PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026 Cancelled: Revised Notification for 6,289 Vacancies Soon

The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has officially announced the cancellation of the ongoing recruitment cycle for Assistant Lineman positions due to administrative reasons. This development affects the withdrawal of recruitment notices CRA 317/26 and CRA 318/26, which initially advertised a massive count of 6,289 Assistant Lineman vacancies. Aspirants preparing for this state-level technical recruitment should note that a revised notification will soon be published on the official website at www.pspcl.in.

PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026 Overview

Operating under advertisement number CRA 315/26, the PSPCL ALM recruitment process targets eligible candidates within the state of Punjab. Candidates looking forward to building a career in the power sector can review the essential details outlined in the overview table below.

Parameter	Details
Organisation	Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL)
Post Name	Assistant Lineman (ALM)
Vacancies	6289
Advt No.	CRA 315/26
Mode of Exam	Online
Registration Dates	To be Notified
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 Important Dates

With the recent cancellation of the notices, fresh schedule parameters are yet to be announced. Applicants should stay alert for updates regarding application windows.

Event	Dates
Detailed Notification PDF	—
Apply Online Starts	—
Last Date to Apply Online	—
Last Date to Pay Application Fee	—

Vacancy Breakdown (CRA 317/26 & CRA 318/26)

The administration previously detailed vacancy allocations under two separate notices. The first allocation corresponds to Advt. No. CRA 317/26:

Category	Backlog	New Posts	Total	Reserved for Women
Gen-General	–	715	715	202
EWS – Economically Weaker Section	–	183	183	55
SC (MZB) – Scheduled Caste (Mazhabi Balmiki)	359	185	544	74
SC (MZB-XSM-Self/Dep.)	29	36	65	0
SC (MZB-SP) – Sports Person	23	9	32	0
SC (OT) – Scheduled Caste (Others)	358	183	541	73
SC (OT-XSM-Self/Dep.)	28	37	65	0
SC (OT-SP) – Sports Person	23	9	32	0
BC Only – Backward Class Only	257	183	440	73
BC (XSM-Self/Dep.)	10	36	46	0
XSM (Self/Dep.)	–	129	129	74
PWD (PD)	274	73	347	37
SP (G) – Sports Person (General)	95	37	132	19
FF – Freedom Fighter	–	18	18	9
TOTAL	1456	1833	3289	616

Additionally, the second notice breakdown under Advt. No. CRA 318/26 is outlined below:

Category	Total Posts	Reserved for women
Gen-General	1170	330
EWS -Economically Weaker Section	300	90
SC (MZB) -Scheduled Caste (Mazhabi Balmiki)	300	120
SC (MZB-XSM-Self/Dep.)	60	–
SC (MZB-SP) – Sports person	15	–
SC (OT) – Scheduled Caste (Others)	300	120
SC (OT-XSM-Self/Dep.)	60	–
SC (OT-SP) – Sports person	15	–
BC only – Backward Class only	300	120
BC (XSM-Self/Dep.)	60	–
XSM (Self/Dep.)	210	120
PWD (PD)	120	60
SP (G) – Sports person (General)	60	30
FF – Freedom Fighter	30	15
TOTAL	3000	1005

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

To qualify for the PSPCL Assistant Lineman positions, applicants must fulfill specific age limits, fee requirements, and educational credentials:

Educational Qualifications

• 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.

Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)

The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 37 years.

Application Fees

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

Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern

The selection procedure involves a competitive written examination, followed by document verification and a medical fitness test.

Selection Process Stages

• Written Exam
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Part I of the exam is a mandatory Punjabi Language Proficiency Test consisting of 50 MCQs; candidates must secure at least 50% (25 marks) to qualify. Part 2 of the exam comprises 150 Multiple-choice questions with 1 mark for each correct answer, with no negative marking and a duration of 3 hours. The final merit list is determined exclusively by the scores achieved in the online written examination (specifically Part 2).

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	3 hours
Part-II	Knowledge of Punjabi grammar	20	20	3 hours
Part-II	General Knowledge	10	10	3 hours
Part-II	Reasoning	10	10	3 hours
Part-II	Arithmetics	10	10	3 hours
Total	Total	150	150

Minimum qualifying marks for Part 2 are 25% for General Category and 20% for Other Categories. For more detailed preparation resources, check out the PSPCL Assistant Lineman Syllabus & Exam Pattern - Click to Check and download practice materials using PSPCL ALM Previous Year Question Papers – Click to Download.

Salary Structure and Probation Period

Probation Period is 3 years with a Minimum Pay of Rs. 19,990/- (Basic Pay) per month (7th CPC). During the initial 3-year probation period, appointees receive a fixed monthly base pay of Rs. 19,990, resulting in an in-hand salary of approximately Rs. 19,000 to Rs. 20,000. Upon successful completion of the probation period, the in-hand salary increases to roughly Rs. 30,000–Rs. 35,000 including DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance. Candidates can review additional breakdown via the PSPCL Assistant Lineman Salary Structure – Click to Check.

Steps to Apply for PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026

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. Follow instructions for Uploading Photograph and Signature with the required dimensions.
7. Pay the fees and download the application form for future use.

After reviewing the details and completing registration once the revised notification drops, candidates should monitor the portal for admit card release dates, prepare travel arrangements for the exam center, and keep required documents organized for upcoming stages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the eligibility for PSPCL ALM 2026?

Minimum educational requirements include a Matriculation (10th) certificate coupled with an ITI qualification in the Electrician or Wireman trade from a recognized institute. Proficiency in Punjabi at the matriculation level is mandatory.

What is the selection process for PSPCL ALM 2026?

The recruitment involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by thorough document verification. The final merit list is based exclusively on written exam performance.

What is the probation period for PSPCL ALM?

Newly selected candidates will be subject to a 3-year probation period, after which they will become eligible for full salary benefits and standard government incentives.

Why was the PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026 cancelled?

The recruitment was cancelled due to administrative reasons, and a revised notification will soon be published by Punjab State Power Corporation Limited.