MECON Recruitment 2026 is open for 159 Full Time Fixed Tenure (FTFT) posts of Junior, Assistant, Deputy and Additional Engineer and Deputy Executive. Online applications run from 03 October 2026 to 17 October 2026 on the official MECON career portal, and selection is by personal interview only.
MECON Limited is a Miniratna, Schedule “A” PSU under the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, headquartered in Doranda, Ranchi. This contractual recruitment (Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04) covers Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mining, Safety, Quality, Planning, Environmental and Contracts disciplines for projects across India.
MECON Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | MECON Limited (PSU, Ministry of Steel) |
| Advertisement No. | 2026/Cont/04 |
| Engagement type | Contractual – Full Time Fixed Tenure (FTFT) |
| Total vacancies | 159 posts (59 post codes) |
| Posts | Jr. Engineer, Asst. Engineer, Dy. Engineer, Addl. Engineer, Dy. Executive (Contracts) |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, Diploma, B.Sc/M.Sc (post-wise) |
| Experience | 1 to 16 years (post-wise) |
| Upper age limit | 50 years (General/EWS) |
| Monthly pay | Rs. 41,190 to Rs. 78,390 (consolidated) |
| Contract period | 1 to 5 years |
| Selection | Personal interview |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Official website | www.meconlimited.co.in |
MECON Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The last date to apply online for MECON FTFT posts is 17 October 2026. Age and experience are counted as on the cut-off date of 25 September 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 03.10.2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 17.10.2026 |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification and experience | 25.09.2026 |
| Interview date | To be announced on MECON website |
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MECON Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details, Salary and Place of Posting
MECON has notified 159 vacancies across 59 post codes; the largest are Dy. Executive (Contracts) with 18 posts and Jr. Engineer (Electrical) with 14 posts. Experience is post-qualification experience as on 25.09.2026.
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Experience (yrs) | Pay/month (Rs.) | Tenure (yrs) | Place of posting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addl. Engineer (Civil) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Addl. Engineer (Structural) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Addl. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Addl. Engineer (Planning) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech any branch | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Engineer (Safety) | 1 | Diploma / non-engg. degree + safety/HSE course | 16 | 78,390 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Addl. Engineer (Quality) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical + NDT Level-2 | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Addl. Engineer (Quality) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Addl. Engineer (Mining) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mining | 10 | 67,860 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Structural) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Refractory) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Ceramic | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Electrical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Electrical / EEE | 5 | 54,990 | 1 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Instrumentation) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Instrumentation / I&C / E&I | 5 | 54,990 | 1 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Planning) | 4 | B.E/B.Tech any branch | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Quality) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Asst. Engineer (Safety) | 3 | Diploma / non-engg. degree + safety/HSE course | 5 | 43,880 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. / Asst. Engineer (Mineral Processing) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mineral Processing/Mech/Chem/Met or B.Sc/M.Sc Chemistry | 5 | 54,990 / 43,880 | 2 | Rampura Agucha Mines / Debari, Rajasthan |
| Dy. Engineer (Mining) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mining | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Malanjkhand |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 3 | 45,050 | 2 | Ranchi |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 4 | B.E/B.Sc Engg/B.Tech Mechanical | 2 | 45,050 | 5 | Burnpur |
| Addl. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 10 | 67,860 | 1 | Bangalore / Nasik |
| Dy. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 5 | Full-time 4-yr B.E/B.Tech Civil | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Bokaro / Vizag |
| Addl. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 5 | Full-time 4-yr B.E/B.Tech Civil | 9 | 67,860 | 5 | Bokaro / Vizag |
| Asst. Engineer (I&PC) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Instrumentation | 2 | 45,050 | 3 | Bacheli / Nagarnar |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 4 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 3 | 45,050 | 1 | Durgapur / Burnpur |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 4 | B.Tech Mechanical | 2 | 45,050 | 3 | Burnpur / Bhilai |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical / Power Plant | 3 | 45,050 | 5 | Burnpur |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 3 | 45,050 | 5 | Ranchi |
| Asst. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 4 | B.E/B.Tech Civil / Mechanical | 2 | 45,050 | 5 | Burnpur / Durgapur |
| Dy. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 4 | B.E/B.Tech Civil / Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Burnpur / Durgapur |
| Addl. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Civil / Mechanical | 9 | 67,860 | 5 | Burnpur / Durgapur |
| Jr. Engineer (Env. Engg) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Chemical / Mechanical | 1 | 42,800 | 1 | Bhilai |
| Jr. Engineer (Electrical) | 14 | B.E/B.Tech Electrical / EEE | 1 or 2 | 42,800 / 45,050 | 3 | Bhilai / Bellary / Malanjkhand |
| Asst. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 10 | Full-time 4-yr B.E/B.Tech Civil / Mechanical | 2 | 45,050 | 3 | Burnpur / Bhilai / Rourkela / Bacheli / Mumbai / Sukhrangi / Vizag / Musabani / Malanjkhand / Rohane |
| Jr. / Asst. / Dy. Engineer (Safety) | 1 | Any graduate or B.E/B.Tech + Diploma in Industrial Health & Safety | 2 to 5 | 41,190 to 54,990 | 2 | Donimalai |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Nagarnar |
| Dy. Engineer (Civil) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Nagarnar |
