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PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026 Out for 3000 Assistant Lineman Vacancies

Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 3000 Assistant Lineman (ALM) posts through Advt No. CRA 315/26 on 7th April 2026. Candidates with an ITI (Electrician/Wireman) qualification can apply online for the released vacancies from 15th April 2026 onwards at www.pspcl.in.

PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026

PSPCL has invited online applications for recruiting 3000 vacancies for Assistant Lineman (ALM) posts. Candidates’ selection for the released vacancies will be based on their performance in Written Exams, Document Verification, and Medical Examinations.

PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026- Overview
Organisation Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL)
Post Name Assistant Lineman (ALM)
Vacancies 3000
Advt No. CRA 315/26
Mode of Exam Online
Registration Dates 15th April to 6th May 2026
Selection Process Written Exam, Document Verification, Medical Examination
Minimum Pay Rs. 19,990/- (Basic Pay) per month (7th CPC)
Probation Period 3 years
Job Location Punjab
Official Website www.pspcl.in

PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The schedule for the registration process and fee submission has been released along with a detailed notification PDF. The link for submitting the applications will remain active from 15th April to 6th May 2026 and the fee can be submitted by 11th May 2026.

Event Dates
Detailed Notification PDF 7th April 2026
Apply Online Starts 15th April 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 6th May 2026
Last Date to Pay Application Fee 11th May 2026

PSPCL Assistant Lineman ALM Vacancy 2026

The total 3000 posts are distributed across various categories, including General, SC, BC, EWS, Ex-servicemen, PWD, Sports Persons, and Freedom Fighters. Out of these, 1461 are backlog vacancies, and 1539 are new vacancies.

Categories Total New Backlog Reserved for Women
General (Gen) 600 600 170
EWS 154 154 47
SC (Mazhabi Balmiki) 533 153 380 63
SC (MZB) – Ex-Servicemen 64 31 33 0
SC (MZB) – Sports Person 33 8 25 0
SC (Others) 535 154 381 60
SC (OT) – Ex-Servicemen 62 30 32 0
SC (OT) – Sports Person 32 8 24 0
Backward Class (BC) 345 154 191 61
BC – Ex-Servicemen 53 31 22 0
Ex-Servicemen (General) 108 108 61
PWD (Partially Deaf etc.) 336 62 274 31
Sports Person (General) 130 31 99 16
Freedom Fighter 15 15 7
Total 3000 1539 1461 516

PSPCL ALM Notification 2026 PDF

The detailed notification PDF has been released for PSPCL Assistant Lineman Notification 2026 (advt not. CRA 315/26). The official notice only depicts the total number of vacancies, online registration dates, and fee payment dates. The detailed advertisement is available at the official website of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), www.pspcl.in.

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PSPCL Assistant Lineman Eligibility Criteria 2026

The candidates must be aware of the eligibility criteria for the PSPCL Assistant Lineman posts before proceeding to the online application and registration process.

PSPCL Assistant Lineman Educational Qualification

Applicants can apply online for PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026 if they meet the following educational requirements.

  • Candidates must have completed Punjabi as a subject in high school or the tenth grade.
  • A National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade is required of candidates.
  • Candidates with higher education, such as a degree or diploma in electrical engineering, will only be taken into consideration if they also meet the requirements, such as a National Apprenticeship Certificate in Lineman Trade.

PSPCL ALM Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

The minimum age requirement for PSPCL Recruitment 2026 applicants is 18 years old, and the maximum age requirement is 37 years old.

Minimum Age Limit: 18 years old
Maximum Age limit: 37 years old.

PSPCL ALM Selection Process 2026

The selection process for Assistant Lineman posts in Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) includes an online written examination followed by document verification and medical examination. The candidates qualified in all stages of the selection process will be recruited for 3000 Assistant Lineman (ALM) posts.

  1. Written Exam
  2. Document Verification
  3. Medical Examination

For candidates who qualify for Part I, the merit list will be based on the marks obtained in Part 2

Note- The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks scored in the online exam.  

PSPCL ALM 2026 Exam Pattern

Part I- Punjabi Language Test is a compulsory test comprising 50 multiple-choice questions. To pass, a candidate is required to score a minimum of 50% (25 marks). In case a candidate fails to achieve the minimum qualifying marks, they will be disqualified

Part 2- In this section, examination will be conducted in English and Punjabi, except for the Punjabi language questions, which will be in Punjabi only.

  • The candidate will have the option to select the preferred language of the examination.
  • Part 2 will comprise 150 Multiple-choice questions with 1 mark for each correct answer.
  • There will be no negative marking.
  • The Paper will be for 3 hours.
PSPCL ALM Exam Pattern 2026
Part Subject No. of Questions Total Marks  Duration
Part- I Knowledge of Punjabi Language (Qualifying) 50 50 3 hours
Part-II Questions related to Wiremen/Electrician Trade 50 50
Knowledge of Punjabi grammar 20 20
General Knowledge 10 10
Reasoning 10 10
Arithmetics 10 10
  Total  150 150  

Minimum Qualifying Marks for Part 2

Category Minimum qualifying marks
General Category 25%
Other Categories 20%

PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026 Application Fees

The Submission of the Fee for recruitment is completely done online, with no other modes for depositing the fees. Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date to submit the application fee.

Category Fees
SC, ST, and PWD Rs. 885/-
Other Categories Rs. 1416/-

Steps to Apply for PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026

Candidates who are going to apply for PSPCL ALM Recruitment must follow the simple steps:

  1. Visit the official website of PSPCL and click on the “Recruitment” tab.
  2. Click on the Recruitment for the post of Assistant Lineman against the link and follow the instructions.
  3. Select CRA and click on “NEW REGISTRATION.”
  4. Enter your personal details like Name, Date of Birth (DOB), Mobile No, etc.
  5. After completing Step 1, you will get a confirmation message on your registered mobile/email.
  6. Instructions for Uploading Photograph and Signature with the required dimensions
  7. Pay the fees and download the application form for future use.

PSPCL ALM Salary Structure

The PSPCL Assistant Lineman (ALM) salary structure starts with a basic pay of Rs. 19,990 per month, and during the 3-year probation period, candidates generally receive only this fixed amount without major allowances like DA or HRA, making the in-hand salary around Rs. 19,000–Rs. 20,000.

After successful completion of probation, the full pay structure is applicable, including allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance, which increases the in-hand salary to approximately Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 or more. Overall, the pay scale grows over time along with benefits, promotions, and government job perks, making it a stable and rewarding career in the long run.

FAQs

What is the eligibility for PSPCL ALM 2026?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) along with an ITI certificate in Electrician or Wireman trade from a recognized institute. Knowledge of Punjabi at the matric level is also required.

What is the selection process for PSPCL ALM 2026?

The selection process includes: Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Document Verification. Final merit is prepared based on the marks obtained in the written exam.

What is the probation period for PSPCL ALM?

Selected candidates must undergo a 3-year probation period before getting full salary benefits.

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