CERC Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization | Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) |
| Type | Statutory Regulatory Body under Electricity Act, 2003 | Ministry of Power, Govt. of India |
| Location | 8th Floor, Tower B, World Trade Centre, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi – 110 029 |
| Mode of Recruitment | Deputation on Foreign Service Terms / Short-Term Contract Basis |
| Who Can Apply | Officers of Central/State Governments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies |
| Active Vacancies (Aug 2026 Notice) | 8 Legal Posts (Joint Chief, Deputy Chief, Asst. Chief Legal + Bench Officer) |
| Active Vacancies (Sept 2026 Notice) | Download notification PDF for post details |
| Deputation Period | 5 years (as per CERC Recruitment Regulations, 2007) |
| Pay Level | Level-11 to Level-13 (₹67,700 – ₹2,15,900 as per 7th CPC) |
| Notice 1 Last Date | 08 October 2026 |
| Notice 2 Last Date | 18 October 2026 |
| Apply Online | vacancy.cercind.gov.in |
| Official Website | cercind.gov.in |
Notice 1 (Dated August 2026) – Legal Posts | Last Date: 08 October 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Chief (Legal) | 02 | Level-13 | ₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900 |
| Deputy Chief (Legal) | 01 | Level-12 | ₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200 |
| Assistant Chief (Legal) | 04 | Level-11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 |
| Bench Officer | 01 | Level-11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 |
| Total (Notice 1) | 08 | ||
Eligibility – Legal Posts (Notice 1)
| Post | Essential Qualification | Qualifying Service in Central Govt. |
|---|---|---|
| Joint Chief (Legal) | Graduate Degree in Law (preferably with specialization in Regulation); Master Degree in Law preferred | i) Analogous post on regular basis; OR ii) 3 years at Level-12 (₹78,800); OR iii) 8 years at Level-11 (₹67,700) |
| Deputy Chief (Legal) | Graduate Degree in Law; Master Degree in Law preferred; specialization in Regulations preferred | i) Analogous post; OR ii) 3 years at Level-11 (₹67,700); OR iii) 7 years combined at Level-10 (₹56,100) |
| Assistant Chief (Legal) | Graduate Degree in Law; Master Degree in Law preferred; specialization in Regulations preferred | i) Analogous post; OR ii) 4 years at Level-10 (₹56,100); OR iii) 5 years at Level-08 (₹47,600); OR iv) 6 years at Level-07 (₹44,900) |
| Bench Officer | Graduate Degree in Law; judicial/quasi-judicial experience required | i) Analogous post; OR ii) 4 years at Level-10 (₹56,100); OR iii) 5 years at Level-08; OR iv) 6 years at Level-07 |
Nature of Experience (Legal Posts): Judicial / Quasi-Judicial legal matters including proceedings, petitions, pleadings, listing of case laws, regulatory matters under Electricity Act, 2003.
Notice 2 (Dated 03 September 2026) – Last Date: 18 October 2026
Download the official notification PDF for complete post details: VacancyNotice-030926.pdf | Based on CERC’s pattern, this notice likely covers Engineering, Finance, Economics or other specialist posts on deputation/short-term contract basis. Apply online via vacancy.cercind.gov.in.
