PFI Analyst Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Power Foundation of India invites applications on a regular, full-time basis for 02 positions of Analyst – Research in New Delhi, offering existing CTC protection plus a 10% to 30% increase along with PF, gratuity, and medical insurance coverage. Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably in Electrical/Power) along with an MBA in Power, Energy, or Finance or an M.Tech in an Energy-related field and 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in the power sector may submit their applications in the prescribed format (available on the official website www.powerfoundation.org.in) by 30 November 2026 up to 06:00 P.M.

PFI Analyst - Research at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee or the selection process.

About PFI Analyst - Research

Power Foundation of India (PFI) is a not-for-profit organisation promoted by leading power sector CPSUs to undertake policy advocacy, capacity building, research, knowledge dissemination, and sectoral development initiatives for the Indian power sector. The organisation functions from its registered office situated at B-28, Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016.

Who Can Apply

Candidates applying for the Analyst – Research position must fulfill the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical/Power from a recognized university, and an MBA in Power/Energy/Finance or an M.Tech in an Energy related field.
• Experience: 2 years of relevant post-qualification professional experience in the power sector, with demonstrated experience in policy research, regulatory analysis, tariff assessment, power markets, or related areas. Applicants must possess experience in analysing power sector policies, regulations, tariff petitions, regulatory orders, and legal judgments, with an understanding of the Indian electricity sector and its regulatory framework. Experience in conducting quantitative and sectoral analysis, preparing research papers, policy notes, reports, and presentations, and providing analytical inputs for policy advocacy and stakeholder consultations is also required.
• Added Advantage: Exposure to international power sector developments, regulatory practices, and emerging areas such as energy transition, market reforms, and competition will be considered an added advantage.
• Age Limit: Maximum 28 years as on the closing date of application (30 November 2026).

Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete discipline-specific eligibility details.

Pay and Tenure

Selected candidates will be appointed on a regular, full-time basis, subject to satisfactory verification of credentials and fulfillment of the organisation's applicable service rules. The CTC of the selected candidate shall be protected, and an additional increase of 10% to 30% over the existing CTC may be offered as per PFI policy, depending upon qualifications, relevant experience, competencies, and overall suitability. Candidates will also be entitled to PF, gratuity, medical/insurance coverage, and other applicable benefits in accordance with the rules and policies of PFI.

PFI Analyst - Research Job Description

The appointed Analyst – Research will report to the Head- Regulatory and Research. Key responsibilities and performance areas include:

• Conducting research on key power sector policy and regulatory issues, including power markets, retail competition, parallel licensing, contracts for difference, and emerging areas.
• Preparing policy notes, research papers, analytical reports, briefing notes, and presentations based on detailed research and analysis.
• Monitoring and analysing policies, regulations, guidelines, and orders issued by MoP, CERC, CEA, SERCs, and other relevant authorities.
• Examining tariff petitions and regulatory filings of GENCOs, TRANSCOs, and DISCOMs, including assessment of tariff structures, cost components, and financial implications.
• Tracking and analysing judgments and orders of the Supreme Court, High Courts, and APTEL to assess their implications for the power sector and stakeholders.
• Compiling, analysing, and interpreting regulatory, tariff, financial, and sectoral data to support evidence-based policy research and decision-making.
• Undertaking comparative research on international practices and regulatory frameworks and assessing their applicability to the Indian power sector.
• Supporting stakeholder consultations, workshops, expert discussions, and industry interactions on power sector and regulatory matters.
• Contributing to policy advocacy and preparing comments, submissions, and recommendations on key regulatory and policy issues.
• Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of the technical, regulatory, commercial, financial, and energy-transition dimensions of the power sector.
• Supporting the preparation of PFI presentations, reports, knowledge products, and other research outputs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Providing research, analytical, and cross-functional support to the Regulatory & Research Division and undertaking other assignments as required.

How to Apply for PFI Analyst - Research

Candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format available on the Power Foundation of India official website www.powerfoundation.org.in under the link "Careers". The deadline for submission of applications is 30 November 2026 up to 06:00 P.M. Incomplete applications or applications of candidates not meeting the requisite qualification or experience will be rejected summarily.

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