PSTCL Recruitment 2025 – Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited (PSTCL) has released the CRA 13/2025 notification for 339 vacancies in Assistant Lineman (ALM), Assistant Sub Station Attendant (ASSA) and Electrician Grade-II posts.
The online application begins from
7 November 2025and the last date to apply is 16 December 2025
Last year, around 1.8–2.2 lakh candidates applied for PSTCL ITI-level vacancies, and this year the number is expected to increase due to revised pay rules and stable technical government opportunities in Punjab.
Candidates must apply only through the official website, and for simplified updates, visit Govtjoblink.com.
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Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited (PSTCL) Recruitment 2025 – Notification NO. CRA 13/2025
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PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : Important Dates & Application Fee
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date – 17 November 2025 | General: ₹1416 + charges |
| Last Date to Apply – 16 December 2025 | SC: ₹885 + charges |
| Correction Window: Not Available | PwD: ₹885 + charges |
| Exam Date: January 2026 (Tentative) | Mode: Online only |
| Admit Card: Before Exam | GST as per rules |
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : Age Limit & Eligibility Details
| Age Limit | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age: 18 Years | ALM – Matric + ITI (Lineman trade mandatory) |
| Maximum Age: 37 Years | ASSA – ITI Electrical/Electrician/Wireman with 60% |
| SC/ST/BC: +5 years | Electrician Grade-II – ITI Electrical OR Diploma (60%) |
| PH: +10 years | Higher qualification allowed only with ITI |
| Ex-Servicemen: Service years deducted + 3 | Punjabi Passed in Matric (mandatory) |
| Female categories: Up to 40 years | All certificates must be valid before last date |
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | General | SC (All Types) | BC | EWS | PH | ES | Sports |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Lineman (ALM) | 129 | 21 | Multiple SC categories | 12 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Assistant Sub Station Attendant (ASSA) | 195 | 49 | Multiple SC categories | 10 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
| Electrician Grade-II | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 339 | All categories combined |
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : How to Apply Online & Required Documents
| How to Apply | Required Documents |
|---|---|
| Registration on PSTCL portal using email & mobile. | Photograph (100–200 KB) |
| Login using User ID & Password. | Signature (80–150 KB) |
| Fill personal, contact & category details. | Matric & Punjabi Certificate |
| Fill educational details (Matric onwards). | ITI / Diploma Certificate |
| Upload photo & signature. | Caste / EWS Certificate |
| Verify all details before submission. | Domicile (Punjab) |
| Pay fee online via Razorpay. | Aadhaar Card (Mandatory) |
| Download final application form. | ESM / Sports / FF certificates |
| Keep printout for record. | NOC for Govt employees |
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : Pay Scale & Selection Process
| Selection Process | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Part-I: Punjabi Qualifying Test | Entry Pay: ₹19,900/- |
| Part-II: Technical + GK + English | Pay Scale as per 7th CPC |
| Negative Marking in Part-II | Probation: 3 Years |
| Merit based on Part-II | No DA/Increment in Probation |
| Document Verification | TA + Medical Reimbursement allowed |
| Final Merit & Appointment | Allowances after regularization |
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Exam Pattern | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Part-I: Punjabi (50 Q, Qualifying) | Technical – Electrical, Wireman, Electronics |
| Part-II: Technical (50 Q) | Punjabi Grammar & Vocabulary |
| Reasoning/Maths (10 Q) | GK – Punjab + India |
| GK (10 Q) | Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude |
| English (10 Q) | English Grammar & Comprehension |
| Duration: 3 Hours | Trade Concepts & Safety |
Important Useful Links for Apply Online, Download Notification
| Important Useful Links | |
|---|---|
| Apply Offline | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Whatsapp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join YouTube Channel | Click Here |
| Join Instagram Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Channel | Click Here |
PSTCL Recruitment 2025 : Exam Preparation Strategy
- Start with ITI/Diploma syllabus and focus on core technical subjects like Wiring, Machines, Transformers, and Safety.
- Study from NCVT/SCVT standard books for Electrical and Wireman trades, as most questions directly come from these topics.
- Solve at least 10–15 previous year question papers of PSTCL, PSPCL, PSPPCL, Punjab ITI Exams.
- Make short notes during preparation for formulas, definitions, and important electrical laws.
- Revise Punjabi grammar rules daily because failing the Punjabi qualifying test disqualifies candidates.
- Practice objective questions on MCBs, Switchgear, Earthing, Transmission lines, and Distribution systems.
- Focus on Punjab GK, especially districts, awards, sports, geography, and current schemes.
- Practice reasoning topics like coding-decoding, missing numbers, and analogy regularly.
- Improve accuracy in English grammar by solving basic exercises like synonyms, antonyms, and sentence correction.
- Attempt mock tests weekly to evaluate speed and accuracy, especially for 150-question papers.
- During the last 15 days, revise only important topics instead of reading new chapters.
- Don’t skip the technical section under any circumstances because it carries the highest weightage.
- Learn time management – attempt technical questions first, then other sections.
Sample Questions & Recommended Books / Study Material
Sample Questions (10 Questions)
- What is the function of a step-down transformer?
- Which device is used for measuring current?
- Ohm’s Law is represented by which formula?
- What is the standard frequency of electric supply in India?
- Which type of motor is used in ceiling fans?
- What is the purpose of earthing?
- What does MCB stand for?
- What is the full form of CT in electrical systems?
- Which gas is used in SF6 Circuit Breaker?
- What is the unit of electric power?
Recommended Books
• ITI Electrician Theory – By K. K. Mohan
• Objective Electrical Technology – H. C. Gupta
• Punjabi Vyakaran – Any Punjab Board Standard Book
• General Knowledge 2025 – Arihant Publication
• Reasoning Verbal & Non-Verbal – R. S. Aggarwal
Previous Year Cut-Off List
Cutoffs vary each year based on the number of applicants, difficulty level, and vacancies. Below is a realistic reference based on previous recruitment exams of Punjab technical posts (not official):
Approx Previous Cutoff Range – PSTCL / PSPCL Technical Posts
• General (UR): 78–85 marks
• BC Category: 70–76 marks
• SC (All Types): 60–69 marks
• EWS: 72–78 marks
• Ex-Servicemen: 50–60 marks
• PH: 48–58 marks
These are indicative values to help candidates judge expected safe marks.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in PSTCL Recruitment 2025?
A total of 339 vacancies have been released.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online for PSTCL Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply is
<span style=”color:red;font-weight:bold;font-size:20px;”>16 December 2025</span>.
Q3. Is Punjabi compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must have passed Punjabi up to Matric level.
Q4. What is the exam date for PSTCL Recruitment 2025?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for January 2026.
Q5. What is the pay scale of PSTCL ALM/ASSA/Electrician?
The entry pay is ₹19,900/- per month.
Q6. What is the selection process of PSTCL Recruitment 2025 ?
Written exam (CBT) + Document Verification.
Q7. Can candidates outside Punjab apply?
Yes, but they will be treated as General Category only and will not get reservation benefits.
Q8. How many marks are required to pass the Punjabi test?
At least 50% marks in Punjabi Part-I (Qualifying).
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