The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has announced the Assistant Engineer (AE) Recruitment 2025 for engineering graduates. This recruitment drive offers 500+ technical vacancies with attractive salary packages in Karnataka’s power sector.
KPTCL AE Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Electrical/Civil) |
| Total Vacancies | 500+ (Expected) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligibility | BE/B.Tech in Relevant Discipline |
| Age Limit | 18-35 Years |
| Salary | ₹50,000 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 10) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Interview |
| Official Website | KPTCL Official Portal |
Department-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Engineering Branch | Expected Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 400 |
| Civil Engineering | 100 |
| Name Of The Posts | Number Of Vacancies | ||||
| Non-KK | KK | Total | |||
| Regular | Backlog | Regular | Backlog | ||
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 393 | 6 | 106 | 0 | 505 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 21 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 28 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 477 | 9 | 82 | 2 | 570 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 21 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 29 |
| Junior Assistant | 357 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 360 |
| Total | 1269 | 15 | 206 | 2 | 1492 |
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
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Electrical AE: BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
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Civil AE: BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering
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Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST)
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2025):
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 35 years
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Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC
Salary Structure:
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Basic Pay: ₹50,000 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 10)
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Grade Pay: ₹5,600
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Allowances: DA, HRA, Medical Benefits
Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | September 2025 |
| Online Application Start | October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | December 2025 |
| Written Exam Date | January 2026 |
| Important Links | |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Application Process
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Visit Official Website: KPTCL recruitment portal
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New Registration: Create account with valid credentials
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Fill Application: Enter personal and educational details
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Upload Documents: Photo, signature, mark sheets
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Pay Fee: ₹500 (General), ₹250 (Reserved categories)
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Final Submission: Download and print application
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Selection Process:
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Written Examination (200 Marks)
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Technical Subject (120 Marks)
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General Knowledge (40 Marks)
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Karnataka Power Sector (40 Marks)
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Exam Structure:
| S.No | Subject | No.of Question | Marks |
| 1 | Concerned Subject | 75 | 75 |
| 2 | General Awareness & Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Preparation Tips
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Focus on electrical power systems or civil engineering concepts
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Study Karnataka’s power transmission network
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Practice previous KPTCL question papers
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Prepare technical interview questions
FAQs
1. What is the qualification for KPTCL AE?
BE/B.Tech in Electrical or Civil Engineering as per KPTCL AE eligibility.
2. Is there interview for Assistant Engineer post?
Yes, selection includes written exam and personal interview.
3. What is KPTCL AE salary?
Selected candidates get ₹50,000 – ₹1,42,400 as per pay scale.
4. How many attempts allowed for KPTCL AE?
No limit, but candidates must satisfy age criteria.
5. Is KPTCL AE exam conducted online?
No, it’s offline (pen-paper) based examination.
