Public Works Department (PWD) is a state government department responsible for construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, government buildings, irrigation systems, and public infrastructure. PWD recruits engineering graduates and diploma holders for both technical and administrative positions throughout the year.
Key PWD Posts: Junior Engineer (JE) - Civil, Electrical, Mechanical (Diploma/B.Tech), Assistant Engineer (AE) (B.Tech + experience or direct UPSC/State PSC route), Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), Draftsman/Drawing Inspector, Pump Operator/Lineman (ITI), and Work Inspector/Overseer. Each state has its own PWD recruitment board or commissions via the State SSC/PSC.
Eligibility: Diploma in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical for JE posts (age 21-35 years); B.Tech/B.E. for AE (age up to 35 years); ITI for Lineman/Pump Operator. Selection typically involves a written test and/or interview. PWD JE is one of the most popular engineering government jobs due to field exposure and growth prospects.