MECL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 107 Various Posts, Eligibility & Full Notification
Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) invites online applications for 107 Non-Executive posts across various technical and non-technical trades. Eligible candidates with ITI, Diploma, or Degree qualifications can apply online from September 12 to October 11, 2026.

Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. 03/Rectt./2026) for various Non-Executive Positions.
Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for posts including Accountant, Technician (Survey/Sampling/Lab/Drilling), Assistant (Materials/Accounts/Hindi/IT/HR), Electrician, Machinist, Mechanic, Junior Driver, and others.
Quick Overview: MECL Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/Rectt./2026 |
| Post Type | Non-Executive Posts (W-3, W-4, W-7) |
| Total Vacancies | 100 Posts (Fresh + Backlog) |
| Job Location | Corporate Office Nagpur / Project sites across India & Overseas |
| Mode of Application | Online Only |
| Application Window | September 12, 2026 to October 11, 2026 |
| Official Website | www.mecl.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Reckoning for Eligibility Criteria (Cut-off Date) | September 01, 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Registration & Application | September 12, 2026 |
| Closing Date for Submitting Online Applications | October 11, 2026 |
| Written Exam / Skill Test / Document Verification Date | To be notified on the official website |
Vacancy Details, Pay Scale & Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess a minimum of 45% marks in the essential educational qualification (only pass is sufficient for CA/ICWA intermediate). The maximum age limit for Unreserved (UR) and EWS candidates across all posts is 30 years as of September 01, 2026.
| Post Code | Post Name | Grade & Scale of Pay | Total Vacancies | Category Breakdown | Essential Educational Qualification | Minimum Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Accountant | W-7 (₹22,900 – ₹55,900/-) | 06 | Backlog: 06 (02 OBC-NCL, 03 SC, 01 ST; of which 02 PwD, 04 Ex-SM) | Graduate + Intermediate pass in CA/ICWA (Desirable: Basic Computer Proficiency, SAP-FICO) | 03 years post-qualification relevant experience after passing Intermediate CA/ICWA in Accounts work |
| 02 | Technician (Survey) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 12 | Fresh: 06 (04 UR, 02 EWS; of which 02 Ex-SM) Backlog: 06 (03 OBC-NCL, 02 SC, 01 ST) |
ITI in Survey or Diploma in Survey | Desirable: 01 year post-qualification experience in Survey |
| 03 | Technician (Sampling) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 07 | Fresh: 06 (04 UR, 01 OBC-NCL, 01 SC; of which 01 Ex-SM) Backlog: 01 (01 OBC-NCL for Ex-SM) |
B.Sc. | Desirable: 01 year post-qualification experience of Drill Core/Mine Sampling |
| 04 | Technician (Laboratory) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 02 | Backlog: 02 (01 OBC-NCL, 01 ST; both reserved for Ex-SM) | B.Sc. in Chemistry / Physics / Geology with Mathematics | Desirable: 01 year post-qualification experience in Chemical/Petrological/Mineralogical or similar Laboratories |
| 05 | Assistant (Materials) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 16 | Fresh: 06 (04 UR, 02 EWS) Backlog: 10 (03 OBC-NCL, 04 SC, 03 ST; of which 06 PwD, 03 Ex-SM) |
Graduate or B.Com (Desirable: Basic Computer Proficiency, SAP-MM) | Not Required |
| 06 | Assistant (Accounts) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 10 | Fresh: 05 (02 UR, 02 EWS, 01 OBC-NCL; of which 02 PwD) Backlog: 05 (01 UR, 01 OBC-NCL, 01 SC, 01 ST, 01 OBC-NCL Ex-SM) |
B.Com (Desirable: Basic Computer Proficiency, SAP-FICO) | Not Required |
| 07 | Stenographer (English) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 04 | Backlog: 04 (03 OBC-NCL, 01 ST; of which 01 PwD, 03 Ex-SM) | Graduate in any stream + Certificate in Shorthand with 80 wpm in English (Desirable: Computer Proficiency) | Not Required |
| 08 | Assistant (Hindi) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 01 | Backlog: 01 (01 SC) | Graduate with Hindi and English as subjects (OR) Degree in English with Advance Hindi exam pass (Desirable: Computer Proficiency with Hindi) | Not Required |
| 09 | Electrician | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 07 | Fresh: 06 (01 UR, 01 EWS, 02 OBC-NCL, 01 SC, 01 ST; of which 02 Ex-SM) Backlog: 01 (01 OBC-NCL Ex-SM) |
ITI/Diploma in Electrical + Valid Wireman Certificate | 01 year post-qualification experience after passing Wireman Certificate in electrical wiring/repairs/power generation/distribution |
| 10 | Machinist | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 02 | Backlog: 02 (02 ST) | ITI in Turner/Machinist/Miller/Grinder (or) Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Tool & Die | 01 year post-qualification industrial experience in machine shop/workshop (CNC, VMC, lathes, etc.) |
| 11 | Technician (Drilling) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 12 | Backlog: 12 (04 OBC-NCL, 04 SC, 04 ST; all 12 Ex-SM) | ITI in Mechanic (Earth Moving/Diesel/Motor/Fitter) or Diploma in Drilling/Mechanical + Valid HMV License | 01 year post-qualification experience operating/maintaining drill rigs in surface exploration |
| 12 | Mechanic | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 01 | Backlog: 01 (01 OBC-NCL) | ITI in Diesel/Motor Mechanic/Fitter (or) Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile/Production/Mfg + Valid HMV License | 01 year post-qualification relevant experience in Diesel/Motor Mechanic/Fitter trade |
