Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission Vacancy 2026: Posts, Pay, Eligibility and How to Apply
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has released a notice for 16 vacancies across seven posts, from Advisor (Finance) and Junior Law Officer to Personal Assistant, Steno-cum-Computer Operator, Clerk-cum-Computer Operator and Lower Division Clerk. If you are already serving in a government office and are looking for government jobs in Delhi, this is worth a close look. Pay runs from Level-2 right up to Level-13, and contract pay goes up to ₹2,45,410 per month.
These posts are filled mainly on deputation, with contract as the back-up route, so read the mode for your post first. The last date to apply online is 10 November 2026. Below we explain every post, the service condition, the age limit, the salary and the online steps in simple words. Read the whole article before you start the form, so nothing catches you out later. We at GovtJobsAlert.in have checked every figure against the official notice.
DERC Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights
DERC is the electricity regulator for the National Capital Territory of Delhi. It works out power tariffs and settles electricity matters, so it needs finance, law and office support staff. This notice is titled “Finance, Law and Other Opportunities” and covers both senior and support posts.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Number of Posts | 7 |
| Mode of Appointment | Deputation (preferred) / Contract |
| Pay Range | Level-2 (₹19,900) to Level-13 (₹2,15,900) |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 November 2026 |
How Many Posts are in the DERC Vacancy 2026?
| Post | Group / Mode | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Advisor (Finance) | Group-A / Contract | 1 |
| Junior Law Officer | Group-B / Contract | 2 |
| Private Secretary | Group-B / Deputation or Contract | 1 |
| Personal Assistant | Group-C / Deputation or Contract | 4 |
| Steno-cum-Computer Operator | Group-C / Deputation or Contract | 4 |
| Clerk-cum-Computer Operator | Group-C / Deputation or Contract | 3 |
| Lower Division Clerk | Group-C / Deputation or Contract | 1 |
| Total | – | 16 |
The notice does not give any category-wise reservation split for these posts. Also note that the number of vacancies may vary, and the Commission keeps the right not to fill any of these vacancies. If a vacancy is dropped, no action will be taken on applications for it and that advertisement will be treated as withdrawn.
Notice that Advisor (Finance) and Junior Law Officer are listed as contract posts. Still, for all seven posts, DERC first looks for a suitable deputationist from a government department, PSU or autonomous body, and turns to contract hiring only if no suitable deputation candidate is found.
What is the Eligibility for DERC Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Advisor (Finance) | MBA in Finance, or Chartered Accountant, or Certified Cost Accountant, preferably with an Engineering Degree from a premier, reputed and recognised institution / university |
| Junior Law Officer | LLB from a recognised university |
| Private Secretary | Graduate degree; well versed in computerised word processing; proficient in shorthand and typing |
| Personal Assistant | Graduate with English Typing 40 wpm, English Shorthand 80 wpm and Computing 8000 kdph; Diploma / Certificate in Office Management & Secretariat Procedure or equivalent |
| Steno-cum-Computer Operator | Graduate with English Typing 40 wpm, English Shorthand 80 wpm and Computing 8000 kdph; Diploma / Certificate in computing or equivalent |
| Clerk-cum-Computer Operator | Graduate with Typing 30 wpm and Computing 6000 kdph; Diploma / Certificate in computing or equivalent |
| Lower Division Clerk | 12th pass from a recognised Board / Institution; Typing 35 wpm |
Four posts need a graduate degree, Junior Law Officer is for LLB holders and Advisor (Finance) needs MBA/CA/CMA. Speed tests matter here, so practise typing and shorthand if you plan to apply for a secretarial post.
Service Condition (Essential for Four Posts)
For four posts, the essential eligibility also needs existing regular government service. This is the line most freshers miss, so check it carefully.
| Post | Service Required (any one) |
|---|---|
| Advisor (Finance) | Analogous post on regular basis, OR 2 years regular service in Level-12 (GP ₹7,600), OR 5 years regular service in Level-11 (GP ₹6,600) |
| Junior Law Officer | Analogous post on regular basis, OR 2 years regular service in Level-7 (GP ₹4,600), OR 4 years regular service in Level-6 (GP ₹4,200) |
| Private Secretary | Analogous post on regular basis in Central / State Govt., OR 2 years regular service in Level-7 (GP ₹4,600), OR 6 years regular service in Level-6 (7th CPC) with Grade Pay ₹4,200 or equivalent |
| Lower Division Clerk | Analogous post on regular basis in Central / State Govt. or a PSU / Corporation / Autonomous Body, OR 2 years regular service as Daftry or equivalent |
For Personal Assistant, Steno-cum-Computer Operator and Clerk-cum-Computer Operator, government service is listed only as desirable, not essential.
Desirable Experience
| Post | Desirable |
|---|---|
| Advisor (Finance) | Power sector experience, preferably in electricity tariff formulation, financial cost analysis and financial management; familiarity with Indian Electricity Laws; analytical modelling |
| Junior Law Officer | Middle-level legal work such as drafting orders, pleadings and petitions, preferably in electricity law cases |
| Private Secretary | 5 years as PA to a Head of Department; Diploma in office management & secretarial procedure |
| Personal Assistant / Steno-cum-Computer Operator | 3 years service in Central / State Govt. or their PSUs with exposure to computer operations |
| Clerk-cum-Computer Operator | 2 years service in Central / State Govt. or a PSU / Corporation under them |
| Lower Division Clerk | Clerical experience in a Central / State Govt. office, PSU or Autonomous Body |
Age Limit
| Mode of Appointment | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Deputation | 56 years |
| Contract | 54 years |
| Crucial date | 10 November 2026 (last date of application) |
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The age limit is subject to the general guidelines of the Central Government / Government of NCT of Delhi. No minimum age is stated in the notice.
