Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL), formerly Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited, a Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026 inviting online applications for 116 Non-Executive posts at its Corporate Office in Nagpur and project sites across India.
MECL offers excellent pay along with IDA, HRA, PF, NPS, medical insurance, vehicle loan facility, and house building advance — making this a strong opportunity for Graduates, B.Com, ITI, and Diploma holders looking for a stable PSU career.
| Organization | Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/Rectt./2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 116 (across 16 posts) |
| Category | Non-Executive Posts |
| Place of Posting | Nagpur & MECL Projects/Offices across India (and overseas as required) |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Registration Opens | 12.09.2026 |
| Registration Closes | 11.10.2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 01.09.2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies | Essential Qualification | Pay Scale (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accountant | 6 | Graduate + Intermediate CA/ICWA | 22,900–55,900 |
| 2 | Technician (Survey) | 12 | ITI/Diploma in Survey | 20,200–49,300 |
| 3 | Technician (Sampling) | 7 | B.Sc. | 20,200–49,300 |
| 4 | Technician (Laboratory) | 2 | B.Sc. (Chemistry/Physics/Geology) | 20,200–49,300 |
| 5 | Assistant (Materials) | 16 | Graduate with Maths / B.Com | 20,200–49,300 |
| 6 | Assistant (Accounts) | 10 | B.Com | 20,200–49,300 |
| 7 | Stenographer (English) | 4 | Graduate + Shorthand 80 wpm (English) | 20,200–49,300 |
| 8 | Assistant (Hindi) | 1 | Graduate with Hindi & English / Advanced Hindi | 20,200–49,300 |
| 9 | Electrician | 7 | ITI/Diploma (Electrical) + Wireman Certificate | 20,200–49,300 |
| 10 | Machinist | 2 | ITI (Turner/Machinist/Grinder/Miller) or Diploma (Mechanical) | 20,200–49,300 |
| 11 | Technician (Drilling) | 12 | ITI (Mechanic/Diesel/Motor/Fitter) or Diploma in Drilling/Mechanical + Valid HMV License | 20,200–49,300 |
| 12 | Mechanic | 1 | ITI (Diesel/Motor Mechanic/Fitter) or Diploma + Valid HMV License | 20,200–49,300 |
| 13 | Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling) | 30 | ITI (Mechanic EMM/Diesel/Motor/Fitter) or Diploma (Mechanical/Automobile/Drilling) | 20,200–49,300 |
| 14 | Junior Driver | 6 | 10th Pass + Valid LMV & HMV License | 19,600–47,900 |
| 15 | Assistant (IT) | 3 | BCA/BCS/BCCA/B.Sc.(CS/IT)/BISM or Graduate + PG Diploma in IT | 20,200–49,300 |
| 16 | Assistant (HR) | 3 | BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA/BBM/BSW | 20,200–49,300 |
Post-wise reservation (UR/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD/Ex-SM) and backlog vacancy details are given in the official notification. Maximum age limit for all posts is 30 years (with standard age relaxations for reserved categories).
🎓 Eligibility Snapshot
- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years for UR/EWS, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and additional relaxation for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and internal candidates, as per Government of India norms.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 45% in the essential qualification for all Non-Executive posts (pass is sufficient for CA/ICWA Intermediate).
- Experience: Varies by post — several posts (Assistants, Stenographer) require no prior experience, while Technician/Technical trades require 1–3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
📝 Selection Process
- Screening of online applications into “Eligible” / “Not Eligible” categories.
- Written Competitive Examination (100% weightage) conducted at Nagpur by an independent external Public Examination Authority.
- Cut-off: 50% for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS; 45% for SC/ST; relaxed standard for PwBD.
- Document Verification for candidates in the merit list (called in ratio up to 1:7 per vacancy).
- Skill Test / Trade Test (qualifying in nature only) — final merit list drawn based on Written Test marks alone.
No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the Written Test, Document Verification, or Skill/Trade Test.
💰 Application Fee
- Rs. 500/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
- No fee for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Serviceman/Departmental candidates.
- Payment via online payment gateway on the MECL recruitment portal only.
🏥 Medical Fitness
Selected candidates must be declared medically fit by a Government Medical Officer/CMO, including vision, hearing, cardiovascular, and neurological assessments. For Junior Driver, Mechanic, Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling), Machinist, Technician (Drilling), and Electrician posts, absence of colour blindness and night blindness is mandatory due to operational safety requirements.
📤 How to Apply
- Visit the Careers section of the MECL website (www.mecl.co.in) under “Advertisement Notices & Results.”
- The application link will be active from 12.09.2026 to 11.10.2026.
- Keep scanned passport-size photograph and signature ready in JPG/JPEG format.
- Register and fill in all mandatory personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Upload all required documents (Aadhaar, qualification certificates, category certificate, experience certificates, etc.) as per the prescribed format and file size (PDF, 500 KB each).
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- One candidate can apply for only one post from this advertisement — choose carefully as this cannot be changed later.
- Retain a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference (no need to send it to MECL).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in this MECL recruitment? A. There are 116 vacancies across 16 Non-Executive posts including Accountant, Technician, Assistant, Electrician, Mechanic, Junior Driver, and more.
Q2. What is the mode of application? A. Applications are accepted online only through the MECL careers portal. Any other mode of application will be summarily rejected.
Q3. What is the last date to apply? A. Online registration closes on 11.10.2026. The portal opened on 12.09.2026.
Q4. What is the application fee? A. Rs. 500/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q5. What is the age limit? A. Maximum 30 years for all posts (as UR/EWS), with standard Government of India age relaxations for reserved categories.
Q6. What is the selection process? A. Screening of applications, followed by a Written Test (100% weightage), Document Verification, and a qualifying Skill/Trade Test. Final merit is based purely on Written Test marks.
Q7. Where will the written test be held? A. All tests will be conducted at Nagpur City only.
Q8. Can I apply for more than one post? A. No. As per the notification, one candidate can apply for only one post in this advertisement.
Q9. Is Apprenticeship experience counted towards the required work experience? A. Yes, for ITI-qualified apprentices holding a National Apprenticeship Certificate under Schedule-1 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, apprenticeship training of one year or more can be considered as one year of work experience (effective 19.02.2024).
Q10. Where will selected candidates be posted? A. At any MECL Project, Office, or Establishment located anywhere in India, or overseas, as per company requirement.
🔗 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Now (Online Application) | APPLY NOW |
| Official Website | www.mecl.co.in |
| Official Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Technical Help-Desk | https://cgrs.ibps.in (9:30 AM–6:00 PM, working days) |
Disclaimer: This post is based on the official MECL advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official MECL website before applying.