PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 3000 Posts, Apply Online APPLY FROM 19 Jun 2026

Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has recently issued a recruitment notification, published on June 7, 2026. Under advertisement number CRA 318/26, recruitment is being conducted for 3,000 posts, with the primary role being that of Assistant Lineman. Online applications will commence on June 19, 2026, and the deadline for submission is July 9, 2026. This presents an excellent opportunity, as the notification indicates direct recruitment.

The recruitment drive for the Punjab electricity department also includes category-wise reservation, details of which are available in the official notification. Further information can be found on the official website; however, we have also explained the details comprehensively here for your convenience. The age limit for applicants is 18 to 37 years, with age relaxations applicable based on the respective categories.

PSPCL ALM Technician Recruitment 2026 – overview

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Organization Name Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL)
Recruitment Name PSPCL Assistant Lineman (ALM) Recruitment 2026
CEN Number CRA 318/26
Post Name Assistant Lineman (ALM)
Total Vacancies 3000 Posts
Application Mode Online Mode
Job Location Punjab
Official Website www.pspcl.in

PSPCL ALM Notification 2026

Notification Name PSPCL Assistant Lineman (ALM) Recruitment 2026
Advertisement Number CRA 318/26
Notification Type Direct Recruitment Notification

Important Dates 2026

  • Notification Release Date: 07 June 2026
  • Online Application Start Date: 19 June 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 09 July 2026
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 14 July 2026
  • Admit Card Release: To Be Announced
  • Online Examination Date: To Be Announced
  • Result Declaration: To Be Announced
  • Document Verification: To Be Announced

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Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 37 Years

Age Relaxation

  • SC / Backward Class (BC): 5 Years
  • Persons with Disability (PwD): 10 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per Punjab Government rules
  • Widows / Divorced Women / Certain Eligible Women Categories: Up to 40 Years
  • PSPCL / PSTCL / Punjab Government Employees: Relaxation equal to the period of service rendered

Education Qualification

  • Must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent.
  • Must possess ITI Certificate in Electrician Trade OR Wireman Trade.
  • The ITI Certificate must be issued by:
    • National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT), or
    • State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
  • Candidates must have passed the required ITI qualification on or before the last date of online application submission.
  • Must have passed Punjabi at Matriculation level or its equivalent.

Application Fee

UR / OBC / EWS Candidates ₹1,416 (₹1,200 Application Fee + ₹216 GST) + Bank Charges
SC Applicants ₹885 (₹750 Application Fee + ₹135 GST) + Bank Charges
ST Applicants Not Mentioned Separately in Notification
PwBD Candidates ₹885 (₹750 Application Fee + ₹135 GST) + Bank Charges
Female Candidates (All Categories) As Per Their Respective Category Fee (No Separate Concession)
Form Correction Fee Not Mentioned in the Notification
Form Correction Fee
  • Online Payment via Debit Card,
  • Credit Card,
  • Internet Banking
  • & UPI

PSPCL ALM Vacancy 2026 Details

Post Name Total Vacancies
Assistant Lineman (ALM) 3000
Total 3000

Category Wise Vacancy

Category Vacancies
General (UR) 1170
EWS 300
SC (Mazhabi Balmiki) 300
SC (Mazhabi Balmiki) – Ex-Serviceman (Self/Dependent) 60
SC (Mazhabi Balmiki) – Sports Person 15
SC (Others) 300
SC (Others) – Ex-Serviceman (Self/Dependent) 60
SC (Others) – Sports Person 15
Backward Class (BC) 300
BC – Ex-Serviceman (Self/Dependent) 60
Ex-Serviceman (Self/Dependent) 210
Persons with Disability (PwD) 120
Sports Person (General) 60
Freedom Fighter (FF) 30
Total Vacancies 3000

Selection Process 2026

  • Online Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Punjabi Language Qualifying Test (Part-I)
  • Merit List Preparation Based on Part-II Marks
  • Document Verification (Document Checking)
  • Medical Fitness / Eligibility Verification (If Required by PSPCL)
  • Final Selection & Appointment

Important:

  • Candidates must score at least 50% marks (25 out of 50) in the Punjabi Language Qualifying Test (Part-I).
  • Final merit will be prepared based on marks obtained in Part-II of the Computer Based Test.
  • Only candidates who qualify the online examination and document verification process will be considered for appointment.

