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UJVNL Functional Directors Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 6, 2026
Director (Project)Director (Operation)Director (Finance)Director (Human Resource)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
4
Pay Scale
Pay Matrix Level-16 (Rs. 1,82,200 - Rs. 2,24,100)
Age Limit
45 to 60 Years

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 17, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 17, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 17, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window17 Sep – 17 Oct 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

Director (Project): Degree in Engineering / Post Graduate / MBA, with 15–20 years experience including minimum 5 years in the energy sector.
Director (Operation): Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) with 15–17 years experience in power generation/transmission, with minimum 2 years at General Manager / Chief Engineer level.
Director (Finance): Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost and Management Accountant (CMA / ICWA) with 15–17 years experience in corporate finance and accounts, with minimum 2 years at GM/CE level.
Director (Human Resource): Graduate with MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management / HR / Industrial Relations with 15–17 years experience in HR/Admin, with minimum 2 years at GM/CE level.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must be between 45 and 60 years of age on the date of publication of the advertisement. The initial appointment is tenure-based for 3 years, extendable up to the superannuation age of 62 years.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Screening of Applications & Vigilance Clearance

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview before Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

The selection process comprises initial shortlisting based on executive seniority, past ACR/APAR grading (preceding 5 years), vigilance clearance, and relevant energy sector domain experience. Shortlisted eligible candidates are invited for a personal interview before the High-Level Search-cum-Selection Committee chaired by the Chief Secretary / Principal Secretary (Energy), Government of Uttarakhand.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation ComponentMax Marks / Weightage
Executive Leadership & Board-Level Strategic Vision for Hydro Power SectorSelection Committee Assessment
Domain Experience in Power Generation, Project Execution, Finance, or HRSeniority and Disciplinary Competence
Past Performance Track Record & 5-Year ACR / APAR BenchmarksCadre Controlling Authority Rating
Vigilance Clearance & Corporate Governance ComplianceIntegrity Certification
Personal Interview Interaction (Strategic Problem Solving & Vision)High-Level Committee Evaluation

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.

Board-level executive roles within UJVN Limited, Uttarakhand's state-owned hydroelectric power generation corporation managing over 1,400 MW installed capacity across major river valley projects. Directors hold statutory corporate governance responsibility under the Companies Act 2013, overseeing multi-crore EPC contracts, UERC tariff petitions, grid synchronization, plant maintenance outages, and state energy transition policies. The work environment is strategic, executive, and closely aligned with the Ministry of Power and state government leadership.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed at UJVNL corporate headquarters, Ujjwal Bhawan, GMS Road, Dehradun, with state-wide inspections of river valley hydroelectric projects across Garhwal and Kumaon regions. The appointment is on a tenure basis initially for 3 years, extendable up to the age of superannuation (62 years) subject to annual performance appraisal and vigilance clearance.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Top-tier executive posting at State Pay Matrix Level-16. Further career progression within state enterprises includes elevation to Managing Director (MD) of UJVNL, UPCL, or PTCUL, or transition to state and central energy regulatory commissions (such as Member/Chairman, UERC).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Offline Application Deadline: Hardcopy applications must reach the Principal Secretary, Energy Department, Room No. 201, Second Floor, Vishwakarma Bhawan, 4 Subhash Road, Dehradun on or before 17 October 2026.
  • Proper Channel & Vigilance Mandate: Applications of serving government and PSU officers must be forwarded through proper channel along with 5 years ACRs and vigilance clearance. Applications received without these documents will be rejected.
  • Private Sector Turnover Thresholds: Private sector candidates must be working at Board level or one level below Board in a listed company, with annual turnover certified by the CS/CFO along with debt-equity ratios.
  • One-Year Debarment Clause: Any candidate who expresses unwillingness after the interview or after issuance of offer of appointment will be debarred for one year from being considered for Board-level posts in Uttarakhand state PSEs.

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

  • UR4
  • OBC0
  • EWS0
  • SC0
  • ST0
Total Vacancies4

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Uttarakhand State Pay Matrix Level-16 (Rs. 1,82,200 – Rs. 2,24,100). The post carries executive perks, medical facilities, official vehicle, and accommodation admissible to Board-level PSU executives.

Pay Matrix Level-16 (Rs. 1,82,200 to Rs. 2,24,100) with Board-level perks and allowances.

Uttarakhand Govt Salary Calculator

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official UJVNL portal at ujvnl.com or the Uttarakhand Government portal at uk.gov.in to access the official notification and application format.
  2. Type out all required details in the prescribed MS Word application format covering academic qualifications, positions held during the preceding 10 years, and key accomplishments.
  3. Enclose self-attested copies of certificates, proof of date of birth, and a write-up on significant career contributions and vision for UJVNL.
  4. For PSU and government executives, forward the application through proper channel along with attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the preceding 5 years and vigilance clearance. Private sector executives must enclose audited annual reports, turnover certificates, and stock exchange listing proofs.
  5. Submit the completed application packet by Speed Post / Registered Post / Hand Delivery to: The Principal Secretary, Energy Department, Government of Uttarakhand, Secretariat Office, Room No. 201, Second Floor, Vishwakarma Bhawan, 4 Subhash Road, Dehradun so as to reach on or before 17 October 2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required for applying to these executive positions.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (UJVNL) is recruiting for 4 Board-level Director positions: Director (Project) - 1 post, Director (Operation) - 1 post, Director (Finance) - 1 post, and Director (Human Resource) - 1 post.

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