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Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), Patiala, has released the PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 Recruitment 2026 on the official website. There are 116 Junior Consultants and Associate Consultants vacancies available for different roles. The application process has started on the official website, and candidates can submit their application form before 01 July 2026. Those interested should read this article for complete information on the application process, eligibility criteria, and other important details.
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026: Overview
Candidates interested in this recruitment can refer to the overview table below for key details.
| PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 | ||
| Organization | Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), Patiala | |
| Post Name | Certified Welder, Electrician Grade-1, and more posts | |
| Number of Vacancies | 116 | |
| Application Dates | 11 June 2026 to 01 July 2026 | |
| Educational Qualification | ITI/Diploma/Degree | |
| Upper Age Limit | 18 to 37 years | |
| Application Fees |
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| Salary | Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 35,400/- Per Month | |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, and Medical Test | |
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| Official Website | www.pspcl.in | |
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PSPCL CRA 314/26 Important Dates 2026
| Name of Event | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Starts | 11 June 2026 |
| Last Date of Apply Online | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date of Fee Deposit | 06 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | At least 7 days before exam date |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified |
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Vacancy Details
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited Recruitment 2026 has a total of 116 Posts in various trades. The detailed discipline-wise vacancy table is given below.
| Name of Posts | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Certified Welder | 01 |
| Auxiliary Plant Attendant / Mechanical (APA) | 07 |
| Bulldozer Operator | 12 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 14 |
| Electrician Grade-1 | 12 |
| Technician Grade-1 / Mechanical | 11 |
| Technician Grade-1 / Instrumentation | 10 |
| Welder Grade-1 | 02 |
| Loco Shunter Operator | 12 |
| Fireman | 35 |
| Total | 116 |
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Essential Qualification
Please review it carefully to confirm your qualification before proceeding with the application.
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
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| Certified Welder | Matric with ITI Certificate in Welding trade AND Certificate in welding as per IBR 1950 in carbon steels root weld and radiographic quality welding on TIG welding. |
| Auxiliary Plant Attendant / Mechanical (APA) | Full-time Regular 3/4-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a State/Central Govt. recognized institute with minimum 60% marks; OR BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 50% marks; OR AMIE in Mechanical Engineering with at least 50% marks from Institution of Engineers (India), Calcutta. |
| Bulldozer Operator | Matric with Heavy Duty Driving Licence. |
| Laboratory Assistant | B.Sc. with Chemistry as main subject with minimum 60% marks; OR M.Sc. (Chemistry) with minimum 50% marks. |
| Electrician Grade-1 | 3/4-year recognized Diploma in Electrical Engineering with minimum 50% marks; OR Matric with regular ITI in Electrical discipline with minimum 60% marks AND 2 years experience as Electrician Grade-2 in PSPCL/PSTCL. |
| Technician Grade-1 / Mechanical | 3/4-year recognized Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 50% marks; OR Matric with regular ITI in Mechanical discipline with minimum 60% marks AND 2 years’ experience as Technician Grade-2 (Mechanical) in PSPCL/PSTCL. |
| Technician Grade-1 / Instrumentation | 3/4-year recognized Diploma in Instrumentation/Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering with minimum 50% marks; OR Matric with regular ITI in Instrumentation/Electronics/Electrical/Computer discipline with minimum 60% marks AND 2 years’ experience as Technician Grade-2 (Instrumentation) in PSPCL/PSTCL. |
| Welder Grade-1 | Matric with ITI Certificate in Welding AND Certificate in welding as per IBR 1950 regarding radiographic welding on carbon steels, alloy steels pipes and tubes. |
| Loco Shunter Operator | Matric with Heavy Duty Driving Licence. |
| Fireman | 1-year Certificate/Diploma in Fire Fighting from a State/Central Govt. recognized institution with minimum 50% marks AND Matric with Punjabi at Matriculation level (or equivalent certificate from recognized institution). Physical standards: Height – 5 feet 5 inches; Chest – 33.5 inches (unexpanded), 35 inches (expanded); Vision – 6/6 both eyes without glasses. (For women/girls: only height and vision standards apply.)