PSPCL ALM Salary 2026

  • Post Name: Assistant Lineman (ALM)
  • Basic Pay: ₹19,900/- per month
  • Pay Scale: As per PSPCL Financial Circular No. 21/2022 and 7th CPC Pay Matrix
  • Probation Period: 3 Years
  • During Probation: Candidates will receive only the minimum admissible pay of ₹19,900/- per month
  • Grade Pay: Not Applicable during probation period
  • Dearness Allowance (DA): Not admissible during probation period
  • Annual Increment: Not admissible during probation period
  • Other Allowances: Not admissible during probation period
  • Traveling Allowance (TA): Admissible as per rules
  • Medical Reimbursement: Admissible as per rules
  • After Successful Completion of Probation: Salary and allowances will be regulated as per PSPCL/Government rules in force.

PSPCL ALM Exam Pattern 2026

Particular Details
Exam Mode Computer Based Test (CBT)
Question Type Objective Type (MCQ)
Part-I Punjabi Language (Qualifying Test) – 50 Questions (50 Marks)
Part-II Technical Questions 50 Questions (50 Marks)
Part-II Punjabi Language Knowledge 20 Questions (20 Marks)
Part-II General Knowledge 10 Questions (10 Marks)
Part-II Reasoning 10 Questions (10 Marks)
Part-II Arithmetic 10 Questions (10 Marks)
Total Questions (Part-II) 100 Questions
Total Marks (Part-II) 100 Marks
Exam Duration 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
Language English & Punjabi (Except Punjabi Section)
Negative Marking No
Marks Per Question 1 Mark
General Category Qualifying Marks 25% in Part-II
Reserved Category Qualifying Marks 20% in Part-II
Punjabi Qualifying Requirement Minimum 25 out of 50 Marks (50%) in Part-I

PSPCL ALM Syllabus 2026

Part-I: Punjabi Language (Qualifying Test)

  • Punjabi Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Comprehension
  • Sentence Formation
  • Translation
  • Punjabi Language Knowledge

Part-II: Technical Subject (Electrician / Wireman Trade)

  • Basic Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Machines
  • Wiring and Installation
  • House Wiring
  • Industrial Wiring
  • Electrical Safety
  • Transformers
  • AC and DC Fundamentals
  • Motors and Generators
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Switchgear and Protection
  • Transmission and Distribution Basics
  • Earthing
  • Cables and Conductors
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Trade Theory Related to Electrician/Wireman

Punjabi Language Knowledge

  • Punjabi Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Reading and Comprehension
  • Language Usage

General Knowledge

  • Current Affairs
  • Indian History
  • Indian Geography
  • Indian Polity
  • Economy
  • Science & Technology
  • Punjab General Knowledge
  • Important National and International Events

Reasoning

  • Analogy
  • Classification
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Series
  • Blood Relations
  • Direction Sense
  • Ranking
  • Puzzle
  • Logical Reasoning

Arithmetic

  • Number System
  • Simplification
  • Percentage
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Profit and Loss
  • Average
  • Simple Interest
  • Compound Interest
  • Time and Work
  • Time, Speed and Distance
  • Mensuration
  • Data Interpretation

Note: The notification states that the detailed syllabus for the online examination will be uploaded separately on the PSPCL website. The above topics are based on the subjects mentioned in the exam pattern.

PSPCL ALM Previous Year Cut Off

Not Officially Released

PSPCL ALM Cut Off 2026

Category Expected Cut Off 2026
General (UR) 65 – 75 Marks
EWS 62 – 72 Marks
Backward Class (BC) 60 – 70 Marks
SC (MZB) 55 – 65 Marks
SC (Others) 55 – 65 Marks
Ex-Serviceman (XSM) 45 – 55 Marks
PwD 40 – 50 Marks
Sports Person As Per Sports Gradation Merit
Freedom Fighter 50 – 60 Marks

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Official)

Category Minimum Qualifying Marks
General Category 25%
Reserved Categories 20%
Punjabi Qualifying Test (Part-I) 50% (25 out of 50 Marks)
Note: PSPCL has not released any official cut-off for CRA 318/26 yet. The above figures are expected cut-offs based on vacancy count (3000 posts), recruitment pattern, and previous PSPCL ALM trends. The official cut-off will be released after the CBT examination.

  • General: 25% in Part-II
  • Reserved Categories: 20% in Part-II
  • Punjabi Test: 50% marks mandatory in Part-I.

