JSERC Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission; Ranchi; On-site; INR 800,000 - 959,000; Full time

Job summary

Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC), Ranchi, invites applications for the post of Director on deputation or contract basis.

The appointment requires 10 years of experience in an analogous post or tariff/regulatory roles in the power sector, with an initial term of one year and eligibility criteria as specified in the vacancy circular.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Master's Degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 10 years of experience in analogous post.
• Long experience in government owned Power Sector/Utility or PSU/Commission, or an officer holding an analogous post on regular basis in Central/State Government, any PSU or a Central/State Electricity Regulatory Commission.

Education

Degree in Economics, MBA or Electrical Engineering

Job description

COMPANY NAME Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission

Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC), Ranchi, has one post of Director to fill on deputation or contract basis (Vacancy Circular No. JSERC/03/2026, dated 16 October 2026). On deputation the post carries Pay Band ₹15600-39100 with Grade Pay ₹7600/- (Rs.78,800/- at the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix level). A private sector candidate on contract gets an initial basic pay of ₹78,800/- plus allowances approved by the Commission. A retired officer gets Last Pay Drawn minus Full Pension, plus approved allowances. Candidates need 10 years of experience in an analogous post (or Director (Tariff) or tariff determination experience for retired Directors (Tariff)), and the initial term is one year. The application in the specified format must reach the Commission by registered/speed post by 20 December 2026, 17:00 hrs.

JSERC Director at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC)

Advertisement No. JSERC/03/2026, dated 16-10-2026

Post Director (Deputation / Contract basis)

Vacancies 01

Pay Pay Band ₹15600-39100 + Grade Pay ₹7600/- (Rs.78,800/- level) on deputation; ₹78,800/- + allowances for private sector; Last Pay Drawn minus Full Pension + allowances for retired officers

Contract Term Initially one (01) year, may be extended

Experience Required 10 years in an analogous post (Director (Tariff) or tariff determination experience for retired Directors (Tariff))

Job Location Ranchi, Jharkhand

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

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Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission is a statutory body functioning under the Electricity Act, 2003. Under Section 86 of the Act its work includes determination of electricity tariffs, regulating power purchase and procurement processes, granting of licences and adjudication of disputes. Its office is on the 1st Floor, Jharkhand State Housing Board (Old Headquarter), Harmu Housing Colony, Ranchi - 834002.

Who Can Apply

The single Director post is open to four kinds of applicants, each with its own qualification and experience. Age and experience will be calculated as on 30 September 2026.

• Degree in Economics, Master's Degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 10 years of experience in analogous post.
• Long experience in government owned Power Sector/Utility or PSU/Commission (Central or State), or an officer holding an analogous post on regular basis in Central/State Government, any PSU under Central/State Government, or a Central or State Electricity Regulatory Commission.

For Contract – Retired Director (Tariff)

• The candidate should have held a position of Director (Tariff) in a Central/State Electricity Regulatory Commission, or should have experience in the tariff determination process of Generating/Transmission/Distribution/Load Dispatch centre or any other utilities in the electricity sector in India.

For Contract – Other Retired Officer

• Degree in Economics, Master's Degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 10 years of experience in analogous post. Post-retirement experience in the power sector will also be considered.

For Contract – Private Sector

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering/Economics or MBA from a recognized University.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in an analogous post.
• The candidate should be holding, or should have held, a position in substantive/officiating capacity.
• Experience in Regulatory Affairs, Tariff Determination process/Commercial function in a Power Utility or a Consultancy organization working in the power sector in India.

Desirable (Additional Qualifications/Experience)

The notice lists the same additional qualifications/experience for all routes:

• Professional experience in developing tariff modules in the interest of electricity consumers and expertise in commercial analysis.
• Professional experience in the power sector, including electricity generation, transmission and distribution in large public utilities, along with experience in developing electricity tariffs.
• Experience in handling administrative and establishment-related matters in Central/State Government organizations.
• Experience in managing litigation and related matters.
• Specialization in Regulatory Law.

Age Limit

Applicant

Age Limit

Deputation Maximum age as per the JSERC (Officers and Staff Recruitment Rules and Service Conditions) Regulation 2012; at least three years left for superannuation under Central/State Government rules for officers in the corresponding grades

Retired Government Officer (Contract) At least two (02) years left before attaining the age of 65 years

Private Sector (Contract) Maximum 62 years

Candidates claiming SC/ST/OBC benefits must furnish certificates; the validity of the certificate is the candidate's responsibility at the time of application and at verification. See the official notification for the full eligibility of each route.

