New Delhi — India’s Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has invited applications for the position of Director (Projects) at Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a state-owned Maharatna enterprise under the Ministry of Power. The high-level board appointment offers a significant leadership role in overseeing the country’s critical power transmission infrastructure.
Position Overview
The Director (Projects) will serve as a member of POWERGRID’s Board of Directors and report directly to the Chairman and Managing Director. The role is central to ensuring the timely execution and commissioning of power transmission projects across India, while maintaining strict standards of quality, efficiency, and cost control.
Compensation and Tenure
The position carries a pay scale of ₹1,80,000 to ₹3,40,000 (IDA), along with associated benefits. The appointment will be for a five-year term from the date of joining or until the age of superannuation, whichever occurs earlier.
About POWERGRID
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited was established under the Companies Act, 1956, with the mandate to develop and operate India’s national and regional electricity transmission systems.
Key highlights include:
- Status: Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise
- Workforce: Over 9,700 employees (as of March 31, 2026)
- Headquarters: New Delhi and Gurugram
- Authorized Capital: ₹10,000 crore
- Paid-up Capital: ₹9,300.60 crore
- Government Ownership: 51.34%
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Overseeing large-scale power transmission projects from planning to execution
- Ensuring timely delivery and operational readiness
- Driving efficiency in project management systems
- Strengthening organizational capabilities in infrastructure development
Eligibility Criteria
Professional Background:
Applicants must be working in a regular capacity in one of the following:
- Central Public Sector Enterprises
- Central Government Group ‘A’ services, Armed Forces, or All India Services
- State PSUs or private sector companies with an annual turnover of ₹10,000 crore or more
Educational Qualification:
- Engineering graduate from a recognized institution
- MBA or PGDM preferred
Experience Requirements:
- Senior-level leadership experience in a large organization
- At least five years of relevant experience in the last decade in project planning, execution, or management
- Experience in the power transmission sector is desirable
Application Process and Deadlines
Interested candidates must apply online through the PESB portal and submit their applications through the appropriate official channel.
- Application Deadline: May 13, 2026 (3:00 PM)
- Forwarding Deadline: May 22, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Applications submitted after the deadline or without proper documentation will not be considered.
Additional Guidelines
According to Public Enterprises Selection Board rules, candidates who decline to join after selection or interview may face a two-year debarment from consideration for future board-level positions in CPSEs.
This recruitment drive reflects the Government of India’s continued focus on strengthening leadership at key public sector enterprises, particularly in strategic sectors like power transmission that are essential to the country’s economic growth and infrastructure development.