PSPCL ALM Medical Standards

  • Candidate should be medically fit for the post of Assistant Lineman (ALM).
  • The post requires the ability to perform field duties involving:
    • Sitting
    • Standing
    • Walking
    • Bending
    • Lifting
    • Kneeling and Crouching
    • Pulling and Pushing
    • Manipulation by Fingers
    • Seeing (Visual Ability)
  • Candidates must fulfill the physical and medical requirements prescribed by PSPCL at the time of appointment.
  • Final selection is subject to verification of eligibility and fitness as per PSPCL rules.

Eligible PwD Categories

  • Deaf / Hard of Hearing
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (Mild)
  • Specific Learning Disability
  • Mental Illness
  • Multiple Disabilities (from the above eligible categories)

Important Note

  • The notification does not specify detailed medical tests or eyesight standards (such as vision measurements, color blindness criteria, chest measurements, etc.).
  • Any detailed medical examination requirements, if applicable, may be communicated by PSPCL during the appointment process.

How to Apply Online for PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official PSPCL website.
  • Click on the “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
  • Select “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant Lineman (ALM) against CRA 318/26”.
  • Click on “New Registration” and complete the registration process.
  • Enter the required details such as:
    • Name
    • Date of Birth
    • Father’s Name
    • Mobile Number
    • Email ID
  • Verify the OTP received on the registered mobile number and email ID.
  • Fill out the online application form carefully.
  • Upload the scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
  • Review all details using the Save and Preview option.
  • Accept the declaration and submit the application form.
  • Pay the application fee through online mode.
  • Verify that the fee status shows “Paid”.
  • Download and print the final application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Documents Required for PSPCL ALM Form 2026

  • Passport Size Photograph
  • Signature
  • Matriculation Certificate
  • ITI Electrician/Wireman Certificate
  • Punjabi Qualification Certificate
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • EWS Certificate (if applicable)
  • Valid Photo ID Proof
  • Punjab Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

PSPCL ALM Job Profile

  • Assist in operation and maintenance of power distribution lines.
  • Installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical lines and equipment.
  • Assist in breakdown restoration and fault rectification work.
  • Perform line patrolling and inspection of distribution networks.
  • Replace damaged electrical components, conductors, and fittings.
  • Assist in installation and maintenance of transformers.
  • Ensure uninterrupted power supply by attending field complaints.
  • Follow electrical safety procedures and departmental guidelines.
  • Carry out meter-related and distribution-related field work as assigned.
  • Assist senior technical staff in operation and maintenance activities.
  • Perform emergency repair work during power failures and natural calamities.
  • Maintain records and reports related to field operations.
  • Attend training programs organized by PSPCL.
  • Perform any other technical duties assigned by the department.

Training Requirement

  • Selected candidates may be deputed for 6 months of Classroom and On-the-Job Training before regular field deployment.

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Top 10 FAQs – PSPCL Assistant Lineman (ALM) Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies have been announced under PSPCL ALM Recruitment 2026?
Ans. PSPCL has announced a total of 3000 vacancies for the post of Assistant Lineman (ALM).

Q2. What is the educational qualification required for PSPCL ALM 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Matriculation and ITI in Electrician or Wireman Trade from NCVT or SCVT recognized institutes.

Q3. Is knowledge of Punjabi mandatory for this recruitment?
Ans. Yes, candidates must have passed Punjabi at Matriculation level or equivalent and must also qualify the Punjabi Language Test.

Q4. What is the age limit for PSPCL Assistant Lineman Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The age limit is 18 to 37 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.

Q5. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
Ans. General, BC, and EWS candidates have to pay ₹1,416, including GST, while SC and PwD candidates have to pay ₹885.

Q6. What is the selection process for PSPCL ALM 2026?
Ans. The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT), Punjabi Qualifying Test, Document Verification, and Final Merit Preparation.

Q7. Is there any negative marking in the PSPCL ALM Exam?
Ans. No, there is no negative marking in the online examination. Each correct answer carries one mark.

Q8. What is the salary of an Assistant Lineman in PSPCL?
Ans. The minimum admissible basic pay is ₹19,900 per month as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

Q9. How long is the probation period for selected candidates?
Ans. The probation period for Assistant Lineman posts is 3 years or as amended by the Punjab Government from time to time.

Q10. Will selected candidates receive training before deployment?
Ans. Yes, PSPCL may depute selected candidates for 6 months of classroom and on-the-job training before regular field duties.

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