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✓Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL)
📋 122 Vacancies 🎓 10th Pass with Driving License / ITI / Diploma in Engineering / B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A. / BBA / BCA / Intermediate CA or ICWA (post-wise, minimum 45% marks in qualifying degree) 🗺️ Corporate Office at Nagpur (Maharashtra) and Project Sites/Offices situated all over India / Overseas 💰 Rs. 19,600 - 55,900/- 📅 Age: Maximum 30 Years for UR/EWS candidates as on 01 September 2026 💳 Fee: Rs. 500/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates; Nil for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-SM and Departmental candidates
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⏰ Last Date: 11 October 2026
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Job Overview
Total Vacancies
122
Organisation
Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL)
Post Category
Central PSU / Non-Executive Technical & Administrative Jobs
Post Group
Non-Executive Cadre (W-3, W-4, W-7 Grades / IDA Pattern)
Pay Scale
Rs. 19,600 - 55,900/-
Job Location
Corporate Office at Nagpur (Maharashtra) and Project Sites/Offices situated all over India / Overseas
Application Mode
Online Only
Qualification
10th Pass with Driving License / ITI / Diploma in Engineering / B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A. / BBA / BCA / Intermediate CA or ICWA (post-wise, minimum 45% marks in qualifying degree)
Selection Process
Screening of Applications - Written Competitive Test (100% Weightage) - Document Verification (up to 1:7 ratio) - Trade Test / Skill Test (Qualifying)
Official Website
Important Dates
Notification Released
September 2026
Application Start
12 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
11 October 2026
Application Fee Last Date
11 October 2026
🔴 Application deadline has passed. This recruitment is now closed.
Full Details
The official MECL Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, under Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026 for Non-Executive positions.
- Vacancies & Posts: A total of 122 Non-Executive posts are available across 16 designations including Accountant, Technician (Survey, Sampling, Lab, Drilling), Assistant (Materials, Accounts, HR, IT, Hindi), Stenographer, Electrician, Machinist, Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling), and Junior Driver.
- Pay Scales: Selected candidates will receive regular IDA pay scales under Grade W-7 (₹22,900 – ₹55,900/-), Grade W-4 (₹20,200 – ₹49,300/-), and Grade W-3 (₹19,600 – ₹47,900/-) along with HRA, DA, Cafeteria perks, PF, and performance incentives.
- Eligibility & Age: Candidates possessing 10th Pass / ITI / Diploma / B.Sc. / B.Com / B.A. / BBA / BCA / Intermediate CA or ICWA with minimum 45% marks (Age limit: maximum 30 years as on 01 September 2026).
- Selection Process: Written Competitive Test (100% Weightage) conducted at Nagpur, followed by Document Verification (1:7 ratio) and Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying) (Fee: ₹500/- for Gen/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-SM).
Eligible candidates seeking to apply for this MECL Vacancy 2026 drive can submit their applications online via the MECL Official Career Portal between 12 September 2026 and 11 October 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here → |
| Apply Online | Click Here → |
| Official Website | Click Here → |
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Vacancy Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Dept / Ministry | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accountant | W-7 | 06 (Backlog: 6) | Rs. 22900-55900 |
| Technician (Survey) | W-4 | 12 (Fresh: 6, Backlog: 6) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Technician (Sampling) | W-4 | 07 (Fresh: 6, Backlog: 1) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Technician (Laboratory) | W-4 | 02 (Backlog: 2) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Assistant (Materials) | W-4 | 16 (Fresh: 6, Backlog: 10) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Assistant (Accounts) | W-4 | 10 (Fresh: 5, Backlog: 5) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Stenographer (English) | W-4 | 04 (Backlog: 4) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Assistant (Hindi) | W-4 | 01 (Backlog: 1) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Electrician | W-4 | 07 (Fresh: 6, Backlog: 1) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Machinist | W-4 | 02 (Backlog: 2) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Technician (Drilling) | W-4 | 12 (Backlog: 12) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Mechanic | W-4 | 01 (Backlog: 1) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling) | W-4 | 30 (Fresh: 24, Backlog: 6) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Junior Driver | W-3 | 06 (Fresh: 5, Backlog: 1) | Rs. 19600-47900 |
| Assistant (IT) | W-4 | 03 (Fresh: 3) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
| Assistant (HR) | W-4 | 03 (Fresh: 2, Backlog: 1) | Rs. 20200-49300 |
* Vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to revision. Check official notification PDF for category-wise breakup.
