New Delhi: The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has officially invited applications for the position of Director (Operations) at Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power. The vacancy is set to arise on December 1, 2026, and the selected candidate will be appointed for a period of five years, or until superannuation, or until further orders, whichever comes first.
Key Responsibilities of Director (Operations)
The Director (Operations) will serve as a Board member and report directly to the Chairman and Managing Director of POWERGRID. The role entails:
- Formulating and implementing the operational philosophy of the corporation.
- Overseeing the management and performance of transmission assets nationwide.
- Ensuring high reliability, efficiency, and safety standards across the power grid.
- Promoting adoption of advanced technologies and modernization of transmission systems.
- Supporting indigenisation initiatives in line with the Government of India’s Atma Nirbhar Bharat program.
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Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants must be engineering graduates with a strong academic record from a recognized university or institute. MBA qualification will be an added advantage. Candidates should possess significant senior-level technical and operational experience, including at least five years of experience in power transmission systems during the last ten years.
Applications are invited from:
- Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)
- Central Government services (Group ‘A’)
- State Public Sector Enterprises (SPSEs)
- Large private sector companies with a minimum average turnover of ₹10,000 crore over the last three financial years
Preference will be given to candidates from listed companies.
Pay Scale and Other Details
- Pay Scale: ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,40,000 (IDA)
- Age of Superannuation for CPSE Executives: 60 years
- Applicants must satisfy residual service criteria as of the date of vacancy
Application Process
Applications are to be submitted online only through the PESB website (https://pesb.gov.in).
- Last date for candidate submission: February 9, 2026, 3:00 PM
- Last date for forwarding by nodal officers: February 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
Incomplete or late applications will be rejected. The PESB reserves the right to shortlist candidates for interviews, and final selection will require approval by the competent authority.
All correspondence regarding the selection process should be addressed to the Secretary, Public Enterprises Selection Board, New Delhi.
About POWERGRID
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna CPSE, is responsible for establishing and operating regional and national power grids across India. As of March 31, 2025, the company employs 9,034 regular staff, including 5,196 executives. The Government of India holds a 51.34% stake. Headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, with its registered office in New Delhi, POWERGRID plays a critical role in ensuring reliable electricity transmission and modernizing India’s power infrastructure.
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