PGVCL Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) PwBD Recruitment 2026

PGVCL Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) PwBD Recruitment 2026 – Apply Now

Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Ltd (PGVCL) has issued a special recruitment notification for the post of Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) exclusively for Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates. The drive covers all four GUVNL DISCOMs and invites online applications for 236 vacancies.

Short Information

Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Ltd (PGVCL), on behalf of PGVCL, UGVCL, MGVCL and DGVCL, is offering 236 Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) positions for PwBD candidates. The online registration window opens on 17 July 2026 and closes on 6 August 2026. Applications are accepted only through the official PGVCL website.

Application Fee

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies

*Age limit is applicable after all relaxations; it does not apply to departmental candidates.

State‑Wise Vacancy Breakdown

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Selection Stages

1. 1st Tier Examination – 100 marks, qualifying score 45+.
2. 2nd Tier Examination – 100 marks, cut‑off 45+.
3. Document Verification – verification of self‑attested certificates.
4. Pre‑Employment Medical Examination – fitness check as per company standards.

1st Tier Examination Pattern

2nd Tier Examination Pattern

Key Exam Rules

• Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer.
• Normalisation may be applied if large numbers of candidates appear.
• English paper is final in case of any dispute.
• Widow candidates receive 5% grace marks in the 2nd Tier (if unmarried).

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the Official Website of PGVCL (https://www.pgvcl.com).
2. Click on the “Apply Online” section and select the Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) PwBD recruitment link.
3. Register using a valid email address and mobile number to generate an Application Number.
4. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and disability information accurately.
5. Choose the order of preference for the four DISCOMs (PGVCL, UGVCL, MGVCL, DGVCL). This preference is final and cannot be altered later.
6. If you require a scribe, select the scribe option during the application process.
7. Upload two recent passport‑size photographs (not older than 6 months) and all required documents (see checklist).
8. Pay the non‑refundable application fee of Rs. 250/- (inclusive of GST) using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
9. Review the entered information, submit the application, and download/print the completed form for future reference.

Required Documents Checklist

• Online Application Form with two recent passport‑size photographs
• School Leaving Certificate (SSC)
• Mark‑sheets of the final year of graduation or last two semesters
• Certificate stating percentage equivalent (if grades are mentioned)
• Degree Certificate (B.A., B.Com, B.Sc., B.C.A., or B.B.A.)
• Valid Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) – Gujarat only
• Non‑Creamy Layer Certificate (for SEBC)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Disability Certificate (showing ≥40% disability)
• Undertaking for genuineness of documents (Annexure‑B)
• Relieving Order/Certificate & Affidavit (Annexure‑C) – for dependents of retired GUVNL employees
• Death Certificate of deceased husband (for widows)
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate of Gujarat State
• Online payment receipt
• Photo ID proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving License, or Passport)
• Residential address proof (Electricity bill, Telephone bill, or Ration Card)
• Any other relevant certificates/documents

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Who is eligible to apply for the PGVCL Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) PwBD recruitment?
Only candidates with a benchmark disability of minimum 40% (Low Vision, Hard of Hearing, One Arm, One Leg, Dwarfism, Leprosy Cured, Acid Attack Victim, Specific Learning Disability, Spinal Injury, or Spinal Deformity) and who meet the educational and age criteria can apply.

Q2. How many total vacancies are available and how are they distributed?
A total of 236 vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates across the four DISCOMs: PGVCL (85), UGVCL (31), MGVCL (58) and DGVCL (62). The vacancy distribution is further broken down by disability category as shown in the state‑wise table above.

Q3. What is the last date to submit the online application?
The online registration closes on 6 August 2026 at 06:00 PM. No applications will be accepted after this deadline.

Q4. What is the application fee and how can it be paid?
The fee is Rs. 250/- (inclusive of GST) and must be paid online only via Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking. The fee is non‑refundable.

Q5. What is the salary structure for the Vidyut Sahayak (Junior Assistant) post?
The fixed remuneration is Rs. 22,750/- for the 1st year, Rs. 24,700/- for the 2nd year, and Rs. 26,650/- for the 3rd year. No additional allowances are provided during this period, though TA/DA will be reimbursed as per rules. After three years, candidates may be considered for regular appointment with a pay scale of Rs. 25,000–55,800.