WAPCOS Limited an ISO 9001:2015’ “Mini Ratna- I” Organization has released WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 to engage Experts on Project term basis for work relating to the various Power Transmission, Distribution and Solar Projects in India and abroad. A total of 29 posts released (9 Indian Projects, 17 Overseas Projects – Africa Region). Candidates can apply up until 15 November 2026.
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WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | WAPCOS Limited |
| Notice No. | 5/226/Power/T&D |
| Post Name | Office Assistant, Civil Engineer, Experts & More |
| Total Posts | 29 |
| Age Limit | Max 67 years |
| Job Location | India & Abroad |
| Application Mode | Email to tdp@wapcos.co.in |
| Last date of application | 15 November 2026 |
| Official Website | www.wapcos.co.in |
Important Dates for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | Not noted |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 November 2026 |
| Age & Experience Cut-off Date | 01 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026
Vacancies are divided in two groups. One fir Indian Projects and another Overseas Projects (African region). Check below details:
Indian Vacancy
| S.No. | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transmission Expert | 1 |
| 2 | Civil Expert (Transmission & Substation) | 1 |
| 3 | Procurement & Contract Expert | 1 |
| 4 | Sr. Environmental Safeguard Expert | 1 |
| 5 | Sr. Social Safeguard Expert | 1 |
| 6 | Occupational, Health & Safety Officer | 1 |
| 7 | Environmental Investigation Officer | 3 |
| 8 | Project Accountant | 1 |
| 9 | Office Assistant | 1 |
WAPCOS Overseas Projects (Africa Region)
| S.No. | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Manager | 1 |
| 2 | Distribution Substation Engineer | 1 |
| 3 | Distribution Line Engineer (Electrical) | 1 |
| 4 | Renewable Energy Engineer, BESS specialist | 1 |
| 5 | Solar Power Plant Expert | 1 |
| 6 | Civil Engineer (Solar Power Plant | 1 |
| 7 | Transmission Expert | 1 |
| 8 | Project Manager | 1 |
| 9 | Social and Gender Specialist | 1 |
| 10 | Distribution Engineer | 1 |
| 11 | General Site Supervisor | 1 |
| 12 | Resident Project Manager | 1 |
| 13 | Distribution System Supervision Coordinator (Electrical | 1 |
| 14 | Distribution System Supervision Coordinator (Civil Engineer) | 1 |
| 15 | Health, Safety and Environment Expert | 1 |
| 16 | Social Expert | 1 |
| 17 | Distribution Protection and Control Design Engineer | 2 |
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 67 years |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Not noted |
| Age Relaxation | Not specified |
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Educational Qualification and Experience
Indian Projects
1. Transmission Expert
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Experience:
• Transmission Line Engineer with professional work record of not less than 10 years in planning, designing, managing, quality assurance and supervising transmission line with voltage levels of minimum 220kV. Moreover, the expert must have experience of working under PMC services/consultant for minimum 3 years
• Experience of not less than 10 years in survey of transmission line at voltage level of minimum 220kV. Experience of Stringing of conductor, erection of special and multi circuit tower and pile foundation in river crossing will be preferred.
2. Civil Expert (Transmission & Substation)
Qualification: Bachelor or higher degree in civil engineering or equivalent from recognized institution.
Experience:
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in designing, quality monitoring and supervising of transmission line and Substations civil foundation works with voltage levels covering 132kV and upward up to 220kV. Expert must have experience of working under PMC services/consultant for a period of minimum 3 years.
• Expert have an understanding of High Voltage Transmission line clearances and safety considerations and knowledge on AutoCAD or similar software.
• Well conversant with methods and tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings or other structures and specially the different types of foundation involves in transmission lines including pile and well foundation.
3. Procurement & Contract Expert
Qualification: Post graduate degree in Engineering or equivalent from recognized institution
Experience:
• The Procurement and Contract Expert shall have an professional work record of not less than 10 years in managing procurement and contract management for works of construction of transmission lines and substations of voltage level upto 220kV.
• Moreover, the expert must have experience of working under PMC services/consultant for a period of minimum 3 years for any Externally Aided Project.
• Expert should be well conversant with the procurement guidelines and procedures of the externally aided project. Expert having certification from MDBs, will be preferable.
4. Sr. Environmental Safeguard Expert
Qualification: Master’s degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/ Environmental Engineering or in similar field from recognized institution
Experience:
• 10 years of demonstrated expeexperience preparation and implementation of EIA/ESIAs and EMP/ESMPs for assessment, management and monitoring environmental and social risks and impacts in linear Infrastructure projects. The expert should be conversant with the Environmental Codes of Practice in the context of Govt. of India, environmental and social policies of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).
• Experience in overseeing Energy Infrastructure projects will be an advantage.
• Must have experience of at least two Externally Aided Projects for overall period of minimum 5 years.
• Moreover, the expert must have experience of working under PMC services/consultant for a period of minimum 5 years.
5. Sr. Social Safeguard Expert
Qualification: Master’s degree in Social Science / Social Work / Social Management or similar field from recognized institution.
