Director (Projects) – POWERGRID
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹180,000 - ₹340,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates must possess an Engineering Graduate degree from a recognized university or institute. An MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management is considered an added advantage.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of experience during the last 10 years in Project Planning, Project Design, Project Execution, or Project Management at a senior level in a large organization of repute. Experience in the Power Transmission Sector is desirable.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 45 to 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) is inviting applications for the crucial role of Director (Projects) at Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), with one vacancy available. This prestigious position offers an attractive monthly pay scale of ₹1,80,000 to ₹3,40,000 (IDA). Candidates must be Engineering Graduates with significant project management experience, making this an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals seeking leadership in the power transmission sector.
- The appointment for Director (Projects) will be for a period of five years from the date of joining or until superannuation, whichever is earlier.
- Applicants must be employed in a regular capacity within a CPSE, Central Government Group 'A' service, SPSE with over ₹10,000 crore turnover, or a Private Sector Company/JV/Federation with over ₹10,000 crore turnover.
- The last date for submission of online applications is 13.05.2026 by 03:00 PM.
- Candidates from Central Government, Armed Forces, Public Sector Banks, Financial Institutions, and Autonomous Bodies will be considered for immediate absorption.
- Applicants from Private Companies, JVs, and Federations must apply online and forward a printed application with supporting documents.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay scale for Director (Projects) is Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA).
Important Dates
Selection Process
The Board reserves the right to shortlist applicants for interview based on extant guidelines.
Application Fees
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Reservation
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How to Apply
- Applicants should submit their applications online only as per the format on the PESB website (https://pesb.gov.in/).
- Group 'A' Central Government Officers, including Armed Forces and All India Services, must apply through their Cadre Controlling Authority.
- Officers from Public Sector Banks/Financial Institutions/Autonomous Bodies must apply through their Administrative Ministry/Department of the Govt. of India.
- CMDs/MDs/Functional Directors in CPSEs must apply through the concerned Administrative Ministry.
- Below Board level candidates in CPSEs must apply through the concerned CPSE.
- CMDs/MDs/Functional Directors in State PSEs must apply through the concerned Administrative Secretary and Cadre Controlling Authority.
- Below Board level candidates in SPSEs must apply through the concerned SPSE.
- Applicants from Private companies should apply directly to PESB, while applicants from JVs/Federations must apply online and forward a printed application with documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Director (Projects) position offers a monthly salary ranging from ₹1,80,000 to ₹3,40,000 (IDA scale).
Candidates must hold an Engineering Graduate degree from a recognized university/institute. An MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management is an added advantage.
The maximum age for internal candidates is 45 years with 2 years residual service, and for others, 45 years with 3 years residual service as on the date of vacancy.
