Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) is an autonomous Society under the Ministry of Power engaged in Research and Development in the fields of generation, transmission, distribution and operation of electricity supply systems has announced CPRI Recruitment 2026. A total of 110 vacancies out across 10 posts as Engineering Officer Gr.1, lEngineering Assistant (Electrical), Scientific Assistant, Technician Gr.1, and more other posts. Online registration process opens from 19 September 2026 to 12 October 2026.
Candidates can visit official website and read details before applying
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Particulars |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | CPRI/06/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 110 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 19 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Cut-off Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Posting Location | Various CPRI locations in India (Bangalore, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Nashik, Noida, Kolkata, Guwahati, Raipur) |
| Official Website | https://cpri.res.in/ |
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Posting Location
Various CPRI locations in India (Bangalore, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Nashik, Noida, Kolkata, Guwahati, Raipur)
Important Dates for CPRI Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 19.09.2026(10.00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 12.10.2026(05.00PM) |
| Cut-Off Date (Academic Qualification, Upper Age limit etc.) | 12.10.2026 |
Vacancy Details for CPRI Recruitment 2026
Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has released 110 vacancies in 10 posts.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical) (1 post reserved for PwBD – LD (OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV) | 7 |
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Civil) | 1 |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical) (2 posts reserved for PwBD – LD (OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV)) | 10 |
| Engineering Assistant (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Scientific Assistant | 2 |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical) | 7 |
| Technician Gr.1 (Mechanical) | 2 |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | 37 |
| Assistant Gr. II | 29 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Gr.1 (Watch & Ward Duties) | 14 |
Note: The number of vacancies is provisional. CPRI reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies, modify the branches/ disciplines notified, or vary the reservation of vacancies depending upon its actual requirements and/or the availability of suitable candidates.
Eligibility Criteria for CPRI Recruitment 2026
CPRI Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical) | First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering with Valid GATE Score of the year 2024/2025/2026 in Electrical Engineering |
| Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Civil) | First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university in Civil Engineering with Valid GATE Score of the year 2024/2025/2026 in Civil Engineering. |
| Scientific Assistant | First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized University with 5 years of experience in the relevant subject field |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical) | First Class 3 year Diploma in Engineering / Technology in Electrical with 5 years of experience in relevant field. |
| Technician Grade 1 (Electrical) | ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical |
| Technician Grade 1 (Mechanical) | ITI Trade Certificate in Mechanical |
| Technical Attendant Grade 1 | Matriculation or equivalent pass from a recognized Board. Desirable: ITI Trade Certificate of two years duration in the Electrical/Mechanical field. |
| Assistant Grade II | First Class BA/BSc./B.Com/BBA/BBM/BCA degree from a recognized university and minimum Grade-B certificate in BCC conducted by NIE and NIELIT on the closing date. Only BCC conducted by NIELIT shall be accepted |
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CPRI Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical/Civil) | 30 years |
| Scientific Assistant | 35 years |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical) | 35 years |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical) | 28 years |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | 30 years |
| Assistant Gr. II | 30 years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Gr.1 | 25 years |
The crucial date for determining the upper age limit, educational qualifications, certificates/testimonials, category (OBC-NCL/EWS/SC/ST), etc., shall be as on 12.10.2026. The upper age limit is relaxable as per Government of India norms.
Application Fee for CPRI Recruitment 2026
| Post | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant | Rs.1000/-per post |
| Technician Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, Technical Attendant Grade 1 | Rs.700/- per post |
There is no application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women candidates. Due to unforeseen circumstance, CPRI will refund only the application fees, but not any other expenditure incurred by the candidates under any circumstances.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical/Civil) | Level 7 | Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Scientific Assistant | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
| Assistant Gr. II | Level 4 | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical) | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Gr.1 | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 |
Documents Required for CPRI Recruitment 2026
• Testimonials in proof for Date of Birth like Matriculation Certificate / Secondary School Leaving Certificate/SSC/X Standard Marks card.
• Educational Qualification Certificate with mark sheets of all years/semesters and GATE Score Card.
• Experience /Service Certificate of the organization indicating the post held, period of service, gross emoluments, area of experience along with supporting documents such as EPF.
• Discharge Certificate & Ex-Servicemen ID card for Ex-Servicemen.
• Caste/category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) and disability certificate for PwBD candidates, if applicable.
• No Objection certificate(NOC) from the Employer of Central/State Govt./Quasi Govt. offices/Public Sector Undertaking, Public Sector Banks/ Autonomous Bodies.
How to Apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026
1. Visit the official website at https://cpri.res.in/.
2. Register using contact number and email ID.
3. Fill in the application form correctly, selecting the correct post.
4. Upload scanned photograph, signature and other required documents.
5. Pay the application fee online, if required.
6. Submit the application form and take hardcopy page.
CPRI Recruitment Instructions
• Only Indian Nationals aged 18 years and above are eligible to apply.
• Candidates can apply for more than one post, but must submit a separate online application, fee and documents for each post.
• Multiple applications for the same post will result in rejection of all such applications.
• Furnishing false, tampered or fabricated information can lead to disqualification.
• Online applications, once registered, cannot be withdrawn, and the fee once paid is non-refundable except in case of cancellation of the recruitment itself (only the fee is refunded, not other expenses).
• Candidates should regularly check the official CPRI website for updates, as CPRI is not responsible for missed communication due to technical issues.
• Queries can be addressed to recruitment@cpri.in; telephonic queries will not be entertained.
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CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the number of vacancies announced for CPRI Recruitment 2026?
There are 110 vacancies announced for CPRI Recruitment 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 12 October 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for CPRI Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs. 1,000/- for Engineering Officer, Scientific Assistant and Engineering Assistant posts, and Rs. 700/- for Technician, Assistant Gr. II and Technical Attendant posts. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/women candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q4. What is the salary for CPRI Recruitment 2026 posts?
Pay ranges from Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900) for Technical Attendant and MTS posts to Level 7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400) for Engineering Officer posts, as per the 7th CPC pay matrix.
Q5. What is the application procedure for CPRI Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply through official website at https://cpri.res.in/.