Experience:
• 10 years of experience in preparation and implementation of social assessments and management plans, resettlement action plan/Tribal Development Plan, Livelihood assessment and restoration plan etc. in linear Infrastructure projects. The expert should also be conversant with the social policies of Govt. of India and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).
• Experience in overseeing Energy Infrastructure projects will be an added advantage.
• Must have experience of working in at least two Externally Aided Projects for minimum 5 years.
• Moreover, the expert must have experience of working under PMC services/consultant for a period of minimum 5 years.
6. Occupational, Health & Safety Officer
Qualification: Degree / P.G. Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety/ Industrial safety or equivalent from any recognized Institution.
Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Occupational, Health and Safety management. The officer should be well conversant with the safety policies and regulations adopted by the MDB funded linear infrastructure projects and should have minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Moreover, the expert having experience of working under PMC services/consultant will be an added advantage.
7. Environmental Investigation Officer
Qualification: M.Sc. in Environmental Science or in relevant field from recognized institution.
Experience : Minimum 2 years of experience of working on environment related aspects of transmission line and substation construction projects of 132kV/220kV level. The experience in projects funded by Multilateral Development Banks shall be preferred.
8. Project Accountant
Qualification: B.Com. from recognized institution
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting of power transmission and distribution sector infrastructure development projects. The experience in projects funded by Multilateral Development Banks shall be preferred.
9. Office Assistant
Qualification: Any Graduate Degree from recognized institution
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in assisting office works related to power transmission and distribution sector infrastructure development projects.
Overseas Projects (Africa Region)
1. Project Manager
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from recognized institution.
Experience:
• At least 10 years’managing/implementation/ design & supervision of Distribution Network Refurbishment and Strengthening and Last Mile connection projects or similar projects.
• The project Manager shall have managed at least 3 projects of similar nature within last 10 years.
2. Distribution Substation Engineer
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution
Experience:
• At least 10 years’ experience in the design, testing, installation, and commissioning of indoor and outdoor substations and switchgear.
• The Distribution Substation Engineer shall have worked on at least 2 projects of similar nature and scope within the last 7 years.
• Registration with a recognized professional body will be an added advantage.
3. Distribution Line Engineer (Electrical)
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Experience:
• At least 10 years’ experience in the design, testing, installation, and commissioning of medium voltage and low voltage distribution systems, pole¬-mounted and ground-mounted transformers, and last mile connections.
• The Distribution Line Engineer shall have worked on at least 2 projects of similar nature and scope within the last seven (7) years, including large-scale roll-out of electricity connections.
• Registration with a recognized professional body will be an added advantage.
4. Renewable Energy Engineer, BESS specialist
Qualification: Master’s degree in Renewable Energy Engineering or equivalent from recognized institution.
Experience: At least 12 years of experience in studies / control / implementation on projects for the construction of solar photovoltaic systems, including at least 07 years of experience on projects for the construction of ground-mounted solar photovoltaic power plants, connected to the HTB or HTA electricity network. Must have achieved at least over the last 7 years.
• Two execution/control and supervision missions for construction projects for a photovoltaic solar power plant of at least 20 MWc with BESS storage of at least 20 MWh, connected to an HTB or HTA, electricity network;
• Two detailed technical study or technical assistance relating to photovoltaic solar power plant construction projects with BESS storage, connected to an HTB or HTA electricity network.
• Having experience in control and supervision missions or detailed technical study or technical assistance relating to BESS storage projects of at least 20 MWh, connected to an HTB or HTA electricity network would be an asset.
• Having a good knowledge of the environmental and social standards of the World Bank and the IFC would be an asset.
5. Solar Power Plant Expert
Qualification: Masters Degree in Renewable Energy Engineer level or equivalent from recognized institution.
Experience:
• At least 12 years of experience in studies / control /implementation on photovoltaic solar system construction projects, including at least 7 years in photovoltaic solar power plant projects connected to the HTB or HTA electricity network.
• Must have achieved at least over the last 7 years following tasks:
° 3 execution/control and supervision missions for construction projects for a photovoltaic solar power plant of at least 20 MWc connected to an HTB or HTA electricity network. One detailed technical study or technical assistance mission relating to projects for the construction of a photovoltaic solar power plant of at least 20 MWc connected to an HTB or HTA electricity network.
• Having a good knowledge of the environmental and social standards of the World Bank and the IFC would be an asset.
• Will be responsible for coordinating all activities related to the construction of the solar power plant.
6. Civil Engineer (Solar Power Plant)
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent from recognized institution
Experience:
At least 7 years of experience in studies / control /implementation on civil engineering construction projects, including at least 5 years on photovoltaic solar power plant projects connected to the HTB or HTA electricity network.
• Must have carried out at least over the last 7 years: 2 missions of control and supervision of civil engineering works relating to the construction of a photovoltaic solar power plant of at least 10 MWc connected to an HTB or HTA electricity network, as works controller.
