CPRI Recruitment 2026

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) | Ministry of Power, Govt. of India | Advt. No. CPRI/06/2026

A stellar career opportunity in the central power sector! The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), an autonomous society under the Ministry of Power, has released notification Advt. No. CPRI/06/2026 to fill 110 vacancies across engineering, technical, scientific, administrative, and attendant cadri. Eligible candidates holding 10th Pass, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc., or B.E./B.Tech qualifications can submit their online applications via the official website before October 12, 2026 (05:00 PM).

Key Schedule & Application Fee Details

Important Event Schedule Application Fee Structure
• Online Application Start: 19th September 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 12th October 2026 (05:00 PM)
• Cut-off Date for Age/Qualification: 12th October 2026
• CBT / Skill Test Date: To Be Announced
• General / OBC / EWS: As Per Official Rules
• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / Female: Exempted / Concessional Fee

Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification

Post Name Vacancies Upper Age Educational Qualification
Engineering Officer Gr. I (Electrical / Civil) 8 30 Years First Class B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical/Civil Engg + Valid GATE Score.
Engineering Assistant (Electrical / Mechanical) 11 35 Years 3-Year Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering.
Scientific Assistant (Chemistry) 2 35 Years First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry.
Technician Gr. I (Electrical / Mechanical) 9 28 Years ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical / Mechanical Trade.
Technical Attendant Gr. I 37 30 Years Matriculation (10th Pass) or ITI Trade Certificate.
Assistant Gr. II 29 30 Years First Class Graduation + NIELIT BCC Certificate (Grade B).
MTS Gr. I (Watch & Ward Duties) 14 25 Years Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board.
Total Vacancies Announced 110 Posts

Selection Process

  • Engineering Officer Gr. I: Shortlisting based on valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026) followed by document verification.
  • Non-Executive Posts (Assistants, Technicians, Attendants, MTS): Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by a Job/Trade/Skill Test (where applicable).
  • Final Verification: Document Verification and pre-employment Medical Examination.

How to Apply Online via CPRI Portal

  1. Visit the official portal at cpri.res.in and open the "Careers" section.
  2. Select the advertisement link for "CPRI Recruitment Advt No. CPRI/06/2026".
  3. Complete basic online registration using your active email address and mobile number.
  4. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and post choice accurately.
  5. Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, and educational/category certificates.
  6. Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the application before October 12, 2026 (05:00 PM).

Official Direct Portal Links

CPRI Online Registration Portal Apply Online via cpri.res.in ↗
CPRI Official Website Visit cpri.res.in ↗