State-wise Vacancy
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Corporate Office Nagpur (Maharashtra) and Project Sites/Offices situated across India | 122 Posts |
* State-wise vacancy figures are as per the official notification and may change.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 30 (Survey: 4, Sampling: 4, Materials: 4, Accounts: 3, Electrician: 1, Mech-Op: 8, Driver: 3, IT: 2, HR: 2) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 34 (Accountant: 2, Survey: 3, Sampling: 2, Lab: 1, Materials: 3, Accounts: 3, Steno: 3, Electrician: 3, Drilling Tech: 4, Mechanic: 1, Mech-Op: 5, Driver: 2, IT: 1, HR: 1) |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 22 (Accountant: 3, Survey: 2, Sampling: 1, Materials: 4, Accounts: 1, Hindi: 1, Electrician: 1, Drilling Tech: 4, Mech-Op: 5) |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 21 (Accountant: 1, Survey: 1, Lab: 1, Materials: 3, Accounts: 1, Steno: 1, Electrician: 1, Machinist: 2, Drilling Tech: 4, Mech-Op: 5, Driver: 1) |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 15 (Survey: 2, Materials: 2, Accounts: 2, Electrician: 1, Mech-Op: 7, HR: 1) |
| PwD / PWBD (Horizontal Quota across eligible posts) | 10 (Accountant: 2, Materials: 6, Accounts: 1, Steno: 1) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) (Horizontal Quota across technical/support posts) | 33 |
* Candidates must hold a valid category certificate to claim reservation benefits.
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Accountant (Grade W-7) | Rs. 22,900 - 55,900/- | Approx. Rs. 38,000 - 45,000/- per month + Perks & Allowances |
| Technicians & Assistants (Grade W-4) | Rs. 20,200 - 49,300/- | Approx. Rs. 33,000 - 40,000/- per month + Perks & Allowances |
| Junior Driver (Grade W-3) | Rs. 19,600 - 47,900/- | Approx. Rs. 31,000 - 37,000/- per month + Perks & Allowances |
* Salary includes basic pay as per 7th Pay Commission. HRA, DA and other allowances are additional.
Age Relaxation
General Age Limit: Maximum 30 Years for UR/EWS candidates as on 01 September 2026
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD - General) | 10 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD - OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD - SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) | As per Government of India guidelines |
| Retrenched Ex-Contingent Workmen of MECL | Up to 20 Years |
| Internal MECL Candidates | Up to 01 Year (upon approval of CMD) |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules. Candidates must provide valid category certificate at the time of document verification.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Citizen of India
Experience
Nil to 03 Years relevant post-qualification experience (post-wise)
- → Accountant (W-7): Graduate and Intermediate pass of CA / ICWA with at least 03 years post-qualification relevant experience in accounts work (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Technician (Survey) (W-4): ITI in Survey OR Diploma in Survey; 01 year post-qualification survey experience is desirable (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Technician (Sampling) (W-4): B.Sc. Degree; 01 year post-qualification experience in Drill Core/Mine Sampling is desirable (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Technician (Laboratory) (W-4): B.Sc. in Chemistry / Physics / Geology; 01 year laboratory experience is desirable (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Assistant (Materials) (W-4): Graduate with Mathematics OR B.Com. (ODL degrees permissible); No experience required (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Assistant (Accounts) (W-4): B.Com. Degree (ODL degrees permissible); No experience required (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Stenographer (English) (W-4): Graduate in any stream with Certificate in English Shorthand with 80 wpm speed; No experience required (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Assistant (Hindi) (W-4): Graduate with Hindi and English as subjects OR Degree in English with Advance Hindi; No experience required (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Electrician (W-4): ITI (Electrical) OR Diploma (Electrical) with Valid Wireman Certificate, plus 01 year post-qualification experience in electrical wiring/repairs/power generation/distribution (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Machinist (W-4): ITI in Turner / Machinist / Miller / Grinder trade OR Diploma in Mechanical / Production / Tool & Die Engineering, plus 01 year machine shop industrial experience (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Technician (Drilling) (W-4): ITI in Mechanic (Earth Moving Machinery) / Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic / Fitter OR Diploma in Drilling/Mechanical Engineering with Valid HMV License, plus 01 year experience in drill rig operations/maintenance (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Mechanic (W-4): ITI in Diesel / Motor Mechanic / Fitter OR Diploma in Mechanical / Automobile / Production / Manufacturing Engineering with Valid HMV License, plus 01 year relevant mechanic experience (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling) (W-4): ITI in Mechanic (EMM) / Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic / Fitter OR Diploma in Mechanical / Automobile / Drilling Engineering, plus 01 year experience in diesel/motor mechanic/fitter/drilling trade (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Junior Driver (W-3): 10th Class Pass with Valid LMV and HMV Driving Licenses, plus 01 year consolidated experience in driving light and heavy vehicles (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Assistant (IT) (W-4): BCA / BCS / BCCA / B.Sc. (CS/IT/Computer Applications) / BISM OR Graduation in any stream with minimum 1-year Diploma or PG Diploma in IT/CS/Computer Applications (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Assistant (HR) (W-4): BA / B.Com / B.Sc / BBA / BBM / BSW from a recognized University; No experience required (Age: Max 30 years).
