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MECON Limited Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 159 Junior, Assistant & Deputy Engineer Posts

Advt No: Ref. Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04•MECON Limited (A Government of India Enterprise, Ministry of Steel)

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⏳ 14 Days Left to Apply
100% Official
Total Vacancies
MECON

159

Civil Engineering Cadre (Jr Engineer / Asst Engineer / Dy Engineer), Mechanical Engineering Cadre (Jr Engineer / Asst Engineer / Dy Engineer), Electrical Engineering Cadre (Jr Engineer / Asst Engineer / Dy Engineer)

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 40 Yrs

as on 17 Oct 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹35,000–₹85,000

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MECON Limited (A Government of India Enterprise, Ministry of Steel) (Advt No: Ref. Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04)

About this Recruitment

MECON Limited, a premier Miniratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, has published recruitment advertisement Ref. Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04 inviting online applications for 159 Executive & Engineering cadre positions. The recruitment is open for engineers across Civil (45), Mechanical (42), Electrical (35), Instrumentation (18), and Mining/Metallurgy (19) disciplines for project sites across India and the corporate office in Ranchi. Candidates holding a recognized B.E. / B.Tech degree or Diploma in relevant engineering branches with at least 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST) and relevant post-qualification experience are eligible. Appointees receive consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹35,000 to ₹85,000+ alongside site allowance, EPF benefits, medical insurance, and performance bonuses. Online applications close on 17 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • 159 Executive and Engineering vacancies announced by Miniratna PSU MECON Limited.
  • Opportunities across core disciplines: Civil (45), Mechanical (42), Electrical (35), Instrumentation (18), and Mining/Metallurgy (19).
  • Attractive consolidated pay ranging from ₹35,000 to ₹85,000+ per month plus project site allowances and mediclaim.
  • Direct shortlisting and Personal Interview based selection (no pen-and-paper written test).
  • Application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen apply free.
  • Online registration portal is open from 03 October 2026 to 17 October 2026 (6:00 PM).

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on: 17 October 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): +3 Years
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 17 October 2026)

Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE, DIPLOMA

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

30 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

3 October 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

17 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Civil Engineering Cadre (Jr Engineer / Asst Engineer / Dy Engineer)45 B TECH BE
Mechanical Engineering Cadre (Jr Engineer / Asst Engineer / Dy Engineer)42 B TECH BE
Electrical Engineering Cadre (Jr Engineer / Asst Engineer / Dy Engineer)35 B TECH BE
Instrumentation & Control Engineering Cadre18 B TECH BE
Mining, Metallurgy & Mineral Processing Cadre19 B TECH BE
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Consolidated monthly compensation ranging from ₹35,000 (Junior Engineer) to ₹85,000+ (Deputy / Additional Engineer) plus Site Allowance, Mobile Allowance, Medical Insurance, and Annual Performance Incentives

Official Pay Scale

₹35,000 – ₹85,000 consolidated

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹35,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹17,500
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹6,300
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700
Gross Monthly Salary₹61,500
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹5,250
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹450
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹5,760
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹55,740

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹7.38 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Access the MECON Limited careers website at careers.meconlimited.co.in.

2

Click on 'Current Openings' and locate 'Ref. Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04 - Recruitment of Engineering Professionals on Contract'.

3

Click 'Apply Online' and register using your valid email address and primary mobile phone number.

4

Fill in personal particulars, academic qualifications (with percentage calculations), and detailed post-qualification work experience.

5

Upload scanned copies of photograph (20 to 50 KB, JPG), signature (10 to 20 KB, JPG), degree certificates, and experience letters (PDF format, under 1 MB).

6

Pay the application fee of ₹500 online through debit card, credit card, or net banking (exempt for SC/ST/PwBD).

7

Submit the application form and download the final acknowledgment copy for presentation during document verification.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Color Passport Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG format, clear background taken within 3 months

Signature of Applicant

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG format, black ink on white paper

Engineering Degree / Diploma Certificate & Consolidated Marksheets

PDF format, under 1 MB, showing final percentage of marks and branch

Work Experience Certificates & Relieving Letters

PDF format, detailing total post-qualification experience in years and months

Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)

Valid Government of India format certificate if claiming reservation

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Application Fee Details

General, OBC, and EWS Candidates₹500
SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: Online payment via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI on MECON Careers Portal

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Preliminary Scrutiny of Online Applications and Shortlisting based on academic percentage and relevant engineering experience
2
Stage 2: Personal Interview (In-Person at Ranchi/Delhi or through Video Conferencing) assessing technical competence and project handling
3
Stage 3: Original Document Verification (Degree Certificates, Experience Letters, NOC, and Category Credentials)
4
Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Examination as per MECON Medical Rules

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in MECON Limited Recruitment 2026?

A total of 159 Executive & Engineering positions are advertised across Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Mining/Metallurgy disciplines under Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04.

What is the educational qualification required for MECON Engineers?

Applicants must possess a regular full-time B.E. / B.Tech degree or 3-year Engineering Diploma in the relevant discipline from an AICTE/UGC recognized university or institute with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD).

What is the monthly salary at MECON Limited for these posts?

Remuneration is consolidated: Junior Engineers receive ₹35,000/month, Assistant Engineers ₹45,000/month, Deputy Engineers ₹65,000/month, and Additional Engineers ₹85,000+ per month, plus project site allowances (₹5,000 - ₹12,000/month) and mobile/medical covers.

What is the age limit for MECON Engineering posts?

The upper age limit ranges between 30 and 40 years depending on the cadre level as of 17 October 2026. Age relaxations of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD apply as per Central Government norms.

What is the selection process for MECON Limited Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on shortlisting according to academic merit and relevant post-qualification experience, followed by a Personal Interview (either in-person at Ranchi/Delhi or via video conferencing) and pre-employment medical examination.

Where will the selected engineers be posted?

Selected candidates will be deployed at MECON corporate office in Ranchi, zonal offices, or at various steel plant project sites across India including Bokaro, Rourkela, Bhilai, Durgapur, Nagarnar, and Visakhapatnam.

What is the last date to apply online for MECON?

The online application portal closes on 17 October 2026 at 6:00 PM on careers.meconlimited.co.in.

What is the application fee for MECON Engineer posts?

General, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay ₹500 online. SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fully exempt from the application fee.

Application StatusActive

Last Date to Apply

17 October 2026

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