AERC Assam Member (Law) Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Application Process

Recruitment Overview

The Government of Assam, Power Department, on behalf of the Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission (AERC), invites applications from eminent Indian citizens for the post of Member (Law). This is a high-profile statutory role established under the Electricity Act, 2003, with a tenure of five years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier. The position is based in Guwahati, Assam, the headquarters of AERC.

This is a Direct Recruitment process based on merit, professional standing, and eligibility criteria prescribed by the Supreme Court of India and the Electricity Act. There is no competitive examination; selection is via scrutiny of applications and recommendation by a Selection Committee.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification & Professional Standing

• The candidate must be a person of ability, integrity, and standing with adequate knowledge and capacity in dealing with problems relating to engineering, finance, commerce, economics, law, or management.
• Specific Legal Requirement (as per Supreme Court Judgment dated 12.04.2018): The candidate must be a person who is or has been holding a Judicial Office OR a person possessing professional qualifications with substantial experience in practice of Law, who has the requisite qualification to have been appointed as a Judge of the High Court or a District Judge.
• As per Constitution of India, Article 217(2): Must be a citizen of India and have held a judicial office for at least 10 years OR have been an advocate of a High Court for at least 10 years.
• As per Assam Gazette (17.02.2003): Must hold a Law degree and have been a practicing lawyer in Courts of Civil and Criminal jurisdiction with not less than 7 years of experience (as Grade-I judicial officer qualification).
• Must not have any financial or other interest with corporate entities dealing with electricity generation, transmission, trading, or distribution in Assam. A Non-Involvement Certificate must be submitted.

Age Limit & Relaxation

• Maximum Age: The tenure ends at age 65. The "Age as on" cut-off for documentation is 01.01.2026.
• Age Relaxation: Not specifically mentioned, but as a senior statutory post, standard government relaxations may apply as per rules.

Mandatory Requirements

• Submission of a Non-Involvement Certificate in the prescribed format regarding any interest in electricity-related businesses.
• If currently in Government Service, application must be submitted through proper channel with NOC from present employer.
• Willingness letter to resign from present post if selected.

Selection Process

This is a Direct Recruitment based on merit and eligibility. The selection involves:

1. Application Scrutiny: Verification of credentials, experience, and eligibility against Supreme Court criteria.
2. Recommendation by Selection Committee: Constituted as per Electricity Act, 2003. The Committee reserves the right to consider other eligible persons even if not applied.
3. Final Appointment: By Government of Assam.

Note: No written exam, interview, or physical test is mentioned. Selection is purely documentary and committee-based.

Application Fee

Not specified in the notification. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement on the official website for any fee requirements.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official website: https://power.assam.gov.in and download the detailed advertisement and application format.
2. Read the notification carefully, including eligibility criteria and the Supreme Court judgment requirements.
3. Prepare your Bio-data mentioning age, qualifications, experience, and present status.
4. Fill the prescribed Application Format (provided in the notification) with all details, including non-involvement certificate and willingness letter.
5. Attach required documents: two passport-size photographs, Photo ID copy, supporting documents, NOC (if in Govt. service).
6. Superscribe the envelope: "Application for the post of Member (Law), AERC".
7. Send the application via post to: Dr. K.K. Dwivedi, IAS, Addl. Chief Secretary to the Govt. of Assam, Power Department, 4th Floor, Block-J, Lok Sewa Bhawan, Janata Bhawan, Dispur, Guwahati - 781006.
8. Ensure delivery by 1700 hours on 18th March 2026.
9. Note: If you applied against Advertisement No. PEL.188567/413 dated 17/12/2025, you need not apply again.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 18th February 2026
• Application End Date: 18th March 2026 (by 1700 hours)
• Age as on: 01.01.2026

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: https://aerc.gov.in/careers/1771581477.pdf
• Official Website (AERC): https://aerc.gov.in
• Power Department Website: https://power.assam.gov.in