Official source: MRPL Advertisement No. 94/2026 for "Recruitment of Assistant Engineers in 'E2' Grade through GATE 2026". Only valid GATE-2026 marks are considered; results from any previous/other GATE examinations will not be accepted.
MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), a Schedule 'A' Mini Ratna Central PSE and subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) |
| Advertisement No. | 94/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer, 'E2' Grade (Management Cadre) |
| Disciplines | Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical |
| Total Posts | 26 |
| Recruitment Mode | Direct recruitment through valid GATE-2026 score, Group Discussion and Personal Interview |
| Application Mode | Online only, via MRPL careers portal |
| Job Location | Mangalore Refinery, Kuthethoor Post, Mangaluru, Karnataka (subject to transfer anywhere in India/abroad as per MRPL requirement) |
MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 21 August 2026, 10:00 hrs (IST) |
| Online Application Last Date | 19 September 2026, 18:00 hrs (IST) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Group Discussion & Personal Interview | Not specified in the official notification; will be announced on MRPL website |
Note: Candidates must fulfil all eligibility criteria as on 19 September 2026. MRPL advises candidates to apply early to avoid last-minute network issues, as MRPL will not be responsible for submission problems.
MRPL Assistant Engineer Vacancy 2026 (Discipline-wise)
08 Mechanical (SRD*)
03 Electrical (SRD*)
15 Chemical
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)* | 08 (OBC-NCL–4, SC–3, ST–1; incl. 1 PwBD-HH horizontal) |
| 2 | Assistant Engineer (Electrical)* | 03 (OBC-NCL–1, SC–1, ST–1; incl. 1 PwBD-HH horizontal) |
| 3 | Assistant Engineer (Chemical) | 15 (UR–8, EWS–1, OBC-NCL–3, SC–1, ST–2; incl. 1 PwBD-SLD & 1 PwBD-HH horizontal) |
| Total | 26 | |
*Mechanical and Electrical posts are notified under a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) exclusively for SC/ST/OBC(NCL) candidates; no UR/EWS posts are notified in these two disciplines. Chemical discipline posts are open to all categories.
Posts Identified for PwBD Category (Min. 40% Disability)
| Discipline | Eligible PwBD Categories |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | LV, HH, OA, BA, OL, CP, Dw, AAV, ASD(M), SLD, MI |
| Electrical | HH, OL, Dw, AAV, ASD(M), SLD, MI |
| Chemical | HH, OA, OL, Dw, AAV, SLD, MI |
MRPL Assistant Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Discipline | Minimum Essential Qualification | GATE Paper & Code |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering in Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering (ME) |
| Electrical | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Electrical Engineering (EE) |
| Chemical | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc. Engineering in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Petrochemical Engineering / Petrochemical Technology | Chemical Engineering (CH) |
Minimum Aggregate Marks
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks in Qualifying Degree |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC (NCL) | 60% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 50% |
Important: Candidates having any other degree or combination degree (e.g., Production Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Mechatronics, Construction Engineering) are not eligible. Only valid GATE-2026 marks are considered; marks from any previous or other GATE examination will not be accepted. Nationality: Indian Nationals only.
MRPL Assistant Engineer Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 27 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 30 years (+3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 32 years (+5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD (min. 40% disability) | +10 years relaxation over applicable category limit |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | As per Government of India rules |
Note: Age cut-off date is 19 September 2026. Age relaxation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST is applicable only for posts reserved for the respective category.
MRPL Assistant Engineer Pay Scale 2026
| Grade | Starting Basic Pay | Scale of Pay |
|---|---|---|
| E2 | ₹50,000/- | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates get DA (IDA pattern), HRA/Township accommodation, Perks & Allowances under cafeteria approach, Performance Related Pay, and other benefits as per Company Rules. Candidates will be placed on training-cum-probation as per Company Rules.
Service Bond
| Category | Bond Amount |
|---|---|
| General | ₹3,00,000/- |
| EWS / OBC(NCL) / SC / ST / PwBD | ₹50,000/- |
Selected candidates must serve MRPL for a minimum of 3 years from date of joining (including training-cum-probation).
MRPL Assistant Engineer Selection Process 2026
- Initial shortlisting is based purely on valid GATE-2026 marks (out of 100); marks from any previous/other GATE examination are not considered.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) in the ratio of 1:5 (1 post : 5 candidates), category/reservation-wise.
- In case of a tie in GATE marks, the candidate with higher marks in the essential qualification (degree) will be ranked higher.
- The final merit list is prepared as per MRPL's prevailing rules; MRPL reserves the right to add, modify or delete any test in the selection process.
- Document Verification is conducted at the time of Personal Interview.
- A panel of suitable candidates may be created and kept valid for one year.
How to Apply for MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026
- Visit www.mrpl.co.in/careers and click on "Advt. No. 94/2026: Recruitment of Assistant Engineers in 'E2' Grade of Management Cadre through GATE 2026".
- Click "Click here to register online" to generate your Login ID and Password using a valid email ID and mobile number (must remain active for at least 1 year).
- Sign in and fill in educational qualification, category, and other required details in the online application form; an Application ID will be generated and sent via email/SMS.
- General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates: click "Pay Now", select "Advt. 94/2026", and pay the application fee of ₹118/- online; save the payment receipt.
- After payment, return to the home page, click "Already Paid", sign in, and enter the SBI e-Collect Reference Number, bank name and payment date; upload the payment receipt (JPG).
- SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates (fee-exempt) can directly proceed to document upload.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, GATE-2026 score card, and category/PwBD/EWS certificate as applicable, then click "Submit".
- Save the PDF of the submitted online application for your records – no printout needs to be sent to MRPL, unless forwarding through proper channel (see below).
Important: Government/PSU/Autonomous body employees must either forward their printed application through Proper Channel or produce an NOC at the time of interview. Applications forwarded through proper channel should be sent to: Senior Manager (HR), Recruitment Section, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited, Kuthethoor Post, Mangalore – 575030, Karnataka.
Documents Required (at Document Verification / Interview)
- Proof of age: SSLC marks card / Matriculation certificate / School leaving certificate / Municipal or Gram Panchayat birth certificate
- All mark sheets and certificates for Class X, XII, Diploma, and Degree/PG Degree (individual semester/year mark sheets required)
- GATE-2026 Score Card showing marks scored out of 100
- Caste certificate [SC/ST/OBC(NCL)] or Income & Asset Certificate (EWS), as applicable
- PwBD certificate (minimum 40% disability), where applicable
- Ex-servicemen status proof, where applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) or proper-channel forwarding, for Government/PSU/Autonomous body employees
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (scanned copies for online upload)
Important Conditions
- Candidates called for GD/PI will be reimbursed travelling expenses (3AC train fare or AC bus fare limited to 3AC fare) by the shortest route; local travel cost is borne by the candidate. PwBD candidates get reimbursement for one attendant as per Government guidelines.
- Working knowledge of Hindi is desirable.
- Only one online application should be submitted; if multiple applications are received, the latest one submitted within the stipulated time is considered.
- Request for change of category or registered mobile/email, once submitted, will not be entertained.
- Selected candidates are liable to be transferred anywhere in India or abroad, within MRPL, ONGC group companies, or as per MRPL's requirement, and may need to work in shifts including night shifts.
- Application fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Any legal dispute arising from this recruitment falls within the exclusive jurisdiction of courts at Mangalore.
- Any canvassing, directly or indirectly, will result in disqualification.
- MRPL reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify or alter the recruitment process at any stage, without prior notice.
For recruitment process queries, candidates can email [email protected]; no other mode of communication will be entertained.
