CPRI Recruitment Overview
Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has officially released official notification for the recruitment 110 Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, Technical Attendant, Assistant Gr. II & MTS vacancies. Online applications start from 19th September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official CPRI website. The last date to submit the application form is 12th October 2026.
| Company | Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, Technical Attendant, Assistant Gr. II & MTS |
| Advertisement No. | CPRI/06/2026 (Dated 19.09.2026) |
| Total Posts | 110 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-1 to Level-7 (₹18,000 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years (as on 12/10/2026) as per post |
| Qualification | 10th / ITI / Diploma / Degree / GATE (post-wise) |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Start Date of Apply | 19/09/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 12/10/2026 |
| Application Fee | Engineering Officer Gr.1, Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant: ₹1,000/- Technician Gr.1, Assistant Gr. II, Technical Attendant Gr.1: ₹700/- Note: fully for Female/SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/PwBD candidates |
| Website | https://cpri.res.in/ |
CPRI Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of vacancies |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical) | 07 |
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Civil) | 01 |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical) | 10 |
| Engineering Assistant (Mechanical) | 01 |
| Scientific Assistant | 02 |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical) | 07 |
| Technician Gr.1 (Mechanical) | 02 |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | 37 |
| Assistant Gr. II | 29 |
| MTS Gr.1 (Watch & Ward Duties) | 14 |
| Grand Total | 110 |
CPRI Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18–35 Years (as on 12/10/2026) as per post |
| Experience | Yes required as per relevant post |
Educational Qualification + Experience
| Post Name | Educational Qualification + Experience |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical) | First Class Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized university, with a valid GATE score of 2024/2025/2026 in Electrical Engineering |
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Civil) | First Class Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Civil Engineering from a recognized university, with a valid GATE score of 2024/2025/2026 in Civil Engineering |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical) | First Class 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology in Electrical with 5 years of experience in the relevant field |
| Engineering Assistant (Mechanical) | First Class 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical with 5 years of experience in the relevant field |
| Scientific Assistant | First Class B.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized university with 5 years of experience in the relevant subject field |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical) | ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical |
| Technician Gr.1 (Mechanical) | ITI Trade Certificate in Mechanical |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board; ITI Trade Certificate (2-year duration) in Electrical/Mechanical is desirable |
| Assistant Gr. II | First Class BA/B.Sc./B.Com/BBA/BBM/BCA degree from a recognized university, along with a minimum Grade-B certificate in the Basic Computer Course (BCC) conducted by NIELIT, valid as on the closing date of application. Only NIELIT BCC certificates are accepted; no other computer course is valid for this post |
| MTS Gr.1 (Watch & Ward Duties) | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board (all posts reserved for Ex-servicemen) |
CPRI Recruitment Salary
| Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale (Per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical/Civil) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Scientific Assistant | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Assistant Gr. II | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Gr.1 | Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
All posts also carry service benefits such as Leave, LTC and medical benefits as per Government of India norms applicable to CPRI employees. Probation for all posts is initially for 2 years.
CPRI Recruitment Age Limit & Relaxation
The minimum age to apply is 18 years. Age, qualification and category will be reckoned as on the closing date of the online application, i.e., 12.10.2026. Upper age limit is relaxable as per Government of India norms.
| Post Name | Upper age limit (as on 12/10/2026) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
CPRI Recruitment Selection Process
| Post Codes | Selection Procedure |
|---|---|
| Engineering Officer Gr.1 (Electrical/Civil) | Based on valid GATE score |
| Scientific Assistant | Computer Based Test (CBT) and job-specific practical skill test |
| Engineering Assistant (Electrical/Mechanical) | Computer Based Test (CBT) and job-specific practical skill test |
| Technician Gr.1 (Electrical/Mechanical) | Computer Based Test (CBT) performance; candidates must also qualify a Trade Test |
| Technical Attendant Gr.1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) performance |
| Assistant Gr. II | Computer Based Test (CBT) performance |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Gr.1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) and Trade/Proficiency Test |
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Based on Valid GATE Score
- Skill test
- Trade Test
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
CPRI Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 19/09/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 19/09/2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 12/10/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 12/10/2026 |
| Cut-off date for eligibility | 12/10/2026 |
CPRI Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official CPRI website, https://cpri.res.in/.
- Step 2: Register and fill all mandatory fields carefully.
- Step 3: Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Step 4: Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Step 5: Submit the form.
- Step 6: Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
CPRI Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in CPRI Recruitment 2026?
A total of 110 vacancies (provisional) are notified across 10 posts.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 19 September 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 12 October 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for CPRI Recruitment 2026 posts?
The upper age limit ranges from 25 years (MTS Gr.1) to 35 years (Scientific Assistant, Engineering Assistant), with age relaxation as per Government of India norms.
Q 5. What is the application fee for CPRI Recruitment 2026?
₹1,000 for Engineering Officer, Scientific Assistant and Engineering Assistant; ₹700 for Technician, Assistant Gr. II and Technical Attendant. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and women are exempted.
Abbreviation
| CPRI | Central Power Research Institute |
|---|---|
| GATE | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering |
| JRF | Junior Research Fellow |
| RA | Research Associate |
| PS-I | Project Scientist-I |
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| UPI | Unified Payments Interface |
| CPC | Central Pay Commission |