.

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Post Wise Vacancies

Post Name	Total 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

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Salary Details

Post Name	Pay Level (7th CPC)	Pay Scale
Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical / Civil)	Level-7	₹ 44,900 – ₹ 1,42,400
Engineering Assistant / Scientific Assistant	Level-6	₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400
Assistant Gr. II	Level-4	₹ 25,500 – ₹ 81,100
Technician Gr.1 (Electrical / Mechanical)	Level-2	₹ 19,900 – ₹ 63,200
Technical Attendant Gr.1 / MTS Gr.1	Level-1	₹ 18,000 – ₹ 56,900

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

Post Name	Selection Process
Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical / Civil)	GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026)
Engineering Assistant and Scientific Assistant	Computer Based Test (CBT) + Job-Specific Practical Skill Test
Technician Gr.1	CBT + Qualifying Trade Test
Technical Attendant Gr.1	CBT
Assistant Gr. II	CBT
MTS Gr.1 (Watch & Ward)	CBT + Trade / Proficiency Test

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply

Visit the official CPRI portal – www.cpri.res.in
Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
Fill in the online application form with correct personal and academic details.
Upload photograph, signature, and required documents (Educational Certificates, GATE Score Card, Caste Certificate, etc.).
Pay the application fee online as applicable.
Submit the application before 12 October 2026 (05:00 PM).
Download and save the submitted application for future reference.

Note – सभी उम्मीदवारों से अनुरोध है कि आवेदन करने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यानपूर्वक जरूर पढ़ें। Notification में दी गई Last Date, Age Limit, Qualification एवं अन्य महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी जांचने के बाद ही आवेदन फॉर्म भरें।

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CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

Applications must be submitted online only through the official website. No other mode is allowed.
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
Age limit varies by post (18 to 25/28/30/35 years). Candidates must ensure they meet the post-wise age criteria as on 12 October 2026.
Essential qualifications (10th / ITI / Diploma / Degree / GATE) as specified for each post are mandatory.
Valid GATE score of 2024/2025/2026 is mandatory for Engineering Officer Gr.1 posts.
NIELIT BCC certificate (Grade-B minimum) is mandatory for Assistant Gr. II post.
Application fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other application.
Fee is exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women candidates.
No change/correction/modification will be allowed after final submission.
All information submitted will be verified with original documents at the time of document verification.
Incomplete applications will be rejected without any communication.
The number of vacancies is provisional and may increase or decrease.
Keep checking the official website for updates and corrigendum.

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CPRI Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

What is CPRI Recruitment 2026?

It is a recruitment drive by the Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), an autonomous society under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, for direct recruitment to 110 posts of Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, Technical Attendant, Assistant Grade II, and Multi-Tasking Staff.

How many vacancies are available in CPRI Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 110 vacancies across various posts including Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical/Civil), Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical), Scientific Assistant, Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical), Technical Attendant Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, and MTS Gr.1 (Watch & Ward).

What is the last date to apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 12 October 2026 (05:00 PM). The online registration started on 19 September 2026 (10:00 AM).

What is the application fee for CPRI Recruitment 2026?

₹1,000 for Engineering Officer/Scientific Assistant/Engineering Assistant posts. ₹700 for Technician/Assistant Gr. II/Technical Attendant posts. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women candidates are exempted from payment of fee.

What is the age limit for CPRI Recruitment 2026?

The age limit varies by post – 18 to 25/28/30/35 years as on 12 October 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

What is the selection process for CPRI Recruitment 2026?

The selection is based on GATE Score (for Engineering Officer), Computer Based Test (CBT), Skill Test, and Trade Test as applicable for different posts.

CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Conclusion

The CPRI Recruitment 2026 is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking a permanent government job in the power sector research domain. With 110 vacancies across various technical and non-technical posts, eligible candidates should apply online through the official portal www.cpri.res.in between 19 September 2026 and 12 October 2026. Candidates must possess the required qualifications including 10th/ITI/Diploma/Degree/GATE as applicable. The selection will be based on GATE Score, Computer Based Test, Skill Test, and Trade Test. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully and ensure they meet all eligibility conditions before applying. For more genuine updates and Sarkari job alerts, visit JobMitra.info.