What is the Salary for DERC Recruitment 2026?
Pay depends on how you are appointed. On deputation, DERC Regulations and DoPT rules govern pay. On contract, you get a fixed consolidated monthly pay, and the EPF amount is deducted from it, with DERC adding a matching EPF contribution.
| Post | Pay Matrix Level | Contract Pay per Month (EPF) |
|---|---|---|
| Advisor (Finance) | Level-13 (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900) | ₹2,45,410 (EPF ₹23,635) |
| Junior Law Officer | Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) | ₹96,200 (EPF ₹9,139) |
| Private Secretary | Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) | ₹96,200 (EPF ₹9,139) |
| Personal Assistant | Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) | ₹91,070 (EPF ₹8,621) |
| Steno-cum-Computer Operator | Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) | ₹91,070 (EPF ₹8,621) |
| Clerk-cum-Computer Operator | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) | ₹54,210 (EPF ₹4,896) |
| Lower Division Clerk | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | ₹39,970 (EPF ₹3,821) |
On contract, the fixed consolidated pay runs from ₹39,970 per month (Lower Division Clerk) to ₹2,45,410 per month (Advisor (Finance)), and it stays fixed for the contract period.
Selected deputationists only also get lease accommodation, as per the rental ceiling below (subject to revision).
| Post | Rental Ceiling per Month |
|---|---|
| Private Secretary | ₹54,643 |
| Personal Assistant / Steno-cum-Computer Operator | ₹51,508 |
| Clerk-cum-Computer Operator | ₹29,315 |
| Lower Division Clerk | ₹22,853 |
Both deputation and contract staff get medical, telephone, internet, newspaper and children education allowance facilities as per entitlement, if not availed from another source. There are also chances to attend training programmes, conferences and study tours.
What is the Tenure of DERC Deputation and Contract Posts?
| Mode | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Deputation | Up to 3 years at first, extendable up to a maximum of 6 years, based on performance appraisal and parent department’s concurrence |
| Contract | Up to 3 years at first, extendable for up to a further 3 years, based on performance appraisal |
Deputation terms follow the DERC (Management & Development of Human Resources) Regulations, 2001 and DoPT OM dated 17.06.2010. Contract terms follow the Temporary Govt. Servant Rules and the same DERC Regulations.
What is the Selection Process for DERC Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Short-listing | Applications are screened; more stringent criteria may be applied for short-listing |
| Skill Test / Interview | Shortlisted candidates are called for a skill test and / or interview |
Simply meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee a call for the skill test or interview. The Commission also has full discretion to fill a post by deputation or contract, and its decision is final. If you are aiming for a secretarial post, keep your typing and shorthand speed ready, and our preparation strategy tips can help.
Which Mistakes Can Get Your DERC Application Rejected?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Eligibility date | You must meet the minimum eligibility on the date of application |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form is a disqualification |
| Incomplete form | An incomplete application, or one in a different format, is liable to be summarily rejected |
| Substantive post | Only applicants holding the post and its pay scale on a substantive basis are eligible |
| IDA / VDA pay scales | PSU staff on IDA / VDA pattern are judged by equating their pay scale with the CDA scale |
| NOC | Govt. / PSU / autonomous body staff must give a No Objection Certificate with vigilance clearance at interview, if not uploaded earlier |
| Undertaking | Annexure-I (serving employees, deputation) or Annexure-II (contract) must be given |
| Correspondence | No correspondence with applicants will be entertained |
The Annexure-I undertaking asks you to certify that no vigilance or disciplinary case is pending, no penalty was imposed in the last 10 years and no criminal prosecution is pending. The Annexure-II undertaking asks you to certify no pending prosecution, no punitive action for misconduct, and that you were never convicted, charge-sheeted or penalised; enclose your last relieving order too.
How to Apply Online for DERC Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the DERC openings page (link in Essential Links below).
- Open the online application form and follow the instructions on the page.
- Fill every field; no column should be left blank.
- Upload documents proving your essential qualifications, plus your last 3 months’ salary slips, ITR statements and Form-16.
- Upload the undertaking as per Annexure-I or Annexure-II, whichever applies to you.
- Submit the form before 10 November 2026 and keep a copy of what you submitted.
The notification does not mention any application fee or payment step. Keep your NOC with vigilance clearance ready, because if you do not upload it now, you must show it at the interview.
DERC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 November 2026 |
| Age and Eligibility Crucial Date | 10 November 2026 |
The notice does not give an application start date or any test date. Any corrigendum, addendum or cancellation will be published only on the DERC website, so check it regularly.
What is the Application Fee for DERC Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
DERC Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for DERC Recruitment 2026 – 16 Posts: Personal Assistant, Steno-cum-Computer Operator, Clerk-cum-Computer Operator & Other Posts
- Visit DERC Official Website
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- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Delhi Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
If you are a serving government employee with the right service record, or you meet the contract eligibility, this DERC notice is a solid chance to work with Delhi’s power regulator. Collect your salary slips, ITR, Form-16 and undertaking now, and apply well before 10 November 2026. For more Delhi government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.