Punjab State Power Corporation Limited Statutory Manpower Recruitment 2026 – 13 Contractual Posts for Coal Mine Project
Table of Contents
- Recruitment Overview
- Post-wise Vacancy & Reservation Details
- Important Dates & Contract Period
- Eligibility Criteria & Experience
- Age Limit & Cut-Off Rules
- Monthly Remuneration & Benefits
- Selection Process & Merit Preparation
- How to Apply Online
- Documents Required for Verification
- General Conditions & Termination Rules
- Frequently Asked Questions
Recruitment Overview
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has released Employment Notification No. 01/2026 dated 24 February 2026 for recruitment of 13 posts of Statutory Manpower on contractual basis. These positions are for operation and maintenance of Pachhwara Central Coal Block Open Cast Project located at Amrapara, District Pakur, Jharkhand.
The engagement is purely contractual for an initial period of 03 years from the date of joining. The selected candidates will work in mining operations spread across District Pakur, Jharkhand.
| Organization | Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) |
| Notification Number | 01/2026 |
| Total Posts | 13 |
| Job Location | Pachhwara Central Coal Block OCP, Amrapara, Pakur, Jharkhand |
| Nature of Job | Purely Contractual |
| Initial Contract Period | 03 Years |
Post-wise Vacancy & Reservation Details
Total Vacancies – 13 Posts
| Post Name | Total | General | SC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Assistant Manager / Assistant Manager-Under Manager | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Colliery Engineer | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Surveyor | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Overman | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Mining Sirdar | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 13 | 11 | 2 |
Reservation benefit is applicable only to candidates belonging to the State of Punjab. SC candidates from other states can apply only under General category.
Important Dates & Contract Period
| Notification Date | 24th February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 27th February 2026 (12:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18th March 2026 (12:00 hrs) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01st January 2026 |
| Experience Cut-off Date | 31st January 2026 |
Initial contract will be for 03 years. Extension beyond 3 years may be given annually based on performance and requirement.
Eligibility Criteria & Experience
Nationality
Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Educational Qualification & Experience (Summary)
- Manager: Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering with 1st Class Manager’s Certificate under Coal Mines Regulations 1957/2017. Experience: 2 years (Degree) or 5 years (Diploma) in opencast coal mine.
- Assistant Manager: Degree/Diploma in Mining Engineering with 1st/2nd Class Manager Certificate. Experience ranges from 1 year to 12 years depending on qualification.
- Colliery Engineer: Degree in Mechanical/Mining Machinery (7 years experience) OR Electrical Engineering (4 years experience).
- Surveyor: Diploma with DGMS Surveyor Certificate (1 year experience) OR Matric with 5 years experience.
- Overman: Diploma in Mining Engineering with DGMS Overman Certificate and 1 year experience OR Matric with 5 years experience.
- Mining Sirdar: Matric with Diploma in Mining Engineering and valid DGMS certificates including Gas Testing and First Aid. Experience: 1 or 3 years depending on qualification.
Experience must be post-qualification only and certificate must be issued in DGMS format.
Age Limit & Cut-Off Rules
Maximum age varies by post:
- Manager – 55 years
- Assistant Manager – 40 years (Degree), 45 years (Diploma/Matric)
- Colliery Engineer – 40 years
- Surveyor – 40 or 45 years (depending on qualification)
- Overman – 40 or 45 years
- Mining Sirdar – 40 years
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026. Date of Birth must match Matric certificate or Birth certificate.
Monthly Remuneration & Benefits
The selected candidates will receive monthly consolidated remuneration. Additional benefits include:
- House Rent Allowance @ 10% of monthly consolidated remuneration if accommodation not availed.
- 10 days casual leave per year.
- Night shift allowance up to Rs. 1200 per month (Rs. 120 per shift, maximum 10 shifts).
- Annual enhancement @ 3% on consolidated remuneration based on performance.
- CMPF Contribution: 12% PF + 7% Pension (both employee and employer share).
- Security deduction equal to 1 month salary recovered in 10 instalments.
- Medical Health Insurance (Family) and Term Life Insurance (Self) reimbursement annually.
Selection Process & Merit Preparation
Selection will be purely on merit basis based on percentage of marks in Degree/Diploma/Matric.
Preference Order:
- Degree holders preferred
- Then Diploma holders
- Then Matriculation candidates
In case of tie in marks, older candidate will be placed higher in merit.
No written exam is mentioned. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification at Pakur.
How to Apply Online
Candidates must apply online only through the QR Code link provided in notification.
- Keep valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Upload scanned documents in PDF format
- Select multiple posts if applying for more than one
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
Documents Required for Verification
- Filled Annexure-A Application Form
- 2 Passport size photographs
- Educational Certificates with DMCs
- Proof of Age (Matric Certificate)
- DGMS Competency Certificates
- Experience Certificate in DGMS Format (Annexure-B)
- Salary slips (Last 12 months)
- Salary Bank Statement
- CMPF/EPF/ESI statements
- NOC for Government employees
- Punjab SC Certificate (if applicable)
General Conditions & Termination Rules
- Appointment is purely contractual.
- No TA/DA for document checking.
- Contract can be terminated with 1 month notice by either side.
- Legal jurisdiction: District Courts at Patiala only.
- PSPCL reserves right to increase/decrease vacancies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many total posts are available in PSPCL Recruitment 2026?
Total 13 contractual posts are announced.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online submission is 18 September 2026 till 12:00 hrs.
Is there any written exam?
No written examination is mentioned. Selection is based on merit and document verification.
What is the contract period?
Initial contract is for 03 years from date of joining.
Is reservation applicable for all states?
No. Reservation is applicable only for Punjab domicile candidates.
What is the maximum age for Manager post?
Maximum age is 55 years as on 01 January 2026.
Where will the job location be?
The posting will be at Pachhwara Central Coal Block OCP, Pakur, Jharkhand.
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Disclaimer: Information provided is based on official notification published by Punjab State Power Corporation Limited.