The PSTCL Exam Date 2025-26 has been officially announced by Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited. As per the latest notice, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for various technical and non-technical posts will be conducted from 13th to 16th January 2026. This recruitment drive is being carried out under Advertisement Numbers 12/2025 and 13/2025 to fill 609 vacancies across Punjab.
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 – Latest Update
Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited has released a detailed recruitment notification inviting eligible candidates for posts such as Assistant Lineman (ALM), Assistant Sub-Station Attendant (ASSA), Assistant Engineer (AE), Junior Engineer (JE), Accounts Officer, Law Officer, Electrician Grade-II, LDC, and several others. Candidates who have successfully submitted their application forms should now focus on exam preparation, as the CBT dates are officially confirmed.
PSTCL Recruitment 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited |
| Advertisement Number | 12/2025 & 13/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 609 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | 13th to 16th January 2026 |
| Selection Process | CBT + Document Verification |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 Years |
| Official Website | pstcl.org |
PSTCL Exam Date 2025-26 Official Notice
According to the official exam schedule, PSTCL will conduct the CBT in multiple shifts between 13 January and 16 January 2026. The exam will be held for candidates who applied for ALM, ASSA, Electrician Grade-II, AE, JE, Accounts Officer, Law Officer, LDC, and other posts. The exact shift timing and exam city details will be mentioned on the admit card.
Punjab PSTCL Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 December 2025 (11:55 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 16 December 2025 |
| PSTCL Exam Date 2025-26 | 13 to 16 January 2026 |
PSTCL Vacancy 2025 – Post-wise Details
A total of 609 vacancies have been announced under PSTCL Recruitment 2025. The post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Lineman (ALM) | 129 |
| Assistant Sub-Station Attendant (ASSA) | 195 |
| Electrician Grade-II | 15 |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 61 |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | 3 |
| Accounts Officer | 2 |
| Divisional Accountant | 11 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 110 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 15 |
| Junior Engineer (Communication) | 6 |
| Law Officer Grade-II | 2 |
| Telephone Mechanic | 10 |
| Lower Division Clerk (Typist) | 35 |
| Lower Division Clerk (Accounts) | 15 |
| Total | 609 |
Punjab PSTCL Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria vary post-wise. Candidates must carefully check the educational qualifications and age limit before applying.
Educational Qualification (Post-wise Highlights)
- Assistant Lineman (ALM):
National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade is mandatory. - Assistant Sub-Station Attendant (ASSA):
ITI/Diploma in Electrical or related trades with the prescribed percentage and apprenticeship experience. - Electrician Grade-II:
ITI or Diploma in Electrical trade or equivalent. - Assistant Engineer (Electrical):
BE/B.Tech/B.Sc in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering with at least 55% marks. - Assistant Manager (IT):
BE/B.Tech/MCA in Computer Science or IT with minimum 60% marks. - Accounts Officer:
CA/CMA/CWA or B.Com/M.Com with required percentage. - Junior Engineer (Electrical/Civil/Communication):
Diploma or Degree in the respective engineering discipline. - Law Officer Grade-II:
Law degree with minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience. - LDC (Typist/Accounts):
Bachelor’s degree, Punjabi up to Matric, and computer proficiency certificate.
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Punjab Government norms.
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be carried out in two stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification (DV)
Candidates qualifying the CBT will be called for document verification.
PSTCL Exam Pattern 2025
For ALM, ASSA, Electrician, Telephone Mechanic & Technical Posts
Part I – Punjabi Language Test
- 50 MCQs
- 1 mark each
- Qualifying in nature (50% required)
- No negative marking
Part II – Main Examination
- 100 MCQs
- 0.25 negative marking
- Merit list based only on Part II marks
Total Duration: 3 Hours
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Technical Subject | 50 |
| Punjabi Language | 20 |
| General Knowledge | 10 |
| Reasoning & Aptitude | 10 |
| English | 10 |
| Total | 150 |
PSTCL LDC Exam Pattern 2025
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Punjabi Language | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 20 |
| Basic Computer Knowledge | 20 |
| Reasoning & Aptitude | 20 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 10 |
| English | 10 |
| Total | 150 |
PSTCL Salary 2025 (7th Pay Commission)
The salary structure under PSTCL Recruitment 2025 is based on the 7th Pay Commission, along with allowances such as DA, HRA, TA, and other benefits.
| Post Category | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer | ₹47,600 |
| Accounts Officer / Divisional Accountant | ₹35,400 |
| Junior Engineer / Law Officer | ₹19,900 |
| LDC / ALM / ASSA / Electrician | As per 7th CPC |
FAQs
Q1. Is PSTCL Exam Date 2025-26 announced?
Yes, the CBT will be conducted from 13th to 16th January 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are released under PSTCL Recruitment 2025?
A total of 609 vacancies have been announced.
Q3. What is the selection process for PSTCL Recruitment 2025?
Selection is based on Computer-Based Test followed by Document Verification.
Q4. What is the age limit for Punjab PSTCL Recruitment 2025?
Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age.