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JERC Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Consultant / Research Officer (Engg) Post

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Aug. 7, 2026
Consultant / Research Officer (Engg.)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹90K - ₹1.35L / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 40 years as on 25-09-2026
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 7, 2026

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Starts

Aug 7, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window7 Aug – 25 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Educational & Experience Qualifications:
Essential Degree: Graduate Degree in Engineering (Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Energy / Power or equivalent), OR Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Power Management or equivalent from a recognized University / Institute.
Work Experience: 3 to 10 years of post-qualification professional experience in the power sector in Regulatory Affairs, Power Distribution, Transmission Planning, Generation, SLDC load flow studies, or Electricity Markets.
Technical Competencies: Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools (particularly Advanced Excel modeling) and deep familiarity with the Indian Electricity Act 2003, National Tariff Policy, and National Electricity Policy.
Desirable: Prior working experience in a State or Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC/CERC/JERC).

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must not be more than 40 years of age as on the last date of receipt of applications (25.09.2026). Relaxation in essential qualifications/experience/age may be considered by the Commission in deserving cases.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Screening of Applications based on B.Tech / PGDM & Power Sector Experience

OfflineQualifying Only

Written Examination and/or Interaction before Consultancy Evaluation Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Verification of Original Academic, Experience & Last Pay Testimonials

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The selection process comprises:
1. Shortlisting: Received applications will be screened against prescribed qualifications and power regulatory experience criteria.
2. Evaluation / Interaction: Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written examination and/or interaction before the Consultancy Evaluation Committee at JERC Gurugram.
3. Merit Panel: Final selection will be based on the ranking/score of the written test/interaction. A reserve panel valid for 1 year will be maintained for future requirements.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Technical & Professional Qualification (B.Tech / B.E. / PGDM in Power Management)
Relevant Post-Qualification Experience in Power Sector Regulatory Affairs / Distribution / Grid Planning
Advanced Excel, Financial-Technical Tariff Modeling & Power Flow Systems
Technical Interaction / Interview before Consultancy Evaluation Committee

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

High-level technical and economic regulatory advisory role at the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for Goa and Union Territories headquarters in Gurugram, Haryana. The Consultant/Research Officer works directly with Commission members and officers on multi-year tariff (MYT) petitions, true-up petitions, aggregate revenue requirement (ARR) determinations, power purchase agreement (PPA) approvals, grid connectivity codes, renewable purchase obligation (RPO) compliance, and open access regulations across Goa, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, Puducherry, Chandigarh, and DNH&DD. Professional desk role with extensive spreadsheet financial-technical modeling, regulatory drafting, and public hearing proceedings. 5-day working week (9:30 AM to 6:00 PM).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Purely contractual engagement initially for 1 year, extendable on an annual renewal basis with performance-linked fee enhancement. Concludes with contractual completion without regular absorption or permanent civil service status. Governed by JERC (Appointment of Consultants) Regulations.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Contractual consultancy track; advancement occurs via annual fee increments and promotion to Senior Consultant / Advisor within regulatory commissions (CERC, state ERCs) or transitions to private power utilities, IPPs, and energy consulting firms (EY, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Application Mode: Application in Annexure-I format may be emailed to [email protected], but MUST be accompanied/followed by a signed physical hard copy with self-attested documents reaching the Gurugram office by 25.09.2026 (5:00 PM).
  • Rigorous 3-Year Experience Filter: At least 3 years (up to 10 years) of post-qualification experience in power sector regulatory affairs, distribution/transmission planning, or electricity markets is mandatory; internship/training is strictly excluded.
  • Advance Excel & Regulatory Mastery: Candidates are expected to have advanced skills in MS Excel financial modeling and thorough knowledge of the Electricity Act 2003 and National Tariff Policy.
  • 1-Year Reserve Panel: Merit list candidates are placed on a reserve panel valid for 1 year for any future vacancies or non-joining.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Consultant / Research Officer (Engg.)1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly lump sum professional fee: ₹90,000/- to ₹1,35,000/- per month. Initial contract tenure is for 1 year, extendable on satisfactory performance on an annual renewal basis with performance-based fee enhancement as per JERC regulations.

Consolidated monthly professional fee in the range of ₹90,000/- to ₹1,35,000/- per month (excluding GST, if applicable). While on official domestic tours, travel reimbursement is admissible equivalent to Level 7 of Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure-I), duly completed and signed. Applications should be addressed to "The Secretary, Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission, 3rd & 4th Floor, Plot No. 55-56, Udyog Vihar, Phase-IV, Gurgugram-122015".

Applications must reach by 25 September 2026, 5:00 p.m. at the latest. Candidates can submit their applications:

  • By post.
  • Personally at the Commission's Office.
  • By e-mail to [email protected], followed by a signed hard copy by post.

Applications received after the due date, without requisite documents, incomplete, or not in the prescribed format will be summarily rejected.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is payable for applying to this position.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Energy, Power or equivalent) or a PGDM in Power Management, combined with 3 to 10 years of post-qualification professional experience in power sector regulatory affairs, power distribution, transmission planning, or electricity markets.

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