- → Minimum qualifying marks in essential qualifications: 45% aggregate marks for all non-executive posts (pass class sufficient for Intermediate CA/ICWA).
- → Cut-off Date for reckoning age, educational qualification, and experience: 01 September 2026.
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Application Fee
💡 Fee can be paid online via UPI, Net Banking, VISA/Mastercard/RuPay on the official portal.
Selection Process
1
Screening and shortlisting of online applications to determine eligible candidates
2
Written Competitive Examination conducted at Nagpur City by an Independent Public Examination Authority (100% Weightage)
3
Securing Minimum Cut-off Marks in Written Test (50% for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS; 45% for SC/ST; relaxed standards for PwD)
4
Document Verification (DV) of shortlisted candidates called ordinarily in the ratio of up to 1:7 in order of merit
5
Trade Test / Skill Test for candidates clearing Document Verification (Qualifying in nature - categorized into 'Suitable' / 'Not Suitable')
6
Preparation of Final Merit List in order of merit based strictly on Written Test marks among candidates declared 'Suitable' in Skill Test
7
Pre-employment Medical Examination by Government Medical Officer / CMO of Government Hospital
8
Character & Antecedents Verification followed by Final Appointment on 1-Year Probation
How to Apply Online
1
Visit the official MECL website at MECL Official Website and navigate to the "Careers" section.
2
Click on the "Advertisement Notices & Results" tab and select "Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026".
3
Open the online application portal link (active from 12 September 2026 to 11 October 2026).
4
Register with your valid email ID, active mobile number, and personal details to obtain login credentials.
5
Fill in your personal, educational qualification, category, and relevant work experience details accurately.
6
Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and self-attested document PDFs (max 500 KB per set) including ID proof, marksheets, certificates, and experience documents.
7
Pay the online application registration fee of Rs. 500/- via the integrated payment gateway (exempted for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-SM/Departmental candidates).
8
Verify all entered details carefully and submit the application form before 11 October 2026.
9
Download and retain a printout of the finalized application form along with fee payment receipt for document verification.
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Job Role
Working Hours
Standard enterprise hours (8-hour operational shifts for site/rig crew; regular office timings at Corporate Office).
Department
Drilling, Geology & Survey, Chemical Laboratory, Materials Management, Finance & Accounts, HR & Administration, IT.
Posting Location
Corporate Office Nagpur (Maharashtra) and Project Sites / Exploration Camps located across India or overseas.
Responsibilities:
Operating and maintaining core drilling rigs (hydrostatic, conventional, RC, DTH) and surface exploration machinery (Drilling Technicians/Mechanics).
Carrying out theodolite/total station topographical surveys and geological mine mapping (Survey Technicians).
Collecting drill core samples, geological splitting, and mineralogical laboratory chemical testing (Sampling/Lab Technicians).
Managing inventory records, store requisitioning, and SAP-MM / SAP-FICO enterprise modules (Materials/Accounts Assistants).
Operating heavy/light transport vehicles, performing routine engine tuning, and vehicle maintenance (Junior Drivers).
Daily Work:
Exploration rig operations, sample cataloging, surveying, workshop machining, data entry, accounting entries, and field inspections.
Working Environment:
Mix of corporate technical offices, mineral testing laboratories, workshop machine floors, and outdoor mining exploration camps.
Operating and maintaining core drilling rigs (hydrostatic, conventional, RC, DTH) and surface exploration machinery (Drilling Technicians/Mechanics).
Carrying out theodolite/total station topographical surveys and geological mine mapping (Survey Technicians).
Collecting drill core samples, geological splitting, and mineralogical laboratory chemical testing (Sampling/Lab Technicians).
Managing inventory records, store requisitioning, and SAP-MM / SAP-FICO enterprise modules (Materials/Accounts Assistants).
Operating heavy/light transport vehicles, performing routine engine tuning, and vehicle maintenance (Junior Drivers).
Daily Work:
Exploration rig operations, sample cataloging, surveying, workshop machining, data entry, accounting entries, and field inspections.
Working Environment:
Mix of corporate technical offices, mineral testing laboratories, workshop machine floors, and outdoor mining exploration camps.
