CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 09 Posts

Last Updated: October 17, 2025 10:57 am
CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025 notification has been released by Central Electricity Regulatory Commission for 09 Staff Consultant posts including Research Officer positions. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website cercind.gov.in for Engineering Division, Economics Division and Accounts Division posts. The recruitment offers monthly professional fees ranging from Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 1,25,000 based on qualification and experience. Eligible candidates with engineering, economics or chartered accountant background can submit their applications both online and offline before the last date of 14 November 2025.
CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025

CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025
Important Dates

Date TypeDetails
Notification Release Date15 October 2025
Application Start Date15 October 2025
Last Date For Online Registration14 November 2025
Last Date For Offline Application14 November 2025 (by 5:00 PM)
Document Verification DateTo be announced
Selection Process DateTo be announced

Application Fee

CategoryFee Amount
All CategoriesNo Application Fee
Payment ModeNot Applicable
Additional ChargesGST applicable on professional fees if required

Age Limit Details

Age CriteriaDetails
Minimum AgeAs per CERC Regulations 2010
Maximum AgeAs per post requirements and experience
Age Calculation Date01 January 2025

CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025
Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal PostsAdvertisement No.
Senior Research Officer (Engineering)01ADMN-11017/9/2024-CERC
Research Officer (Engineering/Research Wing)02ADMN-11017/9/2024-CERC
Research Associate (Engineering)03ADMN-11017/9/2024-CERC
Senior Research Officer (Economics)01ADMN-11017/9/2024-CERC
Research Officer (Economics)01ADMN-11017/9/2024-CERC
Research Associate (Accounts)01ADMN-11017/9/2024-CERC

CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025
Eligibility Details

Post NameEducational QualificationExperience Required
Senior Research Officer (Engineering)Graduate in Engineering or equivalent, Master’s preferredMore than 8 years in power sector
Research Officer (Engineering)Graduate/Diploma in EngineeringMore than 4 years (7 years for Diploma)
Research Associate (Engineering)Graduate/Diploma in Engineering0-3 years (6+ years for Diploma)
Senior Research Officer (Economics)Post Graduate in Economics or BE with MBAMore than 8 years in power sector
Research Officer (Economics)Post Graduate in Economics or BE with MBAMore than 4 years in power sector
Research Associate (Accounts)Chartered Accountant0-3 years in accounting matters

State-Wise Vacancy Details

LocationTotal PostsWork Location
New Delhi09CERC Head Office, World Trade Centre
Pan IndiaTravel RequiredOfficial tours as required
Inter-StateField WorkPower sector related assignments

Important Documents Required

Document TypeDetails
Educational CertificatesSelf-attested copies from 10th standard onwards
Experience CertificatesChronological order with salary slips
Age ProofBirth certificate or 10th class certificate
Caste CertificateIf applicable for reserved categories
Recent PhotographsPassport size color photographs
Sample ReportWork sample prepared by candidate
Application FormPrescribed format in Annexure-I

CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025
Syllabus Overview

Subject AreaTopics Covered
Power Sector KnowledgeElectricity Act 2003, Regulatory framework, Tariff policies
Technical KnowledgePower system studies, Generation, Transmission, Distribution
Economic AnalysisMarket monitoring, Statistical analysis, Financial statements
General AwarenessCurrent affairs in power sector, Government policies
Report WritingTechnical report preparation and presentation skills

Exam Pattern

Selection StagePattern
Written ExaminationReport writing and presentation on given topic
Interview/InteractionTechnical and general knowledge assessment
Document VerificationOriginal certificate verification
Final SelectionCombined merit of all stages
Qualifying MarksAs decided by selection committee

Selection Process

StageDetails
Application ScreeningEligibility criteria verification
Written TestIf required by evaluation committee
InterviewTechnical knowledge and experience assessment
Document VerificationOriginal certificates and experience verification
Medical FitnessIf required for specific posts
Final Merit ListBased on combined performance

CERC Research Officer Recruitment 2025
Salary Details

Post LevelMinimum SalaryMaximum Salary
Senior Research OfficerRs. 94,000 per monthRs. 1,25,000 per month
Research OfficerRs. 64,000 per monthRs. 1,10,000 per month
Research AssociateRs. 45,000 per monthRs. 80,000 per month

How to Apply

StepApplication Process
Step 1Visit official website cercind.gov.in
Step 2Go to vacancy section and find the notification
Step 3Download application form from Annexure-I
Step 4Fill application form with accurate details
Step 5Attach required documents and photographs
Step 6Submit online application through website
Step 7Send hard copy to Deputy Chief (Admin) office by 14 November 2025
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