Executive Trainee Jobs for UPSC ESE 2024 Interview Appeared Candidates: MECL Recruitment through Engineering Services Score (No Further Exam)

Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Mini-Ratna-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, has released a special recruitment notification for Executive Trainee posts. This is a unique opportunity for candidates who cleared the Written Round of the UPSC Engineering Services Examination (ESE) 2024 and appeared for the interview but were not recommended for final selection. The recruitment is being conducted through the Engineering Services Examination 2024 score (out of 1200) for the disciplines of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.

This is a direct recruitment drive with no separate written exam or personal interview. The selection will be based solely on the UPSC ESE 2024 marks.

Advertisement No.: 02/Rectt./2026

Vacancy Details & Eligibility

Total Vacancies: 13

Crucial Eligibility Note:

• Candidates must have cleared the Written Round of UPSC ESE 2024 and appeared for the interview but were not recommended for final selection by UPSC.

• ODL (Open and Distance Learning) Degrees are not permissible.

Important Dates

Application Fee

Remuneration & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 1,40,000/- (E-1 Grade).

• Training Period: Initial Basic Pay of Rs. 40,000/- per month plus IDA.

• Benefits: HRA, Allowances, PF, NPS, Performance Related Pay, Group Medical Insurance, Vehicle Loan, House Building Advance, etc.

Selection Process

1. Eligible candidates who have consented to share their information on UPSC’s website will be shortlisted.

2. Merit List will be prepared based on the UPSC ESE 2024 Score (out of 1200) in the respective discipline.

3. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification.

4. No separate written exam or personal interview will be conducted.

Important Links

How to Apply for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official MECL website at www.mecl.co.in.

2. Go to the “Career” section and click on the link for Recruitment through “Engineering Services Examination 2024”.

3. Register on the MECL Online Recruitment Portal using a valid email ID and mobile number.

4. Fill in the application form with all personal, educational, and UPSC ESE 2024 details.

5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents (UPSC ESE Scorecard, Caste Certificate, etc.).

6. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway.

7. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Note: Applications received through any other mode will be summarily rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who can apply for MECL Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026?
A. Candidates who appeared for the UPSC ESE 2024 Interview but were not recommended for final selection and have a B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks.

Q2. What is the selection process for MECL Executive Trainee 2026?
A. There is no separate exam or interview. Selection is based solely on the marks obtained in the UPSC ESE 2024 Written Exam (out of 1200) followed by document verification.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for MECL ET Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date for online application submission is 14th August 2026.

Q4. What is the crucial date for eligibility for this recruitment?
A. The crucial date for determining all eligibility criteria is 01st August 2026.

Q5. Are ODL degrees accepted for this recruitment?
A. No, ODL (Open and Distance Learning) degrees are not permissible.

Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. For more details, visit the official MECL website.