| Dy. Engineer (Electrical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Electrical / EEE / ECE | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Nagarnar |
| Deputy Engineer (Safety) | 2 | Diploma or Degree in Industrial Safety | 10 or 5 | 49,140 / 54,990 | 1 | Paradip |
| Deputy Engineer (Civil) | 2 | Diploma or B.E/B.Tech Civil (or equivalent) | 10 or 5 | 49,140 / 54,990 | 1 | Paradip |
| Dy. Executive (Contracts) | 18 | B.E/B.Tech any discipline | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Bhilai / Rourkela / Nagarnar / Bacheli / Ranchi |
| Dy. Engineer (Civil) | 10 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Burnpur / Bhilai |
| Dy. Engineer (Projects) | 3 | B.E/B.Tech Mech / Elec / Civil | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Ranchi |
| Dy. Engineer (Env. Engg) | 1 | M.Sc Environmental Science / Chemistry | 5 | 54,990 | 3 | Bhilai |
| Dy. Engineer (Env. Engg) | 1 | M.Sc Botany / Zoology / Ecology | 5 | 54,990 | 3 | Bhilai |
| Dy. Engineer (Env. Engg) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc Engg Chemical / Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 3 | Bhilai |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 6 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 3 | 45,050 | 5 | Ranchi |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 5 | Ranchi |
| Dy. Engineer (Electrical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Electrical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Asst. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 2 | 45,050 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Asst. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 2 | 45,050 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Asst. Engineer (Civil & Structural) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Civil | 2 | 45,050 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (I&PC) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Instrumentation / E&I / I&C | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Electrical) | 2 | B.E/B.Tech Electrical / EEE | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Env. Engg) | 1 | Bachelor’s Env./Mech./Chem. Engg or Master’s Env. Science + NABET EIA Coordinator | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
| Dy. Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical | 5 | 54,990 | 2 | Bangalore |
The specific field of experience differs for each post code (for example, Primavera planning, QA/QC, thermal power, steel plant SMS, EIA/EMP). Check the exact requirement in the official notification before applying.
MECON Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need a regular, full-time qualification from a recognised university or institute (UGC/AICTE approved) plus the post-wise experience shown above. Certificate courses, such as safety diplomas, may be done part time.
What counts as work experience
- Full-time, regular-salaried work in the relevant field only.
- MT / ET / GT on-the-job training counts only if done in a PSU.
- Apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act counts.
- Freelance, entrepreneurial, internship, articleship, teaching, research and academic project work do not count.
- Experience certificates from every past employer are mandatory; self-declarations are not accepted.
MECON Age Limit 2026 and Age Relaxation
The upper age limit is 50 years for General and EWS candidates as on 25.09.2026. Relaxation applies as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwD – General (UR) | 10 years |
| PwD – OBC (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwD – SC / ST | 15 years |
| J&K domicile (01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. of India rules |
SC, ST and OBC candidates applying against UR posts get no age or fee relaxation.
MECON Salary 2026 and Other Benefits
The consolidated monthly pay ranges from Rs. 41,190 to Rs. 78,390 depending on the post. On top of the pay, selected candidates get:
- Site allowance: 7.5% of pay at site/project locations.
- Metro allowance: 2.5% of pay at metro locations.
- HRA: 5% of pay if company accommodation is not taken.
- Annual increment: 3% of consolidated pay.
- Medical: Ispat Hospital facilities at Ranchi; retainer doctor elsewhere; mediclaim premium reimbursement up to Rs. 15,000 (Rs. 4 lakh floater cover).
- Leave: 12 days CL, 18 days EL (accumulates up to 45), 14 days HPL, maternity leave as for regular staff, plus national, festival and 4 restricted holidays.
- Group Personal Accident Policy: Rs. 25 lakh sum insured.
The offer is issued for 1 year at first and renewed yearly up to the post’s contract period, based on performance and company needs.
MECON Application Fee 2026
The fee is Rs. 500 (non-refundable) for UR, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates, paid online only through the payment gateway in the application form. SC, ST, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and internal candidates are exempt. After paying, click Verify so the application status changes to “Submitted”.
MECON Selection Process 2026
Selection is through a personal interview, followed by document verification and a medical examination. The interview list, date and venue are posted on the MECON website and emailed to shortlisted candidates. Outstation candidates get travel allowance at 3AC/CC rail fare or Rs. 7 per km by road, whichever is less.
How to Apply for MECON Recruitment 2026
- Visit www.meconlimited.co.in and go to Careers → Career Opportunities → Apply Online.
- Find Advt. No. 2026/Cont/04 and read the full notification.
- Register with an active email ID and mobile number (they cannot be changed later).
- Fill in personal, educational and experience details carefully; no edits are allowed after submission.
- Upload a passport photo and signature (JPG/JPEG, up to 40 KB each).
- Upload all self-attested documents merged into one PDF of up to 1 MB, not password-protected.
- Pay Rs. 500 (if applicable) and click Verify.
- Save a printout of the application to carry to the interview.
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for MECON Recruitment 2026? The last date is 17 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026? There are 159 vacancies across 59 post codes.
What is the salary for MECON Deputy Engineer? Dy. Engineer posts carry Rs. 54,990 per month consolidated, plus applicable allowances.
Is there a written exam? No. Selection is by personal interview only, though MECON may change the mode if required.
What is the maximum age for MECON FTFT posts? 50 years for General/EWS, with relaxation for OBC, SC, ST, PwD and others.
Are these permanent jobs? No. These are contractual posts for 1 to 5 years, renewed yearly based on performance.
Where can I send queries? Email recruit@meconlimited.co.in or call 0651-2483571 / 2483043 (10 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Saturday, except 2nd and 4th Saturday).