WBSETCL is hiring across four senior positions in one window — and if you are a senior finance executive, a 20-year IT leader, a retired CMO, or a retired Dy. SP looking for a structured contract role, this is genuinely worth your time. The West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Company Limited has opened applications for Director (Finance), Head Information Technology, Chief Medical Officer, and Special Officer (Security). Postings are split between Vidyut Bhavan, Salt Lake, Kolkata and the Berhampore Transmission Zone. Salaries range from a consolidated ₹50,000/- per month at the entry of the contract band to a pay scale of ₹1,56,500/- to ₹2,10,800/- for the Director post. Read this article carefully and go through the official West Bengal WBSETCL Jobs 2026 notifications before applying.
Information verified from official WBSETCL notifications No. REC/2026/02 dated 09.06.2026, REC/2026/03 dated 09.06.2026, and Department of Power notification No. 800-PO/O/C-IV/1E-31/2026 dated 08.06.2026.
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Quick Summary of WBSETCL Recruitment 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation / Employer | West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd. (WBSETCL) |
| Name of the Post | Director (Finance), Head IT, Chief Medical Officer, Special Officer (Security) |
| Total Vacancy | 04 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | starting from ₹50,000/- consolidated; up to pay band ₹1,56,500/- – ₹2,10,800/- |
| Additional Salary Benefits | DA, HRA, Medical, Electricity, LTC, EPF, CUG mobile, official car (post-specific) |
| Application Mode | Offline (post) and Email |
| Eligibility | CA/CMA/MBA Finance, B.E./M.Tech IT, MBBS, or retired Dy. SP (post-wise) |
| Selection Process | Personal Interview |
| Place of Posting | Kolkata (Salt Lake) for three posts; Berhampore for Special Officer (Security) |
| Government / Private / Contract | Government PSU — mix of Regular and Contract |
| Last Date of Application | 30.06.2026 (Director Finance: 09.07.2026) |
| Who Can Apply | Experienced only |
| Interview / Exam Date | Date will be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
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About WBSETCL
WBSETCL is the State Transmission Utility of West Bengal, fully owned by the State Government and headquartered at Vidyut Bhavan, Bidhannagar. The company operates 169 sub-stations from 66 kV to 400 kV with installed capacity of 46,477.60 MVA, and reported an annual turnover of ₹2,167 crore in FY 2024–25. For a candidate, that scale matters — it means the role you accept here sits inside a profitable, award-winning utility, not a stretched balance sheet. You can read more about West Bengal government jobs and other state PSU openings on our pillar page.
What Candidates Should Know About Working Here
Three of the four posts are based at Vidyut Bhavan in Block-DJ, Sector-II, Bidhannagar (Salt Lake). The campus sits a short auto ride from Karunamoyee bus stand and roughly 10–12 minutes from Salt Lake Sector V Metro — a manageable daily commute from Ultadanga, Phoolbagan, or even Howrah via the East-West Metro. The Special Officer (Security) post is different: it is anchored to the Berhampore Transmission Zone in Murshidabad, about 200 km from Kolkata and best reached by the Hazarduari Express or by road via NH-12. Based on comparable WB state PSU postings in 2025, candidates from Krishnanagar, Behrampore town, and Lalbagh form the bulk of the local catchment for Berhampore roles — confirm exact reporting address with the office before travelling. Bengali reading, speaking and writing is a stated requirement across all WBSETCL posts, so Nepali-only or Hindi-only candidates should weigh that honestly.
Important Dates
The application window opened on 10 June 2026. Postal applications are received until the last working hour on 30 June — late arrivals are not entertained, and offline submissions stop at the time printed on the notification. For the Director (Finance) post, the deadline runs about a week longer because the application is processed by the Department of Power, not WBSETCL directly.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application start (all WBSETCL posts) | 10.06.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last date — Head IT, CMO, SO (Security) | 30.06.2026 (5:00 PM / 5:30 PM) |
| Last date — Director (Finance) | 09.07.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Personal Interview | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Director (Finance) | 01 | ₹1,56,500/- – ₹2,10,800/- + DA, HRA, allowances (or ₹2,30,000/- consolidated for post-retirement appointees) |
| Head Information Technology | 01 | ₹1,47,300/- – ₹2,04,500/- + DA + HRA ₹16,000/- + allowances |
| Chief Medical Officer | 01 | ₹72,000/- consolidated per month |
| Special Officer (Security) | 01 (Berhampore) | ₹50,000/- consolidated per month |
For the Director post, post-retirement candidates without pension receive a consolidated ₹2.30 lakh/month with an automatic ₹6,500 hike every 1 July, provided at least six months of service has been completed.
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Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for these vacancies include education, experience and age requirements, and they vary sharply by post. Candidates should make sure they meet all the conditions before applying.
Educational Qualification
- Director (Finance): Chartered Accountant / Cost Accountant / MBA (Finance)
- Head IT: Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering / IT / Computer Science Engineering, or Post Graduate Degree with specialization in IT / Computer Science from a recognised Indian university or institute
- Chief Medical Officer: MBBS Degree from an MCI-approved recognised university, with at least 20 years post-qualification experience and prior service in the rank of CMO or above
- Special Officer (Security): Retired Officer in the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police with service as OC / IC / CI / Zonal DSP / SDPO
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Director (Finance): Maximum 61 years
- Head IT: Between 45 and 55 years (relaxation possible for exceptional candidates)
- Chief Medical Officer: Maximum 66 years
- Special Officer (Security): Between 60 and 62 years
For Head IT, the notification explicitly allows the company to raise or relax age criteria at its discretion.
