Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) Chairman Recruitment 2026

BBMB Chairman Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Ministry of Power has released a notification for the appointment to the post of Chairman, Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). The post is significant as it involves handling complex inter-state water and power management issues among partner states—Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh. The headquarters for this position is located in Chandigarh.

The post is falling vacant on 28th September 2026 and requires a candidate with extensive engineering background and administrative experience. This is a high-level appointment based on merit and scrutiny of credentials, not a competitive written examination.

Recruitment Type

• Direct Recruitment/Deputation: The selection is based on the qualification, experience, and track record of the candidate (Merit-based). No written exam is conducted.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Note on Pay & Benefits: The appointment shall not adversely affect the pay, gratuity, or pension of a candidate serving under Central/State Govt or PSU. T.A. and other allowances are admissible as per Punjab Civil Services Rules or Central PSU standards (whichever is higher).

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Age Limit & Cut-off

• Maximum Age: 58 Years.
• Age as on Date: Calculated as of the closing date of receipt of application (11th March 2026).

2. Educational Qualification

The candidate must hold the following qualification:

• Engineering Graduate: Must be a Graduate in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institution.

3. Experience Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 25 years of regular experience. The experience must include at least 5 years of experience as Head of Project (as on the closing date of application) in the following areas:

• Hydro Electric Projects: Construction, operation, or maintenance of large hydro electric projects with 200 MW capacity or more.
• Transmission Lines: Construction, operation, or maintenance of minimum 500 circuit kilometers transmission line with voltage level of 132 kV or above.
• Dams & Barrages: Construction, operation, or maintenance of large dams (min 50m height & 300m length) or barrage (min 15m height & 350m length) or canal network with water carrying capacity of min 1000 cusecs.
• Alternative Senior Role: Worked as a Chief Engineer (Senior Administrative Grade Level) with minimum 25 years regular experience in construction, operation, maintenance, planning, or designing of Irrigation or Power projects.

4. Mandatory Administrative Requirements

• ACRs: Up-to-date Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) dossiers for the last 5 years must be available.
• Vigilance Status: No vigilance or disciplinary case shall be pending or contemplated against the candidate.
• Service Profile: Positions held during the preceding ten years must be detailed in the application.

Selection Process

This is NOT a competitive examination based recruitment. The selection process involves the following stages:

1. Application Receipt: Submission of application by post by 11th March 2026.
2. Scrutiny of Applications: Review of eligibility, ACRs, and experience by the Ministry.
3. Interview/Committee Selection: Candidates shortlisted based on merit will be called for an interview/selection by a committee.
4. Final Appointment: Based on overall suitability and verification of documents.

Application Fee

Fee Details: Not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Candidates are advised to refer to the official circular or contact the administrative office for fee requirements (if any).

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Download Form: Download the "Application Form for Board Level Posts" (Annexure provided in the notification text).
2. Fill Details: Enter Name, Father's Name, DOB, Postal Address, and Telephone numbers.
3. Qualification & Experience: Fill in Educational/Professional Qualification details and detailed positions held in the preceding 10 years.
4. Attach Documents:
   • Application in prescribed format.
   • ACRs for the last 5 years.
   • Latest Vigilance Profile.
   • Details of penalty/disciplinary action (if any) in the last 10 years.
5. Verification: Ensure the application is duly verified.
6. Submission: Forward the application through Proper Channel so that it reaches the Ministry by 11th March 2026.
7. Address: Send to the undersigned at the Ministry of Power (Address details usually found in the circular or on the website).

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 11th February 2026
• Opening Date for Applications: 11th February 2026
• Closing Date for Applications: 11th March 2026 (Must reach by this date)
• Post Vacancy Date: 28th September 2026

Important Links

• Download Official Notification & Application Form PDF
• Visit BBMB Official Website