PSPCL Assistant Lineman (NAC) Recruitment 2026: 3289 Posts
📅 Posted: 07/06/2026 📝 Updated: 08/06/2026
Total Vacancy3289
Salary₹19,900/Month Basic Pay (7th CPC Level-2) [Approx. ₹28,000–₹35,000 in-hand]
LocationPunjab
Last Date06/07/2026
Short Information: Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has released Advertisement No. CRA 317/26 dated 07 June 2026 for recruitment of 3,289 posts of Assistant Lineman (ALM) — exclusively for candidates holding National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade.
This is a separate recruitment from CRA 318/26 (which is for ITI Electrician/Wireman holders). Note: Do NOT apply here if your qualification is ITI Electrician or Wireman — apply under CRA 318/26 instead.
Out of 3,289 total posts, 1,456 are backlog vacancies and 1,833 are new posts. Women reserved seats total 616. The largest reserved categories are SC (MZB) with 544 posts and SC (OT) with 541 posts.
The basic pay is ₹19,900/month as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Estimated in-hand salary after DA and allowances post-probation is approximately ₹28,000–₹35,000/month. Probation period is 3 years.
Online applications open from 15 June 2026 to 06 July 2026. Fee last date: 10 July 2026. Fee: ₹1,416 for General/EWS/BC and ₹885 for SC/PwD including 18% GST.
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PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 07/06/2026 |
| Application Begin (Online) | 15/06/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 10/07/2026 |
| Online Test Date | To be notified on www.pspcl.in |
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee
| General / EWS / BC / XSM / FF / SP | ₹1416 (₹1200 + 18% GST) |
| SC / PwD | ₹885 (₹750 + 18% GST) |
Payment: Online only (Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card via SBI Payment Gateway)
PSPCL Assistant Lineman (NAC) Recruitment 2026: 3289 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 18–37 Years (as on 01/01/2026)
(SC / Backward Class: 5 years (max age 42 years), Physically Handicapped (PwD): 10 years (max age 47 years), Widow / Divorced / Separated / Deserted Women & Wives of serving/disabled military personnel: Max 40 years, Ex-Serviceman (Self): Actual age minus armed forces service period; resultant age not to exceed max limit by more than 3 years, Serving PSPCL / PSTCL / Punjab Govt employees: Relaxation to the extent of service rendered)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Lineman (ALM) | 3289 | Matriculation + NAC in Lineman Trade; Age 18–37 Yrs; Punjabi language knowledge mandatory |
| Total Vacancy | 3,289 | |
| Note: This CRA is for NAC (Lineman Trade) holders only. For ITI Electrician/Wireman candidates, apply under CRA 318/26. PSPCL reserves the right to modify vacancies without notice. | ||
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy Breakup — Backlog + New Posts (Table A)
| Category | Backlog Posts | New Posts | Total Posts | Women Reserved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen — General | — | 715 | 715 | 202 |
| EWS — Economically Weaker Section | — | 183 | 183 | 55 |
| SC (MZB) — Scheduled Caste (Mazhabi Balmiki) | 359 | 185 | 544 | 74 |
| SC (MZB-XSM) — SC Mazhabi Balmiki Ex-Serviceman | 29 | 36 | 65 | 0 |
| SC (MZB-SP) — SC Mazhabi Balmiki Sports Person | 23 | 9 | 32 | 0 |
| SC (OT) — Scheduled Caste (Others) | 358 | 183 | 541 | 73 |
| SC (OT-XSM) — SC Others Ex-Serviceman | 28 | 37 | 65 | 0 |
| SC (OT-SP) — SC Others Sports Person | 23 | 9 | 32 | 0 |
| BC — Backward Class Only | 257 | 183 | 440 | 73 |
| BC (XSM) — Backward Class Ex-Serviceman | 10 | 36 | 46 | 0 |
| XSM — Ex-Serviceman (Self/Dependent) | — | 129 | 129 | 74 |
| PwD — Person with Disability (Partially Deaf/Autism/SLD/Mental Illness) | 274 | 73 | 347 | 37 |
| SP (G) — Sports Person (General) | 95 | 37 | 132 | 19 |
| FF — Freedom Fighter | — | 18 | 18 | 9 |
| Total | 1,456 | 1,833 | 3,289 | 616 |
| Note:Reservation for women and reserved categories is for Punjab domicile candidates only. Category once selected cannot be changed. '—' indicates no backlog for that category. | ||||
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation or equivalent (10th pass).
