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PSPCL Assistant Lineman (ALM) NAC Recruitment 2026 — 3,289 Vacancies, Apply Online @ pspcl.in

Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has officially released Advertisement No. CRA 317/26 dated 07 June 2026, inviting online applications for direct recruitment to 3,289 posts of Assistant Lineman (ALM) on a regular basis. This recruitment is exclusively for candidates holding a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade — a distinct drive from the simultaneously released CRA 318/26 (which targets ITI Electrician/Wireman trade holders).

PSPCL is a premier power generation and distribution utility wholly owned by the Government of Punjab, operating under CIN No. U40109PB2010SGC033813 with its registered office at PSEB Head Office, The Mall, Patiala – 147001, Punjab. The corporation plays a central role in delivering the Punjab Government’s mandate for 24×7 uninterrupted quality power supply across the state.

Eligible candidates can submit their online application through the official PSPCL website — www.pspcl.in — from 15 June 2026 to 06 July 2026. The last date for fee deposit is 10 July 2026.

PSPCL ALM NAC Recruitment 2026 — Overview

Detail — Information

  • Organization — Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL)
  • Advertisement Number — CRA 317/26
  • Official Website — www.pspcl.in
  • Notification Date — 07 June 2026
  • Post Name — Assistant Lineman (ALM)
  • Total Vacancies — 3,289
  • Qualification Required — Matriculation + NAC in Lineman Trade
  • Application Mode — Online Only
  • Application Start Date — 15 June 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online — 06 July 2026
  • Last Date to Deposit Fee — 10 July 2026
  • Exam Mode — Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  • Stages of Selection — CBT → Merit List → Document Verification → Medical Examination
  • Minimum Qualification — Matriculation (10th Pass) with NAC in Lineman Trade + Punjabi at Matric Level
  • Age Limit (General) — 18 to 37 Years (as on 01 January 2026)
  • Pay Scale (Basic Pay) — ₹19,900/- per month (7th CPC Pay Matrix)

Important Dates — PSPCL ALM NAC 2026

Detail — Date

  • Notification Release Date — 07 June 2026
  • Online Application Start Date — 15 June 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online — 06 July 2026
  • Last Date to Deposit Application Fee — 10 July 2026
  • Admit Card Release Date — Not Yet Announced Officially
  • CBT Exam Date — Not Yet Announced Officially
  • Answer Key Release — Not Yet Announced Officially
  • CBT Result — Not Yet Announced Officially
  • Document Verification — Not Yet Announced Officially
  • Medical Examination — Not Yet Announced Officially

Note: Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last date. PSPCL officially recommends submitting the application and depositing the fee simultaneously. All future updates (admit card, exam date, result) will be published on the official website www.pspcl.in only.

Application Fee

Category — Fee Amount

  • General / EWS / BC / Others — ₹1,416/- (including GST)
  • SC / ST — ₹885/- (including GST)
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD) — ₹885/- (including GST)
  • Payment Mode — Online Only — Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card via SBI Payment Gateway. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
  • Official Notification PDF (CRA 317/26) — Download Here @ pspcl.in

Vacancy Details — PSPCL ALM NAC 2026

Detail — Information

  • Total Vacancies Announced — 3,289 (1,456 Backlog Posts + 1,833 New Posts)
  • Post Name — Assistant Lineman (ALM)
  • Advertisement — CRA 317/26 (NAC in Lineman Trade only)
  • Note — PSPCL reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts at any stage without prior notice. Refer official notification PDF at www.pspcl.in for complete details.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (CRA 317/26):

Category

  • General (UR)
  • SC (Mazabi / Balmiki — SC MZB)
  • SC (Other Than MZB — SC OT)
  • Backward Class (BC)
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
  • Ex-Servicemen (XSM)
  • Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
  • Sports Persons
  • Others

Number of Posts

  • 715
  • 544
  • 541
  • 440
  • 347
  • 129
  • 183
  • 132
  • Refer Official Notification

Total Posts

  • 3,289

Age Limit — PSPCL ALM NAC 2026

Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026. The category-wise age limits are as follows:

Age Range — Applicable Category

  • Minimum Age — 18 Years
  • Maximum Age (General / UR) — 37 Years
  • Maximum Age (SC / BC) — 37 + 5 = 42 Years
  • Maximum Age (PwD) — 37 + 10 = 47 Years
  • Maximum Age (Widow / Separated / Divorced Women) — Up to 40 Years
  • PSPCL / PSTCL / Punjab Govt. Employees — Relaxation to the extent of service rendered

Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit)

Category — Relaxation

  • SC / BC — 5 years
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD) — 10 years
  • Widow / Separated / Divorced Women — Up to 40 years of age
  • PSPCL / PSTCL / Punjab Govt. Employees — To the extent of service rendered
  • Other Categories — As per Punjab Government / PSPCL rules — refer official notification

Note: The crucial date for calculation of age for all categories is 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per the rules of the Punjab Government and PSPCL. Candidates must refer to the official notification PDF for complete and verified relaxation rules applicable to their category.

