NHPC Director (Finance)PESB Shortlists 12 Candidates for Interviews

New Delhi, July 2025:The selection process for the coveted post of Director (Finance) at NHPC Limited has officially moved into its final phase. According to exclusive information accessed by NewsIP, the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has scheduled interviews for 15th July, where 12 shortlisted candidates are expected to appear. This development aligns with earlier indications from sources within the public sector domain, suggesting that the PESB was nearing completion of its internal evaluation. The selection will fill a critical leadership position at NHPC, a central player in India’s hydropower and clean energy transition. As per insider reports, the following candidates have been shortlisted for the interview round: • Anuj Kapoor • Reshma Hemrajani • Guru Dutt • Ajay Kumar Jain • Mahesh Kumar Sharma • Jitendra Yadav • Nagendra Kumar Mishra • Ajay Kumar Agarwal • Mohan Lal Kumawat • Sanjeev Gupta • Sandeep Pal • Anil Nagendra Kalekar • Pankaj Goel These professionals bring diverse financial and administrative expertise, with many currently holding senior positions across various public sector undertakings and infrastructure-linked enterprises. Their selection is a strategic decision, as NHPC continues to expand its renewable energy portfolio and align with the government’s push toward sustainable energy solutions. The upcoming interviews are expected to be rigorous, focusing on financial strategy, project financing, and ESG compliance—areas increasingly critical for public sector companies operating in the evolving energy landscape. The final appointment will be pivotal in shaping NHPC’s financial roadmap, especially as the company intensifies its investments in green energy, including solar and wind projects, alongside its core hydropower ventures. Industry observers are closely watching to see who among the shortlisted names will ultimately secure this key leadership role.