SJVN Limited Invites Application for 21 Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, Engineer Recruitment 2026

Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd (SJVN) Patna Last Date: 26th August, 2026
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Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, and Engineer

SJVN Limited (A Joint Venture of Govt. of India & Govt. of Himachal Pradesh)

SJVN Limited, a Navratna CPSE, has released a notification for the recruitment of 21 Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, and Engineer posts for its subsidiary STPL's 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. Eligible candidates with relevant engineering degrees and experience can apply online.

Quick Overview
Particular Details
Organization SJVN Limited (Navratna CPSE)
Post Names Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, Engineer
Total Vacancies 21
Advt. No. 127/2026
Application Mode Online (with hard copy submission)
Job Type PSU (Executive)
Official Website www.sjvn.nic.in
Buxar Thermal Power Project,
Bihar,
IN

Employment Type:FULL_TIME

Number of Vacancies:21

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Level Post Name Discipline Vacancies Pay Scale (IDA ₹) Max Age Exp. (Years)
E8(a) Chief General Manager Mech./Elect. 1 1,20,000 - 2,80,000 55 27
E4 Deputy Manager Mechanical 3 70,000 - 2,00,000 36 7
E4 Deputy Manager Electrical 3
E4 Deputy Manager C&I 1
E4 Deputy Manager Chemical 1
E2 Engineer Mechanical 6 32 3
E2 Engineer Electrical 3 50,000 - 1,60,000
E2 Engineer C&I 2
E2 Engineer Chemical 1
Total 21

Eligibility Criteria

Level Post Educational Qualification Required Experience Min. Marks
E8(a) Chief General Manager Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics OR Mechanical Engineering 27 years (8 years in Super Critical TPP 660MW+) 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
E4 Deputy Manager Full-time B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline (Mech./Elect./C&I/Chemical) OR M.Sc. Chemistry (for Chemical) 7 years (3 years in Super Critical TPP 660MW+) 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
E2 Engineer Full-time B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline (Mech./Elect./C&I/Chemical) OR M.Sc. Chemistry (for Chemical) 3 years (1 year in Super Critical TPP 660MW+) 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)

Educational Qualification & Experience:Full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in the relevant Engineering discipline (or M.Sc. Chemistry for Chemical posts) from a recognized University/Institution. Requires 27/7/3 years of post-qualification executive experience in Erection/Commissioning and/or O&M of Coal-based Thermal Power Plants, including specific experience in Super Critical Thermal Power Plants of minimum 660 MW capacity.

Skills:Expertise in thermal power plant operations and maintenance, specifically in super-critical technology, project management, technical leadership, and relevant functional areas (e.g., TG, BOP, Fuel Management, Ash Utilization, C&I, etc.).

Age Limit:Maximum 55 years (E8), 36 years (E4), and 32 years (E2) as on the closing date. Age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwBD (10-15 years), and others as per Government rules. Upper age limit inclusive of all relaxations shall not exceed 55 years.

Salary (per month):





IDA Pay Scale: E8(a): ₹1,20,000 - ₹2,80,000; E4: ₹70,000 - ₹2,00,000; E2: ₹50,000 - ₹1,60,000. Plus allowances, benefits, and performance-related pay.

Selection Procedure:

  1. Scrutiny of Applications: Based on job specifications.
  2. Screening Test (Optional): Qualifying in nature (if conducted).
  3. Document Verification
  4. Personal Interview: Final merit is based purely on interview marks. Qualifying marks: 50% for UR/EWS/ESM and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD/OBC-NCL.

Application Fee: ₹500 + GST @18% for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates are exempted.

How to Apply (Online & Hard Copy)

Candidates must apply online followed by sending a hard copy of the application.

  1. Apply Online: Visit www.sjvn.nic.in and register in the Career section. Fill the form carefully and upload photograph (max 50 KB, .jpg) and signature (max 50 KB, .jpg). Pay the application fee online if applicable.
  2. Submit Online: Submit the online application by 26th August 2026 (11:59 PM).
  3. Send Hard Copy: Take a printout of the submitted application (preview). Send it along with the payment receipt, experience details, and self-attested copies of all supporting certificates (Educational, Age, Category, Experience) to the address below, so as to reach by 15th September 2026.
  4. Postal Address:

    Advt. No. 127/2026

    O/o DGM (HR/Recruitment)

    SJVN Limited, Shakti Sadan, Corporate Head Quarters,

    Shanan, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - 171006

Important: Applications are complete only after both online submission and receipt of the hard copy. Incomplete applications or those without the application fee (if applicable) will be rejected.