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PSPCL CRA 314/26 Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Age Limit & Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 to 37 years as on 01-01-2026 |
| SC / Backward Class | 5 years over and above maximum age (up to 42 years) |
| Ex-Serviceman (Self) – Punjab Domicile | Period of Armed Forces service deducted from actual age; resultant age should not exceed maximum age limit by more than 3 years |
| Physically Handicapped (PwD) | 10 years over and above maximum age (up to 47 years) |
| Widow / Legally Separated / Divorced / Deserted Women / Wife of Disabled Military Personnel / Wives of Serving Military Personnel | Upper age limit is 40 years |
| Serving Employees of PSPCL / PSTCL / Punjab Govt. | To the extent of service rendered in PSPCL / erstwhile PSEB / PSTCL / Punjab Govt. |
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Application Fees
The detailed application fee structure for the PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment is given below:
| Category | Application Fees | Applicable GST (18%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| All candidates except the SC and PwD | Rs. 1200/- | 216 | Rs. 1416 |
| SC and PwD | Rs. 750/- | 135 | Rs. 885 |
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Selection Process
The PSPCL CRA 314/26 selection process comprises several distinct phases. Candidates must successfully clear both rounds to be considered eligible for the position. The selection procedure includes:
- Computer-Based Exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must be medically fit as per PSPCL standards and there are no interview in the selection process.
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Exam Pattern
Plant Attendant (Mechanical) Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Negative Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Questions related to the concerned discipline | 50 | 50 | 0.25 (1/4) | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Punjabi Language Knowledge | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Knowledge | 10 | 10 | ||
| Reasoning | 10 | 10 | ||
| General English | 10 | 10 | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Laboratory Assistant, Fireman, Technician Grade-1, Welder Grade-1 & Electrician Grade-1 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Negative Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 |
3 hours (180 minutes) |
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| Knowledge of Punjabi Language | 50 | 50 | No | |
| Part 2 |
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| Questions related to the concerned discipline | 50 | 50 | 0.25 (1/4) | |
| Punjabi Language Knowledge | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Knowledge | 10 | 10 | ||
| Reasoning | 10 | 10 | ||
| General English | 10 | 10 | ||
| Total | 150 | 150 | ||
Selection for the post of Fireman is not based solely on the CBT examination; the qualified candidates in the CBT examination will also be required to qualify the prescribed Physical Test/Physical Fitness Standard for final selection.
Bulldozer Operator and Loco Shunter Operator Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Negative Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 |
3 hours (180 minutes) |
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| Knowledge of Punjabi Language | 50 | 50 | No | |
| Part 2 |
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| Punjabi Language Knowledge | 20 | 20 | 0.25 (1/4) | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Knowledge | 20 | 20 | ||
| Reasoning | 20 | 20 | ||
| General English | 20 | 20 | ||
| Total | 150 | 150 | ||
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Qualifying Marks
| Name of Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
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| General (UR) | 45% |
| EWS, SC, BC, Ex-Serviceman, Freedom Fighter, Sports Person, PwD | 35% |
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Amount |
|---|---|
| Certified Welder | Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6) |
| Auxiliary Plant Attendant / Mechanical (APA) | Rs. 35,400/- (Level-6) |
| Bulldozer Operator | Rs. 29,200/- (Level-5) |
| Laboratory Assistant | Rs. 29,200/- (Level-5) |
| Electrician Grade-1 | Rs. 25,500/- (Level-4) |
| Technician Grade-1 / Mechanical | Rs. 25,500/- (Level-4) |
| Technician Grade-1 / Instrumentation | Rs. 25,500/- (Level-4) |
| Welder Grade-1 | Rs. 25,500/- (Level-4) |
| Loco Shunter Operator | Rs. 25,500/- (Level-4) |
| Fireman | Rs. 21,700/- (Level-3) |
PSPCL CRA 314/26 Apply Online Link
The PSPCL CRA 314/26 Recruitment 2026 online application has started on its official website. Candidates can complete their registration before 01 July 2026. Along with this, they need to finish E-KYC and keep their Portal Registration Number ready. Applicants should also have all important documents like age proof, educational certificates, category certificate, and Aadhaar cards. For easy access, a direct link to the online application form is given here.
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