SJVN Various Post 2026 21 Posts Apply Online is a lateral recruitment drive for experienced professionals in the Electrical, Mechanical, C&I and Chemical streams for the 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. Registration ran from 05.08.2026 to 26.08.2026 at 23:59 and is closed. One change arrived while it was open and is worth knowing if you applied: an addendum to Advertisement 127/2026 rewrote clause 11.24, so a candidate already serving in a central or state government body or a public sector undertaking who cannot produce a No Objection Certificate at the interview may still appear, on submitting a declaration that they will obtain release from their present employer within the joining period. Every other condition of the advertisement stands. SJVN had published no shortlist and no interview schedule for this advertisement as on 11.09.2026.
SJVN Recruitment 2026 vacancy and project location
SJVN Limited has invited applications for its fully owned subsidiary STPL, which is executing the 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar. The advertisement describes these as experienced executive positions in thermal power plant erection, commissioning and operations and maintenance.
| Recruitment detail | Official information |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | SJVN Advertisement No. 127/2026 |
| Total tentative vacancies | 21 posts |
| Project and location | 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project, Bihar |
| Recruiting company | SJVN Limited for its fully owned subsidiary STPL |
| Posting condition | Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India and abroad, as stated in the advertisement |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Advertisement 127/2026 PDF | Download official PDF |
| Addendum to the advertisement | Addendum PDF on the SJVN server. Opens; this is the one that relaxes the NOC requirement at interview |
| SJVN current jobs listing | Current openings page. Advertisement 127/2026 still appears here with its 30.07.2026 to 26.08.2026 dates; an interview call would be posted on its detail page |
| Recruitment detail page | Open official Advertisement 127/2026 page |
| Official SJVN website | Open sjvn.nic.in |
| Ministry of Power | Open Ministry of Power website |
| More Sarkari Naukri updates | Browse government jobs |
Fact checked on 11.09.2026 against SJVN Advertisement No. 127/2026, its addendum and the official recruitment detail page.
SJVN Various Post 2026 stream-wise vacancy
The 21 tentative posts are distributed across four engineering and technical streams. The designation-wise rows below are taken from Part II, section 1.0 of the official PDF.
| Stream | Chief General Manager / E8(a) | Deputy Manager / E4 | Engineer / E2 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 |
| Electrical | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| C&I | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Chemical | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 1 | 8 | 12 | 21 |
SJVN post-wise educational qualification
Applicants must hold the prescribed full-time regular qualification from a recognised Indian university or institution. The Chemical stream also accepts M.Sc. Chemistry for the listed posts.
| Stream | Eligible qualification stated in the PDF | Applicable designations |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | Full-time regular bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering | Engineer, Deputy Manager and Chief General Manager / E8(a) |
| Electrical | Full-time regular bachelor degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Engineer and Deputy Manager |
| C&I | Full-time regular bachelor degree in Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, Instrumentation & Control, Electronics or Instrumentation Engineering | Engineer and Deputy Manager |
| Chemical | Full-time regular bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. Chemistry | Engineer and Deputy Manager |
SJVN eligibility, experience and age limit
This is an experienced-hire recruitment. Experience must be post-qualification executive experience in erection, commissioning and/or O&M of a coal-based thermal power plant. The required Super Critical Thermal Power Plant experience must be in a plant of at least 660 MW capacity.
| Level | Upper age on 26.08.2026 | Minimum relevant experience | Super Critical experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief General Manager / E8(a) | 55 years | 27 years post-qualification executive experience | At least 8 years relevant O&M experience in a Super Critical plant of at least 660 MW |
| Deputy Manager / E4 | 36 years | 7 years post-qualification executive experience | At least 3 years relevant O&M experience in a Super Critical plant of at least 660 MW |
| Engineer / E2 | 32 years | 3 years post-qualification executive experience | At least 1 year relevant O&M experience in a Super Critical plant of at least 660 MW |
| Minimum qualification marks | 55% for categories other than SC/ST/PwBD; 50% for SC/ST/PwBD. Rounding of marks is not accepted. | ||
SJVN category reservation and age relaxation
The reservation table in the PDF shows one SC, four ST and sixteen UR posts, with four OBC(NCL) shortfall posts identified in the designation-wise reservation details. The advertisement also identifies two PwBD posts, including one multiple-disability and one HH slot.