Career Growth
Promotion Timeline
Governed by MECL's Non-Executive Promotion Policy (performance appraisals, trade proficiency assessments, and seniority-cum-merit reviews typically every 3 to 5 years).
Promotion Hierarchy:
Workman Cadre (W-3 / W-4)
Senior Workman / Master Technician (W-5 / W-6 / W-7)
Supervisor / Junior Executive (E-0)
Assistant Executive Engineer / Officer (E-1)
Executive Engineer / Manager (E-2 / E-3)
Structured promotional ladders enabling skilled technicians and non-executives to transition into supervisory and executive management cadres in India's leading mineral exploration CPSE.
Workman Cadre (W-3 / W-4)
Senior Workman / Master Technician (W-5 / W-6 / W-7)
Supervisor / Junior Executive (E-0)
Assistant Executive Engineer / Officer (E-1)
Executive Engineer / Manager (E-2 / E-3)
Structured promotional ladders enabling skilled technicians and non-executives to transition into supervisory and executive management cadres in India's leading mineral exploration CPSE.
Documents Required
Recent passport size colour photograph (JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, no selfies)
Scanned Signature (JPG/JPEG format)
Government ID Proof (PDF, max 500 KB)
Valid LMV / HMV Driving License (mandatory for Junior Driver, Mechanic, and Drilling Technician posts)
10th Standard Marksheet & Passing Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
12th Standard Marksheet & Passing Certificate
Essential Educational Qualification Marksheets (all semesters/consolidated) and Degree/Diploma/ITI Passing Certificates
University / Institute Grade Conversion Formula for CGPA/OGPA into equivalent percentage
Valid Wireman Certificate (for Electrician post)
English Shorthand 80 wpm Certificate (for Stenographer post)
Experience Certificate(s) signed and stamped by employer indicating exact appointment date, relieving date, and nature of duties
Last 03 months Salary Slips / proof of remuneration
Central Government Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC-NCL (OBC-NCL certificate issued on or after 01 April 2026)
EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued in the current financial year
Disability Certificate issued by Competent Medical Authority (minimum 40% benchmark disability)
Discharge Book / Service Certificate for Ex-Servicemen
No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates working in CPSE/SPSE/Govt./Autonomous Bodies
Recruitment Overview
Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) has released its official notification under Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026, inviting online applications for 122 Non-Executive vacancies. As a premier Miniratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise operating under the Ministry of Mines, MECL plays a strategic role in mineral exploration and mining consultancy across the country. This recruitment drive encompasses technical trades, laboratory analysts, accounting professionals, IT assistants, and support staff across W-3, W-4, and W-7 pay grades, providing stable PSU employment with competitive benefits.
About the Organization
Established in 1972, Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) is an autonomous central public enterprise headquartered in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Mandated with carrying out systematic geological exploration for metallic and non-metallic minerals, coal, lignite, and rare earth elements, MECL delivers concept-to-commissioning consultancy, detailed exploratory drilling, geophysical logging, and laboratory analytics for major public and private mining entities across India and abroad.
About the Job Profile
Appointed candidates will execute crucial operational and support duties across MECL's diverse projects. Drilling technicians and mechanics operate core drilling rigs and hydraulic drill strings in rugged terrains; Survey technicians conduct topographical baseline mapping; Laboratory technicians perform chemical and petrological assays of mineral ores; and Administrative assistants manage human resources, materials procurement, and accounting workflows using enterprise platforms such as SAP-FICO and SAP-MM.
Career Opportunities
Joining MECL provides long-term career progression in the mineral exploration sector. Non-executive staff receive regular IDA pay scales supplemented by dearness allowance, house rent allowance, cafeteria perks, provident fund, contributory pension (NPS), performance-linked incentives, medical insurance, and advance schemes. Internal promotion avenues allow qualified and dedicated technicians to rise into supervisory and executive engineering positions.
Preparation Tips
Since the selection process allocates 100% weightage to the Written Competitive Examination, candidates must focus heavily on scoring high in the written test at Nagpur. The test evaluates both general aptitude and core trade/discipline theory. ITI and Diploma candidates should thoroughly revise National Trade Certificate curricula, workshop calculations, and industrial safety standards; Commerce applicants should master taxation, auditing, and corporate accounting. Candidates who qualify the written test should prepare for the subsequent practical Trade/Skill Test to secure final selection.
JobDex Expert Advice
Applicants should carefully scan and bundle their self-attested documents into single PDF files (under 500 KB each) before initiating online registration. Note that one applicant is permitted to apply for only one post; in case of multiple submissions, only the latest registration with the higher application number will be accepted. Complete your online registration on the MECL portal well before the 11 October 2026 deadline to avoid technical interruptions.
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