MPERC Chairperson Recruitment 2026

The Energy Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, is looking to appoint a Chairperson for the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC). If you have the required knowledge and standing in engineering, finance, commerce, economics, law or management, you can apply. The last date to apply, after an extension, is now 8 September 2026. Applications must be sent by post to the Energy Department in Bhopal.

MPERC Chairperson Recruitment 2026

The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) is the statutory body that regulates electricity generation, transmission, distribution and tariffs in Madhya Pradesh. The Energy Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, has issued a public notice inviting applications for the post of Chairperson and has now extended the last date for submitting applications. This notice was originally hosted on the Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited (MPPGCL) website's Careers section, since MPPGCL also falls under the Energy Department.

MPERC was set up under the Electricity Act, 2003 to regulate the power sector in Madhya Pradesh — it fixes electricity tariffs, issues licences to power distribution and transmission companies, and settles disputes between power utilities and consumers. The Chairperson heads the Commission and plays a key role in shaping power sector policy and tariff decisions for the state. This is a high-responsibility public appointment suited to senior professionals with a strong background in regulatory, technical or administrative work.

Who Can Apply?

• As per Section 84(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, the Chairperson must be a person of ability, integrity and standing who has adequate knowledge of, and has shown capacity in, dealing with problems relating to engineering, finance, commerce, economics, law or management.
• Refer to the official vacancy circular for the complete eligibility criteria, age limit and other conditions.

How to Apply

1. Download the official vacancy circular and application format from the MPPGCL or MPERC website.
2. Fill in the application in the prescribed format along with supporting documents.
3. Send your application by post to: The Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Madhya Pradesh, Energy Department, 2nd Floor, Mantralaya, Vallabh Bhawan-II, Bhopal - 462004 (M.P.).
4. Make sure your application reaches the office before the extended deadline.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply (Extended): 8 September 2026

Note: This is a senior public appointment, not a typical recruitment drive. Only the extension notice was available at the time of publishing — please check the official MPPGCL/MPERC websites for the full original vacancy circular, salary and tenure details.

• Preside over Commission meetings and lead tariff and regulatory proceedings
• Oversee electricity tariff determination for generation, transmission and distribution in Madhya Pradesh
• Ensure compliance with the Electricity Act, 2003 and related regulations
• Guide policy decisions on power sector reforms in the state
• Represent MPERC in matters before the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity and other forums
• Sign off on Commission orders, regulations and annual reports