Engineers India Limited (EIL), a premier Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has released Advertisement No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/10 for 20 posts of Associate Engineer Grade-I (Inspection) on a contract basis. The two specialisations are Mechanical/Metallurgical (16 posts) and Electrical (4 posts). The online application window opened on 26 September 2026 and closes on 12 October 2026. The monthly salary ranges from Rs. 57,600 to Rs. 64,000 depending on the city category of posting. The eligibility cut-off date for all conditions including age, qualification and experience is 31 August 2026.
Important Note: Three things every applicant must verify before submitting. First, both posts require 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in inspection work – specifically in refinery and petrochemical equipment for the Mechanical/Metallurgical post, and in electrical equipment inspection for the Electrical post. Candidates without this experience are not eligible. Second, the eligibility cut-off date is 31 August 2026, not the application closing date of 12 October 2026. Age, qualification and experience must all be fulfilled as on 31 August 2026. Third, these are contract positions, not permanent regular posts. Candidates must note this before applying.
EIL Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Engineers India Limited (EIL) |
| Advertisement No. | HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/10 |
| Post Name | Associate Engineer Grade-I (Inspection) |
| Specialisations | Mechanical/Metallurgical and Electrical |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Maximum Age | 32 years (as on 31 August 2026) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 57,600 to Rs. 64,000 per month (city-category based) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Opens | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 October 2026 |
| Official Website | engineersindia.com |
EIL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 October 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 |
EIL Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Gr. I – Inspection (Mechanical/Metallurgical) | 16 |
| Associate Engineer Gr. I – Inspection (Electrical) | 4 |
| Total | 20 |
EIL Salary 2026: City-Category Based Monthly Pay
| Designation | X Category Cities | Y Category Cities | Z Category Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Grade-I | Rs. 64,000 | Rs. 60,800 | Rs. 57,600 |
EIL Eligibility 2026: Post-wise Qualification and Experience
| Criteria | Associate Engineer Gr. I – Inspection (Mechanical/Metallurgical) | Associate Engineer Gr. I – Inspection (Electrical) |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engg.) in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognised institution | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution |
| Essential Experience | Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in inspection of Pressure Vessels, Heat Exchangers, Columns/Towers, Reactors and other major fabricated static equipment as per ASME; or Pumps and Compressors as per API for refinery and petrochemical services | Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in inspection of Electrical equipment such as Switch Boards, Motors, Transformers, Alternators, Synchronous Generators, Variable Frequency Drives, UPS, Electrical Control Systems, Battery Chargers, Power Cables, Control Cables, Light Fittings, Junction Boxes, Cable Jointing Kits, Cable Glands etc. |
| Maximum Age | 32 years as on 31 August 2026 | 32 years as on 31 August 2026 |
EIL Age Limit 2026: Category-wise Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
All relaxations are over and above the maximum age limit of 32 years, as on 31 August 2026.
About EIL and These Posts
Engineers India Limited is a premier public sector engineering consultancy and contracting company under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. EIL provides engineering consultancy and EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) services for refinery, petrochemical and oil and gas projects across India and internationally. The Associate Engineer Grade-I (Inspection) posts are in EIL’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) Inspection division, which is responsible for third-party inspection of equipment and materials procured for refinery and petrochemical projects. These are technically demanding roles requiring hands-on inspection experience in the respective engineering domains.
EIL Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Screening | Applications and certificates screened for eligibility; shortlisting based on qualification, experience and relevance |
| Personal Interview | Shortlisted candidates called for a personal interview; final selection based on interview performance |
EIL reserves the right to set higher criteria for shortlisting if a large number of applications are received.
How to Apply for EIL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official EIL recruitment portal at recruitment.eil.co.in.
- Find and click on the application link for Advertisement No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/10.
- Register or log in on the portal.
- Fill in all personal, educational and experience details carefully. Ensure all details match your supporting documents.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and relevant certificates including degree, experience letters and category certificate (if applicable).
- Review all entries before final submission.
- Submit the application before 12 October 2026.
- Save or print the submitted application confirmation for future reference.
Documents Required
- Degree certificate and mark sheets (BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering in the relevant discipline)
- Experience certificates clearly specifying duration, designation, nature of work (inspection duties) and organisation name
- Date of birth proof (Matriculation certificate or equivalent)
- Category certificate in the prescribed format (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
- PwBD disability certificate (if claiming age relaxation or reservation)
- Any other document as specified in the official notification at engineersindia.com
Important Instructions
- Both posts require 2 years of post-qualification experience in inspection. This experience must be in the specific domains mentioned in the eligibility table above.
- All eligibility conditions (age, qualification, experience) must be fulfilled as on 31 August 2026.
- These are contract posts, not permanent/regular appointments.
- EIL reserves the right to shortlist based on higher criteria and to cancel or modify the recruitment at any stage.
- No application fee details are mentioned in the notification. Verify the fee status from the official EIL portal before applying.
- All official updates will be published at engineersindia.com and recruitment.eil.co.in.
EIL Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| EIL Official Website | Click Here |
EIL Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
20 vacancies: 16 for Associate Engineer Gr. I – Inspection (Mechanical/Metallurgical) and 4 for Associate Engineer Gr. I – Inspection (Electrical).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
12 October 2026. Applications must be submitted online at recruitment.eil.co.in before this date.
Q3. What is the eligibility cut-off date for EIL Recruitment 2026?
31 August 2026. All eligibility conditions including age, qualification and experience must be fulfilled as on this date.
Q4. What experience is required for the EIL Mechanical/Metallurgical post?
Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in inspection of Pressure Vessels, Heat Exchangers, Columns, Reactors and other fabricated static equipment as per ASME, or Pumps and Compressors as per API for refinery/petrochemical services.
Q5. What experience is required for the EIL Electrical post?
Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in inspection of Electrical equipment including Switch Boards, Motors, Transformers, Generators, VFDs, UPS, Power and Control Cables and associated electrical components.
Q6. What is the salary for EIL Associate Engineer Grade-I?
Monthly salary of Rs. 64,000 in X category cities, Rs. 60,800 in Y category cities and Rs. 57,600 in Z category cities.
Q7. Is this a permanent or contract post?
This is a contract position, not a permanent regular appointment.
Q8. What is the maximum age limit for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
32 years as on 31 August 2026. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years) and PwBD (10 to 15 years depending on category).
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official Advertisement No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/10 published by Engineers India Limited on engineersindia.com. Candidates must read the complete official notification at recruitment.eil.co.in and verify all eligibility conditions before applying. EIL reserves the right to modify or cancel this recruitment at any stage. JobShouter is not associated with EIL. This article is for informational purposes only.
