SJVN Limited Various Post Online Form 2026 (21 Posts) | Advt. No. 127/2026
Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVN), a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released the recruitment notification for various Executive positions under Advertisement No. 127/2026. This recruitment covers 21 vacancies for Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, and Engineer posts across Electrical, Mechanical, C&I, and Chemical disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online from 05 August 2026 to 26 August 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy distribution, selection process, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
SJVN Limited, a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of Himachal Pradesh, has issued this notification to hire experienced engineering professionals for its subsidiary STPL, which is executing the 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. This is a lateral-entry recruitment aimed at experienced professionals rather than freshers, since post-qualification work experience is mandatory for all posts. SJVN has also cautioned candidates to be careful of fraudulent persons, agencies, or websites, clarifying that it does not seek any payment other than the prescribed application fee, and that all official correspondence will be through the registered e-mail ID only.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 05/08/2026 |
| Application Begin | 05/08/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 26/08/2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy | 15/09/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Scrutiny of Applications + Screening Test (if required) + Document Verification + Personal Interview |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹590 |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online only |
Candidates should note that along with the online application, a hard copy of the application along with the payment receipt, experience details, and educational/category/age certificates must reach the SJVN Shimla office by the specified deadline, or the application will not be considered complete.
Age Limit (as on closing date)
| Engineer | Maximum 32 Years |
| Deputy Manager | Maximum 36 Years |
| Chief General Manager | Maximum 55 Years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, PwBD: 10 to 15 years depending on category |
Internal SJVN applicants have no upper age bar, and internal candidates with an AMIE qualification in the respective discipline are also eligible to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for these posts must possess a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant Engineering discipline, or an M.Sc. in Chemistry for Chemical-related posts, along with the prescribed post-qualification experience as specified for each post and grade in the official notification. It is strongly recommended that applicants go through the detailed official notification PDF for post-wise and discipline-wise qualification and experience requirements before applying.
Vacancy Details (Total: 21 Posts)
| Post Name | Discipline |
|---|---|
| Chief General Manager | Various Engineering Disciplines |
| Deputy Manager | Electrical / Mechanical / C&I / Chemical |
| Engineer | Electrical / Mechanical / C&I / Chemical |
These posts will be filled for SJVN’s subsidiary STPL, executing the 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. The E2 grade pay scale starts at approximately ₹50,000 and varies by grade, along with allowances and PSU-level benefits.
Selection Process
Selection for SJVN Various Post Recruitment will be carried out through Scrutiny of Applications, followed by a Screening Test if required, then Document Verification, and finally a Personal Interview. Since these are experience-based lateral entry posts, the scrutiny stage carries significant weightage in shortlisting candidates based on their relevant work experience and qualifications before they proceed to the interview stage.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, engineering degree/M.Sc. certificate and marksheet, experience certificates with pay scale details, category certificate (if applicable), age proof, and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification (Advt No. 127/2026) carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: sjvn.nic.in and go to the Career section.
- Register with basic details and create login credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the application form (preview) after submission.
- Send the printout along with the payment receipt, experience details, and certificates of educational qualification, age, category, and experience to the SJVN Shimla office by the specified deadline.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | sjvn.nic.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SJVN Various Post Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration is 26 August 2026 (11:59 PM), and the hard copy must reach the SJVN Shimla office by 15 September 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 21 posts are available for Chief General Manager, Deputy Manager, and Engineer roles.
Q3. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹590 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; SC/ST candidates are exempted.
Q4. Is this recruitment open to freshers?
No, all posts require prescribed post-qualification experience, making this suited to experienced engineering professionals.