pstcl recruitment 2025

Q1: What are the key dates for the PSTCL CRA 13/2025 recruitment? The online registration window is as follows:

• Opening Date for Online Applications: 17.11.2025 (From 14:00 Hrs)

• Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Submission: 16.12.2025 (Up to 23:55 Hrs) 

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under PSTCL Recruitment 2025? 

The PSTCL CRA 13/2025 notification covers three posts with the following vacancy distribution: | Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies | | :— | :—: | :—: | | Assistant Sub-Station Attendant (ASSA) | 63 | 195 | | Assistant Lineman (ALM) | 23 | 129 | | Electrician Grade-II | 62 | 15 | Total vacancies are subject to change by PSTCL.

Q3: Is the application process entirely online?

Yes. Candidates must complete the registration, application form filling, and fee submission exclusively through the official PSTCL website. No hard copy of the application or documents should be sent to PSTCL.

Eligibility and Qualification

Q4: What is the mandatory educational qualification for Assistant Lineman (ALM)? 

The minimum required qualification for ALM is the National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the Lineman trade. Candidates with higher qualifications (like Diploma/Degree) are considered only if they also possess the minimum qualification (NAC in Lineman trade).

Q5: What are the minimum qualifications for PSTCL recruitment 2025?

• ASSA: Full-time regular ITI in Electrician/Wireman trade or a Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Electronics and Communication/Instrumentation and Process Control.

• Electrician Grade-II: Full-time regular ITI in Electrical/Wireman trade

Q6: Is knowledge of the Punjabi language compulsory? 

Yes. Knowledge of Punjabi is essential for all posts. Candidates must have passed Punjabi at the Matriculation (10th) level or its equivalent examination before the last date of online application submission.

Q7: What is the age limit for these PSTCL Recruitment 2025?

Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age as of 01.01.2025.

Q8: Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes, age relaxation is admissible to candidates of Punjab Domicile only, as per Punjab Government rules:

• SC/ST and Backward Class: 5 years over the maximum age limit.

   

• Physically Handicapped: 10 years over the maximum age limit.

• The upper age limit may be relaxed up to 40 years for certain categories of women (Widows, Divorced, etc.).

   

Selection Process & Exam

Q9: What is the selection procedure for the PSTCL Recruitment 2025? 

The selection process involves two main stages:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): An online objective-type examination.

2. Document Verification (DV): Verification of original documents for shortlisted candidates. There is no interview for these Group-C posts.

Q10: What is the structure of the Computer-Based Test (CBT)? 

The CBT is typically divided into two parts:

• Part I: Punjabi Language Test: 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Candidates must score at least 50% marks (25 marks) to qualify for Part I. There is no negative marking in this section

• Part II: Technical & General Subjects: This section includes questions on the concerned technical trade/course, General Knowledge, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and General English. The Final Merit List is prepared based solely on the marks obtained in Part II of the CBT, provided the candidate qualifies in Part I.

Q11: What is the salary during the probation period? 

The posts fall under the Pay Scale of ₹19,900/- (as per 7th CPC). During the mandatory 3-year probation period, candidates receive the “minimum admissible pay” as per the Punjab Government’s instructions, and they are generally not entitled to allowances (like DA or increment), except for Medical Re-imbursement and Traveling Allowance (TA)