CRA 317/26 vs CRA 318/26 — Key Difference

PSPCL released two separate ALM notifications simultaneously in June 2026:

  1. CRA 317/26 — For candidates with NAC in Lineman Trade (3,289 posts) — This notification
  2. CRA 318/26 — For candidates with ITI in Electrician / Wireman Trade (NCVT/SCVT) (3,000 posts) — Separate application required

Educational Qualification

Requirement — Details

  • Qualification 1 — Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent examination passed from a recognized Board
  • Qualification 2 — National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade — issued by the competent authority under the Apprentices Act
  • Qualification 3 — Punjabi Language passed at least at Matriculation level (10th Standard) or its equivalent
  • Cut-off Date — All qualifications must be obtained on or before the last date of submission of online application i.e. 06 July 2026
  • Note: All three qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not fulfil even one condition will be considered ineligible. Original certificates must be produced at the time of Document Verification.
  • Candidates holding ITI in Electrician / Wireman Trade must apply under CRA 318/26, not this notification.

Selection Process

The selection process for PSPCL ALM NAC 2026 consists of the following stages:

  • Stage 1 — Computer-Based Test (CBT) — Primary screening stage
  • Stage 2 — Merit List Preparation (based on Part II CBT marks only)
  • Stage 3 — Document Verification (for candidates shortlisted from merit list)
  • Stage 4 — Medical Examination (by authorized Medical Board — candidates must be medically fit as per PSPCL standards)
  • Note — There is NO interview in this selection process

How to Apply Online — Step by Step

1) Visit the official PSPCL Recruitment portal: https://www.pspcl.in 2) Navigate to the Recruitment section on the homepage. 3) Click on the link “Recruitment for the post of Assistant Lineman against CRA 317/26”. 4) Click on “NEW REGISTRATION” and provide the following details:

  • Full Name (as in 10th certificate), Date of Birth, Father’s Name
  • Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
  • Verify OTP received on registered mobile number and email

5) Log in using credentials generated after registration. 6) Fill in the online application form carefully — personal details, educational qualifications, category, and other required information. 7) Upload required documents in prescribed format:

  • Photograph: JPG/JPEG format, 150×200 pixels, file size 20–50 KB
  • Signature: JPG/JPEG format, 140×60 pixels, file size 10–20 KB

8) Pay the prescribed application fee online through Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card via the SBI Payment Gateway. 9) Take a printout of the Payment Receipt for future reference. 10) Submit the application form and download/print a copy. Keep it safely for future reference.

Only online applications will be accepted. Avoid multiple registrations for the same post. Candidates must carry their Admit Card and a valid Photo ID to the examination centre. Mobile phones, electronic gadgets, and bags are not permitted in the examination hall. Government employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of Document Verification.

Important Links

Link — URL / Action

  • Official Notification PDF (CRA 317/26) — Click Here
  • Apply Online (CRA 317/26) — Click Here
  • Official PSPCL Website — www.pspcl.in
  • Admit Card (CRA 317/26) — Will be updated when released
  • Answer Key — Will be updated when released
  • CBT Result — Will be updated when declared

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for PSPCL ALM NAC Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26 is 06 July 2026. The last date to deposit the application fee is 10 July 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date.

What is the age limit for PSPCL ALM 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 37 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is available: SC/BC get 5 years, PwD get 10 years, and widows/separated/divorced women can apply up to 40 years of age. PSPCL/PSTCL/Punjab Government employees get relaxation to the extent of service rendered.

Is there any interview in PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026?

No. There is no interview in PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026. The selection process consists of CBT (Computer-Based Test), merit list preparation, document verification, and medical examination.

What is the salary for PSPCL Assistant Lineman?

The basic pay for PSPCL Assistant Lineman is ₹19,900/- per month as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix and applicable PSPCL financial circulars. In-hand salary will be higher after the addition of applicable allowances as per PSPCL service rules.

What is the exam pattern for PSPCL ALM CBT 2026?

The CBT has two parts: Part I — Punjabi Language (50 marks, qualifying; minimum 50% required) and Part II — Technical + GK + Reasoning + Arithmetic + Punjabi (100 marks, merit-determining). Total: 150 questions, 3 hours. No negative marking. Merit is based on Part II marks only.

Can a candidate apply under both CRA 317/26 and CRA 318/26?

Yes. Candidates holding both a NAC in Lineman Trade and an ITI in Electrician/Wireman Trade may apply under both advertisements separately. Each application requires a separate fee payment as both are independent recruitment drives.

How many total vacancies have been released in PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26?

A total of 3,289 vacancies have been announced under CRA 317/26, comprising 1,456 backlog posts and 1,833 new posts. These are distributed across categories including General (715), SC MZB (544), SC OT (541), BC (440), PwD (347), XSM (129), EWS (183), and Sports Persons (132). PSPCL reserves the right to change the number of posts at any stage.

What is the educational qualification required for PSPCL ALM NAC Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have: (1) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board, (2) National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade, and (3) Punjabi language at Matriculation level. All qualifications must be obtained by 06 July 2026.

What is the official website for PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026?

The official website is www.pspcl.in. All applications must be submitted through the official PSPCL recruitment portal only. No offline or postal applications are accepted.

Is Punjabi language mandatory for PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026?

Yes. Candidates must have passed Punjabi as a subject at least at the Matriculation (10th) level. Additionally, Part I of the CBT is a Punjabi language qualifying test requiring a minimum of 50% marks. Failing Part I disqualifies the candidate regardless of Part II performance.

What is the difference between CRA 317/26 and CRA 318/26?

CRA 317/26 requires a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade (3,289 posts). CRA 318/26 requires an ITI certificate in Electrician Trade or Wireman Trade — NCVT or SCVT (3,000 posts). Both are for the post of Assistant Lineman but require separate applications and separate fee payments.