- Technical Qualification: National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade. Must be passed by last date of online application (06 July 2026). NAC must be issued by NCVT or equivalent authority.
- Punjabi Language: Must have passed Punjabi at Matriculation level by the last date of application. Mandatory qualifying test (Part-I) of 50 marks in online exam — minimum 50% (25 marks) required to qualify.
- Age Limit: 18–37 years as on 01/01/2026. Relaxation applicable as per Punjab Govt. rules.
- Domicile: Reservation for reserved categories applicable only for Punjab domicile candidates.
- PwD: Partially deaf/hard of hearing, Autism Spectrum Disorder (mild), Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness — with minimum 40% benchmark disability certificate from Civil Surgeon (Punjab).
- Important: This CRA is exclusively for NAC Lineman trade holders. ITI Electrician/Wireman trade holders must apply under CRA 318/26.
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Assistant Lineman (ALM) | ₹19,900/Month Basic Pay (7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-2, ₹19,900–₹63,200) |
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps
- Online Computer Based Test (CBT) — Part-I (Punjabi Language, qualifying) + Part-II (Technical + GK + Reasoning + Arithmetic)
- Normalization of marks (if exam conducted in multiple shifts)
- Merit list based on Part-II marks only (Sports category merit by Director Sports, Punjab)
- Document Checking
- Final selection and offer of appointment
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Online Exam Overview
- Mode: Online Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes) total.
- Total Questions: 150 (Part-I: 50 + Part-II: 100).
- Negative Marking: No negative marking for wrong answers.
- Language: Part-I in Punjabi only; Part-II bilingual (English/Punjabi) except Punjabi questions.
- Part-I Qualifying: Minimum 50% (25/50 marks) mandatory — failing disqualifies from Part-II merit.
- Part-II Minimum Qualifying Marks: 25% for General; 20% for SC/EWS/BC/XSM/FF/SP/PwD.
- Tie-breaking: Higher age candidate placed above lower age candidate.
Recruitment Table: Exam Pattern — Subject & Questions Breakdown
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part-I (Qualifying) | Punjabi Language Knowledge | 50 |
| Part-II | Technical Questions (NAC Lineman Trade) | 50 |
| Part-II | Punjabi Language Knowledge | 20 |
| Part-II | General Knowledge | 10 |
| Part-II | Reasoning | 10 |
| Part-II | Arithmetic | 10 |
| Total | 150 |
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026How to Apply
- Visit PSPCL official website www.pspcl.in and click on 'Recruitment' tab.
- Click on 'Recruitment for the post of Assistant Lineman against CRA 317/26'.
- Click 'NEW REGISTRATION' and enter Name, Date of Birth, Father's Name, Mobile No., Email ID.
- Verify OTP received on registered mobile and email.
- Fill complete application form including category, qualification details.
- Upload scanned photograph (JPG/JPEG, 20–50KB, 150×200 pixels) and signature (JPG/JPEG, 10–20KB, 140×60 pixels).
- Click 'Save and Preview', verify all details and click 'SUBMIT'. Once submitted, details cannot be edited.
- Pay the application fee online via SBI Payment Gateway (Internet Banking/Credit/Debit Card). Fee must show 'Paid' status.
- Download and save the printed application form for future reference.
- No hard copy submission required. Helpdesk: helpdesk-recruitment@pspcl.in
Recruitment Note: About Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL)
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) is a Government of Punjab-owned power utility headquartered at PSEB Head Office, The Mall, Patiala. Incorporated in 2010, PSPCL handles power generation, transmission, and distribution across Punjab and is central to the state's 24×7 uninterrupted power supply mission. Assistant Lineman (ALM) is the entry-level field position responsible for overhead line maintenance, distribution network upkeep, and power restoration work at the ground level across Punjab's urban and rural areas.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary
PSPCL employees receive 7th CPC pay scales with periodic DA revision, medical reimbursement, Leave Travel Allowance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, and pension benefits. Probation period is 3 years, during which only minimum admissible pay (₹19,900 basic) plus TA and medical reimbursement are payable. After probation confirmation, full pay with annual increments applies. Field employees also receive uniform and tool allowances.