Selection Process
Selection is based on Personal Interview only. The interview venue is Vidyut Bhavan, Salt Lake, Kolkata. Shortlisted candidates for Head IT must also clear the company’s Pre-Employment Medical Examination, and the company can introduce a screening test before interview if applicant volume is large.
- Application scrutiny against eligibility criteria
- Shortlisting for Personal Interview
- Personal Interview at Vidyut Bhavan, Salt Lake, Kolkata
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination (Head IT only)
- Document verification on the interview date — originals must be produced
Important Note for Candidates from the notification: candidates currently employed in Government Departments, PSUs or Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the interview, otherwise the candidature will not be considered. Outstation candidates for the Head IT post are eligible for one-time TA reimbursement (economy air or 2-tier AC train), claimable within 15 days of the interview.
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How to Apply for WBSETCL Recruitment 2026
You apply offline by post or by email — no online portal. Follow these steps in order.
- Download the relevant application format from important link section. (bottom ofthis article)
- Fill the form in full — incomplete forms are summarily rejected
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents in the order listed in the notification’s checklist
- For Director (Finance), send to the Principal Secretary, Department of Power, Bidyut Unnayan Bhavan, 5th Floor, 3/C, LA Block, Sector-III, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700106
- For Head IT, send to the Director (HR & A), WBSETCL, Vidyut Bhavan, 8th Floor, A-Block, Salt Lake, Kolkata-700091
- For CMO and Special Officer (Security), send to the General Manager (HR & A), TP & AS, WBSETCL, Vidyut Bhavan, 8th Floor, D-Block, Salt Lake, Kolkata-700091
- Superscribe the envelope clearly with the post name
- Email submission is also accepted at wbsetclrecruitment@gmail.com (for the three WBSETCL posts) or powersecy@wb.gov.in / splsecy.power@wb.gov.in (for Director Finance) — all attachments in PDF format only
Documents Checklist Before You Leave Home
- Filled application form in prescribed format
- Proof of identity — Voter Card / PAN / AADHAAR
- Age proof — Birth Certificate / Admit Card / Secondary Certificate
- All mark-sheets and certificates from Matriculation onwards
- Experience certificate covering all post-qualification service
- Latest pay certificate / salary slip
- Release Order from last employer on superannuation (CMO and SO Security)
- Pension Payment Order (PPO) (CMO and SO Security)
- No Objection Certificate if currently in govt service
- Caste / PwBD certificate if applicable
- Two passport-size photographs
Important Links
Candidates applying for these posts are advised to visit the important links below for the official PDF and application form:
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Director (Finance) Notification | Download Director Finance Notification PDF |
| Head IT Notification | Download Head IT Notification PDF |
| Head IT Application Form | Download Head IT Application Form |
| CMO + SO (Security) Notification | Download CMO and SO Security Notification PDF |
| CMO Application Form | Download CMO Application Form |
| SO (Security) Application Form | Download SO Security Application Form |
| Latest West Bengal Jobs | West Bengal Government Jobs |
Should You Apply?
These four vacancies are not interchangeable, and a candidate should be honest about which one actually fits. The Director (Finance) post is a genuine fit for a serving CFO or recently retired finance head from a CPSE, state power utility or large engineering company — anyone below that band will struggle past shortlisting given the 2-year ED-equivalent requirement. Head IT is built for a senior IT leader with deep SAP ERP scars — if you have implemented modules across two organisations and managed an enterprise-wide rollout, you are exactly who they are looking for. The Chief Medical Officer and Special Officer (Security) posts are explicitly for retired officers — these are not entry routes for early-career candidates. Based on comparable WB state PSU contract appointments in 2024–25, the CMO and SO Security posts typically see 30–80 serious applicants, while director-level vacancies attract a tighter, more self-selected pool. The honest trade-off across all four: the contract framework limits long-tenure pension benefits, but the brand, the Kolkata posting, and the steady cash flow make it one of the cleaner senior-grade options open in West Bengal right now.
FAQs — WBSETCL Recruitment 2026
Can I apply for more than one WBSETCL post in this notification cycle?
Yes, if you meet the separate eligibility criteria for each. The notifications are independent, with separate application forms, separate envelopes and separate submission addresses. Do not combine documents for two posts in one envelope.
Is Bengali language mandatory for all four posts?
Yes. Both WBSETCL notifications explicitly require the ability to read, speak and write Bengali. Candidates from outside West Bengal should weigh this before applying — there is no language relaxation mentioned.
What is the typical career path after a WBSETCL contract role like CMO or Special Officer?
Based on comparable state PSU appointments, these contract roles are usually extended in 1–2 year blocks up to the company’s defined upper age limit, after which retired-officer candidates often move to advisory or consultancy roles with smaller utilities or insurance panels. This is editorial context, not part of the official notification.
Is there any age relaxation for SC / ST / OBC candidates?
The notifications do not list category-wise age relaxation. WBSETCL retains the right to raise or relax age and other criteria at its discretion, but no fixed slab is published — confirm with the office before applying.
How does the Director (Finance) post compare to similar state PSU finance director roles in 2026?
The pay band of ₹1,56,500–₹2,10,800 is broadly aligned with comparable Schedule-B state PSU director positions in eastern India, and the alternative ₹2.30 lakh consolidated package for post-retirement appointees is on the higher side for state utilities. This is editorial context — verify the final fitment at offer stage.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sandeep Khati is the founder of India Job Alerts and a B.Tech in Computer Science from JGEC (2010). He started his career as a Systems Engineer at TCS and has been active in digital publishing since 2011, beginning with SearchDarjeeling.com(2011) and working as a web developer and designer at Darjeeling Informatics. Launched in April 2025, India Job Alerts is his most focused project — dedicated to publishing verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim, and All-India candidates. Every post is cross-checked against official notifications before publishing.. Know more