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| EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026: 109 Posts |
Engineers India Limited (EIL) has opened online registration for 109 fixed-term posts under the EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026. The vacancies are for Associate Engineer Grade II, III and IV and Associate Officer Grade II, for Dangote Fertiliser Projects in Nigeria and Ethiopia (Construction Division).
Registration runs from 2:00 PM on 19 October 2026 to 2:00 PM on 2 November 2026. Selection is through a walk-in interview, and the exact interview date will be sent to registered email IDs.
Last Updated: 19 October 2026, 05:15 PM IST | Reviewed by Vijay Sah
Current Status: Application Open. Online applications are open from 2:00 PM on 19 October 2026 and close at 2:00 PM on 2 November 2026.
Key points at a glance: 109 vacancies in total under advertisement HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/11. Online registration is open until 2 November 2026. Associate Engineer posts need BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) with 5 to 13 years of construction experience, depending on the grade. Consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 1,12,000, depending on designation and city category.
Recruitment at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Engineers India Limited (EIL) |
| Advertisement No. | HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/11 |
| Post | Associate Engineer Grade II, III and IV; Associate Officer Grade II |
| Vacancy | 109 |
| Engagement | Fixed term, for foreign construction sites (Dangote Fertiliser Projects, Nigeria and Ethiopia) |
| Application Mode | Online registration, then walk-in interview |
| Start Date | 19 October 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last Date | 2 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Qualification | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) for Associate Engineer posts; see Eligibility for Associate Officer posts |
| Upper Age Limit | 37, 41 or 45 years, depending on the post (as on 30 September 2026) |
| Salary / Pay | Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 1,12,000 per month, consolidated |
| Selection | Screening of applications and certificates, then personal interview |
| Status | Application Open |
Overview
EIL, a Navratna PSU, has advertised walk-in interviews to engage experienced engineers on a fixed-term basis for its foreign construction sites. The posting will be at different foreign construction sites of EIL, but the notification adds that posting can be anywhere in India and abroad, depending on organisational requirement.
The engagement is initially for 2 years, extendable by 1 year if required or until the assignment is completed, whichever is earlier, and subject to satisfactory performance. The maximum period is 3 years from the initial date of joining. The notification states that no claim for regular appointment in EIL will be entertained on the basis of fixed-term service.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 19 October 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Last date for online application | 2 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Cut-off date for qualification, experience and age | 30 September 2026 |
| Walk-in interview date | To be intimated by email to registered candidates |
| Reporting time on interview day | 8:00 AM |
Vacancy Details
The notification states a total of 109 posts. Position codes D1, D2 and D3 are for Associate Officer Gr II and share one vacancy figure of 7 posts, with no separate split among them.
| Code | Position | Posts | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Associate Engineer Grade II | 19 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| B | Associate Engineer Gr. III | 47 | 20 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 4 |
| C | Associate Engineer Gr. IV | 36 | 15 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 3 |
| D1, D2, D3 | Associate Officer Gr II | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 109 |
Reservation for PwD candidates is as per Government of India directives. Only persons with 40% or more disability are eligible to apply under the PwD category.
Eligibility
Eligibility is counted as on 30 September 2026. The minimum marks are 60% for engineering qualifications and 55% for other than engineering. The specified qualification should have been acquired within the prescribed minimum course duration.
| Code | Position | Qualification | Minimum Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Associate Engineer Grade II | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil / Mechanical / Welding / NDT / Electrical / Instrumentation | 5 years |
| B | Associate Engineer Gr. III | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil / Mechanical / Welding / NDT / Electrical / Instrumentation | 9 years |
| C | Associate Engineer Gr. IV | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil / Mechanical / Welding / NDT / Electrical / Instrumentation | 13 years |
| D1 | Associate Officer Gr II | Graduate in Arts / Commerce / Science with diploma in Material Management | 14 years |
| D2 | Associate Officer Gr II | Diploma in Engineering with Diploma in Material Management | 13 years |
| D3 | Associate Officer Gr II | Degree in any branch of Engineering with Diploma in Material Management | 5 years |
The experience required for every position is in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects.
Candidates applying for Welding/NDT must hold B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Mechanical Engineering with at least 60% marks, along with an ASNT or ISNT Level-II certificate in RT/UT/DPT/MPT.
Age Limit
| Position Code | Upper Age Limit (as on 30 September 2026) |
|---|---|
| A (Associate Engineer Grade II) | 37 years |
| B (Associate Engineer Gr. III) | 41 years |
| C (Associate Engineer Gr. IV) | 45 years |
| D1, D2, D3 (Associate Officer Gr II) | 37 years |
Age relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- Persons with disabilities: 10 years (PwD-General/EWS: 10 years, PwD-OBC (NCL): 13 years, PwD-SC/ST: 15 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: the notification says the upper age limit is relaxable but does not give the number of years
Salary / Pay
The notification gives a consolidated monthly remuneration in rupees, including HRA and PF, by designation and city category (X, Y and Z). It does not list which cities fall in each category.
| Designation | X Category Cities | Y Category Cities | Z Category Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Officer Grade II / Associate Engineer Grade II | 80,000 | 76,000 | 72,000 |
| Associate Engineer Grade III | 96,000 | 91,200 | 86,400 |
| Associate Engineer Grade IV | 1,12,000 | 1,06,400 | 1,00,800 |
Other benefits
- Reimbursement of medical insurance premium for self, for insurance up to Rs. 2,00,000 per annum
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses for working beyond standard working hours
- Coverage under the GPAI Scheme of the company, as per company policy
- Travelling allowance for official travel outside the place of posting
- Paid leave of 2 days for each completed month, as per company policy
- Living Allowance, R&R and other allowances during foreign posting, as per company rules from time to time
The notification adds that all statutory benefits are subject to change in the relevant laws and rules.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
Selection has two parts, both held on the day of the walk-in interview.
