JSERC Recruitment 2026: 1 Director – Apply Offline @ jserc.org

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• For Deputation:
  • Degree in Economics / Master's Degree in Business Administration / Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
  • 10 years' experience in an analogous post.
  • Long experience in Government-owned Power Sector/Utility or PSU or Regulatory Commission (Central/State), or officer holding analogous post on regular basis in Central/State Government, PSU, or Central/State Electricity Regulatory Commission.
• For Contract – Retired Director (Tariff):
  • Held the position of Director (Tariff) in a Central/State Electricity Regulatory Commission, OR has experience in tariff determination process of Generating / Transmission / Distribution / Load Dispatch Centre or other electricity sector utilities in India.
• For Contract – Other Retired Officer:
  • Degree in Economics / MBA / Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
  • 10 years' experience in an analogous post. Post-retirement experience in the power sector is considered.
• For Contract – Private Sector:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Economics, or MBA from a recognized university.
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in an analogous post; currently or previously holding substantive/officiating capacity.
  • Experience in Regulatory Affairs, Tariff Determination process/Commercial function in a Power Utility or Consultancy organisation in India.
• Desirable Qualifications (All Routes): Experience in tariff modules and commercial analysis; power sector experience (generation, transmission, distribution) and tariff development; administrative & establishment matters in Central/State Government; litigation management; specialization in Regulatory Law.
• Age and experience reckoned as on: 30 September 2026.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Selection by the Commission through Interview; the Commission's decision is final and binding.
• Candidates may be provisionally admitted to the interview on the basis of the application; interview letter does not imply final clearance of candidature.
• Eligibility verified with original documents at the time of interview or earlier.
• Deputation candidates must produce NOC from parent organisation prior to / at the time of interview; without NOC they will not be permitted to appear.
• Candidature of candidates found ineligible at any stage (including post-interview) will be cancelled.
• TA/DA: TA/DA as applicable to regular officers in the equivalent cadre in the Commission, as per rules adopted from time to time (for contract appointees). No additional TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview beyond admissible rates.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Economics / MBA / Electrical Engineering, as applicable)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Latest passport-size photograph
• Attested copies of all certificates and testimonials (all self-attested)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (10 years in analogous post)
• For Deputation: Attested ACRs/APARs of last 5 years, NOC, and Vigilance Clearance Certificate
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if claiming SC/ST/OBC benefits)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Application Submission Instructions

• Obtain the prescribed format from JSERC Official Website – Director Application Format.
• Fill completely in the prescribed format; incomplete or non-prescribed format applications are liable to be rejected.
• Send by Registered / Speed Post only to: The Secretary, Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission, 1st Floor, Jharkhand State Housing Board (Old Headquarter), Harmu Housing Colony, Ranchi – 834002.
• Application must reach by 20 December 2026, 17:00 hrs. JSERC is not responsible for postal delay or loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for JSERC Director Recruitment 2026?

The application in the prescribed format must reach the Commission by registered/speed post by 20 December 2026, 17:00 hrs. Applications received later will be summarily rejected.

2. What is the venue and mode of application for JSERC Director post?

Applications must be sent offline by Registered / Speed Post only to: The Secretary, Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission, 1st Floor, Jharkhand State Housing Board (Old Headquarter), Harmu Housing Colony, Ranchi – 834002. There is no online application link.

3. What is the application fee for JSERC Director Recruitment?

The official notification (Vacancy Circular No. JSERC/03/2026) does not specify any application fee.

4. Is this a permanent government job or contractual/deputation appointment?

This is a Deputation or Contract appointment, initially for one (01) year, extendable at the discretion of the Commission based on performance. It does not confer any right or claim to a regular permanent appointment in the Commission.

5. What is the salary structure for JSERC Director post?

Deputation: Pay Band ₹15,600-39,100 + Grade Pay ₹7,600 (₹78,800 at 7th Pay Commission Level) + Allowances. Private Sector (Contract): Initial Basic Pay ₹78,800 + Allowances. Retired Government Officer (Contract): Last Pay Drawn minus Full Pension + Allowances.

6. How will selection be done for JSERC Director post?

Selection will be through an Interview conducted by the Commission. Deputation candidates must produce NOC from their parent organisation; eligibility will be verified with original documents at the time of interview.

7. How to download JSERC Director notification PDF?

Download the official notification from JSERC Director Vacancy Circular PDF (Notice No. JSERC/03/2026) or visit the JSERC Official Website.