WAPCOS Limited, a Government of India Undertaking and Mini Ratna-I organisation, has invited applications from experienced professionals for engagement as Experts on project-term basis for Power Transmission, Distribution and Solar Projects in India and abroad. The notification lists 29 vacancies across Indian Projects and Overseas Projects in the Africa Region.
Eligible candidates with relevant engineering, environmental, social, accounting and other professional qualifications and experience can submit their CVs in the prescribed WAPCOS format. The last date for submitting applications is 7 November 2026.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | WAPCOS Limited |
| Organisation Status | Government of India Undertaking, Mini Ratna-I |
| Advertisement No. | 5/226/Power/T&D |
| Notification Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Recruitment Name | Engagement of Experts on Project Term Basis |
| Project Areas | Power Transmission, Distribution and Solar Projects |
| Indian Project Vacancies | 11 listed posts |
| Overseas Project Vacancies | 18 listed posts |
| Total Listed Vacancies | 29 |
| Maximum Age | 67 years |
| Age & Experience Reckoning Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Salary | Commensurate with qualification and experience; to be discussed at the time of engagement |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 November 2026 |
| Job Location | India or abroad, as per project requirements |
| Employment Type | Temporary, project-term basis |
The notification is dated 23 October 2026 and states that WAPCOS intends to engage experts on a project-term basis for Power Transmission, Distribution and Solar Projects in India and abroad.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should read the complete notification before applying because the qualification and experience requirements are different for each position. The notification also contains the prescribed application requirements and project-specific conditions.
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WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Vacancy
The notification contains separate vacancy tables for Indian Projects and Overseas Projects in the Africa Region. There are 11 listed positions for Indian Projects and 18 listed positions for Overseas Projects, making 29 listed vacancies. However, WAPCOS states that the number of posts is variable and will be decided according to the requirements of its projects.
Indian Projects
| S. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transmission Expert | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent | Minimum 10 years in transmission line planning, design, management, quality assurance and supervision at minimum 220kV; minimum 3 years under PMC/consultant services; 10 years in transmission-line survey at minimum 220kV |
| 2 | Civil Expert (Transmission & Substation) | 1 | Bachelor's or higher degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent | Preferably 10 years in transmission line and substation civil foundation works; minimum 3 years under PMC/consultant services |
| 3 | Procurement & Contract Expert | 1 | Post Graduate degree in Engineering or equivalent | Minimum 10 years in procurement and contract management for transmission lines/substations up to 220kV; minimum 3 years under PMC/consultant services for an externally aided project |
| 4 | Sr. Environmental Safeguard Expert | 1 | Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering or similar field | 10 years in EIA/ESIA and EMP/ESMP preparation and implementation; experience in at least two externally aided projects for minimum 5 years; minimum 5 years under PMC/consultant services |
| 5 | Sr. Social Safeguard Expert | 1 | Master's degree in Social Science, Social Work, Social Management or similar field | 10 years in social assessments, management plans, resettlement and livelihood-related work; at least two externally aided projects for minimum 5 years; minimum 5 years under PMC/consultant services |
| 6 | Occupational, Health & Safety Officer | 1 | Degree/P.G. Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Safety or equivalent | Minimum 5 years relevant experience in Occupational Health and Safety management |
| 7 | Environmental Investigation Officer | 3 | M.Sc. in Environmental Science or relevant field | Minimum 2 years in environment-related work for 132kV/220kV transmission line and substation construction projects |
| 8 | Project Accountant | 1 | B.Com. | Minimum 2 years in accounting of power transmission and distribution infrastructure projects |
| 9 | Office Assistant | 1 | Any Graduate Degree | Minimum 2 years assisting office work related to power transmission and distribution infrastructure projects |
| Total | 11 |
The Indian Project positions and their prescribed qualifications and experience are given in the notification on pages 1 to 3.
