The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released the CPRI Recruitment 2026 notification for 110 posts including Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, Technical Attendant, Assistant and Multi-Tasking Staff.
The recruitment will be conducted through Direct Recruitment. Eligible candidates can apply online through the CPRI recruitment portal. Candidates should check the detailed notification for the final application dates, fee and post-wise eligibility before applying.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Power, Government of India |
| Post Names | Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, Technical Attendant, Assistant & MTS |
| Total Posts | 110 |
| Age Limit | 18–35 Years, post-wise |
| Qualification | Engineering Degree, Diploma, Science Degree, ITI & other relevant qualifications |
| Application Fee | As per detailed notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | As per Pay Matrix Level |
| Experience | Post-wise, as applicable |
| Eligibility | Qualification and age requirements vary by post |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
CPRI Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
| Engineering Officer Gr. I – Electrical | 7 | Level 7 |
| Engineering Officer Gr. I – Civil | 1 | Level 7 |
| Engineering Assistant – Electrical | 10 | Level 6 |
| Engineering Assistant – Mechanical | 1 | Level 6 |
| Scientific Assistant – Chemistry | 2 | Level 6 |
| Technician Gr. I – Electrical | 7 | Level 2 |
| Technician Gr. I – Mechanical | 2 | Level 2 |
| Technical Attendant Gr. I | 37 | Level 1 |
| Assistant Gr. II | 29 | Level 4 |
| MTS Gr. I – Watch & Ward | 14 | Level 1 |
| Total | 110 | — |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply Online | To be announced |
Candidates should check the CPRI website regularly for the detailed advertisement and application schedule.
Eligibility Criteria
- Engineering Officer: Relevant Engineering Degree.
- Engineering Assistant: Relevant Diploma.
- Scientific Assistant: Relevant Science qualification.
- Technician: Relevant ITI qualification.
- Technical Attendant & MTS: Qualification prescribed for the respective post.
- Assistant Gr. II: Qualification as prescribed by CPRI.
The age limit is post-wise, ranging from a maximum of 25 to 35 years. Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Eligibility and experience requirements, wherever applicable, are post-wise. Candidates should carefully check the detailed CPRI notification before submitting their application.
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted as per the detailed CPRI recruitment notification and may vary according to the post. Candidates should check the official advertisement for the exact examination/selection scheme.
How to Apply for CPRI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CPRI website.
- Open the Career/Recruitment section.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in the required details and upload documents.
- Pay the applicable fee, if prescribed.
- Submit the application and save the final application form.
Official Apply Online
Candidates can use the CPRI official website to access the recruitment section and online application once the application window opens.
CPRI Official Website / Apply Online
Details PDF
Candidates should read the notification carefully for post-wise qualification, age limit, experience, fee, selection process and application instructions before applying.
CPRI Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | CPRI Recruitment Portal |
| Details PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | Central Power Research Institute |
About CPRI
The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) is an autonomous society under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It works in power-sector research, testing, evaluation and development of electrical equipment and technologies.
FAQs – CPRI Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in CPRI Recruitment 2026?
There are 110 posts.
Q2. What posts are available?
Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Technician, Technical Attendant, Assistant and MTS posts.
Q3. What is the application mode?
The application mode is online.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
The application dates are yet to be announced in the available short notice.
Q5. What qualifications are required?
Qualifications include Engineering Degree, Diploma, Science Degree, ITI and other post-specific qualifications.
Q6. Is experience required?
Experience requirements, if applicable, are post-wise and should be checked in the detailed notification.