CPRI Recruitment 2026: Opportunity to secure a government job at the Central Power Research Institute; today is the last date..

Recruitment is underway at the Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) for various posts, including Engineering Officer, Engineering Assistant, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Technician, and Technical Attendant. The deadline to apply is today, October 12, 2026. Candidates seeking government jobs who have not yet applied should fill out the form without delay, as the application window will close after today. Please note that the application form can only be submitted online.

**Eligibility Criteria**
To apply for the Engineering Officer Grade 1 post, candidates must hold a degree in Engineering/Technology and possess a valid GATE scorecard from 2024, 2025, or 2026. For other posts, candidates must possess the relevant qualification—such as an Engineering degree, 3-year diploma, ITI certificate, or a degree like BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, BBM, or BCA—depending on the specific position.

The maximum age limit varies by post (25, 28, 30, or 35 years). Age will be calculated as of October 12, 2026.

**Application Fee**
Candidates applying for the posts of Engineering Officer Gr. 1, Scientific Assistant, and Engineering Assistant must pay a fee of ₹1,000. For the posts of Technician Grade 1, Assistant Grade 2, and Technical Attendant Grade 1, the application fee is ₹700. The fee can be paid online.

**How ​​to Apply**
To apply, first visit the portal: cpri-app.onlineapplication.org.in/#/
Click on 'Register', enter the required details, and complete the registration process.
After registering, log in to fill in the remaining details and complete the application form. Upload your signature and photograph.
Submit the form after paying the prescribed fee.
Take a printout and keep it safe for future reference.

Recruitment Details
A total of 110 vacant posts will be filled through this recruitment drive. The post details are as follows:

Post    Vacancies
Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Electrical)    7
Engineering Officer Grade 1 (Civil)    1
Engineering Assistant (Electrical)    10
Engineering Assistant (Mechanical)    1
Scientific Assistant    2
Technician Grade 1 (Electrical)    7
Technician Grade 1 (Mechanical)    2
Technical Attendant Grade 1    37
Assistant Grade II    29
Multi-Tasking Staff Grade 1 (Watch and Ward Duty)    14
Total    110

Selection Process
Selection for the Engineering Officer Grade 1 posts will be based on GATE scores. For all other posts, the selection process will involve a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a practical skill test, trade test, or proficiency test. Candidates may refer to the official notification for further details regarding the recruitment.

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