| 13 | Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 30 | Fresh: 24 (08 UR, 07 EWS, 05 OBC-NCL, 03 SC, 01 ST) Backlog: 06 (04 SC, 02 ST; of which 03 Ex-SM) |
ITI in Mechanic (Earth Moving/Diesel/Motor/Fitter) or Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile/Drilling | 01 year experience in diesel/motor mechanic/fitter/drilling trade after ITI certificate |
| 14 | Junior Driver | W-3 (₹19,600 – ₹47,900/-) | 06 | Fresh: 05 (02 UR, 02 OBC-NCL, 01 ST; of which 01 Ex-SM) Backlog: 01 (01 UR Ex-SM) |
10th Class Pass + Valid LMV & HMV Driving License | Consolidated experience in driving light and heavy vehicle for 01 year (Desirable: Motor mechanism knowledge) |
| 15 | Assistant (IT) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 03 | Fresh: 03 (02 UR, 01 OBC-NCL; of which 02 Ex-SM) | Degree in BCA / BCS / BCCA / B.Sc. (CS/IT) / BISM (OR) Graduation with min 1-year PG Diploma in IT/CS | Not Required |
| 16 | Assistant (HR) | W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-) | 03 | Fresh: 02 (01 UR, 01 OBC-NCL; of which 01 PwD, 01 Ex-SM) Backlog: 01 (01 UR Ex-SM) |
BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA / BBM / BSW (Desirable: Computer Proficiency, SAP-HCM) | Not Required |
Note: As per Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship guidelines, Apprenticeship Training of 1 year or more with National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) will be considered as 1 year of work experience for ITI candidates.
Age Limit & Category-wise Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age Limit | Relaxation Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 30 Years | Nil |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 Years | 03 Years (Certificate issued on/after 01.04.2026) |
| SC / ST | 35 Years | 05 Years |
| PwD (General / EWS) | 40 Years | 10 Years |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | 43 Years | 13 Years |
| PwD (SC / ST) | 45 Years | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) | As per Govt. directives | As per Government of India Rules |
| Retrenched Ex-contingent MECL Workmen | Up to 50 Years | Up to 20 Years |
| Internal Candidates | As approved | Up to 01 Year (Subject to CMD approval) |
Selection Stages & Cut-off Marks
| Stage | Name of Stage | Details & Qualifying Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Screening of Applications | Scrutiny of online applications to segregate “Eligible” and “Not Eligible” candidates based on eligibility norms. |
| Stage 2 | Written Competitive Examination (Nagpur Only) | External agency notified under Public Examination Act conducts test (100% weightage). • UR / OBC-NCL / EWS: 50% Cut-off • SC / ST: 45% Cut-off • PwD: Relaxed standards as per Government norms |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) | Shortlisted candidates called in order of written test merit, ordinarily in the ratio of up to 1:7 per vacancy. |
| Stage 4 | Skill / Trade Test | Conducted for candidates clearing DV. Purely Qualifying in nature (Categorized as “Suitable” or “Not Suitable”). |
| Stage 5 | Final Selection | Final merit list is prepared strictly based on Written Test marks of candidates declared “Suitable” in the Skill Test. |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹500/- | Online (Payment Gateway) |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen Candidates | NIL (Exempted) | N/A |
| Departmental / Internal Candidates | NIL (Exempted) | N/A |
Documents Required to Upload (Size & Format)
All documents must be clear, self-attested, and scanned into single PDF files as specified below:
| S. No. | Document Type | Allowed Format | Maximum File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification (Aadhaar Mandatory), Driving License (for Driver post), Caste/EWS/PwD/Ex-SM Certificate | PDF (Combined single PDF) | 500 KB |
| 2 | Essential Qualification Mark Sheets (Semester-wise or Consolidated) & Degree/Passing Certificates | PDF (Combined single PDF) | 500 KB |
| 3 | 10th & 12th Standard Mark Sheets and Passing Certificates, University CGPA conversion norms | PDF (Combined single PDF) | 500 KB |
| 4 | Experience Certificates indicating date of appointment, relieving, and nature of duties | PDF (Combined single PDF) | 500 KB |
| 5 | Proof of Roles/Responsibilities, Last 3 months Salary Slips, NOC (for Govt/PSU employees) | PDF (Combined single PDF) | 500 KB |
| 6 | Passport Size Photograph and Signature | JPG / JPEG | Standard scan limit |
Step-by-Step Application Guide
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Access Portal | Visit www.mecl.co.in and navigate to “Careers” > “Advertisement Notices & Results”. |
| Step 2 | New Registration | Register with an active personal email address and mobile number. |
| Step 3 | Fill Details | Enter personal, educational, category, and detailed experience information. |
| Step 4 | Upload Files | Upload scanned copies of required certificates, photo, and signature within 500 KB limit. |
| Step 5 | Verify Form | Review the entered details carefully. Note: A candidate can apply for only one post. |
| Step 6 | Fee Payment | Pay ₹500 online via payment gateway (if applicable). |
| Step 7 | Submit & Print | Submit application and print the confirmation page for document verification. |
Official Links
| Official Link Description | URL / Web Address |
|---|---|
| Link to Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website Link | Click Here |
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