Important Dates

Commencement of Online Registration: 5th August 2026 (10:00 AM)

Closing Date for Online Submission: 26th August 2026 (11:59 PM)

Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy: 15th September 2026

Official Notification (PDF):

Official Website:

Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Eligibility: Carefully check the specific educational qualifications, experience requirements (including Super Critical TPP experience), and age limits for the desired post.
  • Application Process: This is a two-step process: Online application followed by submission of a hard copy with all supporting documents.
  • Experience Documents: Provide detailed experience certificates clearly indicating the nature of experience (Erection/Commissioning/O&M), tenure, and specifically highlight experience in Super Critical TPPs (660MW+).
  • Private Sector Candidates: Must meet the minimum CTC criteria (₹27 Lakhs for E8, ₹13.62 Lakhs for E4/E2) and provide proof of employer's annual turnover (₹2,500 Cr+).
  • Application Fee: Pay the fee online. Only SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/EWS candidates are exempted.
  • Government/PSU Employees: Must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
  • Deadlines: Ensure online submission is completed by 26th August 2026 and the hard copy reaches by 15th September 2026.
  • Communication: Regularly check the SJVN website and your registered email for updates and interview calls.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for SJVN Recruitment 2026?

The online application window closes on 26th August 2026 (11:59 PM). The last date to send the hard copy of the application is 15th September 2026.

How many vacancies are there?

There are a total of 21 vacancies for Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, and Engineer posts.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹500 + 18% GST. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/EWS candidates are exempted.

What is the age limit?

The upper age limit is 55 years for Chief General Manager, 36 years for Deputy Manager, and 32 years for Engineer, as on the closing date. Age relaxation applies as per rules.

What is the required qualification?

A full-time regular Bachelor's degree in the relevant Engineering discipline (or M.Sc. Chemistry for Chemical posts) from a recognized University/Institution is required.

What is the selection process?

The selection process includes scrutiny of applications, an optional qualifying screening test, document verification, and a Personal Interview.

What is the salary for these posts?

The IDA pay scales are: E8(a): ₹1,20,000-2,80,000; E4: ₹70,000-2,00,000; E2: ₹50,000-1,60,000, plus allowances and benefits.

Can private sector candidates apply?

Yes, private sector candidates can apply if they meet the minimum CTC criteria and are working in an organization with a minimum annual turnover of ₹2,500 Crore.

Is there a screening test?

SJVN reserves the right to conduct a qualifying screening test to shortlist candidates for the interview. It carries no weightage in the final merit.

What are the required experience details?

Experience requirements vary by level: 27 years for E8(a), 7 years for E4, and 3 years for E2, with specific experience in Super Critical Thermal Power Plants of 660 MW capacity.

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About Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd (SJVN)

SJVN Limited, a Navratna CPSE under administrative control of Ministry of Power, Govt. of India, was incorporated on May 24, 1988, as a joint venture of the Government of India (GOI) and the Government of Himachal Pradesh (GOHP). SJVN is now a listed Company having shareholders pattern of 55.00% with Govt. of India, 26.85% with Govt. of Himachal Pradesh and rest of 18.15% with Public. The present paid up capital and authorized capital of SJVN is Rs. 3,929.80 Crore and Rs. 7,000 Crore respectively. The Net Worth as on 31.03.2025 is Rs.14189.26 Crore.

Beginning with a single project and single State operation (i.e. India’s largest 1500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station in Himachal Pradesh), the Company has commissioned fourteen projects totaling 2968 MW of installed capacity and 123 km Transmission Line. SJVN is presently implementing or operating power projects in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat, Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, Mizoram, Madhya Pradesh Karnataka and Chhattisgarh in India besides neighboring country of Nepal.


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Shakti Sadan, Corporate Office Complex, Shanan,
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - 171006
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