MERC Recruitment 2026: 33 CGRF Chairperson Vacancy, Eligibility, Pay and Locations
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has invited applications for 33 Chairperson posts in the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forums (CGRFs) across Maharashtra. This is not an exam-based job. It is a fixed 3-year appointment for retired officers, paying ₹40,000 or ₹50,000 per month depending on the location. If you have retired from a senior position and want a respected, meaningful role, read on.
You must send a paper application to MERC in Mumbai, so there is no online form to fill. Applications must reach MERC by 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM. This is one of the state government jobs in Maharashtra that suits retired professionals, and GovtJobsAlert.in has put every condition below in simple words.
MERC CGRF Chairperson Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) |
| Post | Chairperson, Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum (CGRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 33 (27 MSEDCL circles + 6 other licensees) |
| Term | Fixed 3 years, extendable by up to 2 more years |
| Pay | ₹40,000 per month at 29 locations, ₹50,000 per month at 4 locations |
| Mode of Application | Offline, sent to The Secretary, MERC, Mumbai |
| Last Date | 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Legal Basis | Section 42(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003 |
MERC CGRF Chairperson Vacancy 2026: Location-wise Posts and Pay
Each location has 1 post. The pay is not the same everywhere, so check the row for the place you prefer. The six posts marked “falls vacant” become empty only in January 2027, so those seats are for a later joining.
| CGRF Location | Licensee | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Palghar Small Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Vasai Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Pen Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Malegaon Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Dhule Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Nandurbar Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Ratnagiri Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Sindhudurg Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Sangli Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Satara Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Chh. Sambhaji Nagar Rural Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Nanded Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Hingoli Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Beed Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Yavatmal Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Buldhana Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Washim Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Nagpur Rural Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Wardha Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Chandrapur Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Gadchiroli Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Gondia Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Bhandara Circle | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Nashik Urban Circle (falls vacant 09.01.2027) | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Rastapeth Urban Circle (falls vacant 06.01.2027) | MSEDCL | ₹40,000 |
| Kalyan-1 Circle (falls vacant 05.01.2027) | MSEDCL | ₹50,000 |
| Thane Urban Circle (falls vacant 18.01.2027) | MSEDCL | ₹50,000 |
| Gigaplex Estate Private Limited | Other licensee | ₹50,000 |
| Maharashtra Airport Development Company Ltd. | Other licensee | ₹40,000 |
| Iskandar Power Ltd (formerly Laxmipati Balaji Supply Chain Management Ltd.) | Other licensee | ₹40,000 |
| SEZ Biotech Park-I Manjari, Pune | Other licensee | ₹40,000 |
| Adani Electricity Mumbai Ltd. (falls vacant 05.01.2027) | Other licensee | ₹50,000 |
| EON Kharadi Infrastructure Pvt Ltd-I, Pune (falls vacant 04.01.2027) | Other licensee | ₹40,000 |
The notification does not give any category-wise reservation for these posts.
Notice how the list is split. 27 of the locations are with MSEDCL circles spread over the Konkan, Nashik, Marathwada, Vidarbha and western Maharashtra regions. The other 6 are with licensees such as an airport company, a power company and an SEZ park. Four locations pay the higher ₹50,000: Kalyan-1, Thane Urban, Gigaplex Estate and Adani Electricity Mumbai. Nashik Urban and Rastapeth Urban are urban circles too, but they pay ₹40,000, so do not assume that every city location pays more.
What is the Eligibility for MERC CGRF Chairperson Recruitment 2026?
There is no degree or exam here. Eligibility depends on the post you retired from. You must be one of the following:
| Eligible Background | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Judicial | Retired senior judicial officer |
| Civil service | Retired civil servant not below the rank of Additional Collector or equivalent |
| Engineering college | Retired Principal of a reputed Engineering college |
| Teaching | Retired Professor of the Electrical Engineering Department of a reputed institute |
| Government engineer | Retired senior electrical engineer of the Government |
Read these lines slowly. The words “not below the rank of Additional Collector or equivalent” mean that a retired officer of that rank or higher qualifies. The word “reputed” in front of the engineering college and the institute is the notification’s own wording, and MERC decides what counts as reputed. If your last post was in a department that is not named here, the safe course is to read the advertisement again before you spend time on the application.