| Category or condition | Relaxation / reservation information |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years age relaxation; no application fee |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years age relaxation; latest prescribed Government of India certificate required |
| PwBD | 10 years for UR/EWS, 13 years for OBC(NCL), and 15 years for SC/ST; no application fee |
| J&K domicile | 5 years for candidates ordinarily domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 |
| ESM / EWS | Government of India rules apply; no application fee is payable for ESM and EWS candidates |
| Maximum after relaxation | Upper age inclusive of all relaxations cannot exceed 55 years |
SJVN application dates and fee
| Event | Official date / amount |
|---|---|
| Online registration activation | 05.08.2026 from 10:00 AM |
| Last date to submit online application | 26.08.2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Last date for printout, payment receipt and certificates to reach SJVN | 15.09.2026 |
| Application fee | Rs. 500 plus GST at 18% for candidates who are not exempted |
| Fee-exempt categories | SC/ST, PwBD, ESM and EWS candidates |
SJVN documents required and hard-copy address
| Document / requirement | Official instruction |
|---|---|
| Photograph and signature | Recent passport-size colour photograph and blue/black-ink signature, each up to 50 KB in JPG format |
| Qualification and experience proof | Self-certified certificates, appointment/joining/promotion/service documents and experience proof showing the required thermal and Super Critical plant experience |
| Private-sector candidates | Last pay certificate, six months’ salary/PF slips, Form 16 and ITR for the last two financial years, CTC breakup and audited turnover details for three preceding financial years |
| Category documents | SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD/ESM certificates in the prescribed format, if claiming the relevant benefit |
| Hard-copy destination | O/o DGM (HR/Recruitment), SJVN Limited, Shakti Sadan, Corporate Head Quarters, Shanan Shimla, HP-171006 |
Applying for SJVN Various Post 2026
- Open the official SJVN Careers page from the Important Links section above. The application link went live on 05.08.2026 at 10:00 AM.
- Select Advertisement No. 127/2026 and choose the applicable stream and designation.
- Register with an active email ID and mobile number, then enter qualification and post-qualification experience separately for each organisation.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed JPG format and pay Rs. 500 plus 18% GST if the fee exemption does not apply.
- Submit the form, download the application preview and payment receipt, and attach self-certified documents.
- Send the printout and supporting documents so they reach the SJVN Shimla office by 15.09.2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in SJVN Various Post 2026?
The official Advertisement No. 127/2026 lists 21 tentative posts: Mechanical 10, Electrical 6, C&I 3 and Chemical 2.
When will the SJVN online form activate?
Online registration opened on 05.08.2026 at 10:00 AM on the official SJVN Careers page.
What is the last date to apply online?
The online application closed on 26.08.2026 at 11:59 PM.
Where is the SJVN job location?
The recruitment is for the 1320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project in Bihar through SJVN subsidiary STPL; selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India and abroad.
What is the SJVN Engineer age limit?
The upper age is 32 years for Engineer/E2, 36 years for Deputy Manager/E4 and 55 years for Chief General Manager/E8(a), calculated on 26.08.2026.
How much experience is required?
The minimum is 3 years for E2, 7 years for E4 and 27 years for E8(a), with specified Super Critical Thermal Power Plant experience.
What is the SJVN application fee?
The fee is Rs. 500 plus 18% GST. SC/ST, PwBD, ESM and EWS candidates are exempted.
Is there a written exam?
SJVN may conduct a qualifying screening test only if required to restrict the interview pool. Final merit is based on interview performance.
What is the hard-copy submission deadline?
The printout, payment receipt and certificates must reach the SJVN Shimla office by 15.09.2026.
Which qualification is accepted for Chemical posts?
A full-time regular bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. Chemistry from a recognised Indian university or institution.