CERC Recruitment 2026 (Joint Chief/Deputy Chief/Assistant Chief Legal & Bench Officer) — 8 Posts, Apply by 08 Oct (Delhi)

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), a statutory body under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has released CERC Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. ADMN-12012/1/2019-CERC for 8 posts on a deputation basis. This central government job is open to candidates holding a Degree in Law, preferably with specialisation in regulation for Joint Chief (Legal), or a Degree in Law/Master's Degree in Law preferably with specialisation in Regulations for Deputy Chief (Legal) and Assistant Chief (Legal), and a plain Degree in Law for Bench Officer. Selected candidates under CERC Recruitment 2026 will support the Commission's legal and regulatory functions in Joint Chief (Legal), Deputy Chief (Legal), Assistant Chief (Legal), and Bench Officer roles. The selection process for CERC Recruitment 2026 consists of an Interaction with the Selection Committee, with no separate written examination mentioned. The salary for CERC Recruitment 2026 ranges from Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700) for Assistant Chief (Legal) and Bench Officer, up to Level-13 (₹1,23,100-2,15,900) for Joint Chief (Legal), with Deputy Chief (Legal) at Level-12 (₹78,800-2,09,200). The CERC Recruitment 2026 offline application is open until 08 October 2026, submitted through the official CERC website. There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification. Candidates must read the complete official CERC notification PDF before applying, since this is a deputation-based recruitment with the maximum age limit fixed at 56 years for all posts, and specific specialisation preferences vary by designation. Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, established under the Electricity Act 2003, regulates tariff and inter-state transmission of electricity, and periodically requires legally qualified officers on deputation from various Central/State Government departments, PSUs, and regulatory bodies to staff its legal wing and adjudicatory bench functions. A deputation posting at CERC offers experienced government legal officers exposure to India's power sector regulatory framework, working directly on tariff disputes, arbitration matters, and legislative interpretation within the electricity regulatory ecosystem.

• Joint Chief (Legal): Degree in Law, preferably with specialisation in regulation
• Deputy Chief (Legal): Degree in Law, preferably with specialisation in Regulations, or a Master's Degree in Law
• Assistant Chief (Legal): Degree in Law, preferably with specialisation in Regulations, or a Master's Degree in Law
• Bench Officer: Degree in Law from a recognised university

Maximum Age Limit: 56 years for all posts, as on the closing date of the advertisement.

• Joint Chief (Legal): Degree in Law, preferably with regulation specialisation, along with requisite years of relevant experience as specified in the notification
• Deputy Chief (Legal) / Assistant Chief (Legal): Degree in Law (Regulations specialisation preferred) or Master's Degree in Law
• Bench Officer: Degree in Law
• Age: Maximum 56 years for all posts
• No application fee for any category
• This is a deputation appointment; candidates must apply through their parent department

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for any category, applicable to this deputation-based recruitment.

Joint Chief (Legal): Level-13 (₹1,23,100-2,15,900) Deputy Chief (Legal): Level-12 (₹78,800-2,09,200) Assistant Chief (Legal): Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700) Bench Officer: Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700)

1. Read the official notification carefully before applying
2. Download the application form from the official website https://cercind.gov.in
3. Fill the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and experience details
4. Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates
5. Check all details carefully before submission
6. Send the completed application form, forwarded through your parent department, to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post/Registered Post, or as instructed
7. Ensure the application reaches before the last date of 08 October 2026
8. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference