PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 3000 Posts

PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026 – A Golden Opportunity for ITI Electrician & Wireman Candidates in Punjab Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has officially announced one of the most anticipated government job drives of 2026. Under Advertisement No. CRA 318/26, PSPCL is inviting applications for 3000 Assistant Lineman (ALM) posts from eligible candidates across Punjab and India. This recruitment is a major opportunity for ITI-qualified youth who want to build a career in the power and electricity sector under a reputed state government organisation. PSPCL, headquartered at PSEB Head Office, The Mall, Patiala-147001, is responsible for the distribution and supply of electricity across Punjab. Working as an Assistant Lineman means being part of the backbone of Punjab's electrical infrastructure — a role that is both technically rewarding and socially impactful. Who Can Apply? Candidates who have passed Matriculation or an equivalent examination along with an ITI certificate in Electrician Trade or Wireman Trade are eligible to apply. The ITI certificate must be issued by NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) or SCVT (State Council for Vocational Training). In addition, candidates must have passed Punjabi language at least at Matriculation level, as this is a compulsory requirement for employment in Punjab state government organisations. The age bracket for this recruitment is 18 to 37 years as on 01-01-2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved category candidates including SC, BC, Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and certain categories of women as per Punjab Government norms. Vacancy Distribution The 3000 vacancies are distributed across multiple categories including General, EWS, SC (Mazhabi Balmiki), SC (Others), Backward Class, Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Disability, Sports Persons, and Freedom Fighters. Women candidates also have reserved posts within most categories, with a total of 1005 posts reserved for women applicants. Reservation benefits are exclusively applicable to Punjab Domicile candidates. Pay & Service Conditions Selected candidates will receive a basic pay of Rs. 19,900/- per month under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The probation period is 3 years, during which only minimum admissible pay is paid without Grade Pay, DA, or annual increment. However, TA and medical reimbursement are provided even during probation. PSPCL may also depute selected candidates for 6 months of classroom and on-the-job training. Selection Process Recruitment will be done through a Computer Based Online Test (CBT) consisting of two parts. Part-I is a qualifying test on Punjabi Language with 50 MCQ questions, and candidates must score at least 50% to qualify. Part-II is the main competitive exam with 100 MCQ questions covering Technical subjects related to the ITI trade, Punjabi Language, General Knowledge, Reasoning, and Arithmetic. The total exam duration is 3 hours and there is no negative marking. Final merit is prepared based on Part-II scores of candidates who qualify Part-I. Application Process Applications are accepted only through the PSPCL official website at www.pspcl.in. The application window opens on 19-06-2026 and closes on 09-07-2026. The fee payment deadline is 14-07-2026. Candidates must complete both registration and fee payment to ensure their application is treated as valid. The application fee is Rs. 1416/- (including GST) for General candidates and Rs. 885/- for SC/PwD candidates. Why PSPCL ALM Is Worth Applying For With 3000 vacancies in a single recruitment drive, PSPCL ALM 2026 is among the largest state PSU recruitments announced this year. For ITI Electrician and Wireman candidates in Punjab, this is a direct pathway to a permanent government job with stable pay, service benefits, and long-term career growth. The no-negative-marking exam pattern also makes it accessible for first-time government job aspirants. Candidates are advised to visit www.pspcl.in regularly for updates on exam dates, admit cards, and syllabus. Do not wait until the last date — submit your application and fee well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.