MECL Recruitment 2026 – 122 Technician & Assistant Posts, Apply Online Last Date 11 October

MECL Recruitment 2026: Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, has released Notification No. 03/Rectt./2026 inviting online applications for 122 Non-Executive posts including Technician, Assistant, Accountant, Stenographer, Electrician, Machinist and more. Eligible candidates can apply online at mecl.co.in from 12 September 2026 to 11 October 2026.

MECL Recruitment 2026 – Overview

MECL plays a key role in mineral exploration and drilling across India, providing technical services to central and state government agencies as well as private clients in the mining and minerals sector. As a Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise functioning under the Ministry of Mines, MECL offers candidates selected through this recruitment drive the chance to work in a stable, government-backed organisation.

Vacancy Details (Post-wise)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Qualification varies by post and includes Graduation, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA or ITI certificates / Engineering diplomas, with 1-3 years of relevant experience required for most posts. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for post-wise educational qualification details.

Age Limit (as on 1 September 2026)

• Maximum age: 30 years (UR/EWS)
• OBC-NCL: +3 years relaxation
• SC/ST: +5 years relaxation
• PwD/Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India rules

MECL Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Application Fee

• General / OBC-NCL / EWS: Rs. 500
• SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates: Exempted

Selection Process

Selection will be made through a Written Test (100% weightage) followed by Document Verification and a Skill/Trade Test. The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST candidates. The written exam is expected to be conducted at Nagpur.

Pay Scale

• Grade W-7: Rs. 22,900 – 55,900
• Grade W-4: Rs. 20,200 – 49,300
• Grade W-3: Rs. 19,600 – 47,900

The pay scale for these MECL Non-Executive posts ranges from Grade W-3 (Rs. 19,600 – 47,900) to Grade W-7 (Rs. 22,900 – 55,900), depending on the post and grade assigned at the time of selection.

How to Apply for MECL Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website mecl.co.in and go to the Careers section.
2. Click on the link for “MECL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Notification No. 03/Rectt./2026”.
3. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and experience details.
5. Upload scanned photograph, signature and required documents.
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway.
7. Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.

Official Notification

Candidates interested in MECL Recruitment 2026 are advised to read the official notification carefully, as eligibility criteria and age limit vary across the different Non-Executive posts on offer. Since online applications close on 11 October 2026, eligible candidates should complete the registration process well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues on the official website. Keeping scanned copies of certificates, photograph and signature ready beforehand can also help candidates finish the MECL Recruitment 2026 application form quickly and without errors.

Download the official notice here: MECL Recruitment 2026 Official Notification (PDF). Candidates should also check mecl.co.in for the live application link.

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