APDCL Consumer Representative (CGRF) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline by 30 November 2026

Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) has issued Employment Notice No. MD/APDCL/HR/CGRF/REC/200 dated 06 November 2026 inviting applications for the post of Consumer Representative (APDCL's nominated), a member of the State Level Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum (CGRF). The appointment is made under the provisions of the Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission (Redressal of Consumer Grievances) Regulations, 2022, as amended from time to time.

Candidates must submit their application in the prescribed format (Annexure I) in hard copy only to the Office of the CGM (HRA), APDCL, Bijulee Bhawan, Paltanbazar, Guwahati – 781001, on or before 30 November 2026.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Note: The official notification does not specify the exact number of vacancies. The position is singular – one nominated Consumer Representative on behalf of APDCL.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

The official notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification. The eligibility conditions as printed in the Employment Notice are:

• Non-Employment Clause: The member shall not be in employment of the distribution licensee (APDCL) or any of its agencies, in any capacity, for a period of three years preceding the date of being appointed as a member of the Forum.
• Good Antecedents: The member should have good antecedents.
• No Outstanding Dues: The member should not have any outstanding dues of electricity or cases pending with APDCL during the time of appointment.
• Language Requirement (Desirable): Members of CGRF should be well conversant with the official language of the State of Assam (Assamese).
• Age Limit: No member shall hold office after attaining the age of 70 (Seventy) years.
• Disqualifications: No person shall be appointed, or continue as a member, if adjudged an insolvent; convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude; become physically or mentally incapable of acting as member; acquired financial or other interest likely to affect prejudicially the functions as a representative; abused the position rendering continuance in office prejudicial to public interest; or guilty of proved misbehavior.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection process for the post of Consumer Representative (APDCL's nominated) to the State Level CGRF is as follows:

1. Application Receipt: Hard copy applications in prescribed format (Annexure I) must reach the Office of the CGM (HRA), APDCL, Bijulee Bhawan, Paltanbazar, Guwahati – 781001 by 30 November 2026.
2. Eligibility Screening: Applications received will be screened for fulfillment of eligibility conditions as stated in the Employment Notice.
3. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates may be called for document verification. All relevant original documents must be presented at the time of verification.
4. Selection Board/Committee Decision: The decision of the Selection Board/Committee in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of the application, verification of testimonials, and selection will be final and binding on all candidates.

No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid to candidates for attending the document verification or any stage of the selection process. The notification does not mention any written test or personal interview.

If at any stage it is detected that a candidate has submitted false information, the candidature will be rejected forthwith. Bringing influence at any stage of the selection process will disqualify the candidature with immediate effect. APDCL reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process without assigning any reasons.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications, if applicable)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Affidavit / Declaration regarding no outstanding APDCL electricity dues and no pending APDCL cases
• Antecedents verification documents / Police verification report (if applicable)

Important Instructions:

• Use only the prescribed format (Annexure I). Applications not submitted as per format will be rejected.
• The application form must be received on or before 30 November 2026.
• The notification does not mention the postal mode (speed post, registered post or by hand) or envelope markings.
• Superscribe "Application for the Post of Consumer Representative (State Level CGRF)" on the envelope.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for APDCL Consumer Representative (CGRF) Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of the hard copy application in prescribed format (Annexure I) at the Office of the CGM (HRA), APDCL, Bijulee Bhawan, Paltanbazar, Guwahati – 781001, is 30 November 2026. The application must be received on or before this date.

Where and how should I submit the APDCL CGRF application?

Applications must be submitted in hard copy only, using the prescribed format (Annexure I), to the address: Office of the CGM (HRA), APDCL, Bijulee Bhawan, Paltanbazar, Guwahati – 781001. Online submission is not accepted. Applications not in the prescribed format will be rejected.

What is the application fee for APDCL Consumer Representative recruitment?

The official notification (Employment Notice No. MD/APDCL/HR/CGRF/REC/200) does not specify any application fee for this post. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for clarification.

What is the employment nature of the APDCL CGRF Consumer Representative post?

This is a contractual / nominated position with a fixed term of three years from the date of entry into the office. It is not a permanent government cadre post and does not confer permanent government job security or pension benefits. The member is subject to disqualification grounds as outlined in the Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission (Redressal of Consumer Grievances) Regulations, 2022.

What is the salary or remuneration structure for APDCL Consumer Representative (CGRF)?

The nominated member is entitled to a sitting fee of Rs. 3,000/- per sitting of the State Level CGRF, plus conveyance allowance for attending official duties. There is no fixed monthly salary. The sitting fee may be revised by the Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission (AERC) in consultation with APDCL from time to time.

What are the eligibility conditions for APDCL Consumer Representative recruitment?

The official notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification. Key eligibility conditions include: the candidate must not have been employed by APDCL or its agencies for the three years preceding the appointment; must have good antecedents; must have no outstanding APDCL electricity dues or pending cases; should be conversant with Assamese (desirable); and must not hold office after attaining age 70.