You should preferably know the local language of Maharashtra, which is Marathi. This is a preference, not a rule. If you come from a law and judicial background or an engineering career, check which of the five lines above matches your service.
Age Limit
The notification gives no minimum or maximum age for applying. The number 65 appears only in the tenure rule: a Chairperson’s term can be extended by up to 2 years, but only up to a maximum age of 65 years. So a candidate close to 65 may not get the full 5 years. Think of it this way: the first 3 years are fixed for everyone, while the extra 2 years are only a possibility that MERC may allow. Do not plan your finances on 5 years of work.
What is the Salary for MERC CGRF Chairperson 2026?
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Monthly pay | ₹40,000 or ₹50,000 as per the location table |
| What it includes | Sitting fees, honorarium, conveyance, telephone and all other allowances |
| Tax | Statutory taxes deducted at source |
| Additional charge | 25% extra pay plus TA/DA at Chief Engineer rate for holding charge of another CGRF |
| Term | 3 years, extendable by up to 2 years (age cap 65) |
The pay is a consolidated amount. Do not expect separate allowances on top, apart from the extra payment for additional charge. Before you decide on a location, add up what it costs you to travel or stay there each month, because a distant circle may leave you with less in hand than a nearby one that pays the same ₹40,000. The notification does not mention any housing or vehicle facility, so do not assume one.
What is the Selection Process for MERC CGRF Chairperson 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application scrutiny | Incomplete applications are not considered |
| Interview | “If necessary”, MERC may select on the basis of an interview |
| Verification | MERC will verify the integrity and background of applicants |
You can list up to five preferred locations. MERC may offer one of your chosen locations or any other vacant position after the discussion at the interview. Having the minimum qualification does not give you a right to selection.
Choose your five locations with care. List only places where you are happy to live and work, since MERC may also offer you a different vacant position from the ones you chose. The six posts that fall vacant only in January 2027 may suit you if you cannot join at once, though the notification does not say when selected candidates will be asked to join.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form will disqualify your candidature |
| False information | Wrong or false details, at any stage, mean your candidature will not be considered. If you knowingly give false details or hide material facts, you will be disqualified and, if already appointed, can be dismissed without notice |
| Late or incomplete form | Applications received after the due date, or incomplete ones, will not be considered |
| Other modes | Applications sent through any other mode will not be accepted |
| Final say | MERC’s decision is final and no individual correspondence is entertained |
How to Apply Offline for MERC CGRF Chairperson Recruitment 2026?
This is an offline route. Nothing is submitted online.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the detailed advertisement from Essential Links below and read it fully |
| 2 | Prepare your personal profile or application form as per the format MERC requires |
| 3 | Write up to five preferred CGRF locations in the application |
| 4 | Attach attested copies of certificates for qualification, experience and age |
| 5 | Put the application in an envelope marked “Application for the post of Chairperson, CGRF” |
| 6 | Send it to The Secretary, Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission, 13th Floor, Centre-1, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400 005, so that it reaches by 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
Applying for more than one location needs only one application. Do not send separate forms. The advertisement refers to a prescribed format, but the format is not printed in the PDF, so check the MERC website for it. Post it early, because a form that arrives late is not considered. Use a trackable service and note the delivery date, since the deadline is about the day it reaches MERC and not the day you post it.
Keep a photocopy of the complete set you send, including the covering page and every attested certificate. If MERC calls you for an interview, you will want to remember exactly what you wrote about your service and your five locations.
What are the Important Dates for MERC CGRF Chairperson Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for receipt of application | 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Posts falling vacant (Kalyan-1, Thane Urban, Nashik Urban, Rastapeth Urban, Adani Electricity Mumbai, EON Kharadi) | 4 to 18 January 2027 |
The notification mentions no application fee, and it gives no interview date.
Essential Links for MERC Chairperson Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit MERC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Maharashtra Govt Jobs
If you have retired from a senior post and still want to serve, this is a good chance to stay useful and earn a steady monthly amount. Choose your five locations wisely, keep attested copies ready, and post your application so that it reaches MERC by 25 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more other government jobs updates.