Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) has invited applications for 2 posts in 2 roles under Advt No. 80/2026/11. The posts include Director/Finance, Staff Consultant/Finance. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 29 December 2026.
The posts are for Punjab. Qualification required: Chartered Accountant/ Cost Accountant/ MBA (Finance) or officer from IRS/IA&AS/Indian Economic Service, plus qualifying service in the scale of Rs.148800-218600, or 4 years in the scale of Rs.123100-209600, or 20 years' experience in Finance (3 years in a senior financial management assignment). The pay is Staff Consultant/Finance: Rs 1,50,000 per month; Director/Finance: as per PSERC (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015. Selection is by recommendation of the Screening-cum-Selection Committee of PSERC (Director/Finance) and selection by the competent authority on the basis of qualifications, qualifying service and nature of experience. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 29 December 2026
- Vacancies: 2, in 2 roles
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Pay: Staff Consultant/Finance: Rs 1,50,000 per month; Director/Finance: as per PSERC (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Varies by post - see the table below
- Place: Punjab
PSERC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) |
| Post Name | Director/Finance, Staff Consultant/Finance |
| No of Posts | 2 |
| Advt No | 80/2026/11 |
| Job Type | Deputation, Contract |
| Pay | Staff Consultant/Finance: Rs 1,50,000 per month; Director/Finance: as per PSERC (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015 |
| Place of Posting | Punjab |
| Qualification | Chartered Accountant/ Cost Accountant/ MBA (Finance) or officer from IRS/IA&AS/Indian Economic Service, plus qualifying service in the scale of Rs.148800-218600, or 4 years in the scale of Rs.123100-209600, or 20 years' experience in Finance (3 years in a senior financial management assignment). |
| Age Limit | Varies by post - see the table below |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 29 December 2026 |
| Send Application To | The Secretary, PSERC |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
PSERC Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 80/2026/11 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download PSERC notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director/Finance | 1 | Maximum 62 years | As per Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015 | Serving/Retired Officers of the Central/State Government or PSU under State/Central Government having experience of working on the post in the scale of Rs.148800-218600 on regular basis; or with minimum 4 years' experience on the post in the scale of Rs.123100-209600 on regular basis; or minimum 20 years' experience of working in Finance out of which three years' experience in a senior assignment relating to financial management. Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector. |
| Staff Consultant/Finance | 1 | - | Rs 1,50,000 per month | Serving/Retired Officers of the Central/State Government or PSU under State/Central Government having experience of working on the post in the scale of Rs.148800-218600 on regular basis; or with minimum 4 years' experience on the post in the scale of Rs.123100-209600 on regular basis; or minimum 20 years' experience of working in Finance out of which three years' experience in a senior assignment relating to financial management. Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector. |
| Total | 2 |
Age is counted on the last date of receiving application.
Who Can Apply for PSERC Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Director/Finance | Chartered Accountant/ Cost Accountant/ MBA (Finance) or officer from IRS/IA&AS/Indian Economic Service; qualifying service and nature of experience as prescribed | Serving/Retired Officers of the Central/State Government or PSU under State/Central Government having experience of working on the post in the scale of Rs.148800-218600 on regular basis; or with minimum 4 years' experience on the post in the scale of Rs.123100-209600 on regular basis; or minimum 20 years' experience of working in Finance out of which three years' experience in a senior assignment relating to financial management. Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector. |
| Staff Consultant/Finance | Chartered Accountant/ Cost Accountant/ MBA (Finance) or officer from IRS/IA&AS/Indian Economic Service; qualifying service and nature of experience as prescribed | Serving/Retired Officers of the Central/State Government or PSU under State/Central Government having experience of working on the post in the scale of Rs.148800-218600 on regular basis; or with minimum 4 years' experience on the post in the scale of Rs.123100-209600 on regular basis; or minimum 20 years' experience of working in Finance out of which three years' experience in a senior assignment relating to financial management. Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector. |
Other conditions:
- Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector.
- Deputation applicants' services must be capable of being spared in the event of selection.
Desirable:
- Preference to candidates with experience in tariff formulation, cost analysis, financial management.
Post-wise Details
Director/Finance (1 post)
Qualification required: Chartered Accountant/ Cost Accountant/ MBA (Finance) or officer from IRS/IA&AS/Indian Economic Service; qualifying service and nature of experience as prescribed. Experience required: Serving/Retired Officers of the Central/State Government or PSU under State/Central Government having experience of working on the post in the scale of Rs.148800-218600 on regular basis; or with minimum 4 years' experience on the post in the scale of Rs.123100-209600 on regular basis; or minimum 20 years' experience of working in Finance out of which three years' experience in a senior assignment relating to financial management. Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector. Age limit: Maximum 62 years. Pay: As per Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015.
Staff Consultant/Finance (1 post)
Qualification required: Chartered Accountant/ Cost Accountant/ MBA (Finance) or officer from IRS/IA&AS/Indian Economic Service; qualifying service and nature of experience as prescribed. Experience required: Serving/Retired Officers of the Central/State Government or PSU under State/Central Government having experience of working on the post in the scale of Rs.148800-218600 on regular basis; or with minimum 4 years' experience on the post in the scale of Rs.123100-209600 on regular basis; or minimum 20 years' experience of working in Finance out of which three years' experience in a senior assignment relating to financial management. Familiarity with Electricity laws, Regulatory affairs and latest development in the power sector. Pay: Rs 1,50,000 per month.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
Director/Finance: pay and allowances as per Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015, as amended from time to time.
- Director/Finance: term of appointment as per the PSERC (Appointment & Service conditions of Employees) Regulations, 2015.
- Staff Consultant/Finance: engagement on contract basis as per PSERC (Engagement of Consultants) Regulations, 2012 and as decided by the Commission.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for receipt of applications - Staff Consultant/Finance | 28 December 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of applications - Director/Finance | 28 December 2026 |
How Will PSERC Select Candidates?
- Recommendation of the Screening-cum-Selection Committee of PSERC (Director/Finance)
- Selection by the competent authority on the basis of qualifications, qualifying service and nature of experience
- Director/Finance: selection by the competent authority on recommendation of the Screening-cum-Selection Committee of PSERC, based on suitability, qualifications, qualifying service and nature of experience.
Documents to Enclose
- Application in the prescribed proforma
- Self-attested passport size photograph pasted on the proforma
- Self-attested copies of certificates of educational qualification, qualifying service and nature of experience (contract applicants)
- Bio-data and ACRs for the last five years, forwarded by the parent Department (deputation applicants)
- Information regarding pending and decided vigilance and disciplinary cases (deputation applicants)
- Separate signed sheet of employment details if space is insufficient
How to Apply for PSERC Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Fill the prescribed Proforma of Application printed on page 2 of the notice.
- Contract applicants send the proforma complete in all respects with self-attested copies of certificates of educational qualification, qualifying service and nature of experience.
- Deputation applicants: the parent Department forwards the application with bio-data, ACRs for the last five years and vigilance/disciplinary case information.
- Deputation applicants must also send an advance copy in the prescribed proforma themselves.
- Applications must reach the Secretary, PSERC by 27-11-2026 (Staff Consultant/Finance) or 28-12-2026 (Director/Finance).
- Make sure it reaches by 29 December 2026.
Other Points to Note
- Regulations are available on the Commission's website under the 'Regulations' tab.
- Deputation applicants must send an advance copy in the prescribed proforma.
PSERC Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PSERC notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for PSERC Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit PSERC official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission, Advertisement No. 80/2026/11. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
