The Power Department, Government of Sikkim has released the Chairperson, Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SSERC) Recruitment 2026 notification on 15th June 2026 at the official website power.sikkim.gov.in. As per Notification No. 1293/Power/Adm dated 15/06/2026, the application process closes on 14th July 2026, by 4 PM. This SSERC Recruitment 2026 is for one senior statutory post in the power and energy regulation sector under the Government of Sikkim, offering a fixed five-year tenure under the Electricity Act, 2003.
This notification covers a total of 1 (one) vacancy for the post of Chairperson, Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SSERC). The post is based at the Head Quarter of SSERC in Deorali, Gangtok, Sikkim. Candidates should check all details from the below article.
Read this article carefully and go through the official notification before applying.
Information verified from official Power Department, Government of Sikkim notification No. 1293/Power/Adm dated 15/06/2026.
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Quick Summary of Chairperson, SSERC Recruitment 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation / Employer | Power Department, Government of Sikkim (Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission) |
| Name of the Post | Chairperson, Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SSERC) |
| Total Vacancy | 1 (one) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Registered Post or in person) |
| Eligibility | Person of ability, integrity and standing with knowledge of engineering, finance, commerce, economics, law or management |
| Selection Process | Selection Committee evaluation under Notification No. 19/Power/2021 |
| Place of Posting | Deorali, Gangtok, Sikkim |
| Last Date of Application | 14th July 2026, by 4 PM |
| Who Can Apply | Experienced candidates meeting the criteria under Section 84(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003 |
| Interview / Exam Date | Date will be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
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About Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SSERC)
The Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SSERC) is constituted under the Electricity Act, 2003, and functions under the administrative oversight of the Power Department, Government of Sikkim. SSERC deals with matters relating to Generation, Transmission, Trading and Distribution of electricity within Sikkim. For candidates, the Chairperson’s post carries decision-making authority over regulatory and tariff-related matters in the state’s power sector. Further details are available at the official website, power.sikkim.gov.in
Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of the following date for this recruitment. The notification fixes a hard cut-off time of 4 PM on the last date, and applications reaching after this time are unlikely to be considered, based on the deadline specified in the advertisement.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 15th June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 14th July 2026, by 4 PM |
| Interview / Selection Date | Date will be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
Vacancy Details & Salary
Here’s the breakdown of posts, total vacancy and salary for your reference.
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson, SSERC | 1 (one) | Not mentioned in the official notification |
The notification states that salary and allowances are governed separately by the Sikkim Electricity Regulatory Commission (Salary, Allowances and Other Terms and Conditions of Service of the Chairperson) Rules, 2011, read with the 2019 Amendment Rules. Based on salary structures notified for Chairpersons of comparable State Electricity Regulatory Commissions in the North Eastern region, such posts are typically compensated through a fixed consolidated salary plus allowances rather than a standard pay-band scale. This is editorial context, not part of the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the Chairperson, SSERC, post centre on professional standing and absence of conflicting financial interest, rather than a specific educational degree or a stated application age limit. Candidates should make sure they meet all the conditions before applying.
Eligibility Conditions (Section 84(1), Electricity Act, 2003)
- Must be a person of ability, integrity and standing.
- Must have adequate knowledge of, and shown capacity in dealing with, problems relating to engineering, finance, commerce, economics, law or management.
- Must not hold any financial or other interest in any corporate entity engaged in Generation, Transmission, Trading or Distribution of electricity in Sikkim, where such interest is likely to affect the person’s function as Chairperson prejudicially.
- Must submit a self-certificate confirming the above while applying for the post.
Tenure of the Post
As per Section 89 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the Chairperson holds office for a term of 5 (five) years from the date of assuming office, or till the age of 65 (sixty-five) years, whichever occurs earlier.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Chairperson, SSERC, is conducted by a Selection Committee. This Committee was constituted vide Notification No. 19/Power/2021, in accordance with the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003.
- Candidates submit applications along with self-attested certificates within the prescribed deadline.
- The Selection Committee examines applications against the eligibility criteria fixed under Section 84(1) of the Act.
- The Committee may also consider and recommend any other eligible person fulfilling the criteria, apart from those who have applied against this advertisement.
The notification states that the Committee reserves the right to consider and recommend any other person fulfilling the criteria laid down in the Act, apart from those who have applied against this advertisement. This means shortlisting is not limited only to candidates who respond to this notice.
How to Apply for Chairperson, SSERC Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible persons can apply for the Chairperson, SSERC, post by following the steps below.
- Prepare the application neatly typed in English and duly sign it.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates and documents related to proof of age, basic or essential qualifications, and experience.
- Obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the concerned organisation, if already employed, and attach it with the application.
- Send the application by Registered Post, or submit it in person, in a sealed cover superscribed “Application for the post of Chairperson, Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission.”
- Address the application to Shri Bikash Deokota, Secretary, Power Department, Government of Sikkim, Gangtok-737101, Sikkim.
- Ensure the application reaches the above address by 4 PM on 14th July 2026.
- Applicants already in Government service must apply through proper channel.
Documents Checklist Before You Leave Home
- Proof of age
- Certificates of basic/essential qualifications
- Experience certificates
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if already in service
- Self-certificate declaring no conflicting financial interest in Sikkim’s electricity sector
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Should You Apply?
This post is suitable for candidates with established professional standing in engineering, law, finance, commerce, economics or management, particularly those who have already built a career in regulatory, judicial, administrative or technical positions connected to the power sector. It is not a good fit for early-career professionals or fresh graduates, since the post demands demonstrated capacity in handling sector-specific problems rather than entry-level qualifications. Given that there is only one vacancy and the eligibility bar requires senior-level standing, competition is expected to come from a relatively small, experienced pool rather than a large general applicant base. Based on patterns seen in other State Electricity Regulatory Commissions, candidates who serve as Chairperson often move on to advisory roles, tribunal positions, or similar regulatory commissions after completing their term; this is editorial context, not part of the official notification. One trade-off candidates should consider is the fixed five-year tenure, which ends earlier if the Chairperson turns 65 years of age before the term is complete.
FAQs — Chairperson, SSERC Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for the Chairperson, SSERC post?
Applications must reach Shri Bikash Deokota, Secretary, Power Department, Government of Sikkim, Gangtok-737101, by 4 PM on 14th July 2026, either by Registered Post or in person.
Can a servinag Government employee apply for this post?
Yes. The notification states that applicants already in Government service should apply through the proper channel rather than directly.
Is there a fixed salary for the SSERC Chairperson post?
The notification does not state a specific salary figure. It states that salary and allowances are governed by the Sikkim Electricity Regulatory Commission (Salary, Allowances and Other Terms and Conditions of Service of the Chairperson) Rules, 2011, and its 2019 Amendment.
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