Overseas Projects – Africa Region
| S. No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Key Experience Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Manager | 1 | Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent | At least 10 years in distribution network refurbishment, strengthening and last-mile connection projects; managed at least 3 similar projects during the last 10 years |
| 2 | Distribution Substation Engineer | 1 | Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent | At least 10 years in design, testing, installation and commissioning of indoor/outdoor substations and switchgear; at least 2 similar projects in the last 7 years |
| 3 | Distribution Line Engineer (Electrical) | 1 | Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent | At least 10 years in MV/LV distribution systems, transformers and last-mile connections; at least 2 similar projects in the last 7 years |
| 4 | Renewable Energy Engineer, BESS Specialist | 1 | Master's degree in Renewable Energy Engineering or equivalent | At least 12 years in solar PV projects, including 7 years in ground-mounted solar PV plants; prescribed 20 MWc/20 MWh BESS project experience |
| 5 | Solar Power Plant Expert | 1 | Master's Degree in Renewable Energy Engineer level or equivalent | At least 12 years in solar PV construction projects, including 7 years in PV plants connected to HTB/HTA networks |
| 6 | Civil Engineer (Solar Power Plant) | 1 | Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent | At least 7 years in civil engineering construction projects, including 5 years in solar PV projects connected to HTB/HTA networks |
| 7 | Transmission Expert | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent | Minimum 10 years in transmission line work at 132kV and above, including minimum 3 years under PMC/consultant services; at least 3 similar projects in the last 10 years |
| 8 | Project Manager | 1 | Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering | 15 years in Electrical Power Systems, 10 years in distribution network construction up to 66kV and 7 years in project management; Portuguese proficiency required |
| 9 | Social and Gender Specialist | 1 | Diploma in Social Sciences | Minimum 5 years in Social Development and Stakeholder Engagement; experience in Africa and Portuguese proficiency required |
| 10 | Distribution Engineer | 1 | Minimum Degree in Electrical Engineering | Minimum 10 years in distribution system projects up to 66kV; experience in at least 2 projects funded by International Funding Institutions; Portuguese proficiency required |
| 11 | General Site Supervisor | 1 | Minimum Degree in Electrical Engineering | Minimum 15 years general experience and 10 years in project supervision/coordination; Portuguese proficiency required |
| 12 | Resident Project Manager | 1 | B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or related field | 15 years in power-system infrastructure construction/design/project implementation/construction supervision and project-management experience in a distribution network project in a developing country |
| 13 | Distribution System Supervision Coordinator (Electrical Engineer) | 1 | B.Sc./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or related field | 8 years in Electrical Distribution Network design, planning and supervision |
| 14 | Distribution System Supervision Coordinator (Civil Engineer) | 1 | B.Sc./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or related field | 8 years in distribution network construction/design/planning/supervision or similar civil construction work |
| 15 | Health, Safety and Environment Expert | 1 | Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sociology, OHS, Development Studies or related discipline | 6 years relevant experience including environmental, social, safety and hazardous audits and report preparation |
| 16 | Social Expert | 1 | Bachelor's degree in Sociology, OHS, Development Studies or related discipline | 6 years relevant experience including social, safety and hazardous audits and report preparation |
| 17 | Distribution Protection and Control Design Engineer | 2 | B.Sc./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or related field | 6 years in distribution network construction design/planning/supervision, including testing/commissioning and protection/control experience |
| Total | 18 |
The overseas positions are specifically identified for projects in the Africa Region. Several positions require experience in Sub-Saharan Africa and/or Portuguese proficiency.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Salary
WAPCOS has not specified a fixed salary for these positions in the notification. The salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experience and will be discussed at the time of engagement.
Therefore, candidates should not consider any fixed salary figure for these posts unless separately specified by WAPCOS.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The maximum age limit for engagement of Consultants is 67 years. Age and experience will be counted as on 1 October 2026.
The notification does not prescribe a separate post-wise age limit.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
The eligibility requirements vary substantially according to the post. The recruitment is primarily intended for experienced professionals in engineering, project management, procurement, environmental and social safeguards, occupational health and safety, accounting and office/project support.
For Indian Projects, the required experience ranges from a minimum of 2 years for Environmental Investigation Officer, Project Accountant and Office Assistant to 10 years or more for several Expert and Senior Expert positions.
For Africa-region projects, several positions require substantial experience in distribution systems, solar power plants, transmission, project management and international or externally funded projects. Certain positions additionally require Portuguese proficiency and prior experience in Sub-Saharan Africa.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The notification does not prescribe a conventional written examination or a separate examination-based selection process. The engagement is for experienced professionals on a project-term basis, and WAPCOS will assess applications based on the prescribed qualification and experience requirements.
The management reserves the right to fix criteria to restrict the number of candidates if otherwise found suitable. Selected candidates may be required to produce their original certificates and CVs for verification at the time of joining.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Job Location
The recruitment is for Power Transmission, Distribution and Solar Projects in India and abroad. The exact place of posting will be finalised at the time of engagement.
The notification further states that selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad according to the exigencies of WAPCOS work.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Employment Type
These positions are purely temporary and are offered on a project-term basis for WAPCOS project requirements. The engagement does not represent regular permanent employment with WAPCOS.
The notification specifically states that the posts are purely temporary and for project requirements.
How to Apply for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026
- Read the complete WAPCOS recruitment notification carefully.
- Use the prescribed WAPCOS application format.
- Prepare your CV and application with complete qualification and experience details.
- Attach self-attested copies of documents supporting date of birth, qualification, experience and category, where applicable.
- Candidates working in Government Departments, PSUs or Autonomous Bodies should arrange the required No Objection/Relieving Certificate for joining, where applicable.
- Check that the application is in the prescribed WAPCOS format before submission.
- Send the completed CV/application to the prescribed WAPCOS email address.
- Submit the application on or before 7 November 2026.
WAPCOS has clearly stated that applications must be submitted in the WAPCOS format and applications in other formats will be rejected. The prescribed proforma must be accompanied by self-attested copies of documents supporting date of birth, qualification, experience and category, where applicable.
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Application Email
Interested candidates are required to send their CVs to [email protected] on or before 7 November 2026.
Candidates should ensure that the application and CV follow the prescribed WAPCOS format before sending the email.
Important Instructions for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026
- The application must be submitted only in the prescribed WAPCOS format.
- Applications submitted in other formats will be rejected.
- Self-attested supporting documents must accompany the application.
- Government, PSU and Autonomous Body employees must produce a No Objection/Relieving Certificate at the time of joining, where applicable.
- The posts are purely temporary and project-based.
- The place of posting will be decided at the time of engagement.
- Candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad depending on project requirements.
- Age and experience will be calculated as on 1 October 2026.
- The number of posts is variable and may change according to project requirements.
- Original certificates and CVs are required at the time of joining for verification.
- The management may restrict the number of candidates based on its selection criteria.
These conditions are specified in the Terms & Conditions section of the notification.
