MECON Limited (Metallurgical and Engineering Consultants), a PSU under the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 2026/Cont/04 inviting experienced engineering professionals for contractual engagement on a Full Time Fixed Tenure (FTFT) basis. A total of 159 posts across 59 post codes are notified, spanning disciplines including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Planning, Quality, Safety, Mining, Environmental Engineering and Contracts, for projects being executed across India. Online applications are open from 3 October 2026 and close on 17 October 2026 at meconlimited.co.in.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must know. First, FTFT positions are purely contractual – they are not permanent jobs and do not lead to regularisation. Contract durations range from 1 to 5 years depending on the post code. Read the exact contract duration for your post code from the official notification before applying. Second, the cut-off date for both age and post-qualification experience is 25 September 2026. Experience obtained after this date does not count, and age is reckoned as on this date. Third, no modifications are allowed after the online application is submitted. Verify all details including Aadhaar number (must match the uploaded Aadhaar card exactly), qualification, and experience carefully before submitting.
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | MECON Limited (Ministry of Steel, Government of India), Ranchi |
| Advertisement No. | 2026/Cont/04 |
| Engagement Type | Full Time Fixed Tenure (FTFT) – Contractual, 1 to 5 years |
| Total Posts | 159 |
| Total Post Codes | 59 |
| Disciplines | Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Planning, Quality, Safety, Mining, Environmental Engineering, Contracts |
| Age Cut-off Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only at meconlimited.co.in |
| Application Opens | 3 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 (UR/OBC-NCL/EWS); Nil (SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Sm/Internal) |
| Official Website | meconlimited.co.in |
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date for Age and Experience | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 3 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be published on meconlimited.co.in |
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Post-wise Vacancy Summary
| Post Grade | Disciplines | Experience Range | Pay Range (Rs./month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Engineer | Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Planning, Quality, Mining, Civil and Structural | 9 to 10 years | Rs. 67,860 |
| Deputy Engineer | Structural, Refractory, Electrical, Instrumentation, Planning, Quality, Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Civil and Structural, Environmental, Projects, I and PC | 5 years | Rs. 54,990 |
| Assistant Engineer | Safety, Mechanical, Civil and Structural, I and PC, Mineral Processing | 2 to 3 years | Rs. 43,880 to Rs. 45,050 |
| Junior Engineer | Electrical, Environmental Engineering | 1 to 2 years | Rs. 42,800 |
| Deputy Executive | Contracts | 5 years | Rs. 54,990 |
| Engineer | Safety | 16 years | Rs. 78,390 |
Total vacancies: 159 across 59 post codes. Postings at Rajasthan (Rampura Agucha, Debari), Jharkhand (Ranchi, Burnpur, Musabani), West Bengal (Burnpur, Durgapur), Chhattisgarh (Bhilai, Bacheli, Nagarnar), Odisha (Rourkela, Paradip), Karnataka (Bangalore, Bellary, Donimalai), Maharashtra (Nashik), Andhra Pradesh (Vizag), Madhya Pradesh (Malanjkhand) and others.
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Key Eligibility
| Post Level | Qualification | Min. Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Engineer | B.E/B.Tech in relevant discipline | 9 to 10 years |
| Deputy Engineer | B.E/B.Tech in relevant discipline | 5 years |
| Assistant Engineer | B.E/B.Tech in relevant discipline | 2 to 3 years |
| Junior Engineer | B.E/B.Tech in relevant discipline | 1 to 2 years |
| Deputy Executive (Contracts) | B.E/B.Tech any discipline | 5 years |
| Engineer (Safety) | Diploma engineers/graduates with Fire and Safety/HSE Diploma or certification | 16 years |
| Asst. Engineer (Safety) | Diploma engineers/graduates with Fire and Safety/HSE Diploma or certification | 5 years |
| Jr./Asst./Dy. Engineer (Safety) | Graduate in any discipline/Engineering with Diploma in Industrial Health and Safety | 2 to 5 years |
| Dy./Asst. Engineer (Mineral Processing) | B.E/B.Tech Mineral Processing/Mechanical/Chemical/Metallurgical or B.Sc/M.Sc Chemistry | 5 years |
| Dy. Engineer (Environmental) | M.Sc Environmental Science/Chemistry/Botany/Zoology/Ecology or B.E/B.Tech Chemical/Mechanical | 5 years |
Key rules for experience: Only full-time jobs with regular salary count. Freelance, teaching, research, internship and articleship experience are not counted. MT/ET/GT training in PSUs only may be counted. Apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act counts. Experience after 25 September 2026 does not count.
