Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026 for recruitment to 122 Non-Executive vacancies (including Fresh & Backlog posts). The positions include Accountant, Assistant (HR / Accounts / Materials / IT / Hindi), Technician (Drilling / Survey / Sampling / Lab), Electrician, Mechanic, Machinist, and Junior Driver. Eligible candidates holding 10th Pass with Driving License, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, or Graduate Degree can apply online from 12 September 2026 to 11 October 2026 at mecl.co.in.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 31 August 2026 |
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| Crucial Cut-Off Date for Age & EQ | 01 September 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 12 September 2026 |
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| Last Date for Apply Online | 11 October 2026 |
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| Written Test / Trade Test Date | To be Notified (At Nagpur City) |
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Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
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| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil (Exempted) |
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| Departmental / Internal Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
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| Payment Mode | Online via Payment Gateway (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
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Age Limit (as on 01/09/2026)
| Maximum Age Limit | 30 Years (for UR / EWS candidates) |
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| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 33 Years (3 Years Relaxation) |
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| SC / ST Candidates | Up to 35 Years (5 Years Relaxation) |
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| PwD Candidates | Up to 40 - 45 Years (10 to 15 Years Relaxation) |
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| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India directives. |
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Pay Scales & Benefits (IDA Pattern)
| Accountant (Grade W-7) | Rs. 22,900 - 55,900/- |
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| Assistants & Technicians (Grade W-4) | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- |
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| Junior Driver (Grade W-3) | Rs. 19,600 - 47,900/- |
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| Perks | Basic Pay, IDA, HRA, Cafeteria Perks, PF, NPS, Medical Insurance, PRP & Advances. |
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MECL Non-Executive 2026: Post-wise Vacancy & Qualifications
| Post Name & Grade | Total Posts | Scale of Pay (₹) | Educational Qualification & Experience |
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| Accountant (W-7) | 06 | Rs. 22,900 - 55,900/- | Graduate + CA/ICWA Inter Pass with 3 yrs post-qualification experience in Accounts |
| Technician - Survey (W-4) | 12 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | ITI in Survey OR Diploma in Survey Engineering (1 yr experience desirable) |
| Technician - Sampling (W-4) | 07 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | B.Sc. Degree (1 yr experience in drill core/mine sampling desirable) |
| Technician - Laboratory (W-4) | 02 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | B.Sc. in Chemistry / Physics / Geology (1 yr lab experience desirable) |
| Assistant - Materials (W-4) | 16 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | Graduate with Mathematics OR B.Com (Min 45% marks) + Computer proficiency |
| Assistant - Accounts (W-4) | 10 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | B.Com Degree (Min 45% marks) + Basic Computer / SAP-FICO proficiency |
| Stenographer - English (W-4) | 04 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | Graduate in any stream + Certificate in English Shorthand (80 wpm) |
| Assistant - Hindi (W-4) | 01 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | Graduate with Hindi & English subjects OR Degree in English + Advance Hindi |
| Electrician (W-4) | 07 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | ITI / Diploma in Electrical + Valid Wireman Certificate + 1 yr experience |
| Machinist (W-4) | 02 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | ITI in Turner/Machinist/Grinder OR Diploma in Mech/Prod + 1 yr experience |
| Technician - Drilling (W-4) | 12 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | ITI in Diesel/Motor Mech/Fitter OR Diploma in Drilling/Mech + Valid HMV License + 1 yr exp |
| Mechanic (W-4) | 01 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | ITI in Diesel/Motor Mech/Fitter OR Diploma in Mech/Auto + Valid HMV License + 1 yr exp |
| Mechanic-cum-Operator - Drilling (W-4) | 30 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | ITI in EMM / Diesel Mech / Motor Mech / Fitter OR Diploma in Mech/Auto/Drilling + 1 yr exp |
| Junior Driver (W-3) | 06 | Rs. 19,600 - 47,900/- | 10th Pass + Valid LMV & HMV Driving License + 1 yr driving experience |
| Assistant - IT (W-4) | 03 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | BCA / BCS / BCCA / B.Sc (CS/IT) / BISM OR Graduate with 1-Year Diploma / PGDCA |
| Assistant - HR (W-4) | 03 | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA / BBM / BSW (Min 45% marks) + Computer proficiency |
| Total Vacancies | 122 Posts (Fresh: 77, Backlog: 45) |
Selection Procedure & Exam Details
| Screening | Scrutiny of online applications to verify essential educational qualifications & experience. |
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| Written Test (100% Weightage) | Multiple-choice objective test conducted at Nagpur City only. Qualifying Cut-off: UR / OBC-NCL / EWS: 50% | SC / ST: 45% | PwD: Relaxed Standards. |
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| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates in merit will be called for DV in the ratio of 1:7 per vacancy. |
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| Skill / Trade Test | Practical driving / trade test / shorthand & typing test (Qualifying in nature). |
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| Final Merit List | Drawn purely based on performance in the Written Test among candidates who qualify the Skill / Trade test. |
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How to Apply Online for MECL Non-Executive Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official MECL portal: www.mecl.co.in.
- Go to the “Careers” > “Advertisement Notices & Results” section.
- Find Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026 and click on the “Apply Online” link (Active from 12/09/2026).
- Register with a valid Email ID and active Mobile Number.
- Select the single post you wish to apply for (one candidate can apply for only one post).
- Fill in personal details, caste category, educational qualification details, and post-qualification experience.
- Upload required documents in single/combined PDF format (max 500 KB each): Aadhaar ID Proof & Valid Driving License (for Driver / Drilling posts). 10th & 12th Mark sheets & Passing Certificates. Essential Qualification Marksheet (Consolidated/All Semesters) & Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate. Community / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD/Ex-SM). Experience Certificates with detailed nature of duties & last 3 months’ salary slips. Scanned recent passport photograph and signature (JPG format).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- online (SC/ST/PwD/Ex-SM are exempt).
- Review the preview form carefully and click on Final Submit before 11 October 2026.
- Download and print the system-generated application confirmation page for future reference.
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Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
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