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CPRI Technician Gr.1 (ITI) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 46 Posts

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI)

Adv. No.: CPRI/06/2026 Total Posts: 46 Location: Anywhere in India (Bangalore, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Nashik, Noida, Kolkata, Guwahati, Raipur)
Salary Level - 2, Rs. 19,900 – 63,200
Qualification ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical / Mechanical
Job Type Full-Time
Experience Freshers eligible

About the Post

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) invites online applications for Technician Gr.1 (Electrical & Mechanical) posts. Candidates with an ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical or Mechanical trades are eligible to apply.

Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date September 19, 2026
  • Apply Start Date September 19, 2026
  • Last Apply Date October 12, 2026

Application Fee

  • Rs. 700/ for General/OBC/EWS
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Ex servicemen/Women candidates are exempted from payment of fees.
  • Payment Mode Online

Vacancy Details

Trade / Post Code UR OBC SC ST EWS Total
Technician Gr.1 (Electrical) 4 2 0 0 1 7
Technician Gr.1 (Mechanical) 1 1 0 0 0 2
Technical Attendant Gr.1 19 6 0 8 4 37
Total Vacancies 46

Eligibility Criteria

  • Education: ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical / Mechanical
  • Age Limit: Up to 28 Years (as on 12.10.2026)
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, PwBD: 10 years (As per GoI norms)
  • Experience: Freshers eligible
  • Other Requirements: Only Indian Nationals who have attained the age of 18 years and above are eligible to apply.

Selection Process

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
  2. Trade Test (Qualifying)
  3. Document Verification (DV)

ITI Trade Eligibility

Candidates holding 10th / Matriculation + ITI (National Trade Certificate NTC / State Trade Certificate STC) in the following recognized trades are eligible to apply:

Electrical NCVT / SCVT
Mechanical NCVT / SCVT

Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Exam Pattern / Scheme of Examination

The selection will be based on performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT). Candidates must also qualify in the Trade Test.StageSubject / SectionQuestionsMax MarksDurationNegative Marking
Computer Based Test (CBT)Technical Trade & General Aptitude (Details to be notified on CPRI website)----

Subject Wise Syllabus & Marks

Trade / Subject Key Syllabus Topics Covered Questions Marks
Electrical Trade ITI Electrical Trade Theory, Workshop Calculation & Science - -
Mechanical Trade ITI Mechanical Trade Theory, Workshop Calculation & Science - -

Important Links

Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.

Detailed Information / Instructions

CPRI Technician Gr.1 (ITI) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 46 Posts – Overview

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has officially released the detailed recruitment notification (Advt No. CPRI/06/2026) for 46 vacancies for ITI pass and eligible candidates. Check full trade eligibility, pay matrix, important application dates, CBT exam pattern, syllabus, and step-by-step apply online link below.

Key Recruitment Highlights

  • Recruiting Body: Central Power Research Institute (CPRI)
  • Advertisement No: CPRI/06/2026
  • Total Vacancies: 46 Posts
  • Pay Scale: Level - 2, Rs. 19,900 – 63,200
  • Age Limit: Up to 28 Years (as on 12.10.2026)
  • Application Mode: Online Only
  • Job Location: All India / Respective Centres

Important Dates

  • Online Application Start Date: 2026-09-19
  • Last Date for Online Application: 2026-10-12
  • Tentative Exam Date:

Vacancy & Trade Breakdown

Trade / Post Code UR OBC SC ST EWS Total
Technician Gr.1 (Electrical) 4 2 0 0 1 7

Technician Gr.1 (Mechanical)

Technical Attendant Gr.1

1

19

1

6

0

0

0

8

0

4

2

37

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical / Mechanical

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age Limit: Up to 28 Years (as on 12.10.2026)

Category Relaxations: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, PwBD: 10 years (As per GoI norms)

Application Fee & Payment Mode

Rs. 700/- for General/OBC/EWS | SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/Women candidates are exempted from payment of fees.

Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process & Examination Scheme

Computer Based Test (CBT) → Trade Test (Qualifying) → Document Verification (DV)

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  1. Visit the official application portal at https://cpri.res.in/ or https://cpri.res.in/.
  2. Click on the recruitment advertisement link (CPRI/06/2026).
  3. Register with your active Mobile Number and Email ID.
  4. Fill in personal, educational, and ITI trade details carefully.
  5. Upload required scanned documents (Photo, Signature, ITI mark sheet, Caste Certificate).
  6. Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway.
  7. Submit the form and download the confirmation acknowledgment receipt.

Disclaimer: This page is for candidate informational guidance. Always verify official notifications on the recruiting organization website before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for CPRI Technician Gr.1 (ITI) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 46 Posts?

The last date to apply is October 12, 2026. Always verify on the official notification.

What is the required educational qualification?

ITI Trade Certificate in Electrical / Mechanical

What is the selection process?

Computer Based Test (CBT) → Trade Test (Qualifying) → Document Verification (DV)

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