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MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online

Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL)

Latest Jobs Closing Soon Advt. No. 02/Rectt./2026 Posted Updated
Last date to apply 5 days left 23 October 2026
Total Vacancies 13
Last Date 23 October 2026
Qualification 10th Pass / Graduate / B.Tech / BE
Salary ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000E-1, IDA
Job Location MECL Projects/Offices/Establishments anywhere in India

Overview

Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) has published a recruitment notification for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online (Advt. No. 02/Rectt./2026). This recruitment covers 13 posts.

The last date to apply is 23 October 2026.

Organisation
Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL)
Advertisement No.
02/Rectt./2026
Total Vacancies
13
Job Location
MECL Projects/Offices/Establishments anywhere in India
Job Category
Other Government Jobs

Important Dates

EventDateStatus
Application Last Date23 October 2026Next

Vacancy Details

The vacancy break-up for the MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 is as follows:

S. No.Post NameNo. of Posts
1Executive Trainee (Electrical)1 (1-UR)
2Executive Trainee (Mechanical) – Procurement & Contract Division5 (3-UR, 1-OBC, 1-SC; of which 1 reserved for PwD-LV/OH/HH)
3Executive Trainee (Mechanical) – Store & Disposal Division2 (2-UR)
4Executive Trainee (Mechanical) – Drilling Division5 (3-UR, 1-OBC, 1-SC)

All 13 vacancies are for freshers. MECL has noted that these vacancies are provisional and may be increased, decreased, or not filled at the company's discretion.

Candidates applying for the MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 must meet the educational qualification and age limit given below, and must also have cleared the written round of UPSC ESE 2024, appeared for the ESE 2024 interview, and consented to sharing their score information on UPSC's website, without having been recommended for final selection.

PostEssential Educational Qualification
Executive Trainee (Electrical)Minimum 60% marks in B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering or equivalent (courses approved by UGC & AICTE wherever applicable; ODL degrees not permissible)
Executive Trainee (Mechanical) – all divisionsMinimum 60% marks in B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (courses approved by UGC & AICTE wherever applicable; ODL degrees not permissible)

No minimum post-qualification experience is required for any of the four posts (NIL).

Selected candidates will be placed as Executive Trainees during a one-year training period at an initial Basic Pay of ₹40,000 per month in the E-1 (IDA) pay scale of ₹40,000–₹1,40,000, along with applicable Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA). In addition to Basic Pay and IDA, the posts carry other benefits including:

  • House Rent Allowance (HRA) and cafeteria-approach allowances
  • Provident Fund (PF) and National Pension System (NPS)
  • Performance Related Pay
  • Group Medical Insurance
  • MECL-Employee Defined Contributory Superannuation Scheme
  • Group Personal Accident Insurance and Term Insurance
  • Two/four-wheeler vehicle loan and house building advance, as per company guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

  • Category : Maximum Age (as on 01 August 2026)
  • Unreserved (UR) : 28 years
  • SC/ST : 28 years + 5 years relaxation
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) : 28 years + 3 years relaxation
  • PwD – General : 28 years + 10 years relaxation
  • PwD – SC/ST : 28 years + 15 years relaxation
  • PwD – OBC-NCL : 28 years + 13 years relaxation
  • Ex-Servicemen : As per Government of India guidelines
  • Internal candidates : Relaxation up to 1 year, subject to CMD approval
  • All age relaxations are as per applicable Government of India guidelines. There is no relaxation in qualification criteria for internal candidates.
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Application Fee

CategoryFee
NoteAn application registration fee of ₹500 is applicable for General/OBC/EWS candidates. The fee is not applicable for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental candidates. Payment must be made online through Net-Banking or a QR code hosted on the MECL website under the Careers section. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other examination or selection.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed as Executive Trainees during a one-year training period at an initial Basic Pay of ₹40,000 per month in the E-1 (IDA) pay scale of ₹40,000–₹1,40,000, along with applicable Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA).

Selection Process

  1. Applicant lists will be prepared in decreasing order of marks (out of 1200) scored in UPSC ESE 2024, category-wise, for the Mechanical/Electrical discipline
  2. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on the UPSC ESE 2024 score and other eligibility criteria, as per MECL's extant Recruitment Rules
  3. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Document Verification round
  4. If documents are found suitable and matching the advertisement criteria, offers of employment will be issued

How to Apply

  1. Candidates can apply for the MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:
  2. Visit the official MECL website: www.mecl.co.in and go to the "Career" section.
  3. Register on the MECL Online Recruitment Portal with all mandatory details.
  4. Log in and click on "Apply for a Post" to fill the online application form.
  5. Enter personal details, educational qualification, UPSC ESE 2024 score, and category/community details accurately.
  6. Upload the required scanned documents in the specified format and file size.
  7. Pay the application fee (₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, where applicable) online.
  8. Submit the application before the closing date of 14 August 2026.
  9. Take a printout of the system-generated application form for future reference.
  10. Applications received through any mode other than the MECL Online Recruitment Portal will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

It is a recruitment drive by Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) to fill 13 Executive Trainee posts in Electrical and Mechanical disciplines, based on candidates' scores in the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2024.

How many vacancies are available in MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

A total of 13 vacancies are available: 1 for Executive Trainee (Electrical) and 12 for Executive Trainee (Mechanical) across Procurement & Contract, Store & Disposal, and Drilling divisions.

What is the qualification required for MECL Executive Trainee posts?

Candidates need a minimum of 60% marks in B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering (for the Electrical post) or Mechanical Engineering (for the Mechanical posts), from a UGC/AICTE-recognized institute. No post-qualification experience is required.

What is the age limit for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

The maximum age limit is 28 years (UR) as on 1 August 2026, with age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and additional relaxation for PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India guidelines.

What is the application fee for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. It is not applicable for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental candidates.

How can I apply online for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the MECL Recruitment Portal at www.mecl.co.in under the Career section, between 1 August 2026 and 08 October 2026.

What is the selection process for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based solely on the candidate's UPSC ESE 2024 score (out of 1200), with shortlisting followed by a Document Verification round. No separate written test or personal interview is conducted by MECL.

What is the salary for MECL Executive Trainee posts?

Selected candidates receive an initial Basic Pay of ₹40,000 per month in the E-1 (IDA) pay scale of ₹40,000–₹1,40,000, along with IDA, HRA, PF, NPS, Performance Related Pay, medical insurance, and other benefits.

Is there a service bond for MECL Executive Trainee posts?

Yes. Selected candidates must serve a minimum of 36 months and execute a service bond of ₹1.8 lakh, with a monthly retention deduction of ₹5,000 from salary that is refunded on completion of the bond period.

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