Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation in any discipline) from a recognized university. Additionally, candidates must have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as a compulsory subject and have working knowledge of computers. Applicants must be serving or retired officers from Central/State Government, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies with relevant qualifying service in secretarial cadres (Private Secretary / Personal Assistant).
Contractual / RegularSep. 15, 2026
PSERC Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Secretary to Chairperson, Sr. Private Secretary & Private Secretary Posts
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Sep. 15, 2026Secretary to ChairpersonSr. Private SecretaryPrivate Secretary
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Vacancies
3
Pay Scale
₹ 56,100 - 1,77,500 / ₹ 67,400 - 2,01,200/-
Age Limit
Not more than 62 years as on the last date of application (for Contract basis)
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 9, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 9, 2026
3
Deadline
Oct 24, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window9 Sep – 24 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
For appointment on contract basis, candidates must not be more than 62 years of age as on the closing date of application (24.10.2026). For deputation, standard Punjab State Government rules apply.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application & Bio-data Scrutiny
Evaluation of qualifying service, confidential reports (ACRs/APARs), and vigilance clearance by Screening-cum-Selection CommitteeQualifying Only
Personal Interaction / Interview
Interview before the Selection Committee at PSERC ChandigarhMerit Scored
Selection will be made on deputation/contract basis keeping in view the suitability for the posts on the recommendation of the Screening-cum-Selection Committee. Serving officers applying on deputation must produce vigilance clearance, disciplinary clearance, and authenticated ACRs/APARs for the last five years.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Credentials & Language Qualification | Core Qualification Benchmark | Graduation from a recognized university and mandatory compliance with Matriculation examination with Punjabi as a subject. |
| Qualifying Secretarial Service & Cadre Seniority | Experience & Grade Seniority | Requisite years of regular service as Secretary to Minister/Chairperson, Sr. Private Secretary, Private Secretary, or Personal Assistant in Central/State Government, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies. |
| Secretarial Competence & Computer Proficiency | Operational Technical Competence | Practical working knowledge of computers, MS Office, confidential registry handling, stenography/drafting, and executive file management. |
| Regulatory & Administrative Familiarity | Domain Awareness | Understanding of government office procedures, Punjab Civil Services Rules, and electricity regulatory framework under the Electricity Act, 2003. |
| Personal Interaction & Committee Evaluation | Selection Board Evaluation | Assessment of suitability, administrative acumen, communication skills, and professional demeanor before the Screening-cum-Selection Committee. |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
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Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) is a quasi-judicial statutory body constituted under the Electricity Regulatory Commissions Act, 1998 / Electricity Act, 2003, headquartered at Sector 18-A, Chandigarh. The Secretary to Chairperson, Sr. Private Secretary, and Private Secretary are attached directly to the Chairperson and Members. Responsibilities involve high-level confidential secretarial assistance, managing regulatory court hearings, scheduling meetings with power utilities (PSPCL, PSTCL) and state officials, handling tariff petitions, and maintaining apex office records in a professional, time-sensitive environment.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Posting is located at PSERC Headquarters, Chandigarh. For deputation, the initial tenure is typically for 1 to 3 years (extendable up to 5 years as per Government of Punjab rules). For retired personnel appointed on contract basis, engagement is subject to an upper age limit of 62 years.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Structured career growth with promotions linked to departmental exams (LDCE) and time-bound seniority scales.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Mandatory Punjabi Language Criterion: Candidates who have not passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the subjects are strictly ineligible.
- Deputation Proper Channel Mandate: In-service candidates must route their applications through their cadre controlling authority with vigilance clearance and 5 years' ACRs. Applications without proper channel forwarding are liable to be rejected at the final selection stage.
- Postal Delivery Deadline: Physical applications must reach the PSERC office by 24.10.2026. Commission is not responsible for postal delays.
- Contract Age Cap: Applicants seeking appointment on contract basis must not exceed 62 years of age as on the closing date of application.
- Prior Applicants Exemption: Candidates who already applied against Reference No. 76/2026/07 for Secretary to Chairperson need not re-apply; their earlier applications remain valid.
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
- Secretary to Chairperson1
- Sr. Private Secretary1
- Private Secretary1
Total Vacancies3
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Secretary to Chairperson & Private Secretary: Pay Scale of ₹ 56,100 - 1,77,500/-; Senior Private Secretary: Pay Scale of ₹ 67,400 - 2,01,200/- as per PSERC Regulations.
Pay and allowances as per Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Appointment & Conditions of Service of Employees) Regulations, 2015. On deputation, parent pay scale plus deputation allowance or commission pay matrix (₹ 56,100 - 1,77,500 / ₹ 67,400 - 2,01,200). For retired officers on contract, remuneration fixed as per Punjab Government / Commission guidelines.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Download the vacancy circular and application proforma from the official PSERC website (https://pserc.punjab.gov.in).
- Fill in the application proforma with complete bio-data, educational qualifications, qualifying service details, experience, and contact numbers.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates in support of graduation, matriculation with Punjabi, computer knowledge, and service proof/experience.
- For candidates applying on deputation: Forward the application through the proper channel / cadre controlling authority along with complete ACRs/APAR dossiers of the last 5 years, vigilance clearance, and a certificate stating that services can be spared in the event of selection. An advance copy may be submitted directly before the deadline.
- Send the completed application in an envelope superscribed with the post applied for to: The Secretary, Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC), Site No. 3, Block B, Sector 18-A, Madhya Marg, Chandigarh – 160018.
- Applications must reach on or before 24th October 2026. Note: Candidates who already applied against Vacancy Circular No. 76/2026/07 for Secretary to Chairperson need not apply again.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
NIL: No application fee is required to be paid.
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Deadline
Oct 24, 2026
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Exam Date
TBA
Application Window9 Sep – 24 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application & Bio-data Scrutiny
Evaluation of qualifying service, confidential reports (ACRs/APARs), and vigilance clearance by Screening-cum-Selection CommitteeQualifying Only
Personal Interaction / Interview
Interview before the Selection Committee at PSERC ChandigarhMerit Scored
Selection will be made on deputation/contract basis keeping in view the suitability for the posts on the recommendation of the Screening-cum-Selection Committee. Serving officers applying on deputation must produce vigilance clearance, disciplinary clearance, and authenticated ACRs/APARs for the last five years.
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The last date for receipt of applications at the PSERC office in Chandigarh is 24th October 2026 (45 days from circular issuance).
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