MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released for dynamic and experienced individuals looking to work on a Fixed Term Engagement (FTE) basis. The Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Miniratna-I CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, is inviting online applications for 10 Young Professional posts in Geology, Geophysics, and Materials disciplines. If you meet the essential educational qualifications and have relevant post-qualification experience, you can submit your application online between February 23, 2026, and March 9, 2026. This article covers everything you need to know about important dates, application fees, eligibility criteria, and the selection process in a very simple and easy-to-read format.
MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Overview
Information
Details
Organization Name
Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL)
Post Name
Young Professional
Total Vacancies
10 Posts
Engagement Type
Fixed Term Engagement (FTE) Contractual basis
Advt. No.
01/Rectt./2026
Job Location
Anywhere in India (As per project requirement)
MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Advt. No.
Young Professional (Geology)
07
01/Rectt./2026
Young Professional (Geophysics)
01
01/Rectt./2026
Young Professional (Materials)
02
01/Rectt./2026
MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Qualification & Experience Required
Young Professional (Geology)
M.Sc/M.Tech/M.Sc.Tech in Geology/Earth Science/Applied Geology/Mineral Exploration/Geological Technology with 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in mineral exploration. Minimum 60% marks required.
Young Professional (Geophysics)
M.Sc/M.Tech/M.Sc.Tech in Geophysics/Applied Geophysics/Geophysical Technology with 2 years of post-qualification experience in Geophysical surveys. Minimum 60% marks required.
Young Professional (Materials)
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of post-qualification experience in materials management/procurement involving public procurement systems. Minimum 60% marks required.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on the information provided in the online application regarding their educational qualifications and relevant experience.
Stage 2: Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents (education, experience, caste, salary slips of last 3 months, ITR of last 2 years, etc.).
Stage 3: Personal Interview
Candidates who clear document verification will appear for a Personal Interview in Nagpur.
Stage 4: Medical Fitness
Final appointment is subject to being declared medically fit by a Govt. Medical Officer/CMO.
MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Allowances / Pay
Details
Monthly Remuneration
Rs. 60,000/- (Consolidated)
Provident Fund (PF)
12% employee contribution deducted from the consolidated amount, plus a matching contribution by MECL.
TA/DA & Allowances
Allowed domestic tour TA/DA and Hotel Accommodation equivalent to E-1 Grade Executives. Contractual employees get 1 day of leave per completed month.
What is the last date to apply for MECL Young Professional Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for MECL Young Professional positions is March 9, 2026. The application window opened on February 23, 2026.
What is the age limit for MECL Young Professional vacancies?
The maximum age limit for General/UR candidates is 35 years as of February 1, 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and up to 15 years for PwD candidates.
How much is the application fee for MECL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates belonging to General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay a fee of Rs. 500. SC, ST, PwD, Ex-SM, and Departmental candidates are completely exempted from paying the fee.
What is the selection process for MECL Young Professionals?
The selection is based on shortlisting candidates according to their academic merit and experience, followed by Document Verification and a Personal Interview held at Nagpur.
What is the monthly salary for a MECL Young Professional?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 60,000. Additionally, they are eligible for PF contributions and TA/DA allowances equivalent to E-1 grade executives during official tours.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Geology and Materials posts?
For Geology, candidates need an M.Sc/M.Tech in Geology with 60% marks and 2 years of experience. For Materials, a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks and 2 years of procurement experience is required.
Is this a permanent government job at MECL?
No, this recruitment is for a Fixed Term Engagement (FTE) on a contractual basis. However, MECL is a Miniratna-I CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, offering significant professional exposure.
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