Key Terms & Conditions (Applicable to Both Notices)
- Deputation Period: Normal period is 5 years as per CERC (Recruitment, Control and Service Conditions of Staff) Regulations, 2007
- Allowances: DA, HRA, Transport Allowance at Central Government rates applicable from time to time
- Accommodation: Government accommodation facility available; also Leased Accommodation up to 2× HRA permissible as per CERC (Leased Accommodation) Regulations, 2007
- Medical: As per CERC (Indoor/Outdoor Medical Facilities) Regulations, 2005 — in lieu of parent organisation / CGHS facilities (if opted)
- Benefits on Deputation (Foreign Service Terms): Leave Salary Contribution + Pension/NPS Contribution + Deputation (Duty) Allowance (if applicable)
- Benefits on Short-Term Contract: Leave Salary Contribution + Gratuity Contribution + Deputation (Duty) Allowance + CPF/EPF/NPS (any one)
- Posts exempted from the principle of immediate absorption
- CERC reserves the right to change/reduce/increase number of posts as per circumstances
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interaction (interview)
- Relaxation in age/qualifications may be given by competent authority in deserving cases
How to Apply – CERC Recruitment 2026
- Visit cercind.gov.in/vacancy.html and download the detailed advertisement / notification PDF
- Read the Annexure-I (post-wise qualifications) and Annexure-II (Bio-Data Proforma) carefully
- Apply Online via: vacancy.cercind.gov.in/cerc/public/
- Also send the Bio-Data Proforma (Annexure-II) in prescribed format with attested copies of all relevant documents — duly forwarded by competent authority (not below rank of Under Secretary, GoI) — to:
Deputy Chief (Admin), CERC, 8th Floor, Tower B, World Trade Centre, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi – 110 029 - Applications must be routed through proper channel (parent department/employer)
- Enclose: ACRs/APARs for last 5 years + latest Vigilance Clearance/Integrity Certificate
- Envelope should be superscribed: “Application for the post of ______“
- Applications submitted in advance are entertained only if the complete application routed through proper channel is received within 30 days after the closing date
About CERC (Central Electricity Regulatory Commission)
Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) is a statutory regulatory body constituted under Section 76 of the Electricity Act, 2003, under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. CERC was initially set up under the Electricity Regulatory Commissions Act, 1998 and is responsible for regulating the tariff of generating companies owned or controlled by the Central Government, regulating the tariff of transmission licenses, regulating inter-state transmission of electricity, issuing licences to transmission licensees and power trading licensees, adjudicating on disputes related to inter-state transmission, and laying down standards of a Grid Code. CERC also performs functions of the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) under certain provisions. CERC is a quasi-judicial regulatory body with powers to regulate India’s electricity sector, playing a pivotal role in the development of India’s power markets, renewable energy integration, and clean energy transition.
Frequently Asked Questions – CERC Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is CERC Recruitment 2026?
Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has released two vacancy notices in August and September 2026 inviting applications for deputation/short-term contract posts. The August notice (last date 08 Oct 2026) covers 8 Legal posts. The September notice (last date 18 Oct 2026) covers additional specialist posts — see official PDF for details.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply for CERC deputation posts?
Officers of Central Government, State Governments, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and Autonomous Bodies who fulfil the post-wise qualifying service requirements (holding analogous post or having specified years of service in pay levels below the advertised post). Direct candidates are not eligible.
Q3. What is the pay scale for CERC deputation posts?
Level-11: ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 | Level-12: ₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200 | Level-13: ₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900. Plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Deputation Allowance and other Central Govt. allowances.
Q4. What is the tenure of deputation at CERC?
Normal period is 5 years as per CERC (Recruitment, Control and Service Conditions of Staff) Regulations, 2007.
Q5. Can I apply online for CERC recruitment?
Yes. CERC now has an online application portal at vacancy.cercind.gov.in. However, you must ALSO send the physical Bio-Data Proforma (Annexure-II) routed through proper channel to CERC’s office in New Delhi before the closing date.
Q6. What documents must be sent with the application?
Attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates; ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years; latest Vigilance Clearance/Integrity Certificate; complete Bio-Data Proforma in prescribed format — all forwarded by the competent authority (Under Secretary level or above).
Q7. What is the qualification for CERC Legal posts?
Graduate Degree in Law from recognized institution/university. Master’s Degree in Law (LLM) and specialization in Regulatory Law is preferred. Experience in judicial/quasi-judicial proceedings, petitions, regulatory matters under Electricity Act, 2003 is required.
Q8. What is the last date for CERC September 2026 notice?
Last date for the September 2026 vacancy notice (VacancyNotice-030926.pdf) is 18 October 2026. The August 2026 Legal posts notice has last date of 08 October 2026.
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Source: Official CERC Vacancy Notice No. ADMN-12012/1/2019-CERC, August & September 2026 | Deputy Chief (Admin), Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, New Delhi | cercind.gov.in/vacancy.html