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Age Limit (as on 25 September 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50 years (most posts) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 53 years (+3 years) |
| SC/ST | 55 years (+5 years) |
| PwD – General | 60 years (+10 years) |
| PwD – OBC-NCL | 63 years (+13 years) |
| PwD – SC/ST | 65 years (+15 years) |
| J and K Domicile (01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 55 years (+5 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per GoI guidelines |
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Salary and Benefits
| Pay Level | Consolidated Pay (Rs./month) |
|---|---|
| Jr. Engineer | Rs. 41,190 to Rs. 42,800 |
| Asst. Engineer | Rs. 43,880 to Rs. 45,050 |
| Deputy Engineer/Dy. Executive | Rs. 49,140 to Rs. 54,990 |
| Additional Engineer | Rs. 67,860 |
| Engineer (Safety) | Rs. 78,390 |
Additional benefits: Site Allowance (7.5% of pay at site/project locations) or Metro Allowance (2.5% at metro locations), annual increment of 3%, medical coverage (OPD/IPD at Ispat Hospital at Ranchi; Mediclaim reimbursement up to Rs. 15,000 per annum elsewhere), accommodation or HRA at 5% of pay, 12 days Casual Leave + 18 days Earned Leave (cumulative up to 45 days) + 14 days Half Pay Leave, and Group Personal Accident Insurance of Rs. 25 lakhs.
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC-NCL/EWS | Rs. 500 (non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Internal Candidates | Nil |
Online payment only through the payment gateway in the application form. After payment, click “Verify” to confirm submission. Applications without verified payment are rejected.
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
Personal Interview at MECON’s designated venue. Shortlisted candidates are informed by email and through the MECON website. All original certificates must be produced before the interview – candidates without originals are not interviewed and TA is not paid. Government/PSU employees must produce NOC from employer before the interview.
Travelling Allowance for outstation candidates: 3A/CC rail fare or Rs. 7 per km by road or actual, whichever is less. Regular fares only – no Tatkal.
How to Apply for MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026
- Visit meconlimited.co.in and go to Careers – Career Opportunities – Apply Online.
- Register and fill the online application form between 3 and 17 October 2026.
- Enter your Aadhaar number exactly as it appears on your Aadhaar card. Mismatch = rejection.
- Upload: recent passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG, max 40 KB), signature in blue/black ink (JPG/JPEG, max 40 KB), and self-attested PDFs (max 1 MB merged) of Matriculation certificate, degree/PG certificates and marksheets, work experience certificates/documents, PAN card, Aadhaar card, and applicable category/EWS/PwD/Ex-Sm/J and K certificates.
- Pay Rs. 500 fee (if applicable) online and click “Verify.”
- Review all details and submit. No edits after submission.
- Keep a hard copy of the application for submission at the interview.
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| MECON Official Website | Click Here |
MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many posts are in MECON FTFT Recruitment 2026?
159 posts across 59 post codes for Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Deputy Engineer, Additional Engineer, Deputy Executive (Contracts) and Engineer (Safety).
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
17 October 2026 at meconlimited.co.in.
Q3. Are these permanent jobs?
No. All posts are contractual (FTFT) for 1 to 5 years depending on post code. No right to regularisation.
Q4. What is the minimum experience required?
1 year (Junior Engineer) to 16 years (Engineer Safety), varying by post code. Age and experience cut-off date is 25 September 2026.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Rs. 500 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen and internal MECON candidates are exempt.
Q6. Where are the postings?
Multiple project sites across India: Rajasthan, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and others, depending on the post code.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on MECON Advertisement No. 2026/Cont/04 published on meconlimited.co.in on 3 October 2026. Vacancy numbers are tentative and may change. Candidates must verify the exact qualification and experience requirement for their specific post code from the official notification PDF before applying. JobShouter is not associated with MECON Limited. This article is for informational purposes only.
