MECL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online Starts for 122 Posts
Rahul Kumar
SSC Exam Expert & Content Editor
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MECL has released the notification for 122 Non-Executive posts. Online applications run from 12 September to 11 October 2026. Check post-wise vacancy, eligibility, fee, salary and how to apply.
Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) has released the notification for 122 Non-Executive posts under Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026. The online application started on 12 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 11 October 2026. Posts include Accountant, Technician, Assistant, Stenographer, Electrician, Machinist, Mechanic and Junior Driver.
MECL is a Miniratna-I Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Mines. If you have a 10th pass, ITI, diploma or graduation and want a stable government job, read the full details below.
MECL Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/Rectt./2026 |
| Post Type | Non-Executive posts |
| Total Vacancies | 122 |
| Application Start | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 October 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Test Location | Nagpur (as per reports) |
| Official Website | mecl.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 12 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 11 October 2026 |
| Age and eligibility calculated as on | 1 September 2026 |
| Written test and skill/trade test | To be announced on the MECL website |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Accountant | W-7 | 6 |
| Technician (Survey) | W-4 | 12 |
| Technician (Sampling) | W-4 | 7 |
| Technician (Laboratory) | W-4 | 2 |
| Technician (Drilling) | W-4 | 12 |
| Assistant (Materials) | W-4 | 16 |
| Assistant (Accounts) | W-4 | 10 |
| Assistant (IT) | W-4 | 3 |
| Assistant (HR) | W-4 | 3 |
| Assistant (Hindi) | W-4 | 1 |
| Stenographer (English) | W-4 | 4 |
| Electrician | W-4 | 7 |
| Machinist | W-4 | 2 |
| Mechanic | W-4 | 1 |
| Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling) | W-4 | 30 |
| Junior Driver | W-3 | 6 |
| Total | 122 |
The largest number of posts is for Mechanic-cum-Operator (Drilling), with 30 vacancies, followed by Assistant (Materials) with 16 and Technician (Survey) and Technician (Drilling) with 12 each.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 1 September 2026)
- Maximum age is 30 years for General and EWS candidates.
- Reserved categories get age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwD (General) | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| PwD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
Educational Qualification and Experience (sample posts)
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Accountant (W-7) | Graduate with Intermediate CA / ICWA | 3 years after qualification |
| Technician (Survey) | ITI or Diploma in Survey | 1 year (desirable) |
| Junior Driver (W-3) | 10th pass with valid LMV / HMV licence | 1 year of driving experience |
| Assistant (Materials / Accounts / IT / HR) | As given in the notification for each post | No experience required |
The minimum marks required for direct recruitment to all non-executive posts is 45% in the qualifying exam. The qualification is different for each post, so read the official notification for your post before applying.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
| Eligible departmental candidates | Exempted |
Selection Process
- Screening of online applications as per the eligibility given in the notification.
- Written competitive examination. The merit list is prepared on the written exam marks.
- Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Skill / Trade test for the posts that need it. This test is qualifying in nature.
- Final merit list and selection.
To qualify in the written test, UR, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates need 50% marks and SC/ST candidates need 45%. PwD candidates get relaxation as per government rules.
Salary
| Grade | Pay Scale (per month) |
|---|---|
| W-7 (Accountant) | ₹22,900 – ₹55,900 |
| W-4 (Technician, Assistant, Stenographer, Electrician, Machinist, Mechanic) | ₹20,200 – ₹49,300 |
| W-3 (Junior Driver) | ₹19,600 – ₹47,900 |
Along with the basic pay, employees get IDA, HRA, group insurance, Provident Fund, NPS and performance-linked incentives.
How to Apply for MECL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website mecl.co.in.
- Go to Careers and then Advertisement Notices and Results.
- Open the link for Advertisement No. 03/Rectt./2026 and read the notification.
- Fill in your personal, educational and experience details.
- Choose your category and select one post only. You can apply for just one post.
- Upload the documents, including Aadhaar, educational certificates, experience certificate, photograph and signature.
- Pay the ₹500 fee online if you belong to a paying category.
- Submit before 11 October 2026 and download the confirmation for your records.
Tips for Candidates
- Choose your post carefully. You cannot apply for more than one post.
- Keep experience certificates ready in the format asked, as they are checked at the document verification stage.
- Start with the exam basics: General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability and English, along with your technical subject.
- Trade and technical posts are practical in nature, so revise the skills related to your trade.
- Do not wait for the last date. Apply early to avoid technical problems.
Note: This article is based on the official MECL notification and published reports as on 20 September 2026. Please check the notification on mecl.co.in for post-wise qualification before you apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in MECL Recruitment 2026?
There are 122 vacancies for Non-Executive posts such as Accountant, Technician, Assistant, Stenographer, Electrician, Machinist, Mechanic and Junior Driver.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for MECL 2026?
The last date to apply online is 11 October 2026. The application started on 12 September 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for MECL Non-Executive posts?
The maximum age is 30 years for General and EWS candidates, as on 1 September 2026. Reserved categories get relaxation as per government rules.
Q4. What is the application fee for MECL recruitment?
The fee is ₹500 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwD and ex-servicemen candidates are exempted.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one post?
No. You can apply for only one post in this recruitment.
Q6. What is the selection process for MECL?
It includes screening of applications, a written examination, document verification, a skill or trade test (qualifying) and the final merit list.
Rahul Kumar
SSC Exam Expert & Content Editor
Rahul is a senior SSC exam strategist with 8+ years of experience helping aspirants crack CGL, CHSL and MTS exams. He writes in-depth notification breakdowns, exam pattern guides and preparation strategies.