The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026 for recruitment to 110 posts.
The recruitment includes Engineering Officer Grade I, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician Grade I, Technical Attendant Grade I, Assistant Grade II and Multi-Tasking Staff Grade I posts.
The recruitment is particularly relevant for candidates with 10th, ITI, Diploma, Graduate and B.E./B.Tech qualifications. CPRI's official career page confirms that online applications open on 19 September 2026 and close on 12 October 2026 at 11:59 PM on its recruitment listing.
Job Vacancies :
| Organization | Posts | Qualification | Location | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) | 110 | 10th, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc., Graduate, B.E./B.Tech and GATE, depending on post | CPRI units across India | 12 October 2026 |
CPRI has announced 110 vacancies across 10 post/discipline combinations under Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026. The largest number of vacancies is for Technical Attendant Grade I with 37 posts, followed by Assistant Grade II with 29 posts and MTS Grade I with 14 posts.
Vacancy Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | CPRI/06/2026 |
| Total Posts | 110 |
| Job Category | Central Government / Technical Jobs |
| Qualification | 10th, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc., Graduate, B.E./B.Tech and GATE, depending on post |
| Job Location | CPRI units across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 October 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level 1 to Level 7, depending on post |
| Selection Process | GATE/CBT/Skill or Trade Test, depending on post |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Grade I – Electrical | 7 |
| Engineering Officer Grade I – Civil | 1 |
| Engineering Assistant – Electrical | 10 |
| Engineering Assistant – Mechanical | 1 |
| Scientific Assistant | 2 |
| Technician Grade I – Electrical | 7 |
| Technician Grade I – Mechanical | 2 |
| Technical Attendant Grade I | 37 |
| Assistant Grade II | 29 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff Grade I – Watch & Ward Duties | 14 |
| Total | 110 |
Eligibility Criteria
The qualification varies according to the post.
Engineering Officer Grade I (Electrical)
Candidates must possess the prescribed first-class B.E./B.Tech qualification in the relevant discipline and meet the prescribed GATE requirement.
Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Civil)
First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university in Civil Engineering
Engineering Assistant
Candidates require the prescribed first-class three-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline together with the required experience, where applicable.
Scientific Assistant
Candidates require the prescribed first-class B.Sc. qualification in the relevant subject together with the experience specified in the advertisement.
Technician Grade I
Candidates require the prescribed ITI trade certificate in Electrical or Mechanical trade, according to the post.
Technical Attendant Grade I
Candidates must possess Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised Board. The prescribed ITI qualification may be desirable/required according to the detailed recruitment conditions.
Assistant Grade II
Candidates require the prescribed first-class Bachelor's degree in BA/B.Sc./B.Com./BBA/BBM/BCA or an equivalent eligible qualification, along with the prescribed computer qualification.
Multi-Tasking Staff Grade I
Candidates must possess the prescribed Matriculation qualification. The MTS Grade I vacancies are for Watch & Ward duties, with reservation conditions specified in the advertisement.
Age Limit
The upper age limit varies according to the post and may range from 25 to 35 years, depending on the position.
Applicable age relaxation will be available to eligible reserved categories and other candidates according to Government of India rules.
Important Dates
Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026: September 2026
Hosted Date: 18 September 2026
Online Application Start Date: 19 September 2026
Last Date to Apply: 12 October 2026
CPRI's official career page confirms the 19 September–12 October application window.
Selection Process
The selection process varies by post and may include:
GATE score.
Computer Based Test (CBT).
Skill Test.
Trade Test.
Document Verification.
Candidates should check the detailed notification for the exact selection procedure applicable to their post.
Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the post/category.
a) Engineering Officer Gr.1, Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant- Rs.1000/- For each post (Inclusive of GST)
b)Technician Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, Technical Attendant Grade 1 - Rs.700/- For each post (Inclusive of GST)
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women are exempted from payment of fees.
How to Apply
Visit the official CPRI website.
Open the Career section.
Select Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026.
Read the complete recruitment advertisement.
Open the online application link.
Complete the registration process.
Enter personal and educational details.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the applicable application fee.
Submit the application before the deadline.
Download and retain the application confirmation.
Official Recruitment Website: CPRI Official Career Page
Official Recruitment Notification: CPRI Advertisement No. CPRI/06/2026
Important Tips for Applicants
Check the exact ITI trade required for Technician posts.
Diploma candidates should verify the required engineering branch.
Engineering Officer candidates should check the prescribed GATE requirement.
Verify the age limit for the selected post.
Check reservation and category requirements.
Keep copies of all uploaded documents.
Apply only through the official CPRI recruitment portal.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is based on the official recruitment notification Candidates should carefully read the official advertisement and verify the latest eligibility requirements, vacancy details, dates and application conditions before applying.