Contract

• Retired Director (Tariff) and other retired officers: monthly contract pay is a lump sum calculated as Last Pay Drawn minus Full Pension, plus other allowances as approved by the Commission.
• Private sector: Initial Basic Pay of ₹78,800/- plus other allowances as approved by the Commission.
• Tenure: initially one (01) year, which may be further extended at the discretion of the Commission and on the candidate's annual performance. If not extended, the contract ends automatically on expiry, with no separate order.
• There will be an annual performance assessment during the contract period.
• TA/DA as applicable to regular officers in the equivalent cadre in the Commission, as per rules adopted from time to time.
• Leave: all holidays notified by the State Government and 13 days casual leave annually, subject to prior approval.
• Either party may end the contract early with one month's notice or one month's salary in lieu; the Commission reserves the right to waive the notice period or notice pay or both.
• The selected candidate will execute a contract agreement with the Commission. The Commission reserves the right to terminate it before the tenure ends, and the appointment confers no right or claim to a regular appointment in the Commission.

Documents named in the notice

• Attested copies of all certificates and testimonials
• For deputation: attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years, NOC and Vigilance Clearance Certificate
• SC/ST/OBC certificate, for those claiming such benefits

Selection Process

Selection will be done by the Commission through an interview, and its decision is final and binding.

• Candidates may be provisionally admitted to the interview on the basis of the information in the application; an interview letter does not mean the candidature is finally cleared.
• Eligibility will be verified with original documents at the time of the interview or earlier, if called for.
• Deputation candidates must produce the No Objection Certificate from their organisation prior to or at the time of the interview; without it they will not be permitted to appear.
• Those working in Public Sector/Government Sector/Autonomous bodies may apply through proper channel, or submit the NOC at the interview, or submit a proper relieving order from their present employer at joining.
• A candidate found not to meet the eligibility criteria (age, education, professional qualification, post-qualification experience) at any stage will be cancelled and not allowed to appear for the interview; candidature may be cancelled even after the interview.
• Any canvassing, directly or indirectly, will disqualify the candidature.
• No person convicted by a court of law for an offence involving moral turpitude is eligible for appointment.
• The Commission reserves its right of discretion to relax any one of the provisions to ensure the suitability of the candidate.
• The Commission can be contacted on phone [phone] and email [e-mail] .

Q1. How many vacancies are there in JSERC Director Recruitment 2026?

There is one (01) post of Director, to be filled on deputation or contract basis.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the JSERC Director post?

The application must reach the Commission by 20 December 2026, 17:00 hrs; applications received later will be summarily rejected.

Q3. What qualification is needed for JSERC Director?

Deputation and other retired officer candidates need a Degree in Economics, Master's Degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering from a recognized university with 10 years of experience in an analogous post. Private sector candidates need a Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering/Economics or MBA with minimum 10 years' experience.

Q4. What is the age limit for the JSERC Director post?

Private sector candidates may be at most 62 years, retired government officers must have at least two years left before 65, and deputation candidates need at least three years left for superannuation, all as on 30 September 2026.

Q5. What is the salary of JSERC Director?

On deputation it is Pay Band ₹15600-39100 with Grade Pay ₹7600/- (Rs.78,800/- level), and a private sector candidate gets an initial basic pay of ₹78,800/- plus allowances approved by the Commission.

Q6. Can retired officers apply, and how is their pay fixed?

Yes, retired Directors (Tariff) and other retired officers may apply on contract basis. Their monthly contract pay is a lump sum of Last Pay Drawn minus Full Pension, plus other allowances approved by the Commission.

Q7. How do I apply for JSERC Director Recruitment 2026?

Fill the application format available on www.jserc.org, attach the CV, photograph and attested certificates, and send the hard copy by registered/speed post to The Secretary, JSERC, Harmu Housing Colony, Ranchi – 834002.

Q8. What is the selection process for JSERC Director?

Selection is done by the Commission through an interview, with eligibility checked against original documents at the interview or earlier.

Q9. Is the JSERC Director post permanent?

No, the deputation or contract appointment is initially for one year and may be extended; a contract appointment gives no claim to a regular appointment in the Commission.

Q10. Is an NOC needed for deputation candidates?

Yes, deputation candidates must produce a No Objection Certificate prior to or at the time of the interview, or they will not be permitted to appear.