The West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL) has released official employment notifications for a massive recruitment drive in 2025. Offering a total of 854 vacancies across a diverse range of technical and administrative roles, this recruitment campaign provides remarkable career opportunities for eligible job seekers. Conducted by the prestigious West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL), the hiring process evaluates candidates through application screening, computer-based testing, and personal interviews held in Kolkata.
WBPDCL Recruitment 2025 Overview
Candidates looking forward to building a secure career in the power and mining sector can review the essential highlights of the recruitment drive below:
Conducting Body
West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL)
Posts
Assistant Mines Manager, Welfare Officer, Colliery Engineer, Junior Engineer, Surveyor, and other posts
Vacancy
854
Educational Qualifications
Vary by posts
Salary
Rs. 41000 to Rs. 63000
Selection process
WBPDCL/Recruitment/2025/06- CBT- Personal Interview
WBPDCL/Recruitment/2025/03 to 05- Application Shortlisting and Interview
Official website
www.wbpdcl.co.in
Important Dates & Schedule
Staying updated with the recruitment timeline is crucial for every applicant. The notification was officially issued on 17th September 2025 under employment notification numbers WBPDCL/Recruitment/2025/03 to 06. Below is the full schedule of events:
The 854 vacancies span across multiple employment notifications. Candidates can review the vacancy breakdowns and download the respective official PDF notifications below:
Applicants must meet the educational qualifications and age limits defined by the corporation. For Unreserved (UR) candidates, the maximum age limit is set up to 32 years (as on September 1, 2025).
Qualification: Diploma in Mining Survey + DGMS Surveyor Certificate
Experience: 1–5 years in mines (after DGMS certification)
Age Relaxation Categories
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 10 years
Exempted Category (EC) & Ex-Servicemen: Up to 45 years
WBPDCL employees or workers with Contractors/MDO can get age relaxation up to 45 years.
Application Fee Structure
Category
Application Fee
SC/ST/EC/PWBD Candidates
Nil
General, EWS & OBC Candidates
₹1000/-
Salary Structure
Post Name
Salary (Rs./month)
Assistant Mines Manager
Rs. 63,000
Welfare Officer
Rs. 63,000
Colliery Engineer
Rs. 63,000
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
Rs. 41,000
Junior Engineer (Electrical)
Rs. 41,000
Surveyor
Rs. 41,000
Steps to apply for the WBPDCL Recruitment 2025
Visit the official website of West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited (WBPDCL), www.wbpdcl.co.in
Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link under the career section.
Fill out the following details: A valid Email ID, Mobile Number, Aadhaar Number, and other details
Upload a clear photo, unclear photos may lead to rejection.
Complete the application and save the slip for future reference.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview, and must carry required documents like Date of Birth proof, Qualification, Category, and Application Slip.
Selection Stages and Next Steps
Following the written examination and answer key releases, candidates should monitor their results expected in December 2025. Final interviews carry 100 marks (100% weightage) and will be conducted in Kolkata. Shortlisted candidates must prepare their travel arrangements and keep all mandatory credentials—including date of birth certificates, academic qualifications, category proofs, and application slips—ready for verification.
The relevant advertisement numbers for this recruitment drive are WBPDCL/Recruitment/2025/03 through WBPDCL/Recruitment/2025/06.
Selection will be determined through application shortlisting, a mandatory Personal Interview, and the subsequent compilation of a final merit list based on performance in the interview.