- Screening: applications and certificates are checked to confirm eligibility for the post applied. Only candidates who meet the eligibility requirements in all respects go to the next stage.
- Personal interview: eligible candidates appear for the interview.
The selection will be held at the EIL offices in Gurugram, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata for position codes A, B, C and D. Candidates must report at 8:00 AM. The exact date, time and venue will be sent to the registered email ID, and candidates should be ready to attend at short notice.
Depending on the number of candidates, interviews may run up to 8:00 PM and continue the next day. Candidates make their own arrangements for stay. Only candidates who have registered online and report with a printout bearing a valid registration number will be considered.
Selected candidates will be allowed to join only if found medically fit, and are required to join at the earliest.
How to Apply
- Go to the EIL website and open Careers, then Overview, then Opportunities@EIL.
- Read all the instructions given on the website.
- Fill in the online form with correct details. Round off the percentage of marks to the lower whole number (write 60 for 60.9) and the CGPA to the lower decimal (write 6.9 for 6.95).
- Keep scanned copies ready before starting: a recent passport-size colour photograph in .jpg/.jpeg format of not more than 75 KB, and a signature in .jpg/.jpeg format of not more than 25 KB.
- Complete the registration between 2:00 PM on 19 October 2026 and 2:00 PM on 2 November 2026.
- Do not send the printout of the online application to EIL. Take a printout (6 copies), affix a colour photograph and bring the copies to the walk-in interview.
A candidate can apply for one position only. If a candidate submits more than one application, the latest one is treated as final and the older ones are rejected without notice. The email ID in the application should stay valid for at least 24 months from the date of submission, as selection intimation and other correspondence will be sent by email.
Documents and Important Instructions
Documents for the interview (with a self-attested photocopy set)
- 6 copies of the filled-in and submitted online application form with a recent colour photograph affixed
- Originals of: a valid government photo ID (Driving Licence, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID or Aadhaar Card); Date of Birth proof (Matriculation / Class X certificate or Birth Certificate); educational certificates, i.e. Matriculation / Class X / HSC / Degree / Post Graduation mark sheets and passing certificates of all semesters or years
- Proof of the university or institute norms used to convert CGPA/OGPA/CPI or letter grade into percentage. If this is not available, the notification's own conversion table is applied: for 60%, the CGPA/CPI required is 6.5 (10-point scale), 5.4 (9-point), 4.8 (8-point), 4.2 (7-point), 3.6 (6-point), 3.0 (5-point) and 2.2 (4-point); for 55%, it is 5.9, 4.9, 4.4, 3.8, 3.3, 2.7 and 2 on the same scales
- Original experience certificates for all experience declared, clearly showing date of joining, date of separation and nature of work handled
- On demand, further proof of employment such as offer letter, confirmation order, pay slips, PF statement, ESI card and bank statement. Candidates currently working should carry offer letter, confirmation order, pay slips, identity card, PF statement, ESI card and bank statement
- Originals of SC/ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and disability certificates in the prescribed format, if applicable
- Discharge certificate, undertaking and proforma of certificate for Ex-Servicemen, in the prescribed format, if applicable
- Original No Objection Certificate for candidates working in or under a Central, State or Autonomous Body
If any original document needed to meet the eligibility criteria is not available, the candidate will not be considered for further selection.
Important instructions
- The cut-off date for educational qualification, required experience and upper age limit is 30 September 2026.
- Furnishing wrong or false information leads to disqualification, and candidature can be cancelled at any stage.
- Candidates make their own arrangements for travel and stay. No allowances will be paid.
- Any change, clarification or corrigendum will be published on the EIL website only. No separate press notification will be issued.
- EIL reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or the selection process without assigning any reason.
- The court of jurisdiction for any dispute is Delhi.
Also Read
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website (Careers section for registration) | Engineers India Limited |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Online submission closes at 2:00 PM on 2 November 2026. It opened at 2:00 PM on 19 October 2026.
How many vacancies has EIL announced?
The notification states 109 posts in total: 19 for Associate Engineer Grade II, 47 for Associate Engineer Gr. III, 36 for Associate Engineer Gr. IV and 7 for Associate Officer Gr II.
What qualification is required for Associate Engineer posts?
BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil, Mechanical, Welding/NDT, Electrical or Instrumentation is required, with at least 60% marks. Experience needed is 5 years for Grade II, 9 years for Grade III and 13 years for Grade IV, in construction activities of refinery, petrochemical, fertilizer, power or nuclear plant projects.
What is the upper age limit?
It is 37 years for Associate Engineer Grade II and Associate Officer Gr II, 41 years for Grade III and 45 years for Grade IV, counted as on 30 September 2026. Relaxation is given to SC/ST, OBC (NCL), PwD and Ex-Servicemen categories as listed above.
Is there an application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee.
When and where will the walk-in interview be held?
The interview will be held at the EIL offices in Gurugram, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata, with reporting at 8:00 AM. The exact date, time and venue will be sent separately to the registered email ID.
What is the salary for these posts?
Consolidated monthly remuneration, including HRA and PF, ranges from Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 1,12,000. The amount depends on the designation and on the city category (X, Y or Z).
Source: Official Website
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