Chhattisgarh's three state power companies have opened one of the largest electricity-sector recruitment drives currently available, with 1,501 vacancies across Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company Limited (CSPDCL), Chhattisgarh State Power Transmission Company Limited (CSPTCL) and Chhattisgarh State Power Generation Company Limited (CSPGCL). Recruitment Notice No. 01-01/HR/Recruitment/739106, dated 5 November 2026, covers Advertisement 1/2026 for Class-II posts and Advertisement 2/2026 for Class-III and IV posts. Online applications opened on 6 November 2026 at 8:00 PM and close on 26 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
The drive is broad enough to interest engineering graduates, diploma holders, ITI candidates, graduates with computer skills and candidates with professional or paramedical qualifications. The largest single group is Data Entry Operator with 609 posts, followed by 300 Attendant (Plant) Grade-III posts. Junior Engineer vacancies total 216 across notified disciplines, while Assistant Engineer vacancies total 152. At a basic level, eligibility ranges from Class 10 plus ITI to diploma, engineering degree, graduation or a post-specific professional qualification. Class-III and IV vacancies require Chhattisgarh domicile, while eligibility for Class-II posts is wider subject to the advertisement conditions. Candidates should choose the exact post first because age, qualification, fee, pay and later selection stages vary by post.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Chhattisgarh State Power Companies |
| Participating companies | CSPDCL, CSPTCL and CSPGCL |
| Recruitment notice | 01-01/HR/Recruitment/739106 |
| Advertisements | 1/2026 and 2/2026 |
| Notice date | 5 November 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 1,501 |
| Class-II vacancies | 195 |
| Class-III & IV vacancies | 1,306 |
| Application starts | 6 November 2026, 8:00 PM |
| Last date | 26 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Application mode | Online |
| Job location | Chhattisgarh |
| Official page | Open Chhattisgarh Power Recruitment Portal |
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy group | Posts |
|---|---|
| Class-II | 195 |
| Class-III & IV | 1,306 |
| Total | 1,501 |
Major vacancy groups include 609 Data Entry Operator, 300 Attendant (Plant) Grade-III, 216 Junior Engineer and 152 Assistant Engineer posts. Other vacancies cover accounts, medical, programming, chemistry, fire, security, law, industrial relations, stenography and paramedical/support roles.
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
Qualification is post-specific. At a basic level, the recruitment covers candidates with relevant ITI, engineering diploma, engineering degree, graduation, professional finance/law qualifications, medical qualifications or notified paramedical credentials. Advertisement 2/2026 Class-III and IV posts also carry the notified Chhattisgarh domicile requirement.
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 1 January 2026. Minimum age is generally 18 or 21 years, depending on the post. For many Chhattisgarh-domicile posts the standard upper age is 40 years for UR male candidates, with notified relaxation up to 45 years for eligible women and reserved categories. Certain Class-II applicants from outside Chhattisgarh have a lower upper-age limit, and fire-related posts carry separate lower caps. Check the exact rule for the post selected.
Use the Age Calculator with the official cut-off date before applying.
Salary / Pay
| Post / pay group | Starting basic pay |
|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer / specified Class-II officers | ₹56,100 |
| Assistant Law Officer / Assistant Industrial Relation Officer | ₹40,500 |
| Junior Engineer | ₹35,400 |
| Sub Fire Officer / Security Inspector | ₹32,200 |
| Security Sub Inspector | ₹27,600 |
| Stenographer / specified medical support posts | ₹23,900 |
| Data Entry Operator / Assistant Dresser / ECG Technician | ₹19,800 |
| Attendant (Plant) Grade-III | ₹15,600 |
| Fire Attendant Grade-II | ₹14,800 |
Application Fee
| Recruitment group | UR | OBC | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertisement 1/2026 — Class-II | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹600 |
| Advertisement 2/2026 — Class-III & IV | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹200 |
Eligible regular departmental employees are exempt under the notified conditions.
Selection Process
Every post begins with an online Computer-Based Test (CBT). Additional stages depend on the post:
| Post category | Additional stages |
|---|---|
| AE, Accounts Officer, Medical Officer, Programmer, Shift Chemist | Document verification + interview |
| Fire Officer / Security Officer | Physical examination + interview |
| Sub Fire Officer / Security Inspector / Security Sub Inspector / Fire Attendant | Physical examination + document verification |
| JE, Law/IR, medical support and Attendant posts | Document verification |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Shorthand + typing skill test + document verification |
| Data Entry Operator | Hindi and English typing skill tests + document verification |
Exam Pattern
| Component | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional / post-specific subject | 80 | 80 |
| General Knowledge, English, Hindi, reasoning and quantitative ability | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The CBT duration is 2 hours. Each correct answer carries one mark and 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. The notified qualifying marks are 40% for UR/OBC and 30% for SC/ST.
Syllabus
Part-I is post-specific, so candidates should use the exact professional syllabus issued for the post they select. Part-II covers General Knowledge, English, Hindi, logical reasoning / general mental ability and quantitative ability. DEO and Stenographer candidates should also prepare for the notified typing or shorthand stage.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment notice | 5 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 6 November 2026, 8:00 PM |
| Last date to apply | 26 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 26 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| CBT date | To be announced |
| Later stages | To be announced as applicable |
How to Apply for Chhattisgarh Power Companies Recruitment 2026
- Open the official recruitment portal and choose Advertisement 1/2026 or 2/2026.
- Confirm your exact age rule using the Age Calculator.
- Compare your post-specific qualification, branch/trade and domicile condition with the Eligibility Pre-check only as a preparation aid.
- Organise the relevant records with the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Complete registration, select the correct post/discipline and enter company preference where required.
- Upload the prescribed files, pay the applicable fee and preview every entry before final submission.
- Submit by 26 November 2026 at 11:55 PM and save the application and payment receipt.
- Review the How to Apply for Government Jobs guide before final submission if you want a form-filling checklist.
Documents Required
Keep the records relevant to your post ready, including date-of-birth proof, academic/technical certificates, Chhattisgarh domicile where required, category documents, professional registration for applicable posts, photograph/signature and any departmental certificate or NOC required by the notice.
Important Candidate Notes
- Class-III and IV posts require the notified Chhattisgarh domicile.
- AE and JE candidates must select an eligible engineering branch.
- Common-post applicants may need to rank CSPDCL, CSPGCL and CSPTCL preferences.
- Fire/security posts have additional physical requirements.
- DEO and Stenographer posts have skill tests.
- CBT and later-stage dates were not announced with the recruitment notice.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official recruitment portal | Open Recruitment Portal |
| Official power companies site | Open Chhattisgarh State Power Companies |
| Age check | Age Calculator |
| Eligibility preparation | Eligibility Pre-check |
| Document preparation | Government Job Document Checklist |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There are 1,501 vacancies across CSPDCL, CSPTCL and CSPGCL.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Data Entry Operator is the largest group with 609 vacancies.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications and fee payment close on 26 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
What is the basic qualification?
It varies by post and includes relevant ITI, diploma, graduation, engineering or other professional qualifications.
Are Class-III and IV jobs open to candidates outside Chhattisgarh?
The notified Class-III and IV posts require Chhattisgarh domicile.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in the CBT.
Is there an interview for every post?
No. Interviews apply only to specified officer/Class-II posts; other posts may have document verification, physical or skill tests.
Is a typing test required for DEO?
Yes. Shortlisted Data Entry Operator candidates have notified Hindi and English typing skill tests after the CBT.