7. Transmission Expert
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from recognized institution
Experience:
• Transmission Line Engineer shall have a professional work of 10 years in planning, designing, managing, quality assurance and supervising transmission line with voltage levels of 132kV and above. Moreover, the expert must have experience of working under PMC services/consultant for a period of minimum 3 years.
• Shall have experience of not less than 10 years in survey of transmission line at voltage level of minimum 132kV. Experience of Stringing of conductor, erection of special and multi circuit tower and pile foundation in river crossing.
• The expert shall have worked on at least 3 projects of similar nature in the last 10 years.
8. Project Manager
Qualification: Bachelor or master’s degree in electrical engineering. Post-Graduation in Project Management / Planning / Engineering/ Administration will be an advantage.
Experience:
• 15 years’ experience in Electrical Power Systems; 10 years’ experience in Distribution Power Network Construction of up to 66 kV and 7 years’ experience in Project Management.
• The Project Manager shall have experience in leading/Managing the implementation of at least 3 Distribution projects of up to 33kV during the last 10 years. Minimum 2 projects will be of international turnkey contracts funded by international funding institutions (IFIs).
• The Project Manager shall be fluent in Portuguese with working knowledge of English and shall have worked in Sub Saharan Africa region.
9. Social and Gender Specialist
Qualification: Diploma in Social Sciences from recognized institution.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years’ of working experience in Social Development and Stakeholder Engagement.
• The social specialist shall have experience in similar projects of Social Development, in E&S risks and impacts assessment and management, particularly public civil works, so as experience in dealing with community conflicts mediation and Grievance Redress Mechanisms (GRM).
• Experience in assess and address GBV risks and challenges will be an asset and in Communication for Development and Behaviour Change an advantage.
• professional experience in Africa and language proficiency in Portuguese
• The specialist should provide training and guidance to the Social and Gender assistants
10. Distribution Engineer
Qualification: Degree in Electrical Engineering from recognized institution Experience:Minimum 10 years of experience in design and construction of distribution system projects up to 66 kV.
• The Distribution Engineer shall demonstrate expertise of working in similar projects and conducting, design and test of equipment of LV distribution system including household connection as well as of MV system.
• Shall have experience of working in minimum 2 projects funded by International Funding Institutions experience.
• The Distribution Engineer shall be fluent in Portuguese with working knowledge of English and shall have worked in Sub Saharan Africa region.
11. General Site Supervisor
Qualification: Degree in Electrical Engineering from recognized institution.
Experience:
• Minimum 15 years of general experience.
• Minimum 10 years in project supervision/coordination; shall have participated in minimum 3 contracts as project supervisor and 2 projects should have been financed by International Financial Institutions.
• The General Site Supervisor shall be fluent in Portuguese with working knowledge of English and have worked in Sub Saharan Africa region.
12. Resident Project Manager
Qualification: B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or related fields from a recognized university.
Experience:
• 15 years of experience in power system infrastructure construction, design, project implementation, and construction supervision.
• Project Manager experience in at least one distribution network construction project in developing countries.
• Good working knowledge of the English language.
13. Distribution System Supervision coordinator (Electrical Engineer)
Qualification: B.Sc./B.Tech. degree in Electrical Engineering (or related fields) from a recognized university
Experience:
• 8 years of experience in Electrical Distribution Network design, planning, and supervision works.
• Good working knowledge of the English.
15. Health, Safety and Environment Expert
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sociology, OHS, Development Studies, or related disciplines from a recognized university
Experience:
• 6 years of relevant experience, including conducting environmental, social, safety, and hazardous audits, and report preparation.
• Good working knowledge of the English Language.
16. Social Expert
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, OHS, Development Studies, or related disciplines from a recognized university
Experience:
• 6 years of relevant experience, including conducting social, safety, and hazardous audits and report preparation.
17. Distribution Protection and Control Design Engineer
Qualification: B.Sc./B.Tech. degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related fields from a recognized university
Experience:
• 6 years of experience in Electrical Distribution network construction design, planning and supervision works and have an experience in evaluating, testing, and commissioning electrical distribution equipment
• Experience in electrical substation/ distribution protection and control.
• Good working knowledge of the English Language.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Salary
Salary will be commensurate with the qualification and experience of the Consultant and will be discussed at the time of engagement.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
There is no information regarding selection process of candidates.
How to Apply for WAPCOS Recruitment
1. Read the notice regarding post, qualifications, experience and other details.
2. Check in the WAPCOS format only & application submitted in other formats will be rejected.
3. Application should be in the prescribed proforma along with self-attested photocopies of documents in support of Date of birth, Qualification, Experience and Proof of category etc.
4. Send CV to tdp@wapcos.co.in before 07.11.2026
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WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is maximum age limit for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 ?
Maximum age limit is 67 years.
Q2. How many posts announced?
A total of 29 posts out.
Q3. Is there any Overseas Projects?
There is Overseas Projects fir Africa Region.
Q4. What is mode of application?
Mode of Application is email.
Q5. What is the salary process?
Commensurate with qualification and experience; to be discussed at the time of engagement