PSPCL Assistant Lineman NAC Recruitment 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 15/06/2026 to 06/07/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Advt No. CRA 317/26 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  PSPCL |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Lineman (ALM) |
| Total Vacancy | 3289 |
| Salary | ₹19,900/Month Basic Pay (7th CPC Level-2) [Approx. ₹28,000–₹35,000 in-hand] |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 06/07/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
This CRA (317/26) is specifically for NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) Lineman trade holders — not for ITI Electrician or Wireman candidates. If you have ITI in Electrician or Wireman trade, apply under CRA 318/26 instead. The vacancy table has a large backlog component (1,456 posts) across SC/PwD/SP categories, so reserved category candidates have significantly higher chances here. Punjabi language (Part-I) is a mandatory qualifying test — score at least 25/50 marks or your Part-II marks won't count. Pay your application fee at the same time as submitting the form — fee last date (10 July) is different from application last date (06 July). Category once selected CANNOT be changed — verify your correct category before submitting.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for PSPCL Assistant Lineman (ALM) under CRA 317/26? ▼
Ans: The basic pay is ₹19,900/month as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200). During the 3-year probation, only minimum admissible pay plus TA and medical reimbursement is payable — no DA, Grade Pay, or increments. After probation, estimated in-hand salary with DA and allowances is approximately ₹28,000 to ₹35,000 per month.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply for PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26 Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: The last date for online application submission is 06 July 2026. The fee payment deadline is 10 July 2026. Candidates must pay the fee at the same time as submitting the form to avoid last-minute failures. Applications without 'Paid' fee status will be rejected. Apply at www.pspcl.in.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26 online exam? ▼
Ans: No. There is no negative marking in this exam. The computer based test has 150 total questions — 50 qualifying Punjabi language questions (Part-I) and 100 questions in Part-II covering technical, Punjabi, GK, reasoning, and arithmetic. Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
Q.4 What is the age limit for PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26? ▼
Ans: Age limit is 18 to 37 years as on 01/01/2026. Relaxation: SC/BC get 5 extra years (max 42); PwD gets 10 extra years (max 47); widows/divorced/deserted women and wives of military personnel get max 40 years; Ex-servicemen get military service deducted from age, with resultant not exceeding max by more than 3 years.
Q.5 How to download the PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26 notification PDF? ▼
Ans: The official notification (Advertisement No. CRA 317/26, dated 07/06/2026) is available on PSPCL's website www.pspcl.in under the Recruitment section. For portal queries, contact: helpdesk-recruitment@pspcl.in quoting your registration number.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26? ▼
Ans: Candidates must have: (1) Matriculation or equivalent (10th pass), and (2) National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Lineman Trade — issued by NCVT or equivalent authority. Both must be completed by the last date of application (06 July 2026). Punjabi language at Matriculation level is also mandatory. Note: This CRA is only for NAC Lineman holders — ITI Electrician/Wireman candidates must apply under CRA 318/26.
Q.7 What is the selection process for PSPCL ALM CRA 317/26? ▼
Ans: Selection is through a 3-hour Computer Based Online Test. Part-I (50 Punjabi questions) is mandatory qualifying — minimum 25 marks required. Part-II (100 questions: Technical 50, Punjabi 20, GK 10, Reasoning 10, Arithmetic 10) determines final merit. Qualifying marks in Part-II: 25% General, 20% reserved categories. Followed by document checking and offer of appointment.
Q.8 What is the difference between PSPCL CRA 317/26 and CRA 318/26? ▼
Ans: Both are for the same post of Assistant Lineman (ALM) with identical pay, exam pattern, and selection process. The only difference is the technical qualification: CRA 317/26 (3,289 posts) is for candidates with NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in Lineman Trade, while CRA 318/26 (3,000 posts) is for ITI Electrician or Wireman trade holders. Apply only to the CRA matching your qualification.
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