MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply for 26 Posts Through GATE

MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 is open for 26 Assistant Engineer posts in the E2 Grade through GATE 2026. The online application window closes on September 19, 2026, at 6 PM. The vacancies are available in Mechanical, Electrical and Chemical disciplines.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Vacancy 2026

MRPL has announced 26 vacancies under Advertisement No. 94/2026. Mechanical and Electrical posts are part of a Special Recruitment Drive, while Chemical vacancies are available across the notified categories.

Category-specific points

• Mechanical: 8 posts under the Special Recruitment Drive.
• Electrical: 3 posts under the Special Recruitment Drive.
• Chemical: 15 posts, including UR and EWS vacancies.
• Mechanical and Electrical vacancies are notified for SC, ST and OBC-NCL categories under the SRD.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Eligibility 2026

The recruitment is specifically linked to GATE 2026. Applicants need the prescribed engineering qualification in the relevant discipline and a valid GATE 2026 score in the corresponding paper. Previous GATE scores are not accepted for this recruitment.

Marks requirement

• UR/EWS/OBC-NCL: Minimum 60% in the qualifying degree.
• SC/ST/PwBD: Minimum 50%.
• Only the prescribed engineering disciplines are eligible.
• Applicants must be Indian Nationals.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Age Limit

The upper age limit is 27 years for UR/EWS applicants as on September 19, 2026. Applicable relaxations are provided to reserved and PwBD categories according to the recruitment rules.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Salary 2026

The selected Assistant Engineers will be appointed in E2 Grade of the Management Cadre. The pay scale is INR 50,000 to INR 1,60,000, with the starting basic pay of INR 50,000.

The recruitment is therefore not an entry-level diploma post; it is specifically meant for engineering graduates who already appeared for GATE 2026.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Selection Process

There is no separate written examination mentioned for this recruitment. MRPL will use GATE 2026 scores for shortlisting, followed by further selection stages.

• GATE 2026 score-based shortlisting
• Group Discussion
• Personal Interview
• Final selection as per MRPL's recruitment criteria

The dates for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview will be announced separately by MRPL.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Application Fee

Applicants should check the applicable category before making payment. The fee is non-refundable.

The INR 118 amount comprises the prescribed application fee and applicable GST. Payment is made through the online payment system.

MRPL Assistant Engineer Apply Online 2026

The application portal opened on August 21, 2026, and the last date is September 19, 2026, at 6 PM. The MRPL registration portal specifically advises applicants to submit only one application for the position most suitable to their qualification.

How to apply

• Visit the MRPL recruitment portal.
• Select the Assistant Engineers in E2 Grade through GATE 2026 recruitment.
• Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Select the appropriate discipline and position.
• Enter educational, GATE and personal details.
• Upload the required documents.
• Pay the applicable INR 118 fee, if required.
• Review the application before final submission.
• Save the registration number and submitted application for future use.

MRPL has stated that recruitment updates and shortlisting information will be published through its website.

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