Senior Advisor (Law) Vacancy at Central Electricity Regulatory Commission: Apply by 20 November 2026
Position at a Glance
| Organisation | Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) |
| Post | Senior Advisor (Law), Individual Consultant |
| Notice No. | ADMN-11017/8/2026-CERC, dated 30 October 2026 |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Consolidated Fee | Rs. 2,50,000 per month (excluding GST), with 5% annual increment where applicable |
| Age Limit | Not more than 62 years at the time of appointment; no consultant shall be retained after attaining the age of 65 years |
| Tenure | Initially one year, extendable up to a total period of 6 years, subject to performance and requirement |
| Last Date | 20 November 2026, up to 5:00 p.m. |
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university or institution, with at least 15 years’ post-qualification working experience in the Power Sector, a Judicial body, or a Regulatory or quasi-judicial body dealing with legal matters. Experience in regulatory issues in the power sector and familiarity with the Electricity Act, 2003, CERC Regulations, and regulatory matters is desirable.
How to Apply
Apply online through CERC’s official application portal at http://vacancy.cercind.gov.in/public, and also submit a hard copy of the application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I) to the Dy. Chief (Admin), 8th Floor, Tower-B, World Trade Centre, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi-110029, by 20 November 2026 up to 5:00 p.m. Incomplete applications or applications received after the due date will be rejected.
Role and Importance
The Senior Advisor (Law) advises the Commission on legal and regulatory matters in the power sector.
Deadline Alert
Applications close on 20 November 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Candidates are advised to complete both the online application and the hard-copy submission before the deadline.
