National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), New Delhi, Delhi, has invited applications for 7 posts in 7 roles under Advt No. F.No.59/3/2021-NMET. The posts include Director (Projects), Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination), Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist, Director (Finance and Accounts) and 3 more. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 4 December 2026.
The posts are for New Delhi. Qualification required: Serving officers of Central/State Government, UTs, autonomous or statutory bodies, PSUs, universities or recognised research institutions holding an analogous post or with the prescribed feeder-grade service. They also need a bachelor's degree, a Bachelor's/Master's in Geosciences/Earth Sciences/Geophysics, B.Com/MBA (Finance), a Commerce/BBA (Finance) degree or any degree, depending on the post. The pay is Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 2,15,900, depending on the post. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 4 December 2026
- Vacancies: 7, in 7 roles
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Pay: Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 2,15,900, depending on the post
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Maximum 56 years (as on the closing date of receipt of application)
- Place: New Delhi
NMEDT Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), New Delhi, Delhi |
| Post Name | Director (Projects), Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination), Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist and 4 more |
| No of Posts | 7 |
| Advt No | F.No.59/3/2021-NMET |
| Job Type | Deputation, Contract |
| Pay | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 2,15,900, depending on the post |
| Place of Posting | New Delhi |
| Qualification | Serving officers of Central/State Government, UTs, autonomous or statutory bodies, PSUs, universities or recognised research institutions holding an analogous post or with the prescribed feeder-grade service. They also need a bachelor's degree, a Bachelor's/Master's in Geosciences/Earth Sciences/Geophysics, B.Com/MBA (Finance), a Commerce/BBA (Finance) degree or any degree, depending on the post. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years (as on the closing date of receipt of application) |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 4 December 2026 |
| Send Application To | Director & HoD, National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), 9th Floor, Jeevan Prakash Building, 25, K.G. Marg, New Delhi - 110001 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
NMEDT Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. F.No.59/3/2021-NMET gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download NMEDT notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director (Projects) | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-13 (₹ 123100 - 215900) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; preference for direct experience of working in Ministry / Department of Mines / Minerals / Geology |
| Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination) | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-12 (₹ 78800 - 209200) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-11 |
| Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-11 (₹67700 - 208700) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-10; desirable: minimum 3 years' experience in mineral exploration activities in Level-10 or equivalent post |
| Director (Finance and Accounts) | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-13 (₹ 123100 - 215900) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; minimum 5 years' experience in finance, accounts and budgeting |
| Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts) | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-10 (₹ 56100 - 177500) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 2 years' regular service in Level-9; minimum two years' experience in Finance and Accounts |
| Accountant | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-06 (₹ 35400 - 112400) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; minimum 2 years' experience in accounts handling |
| Assistant | 1 | Maximum 56 years | Level-06 (₹ 35400 - 112400) in the pay matrix | Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; minimum 02 years' experience in Establishment / Administration work |
| Total | 7 |
Who Can Apply for NMEDT Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Director (Projects) | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; bachelor's degree from a recognised University or Institute | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; preference for direct experience of working in Ministry / Department of Mines / Minerals / Geology |
| Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination) | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-11; Bachelor's degree in Geosciences or Earth Sciences or Geophysics from a recognized University or Institute | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-11 |
| Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-10; Master's degree in Geosciences or Earth Sciences or Geophysics from a recognized University or Institute | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-10; desirable: minimum 3 years' experience in mineral exploration activities in Level-10 or equivalent post |
| Director (Finance and Accounts) | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; bachelor's degree from a recognised University or Institute; minimum 5 years' experience in finance, accounts and budgeting | Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; minimum 5 years' experience in finance, accounts and budgeting |
| Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts) | Analogous post on regular basis, or 2 years' regular service in Level-9; MBA (Finance) / Bachelor's degree in Commerce from a recognised University or Institute; minimum 2 years' experience in Finance and Accounts | Analogous post on regular basis, or 2 years' regular service in Level-9; minimum two years' experience in Finance and Accounts |
| Accountant | Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; Degree from a recognized university in Commerce / BBA (Finance); minimum 2 years' experience in accounts handling | Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; minimum 2 years' experience in accounts handling |
| Assistant | Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; Degree from a recognized university; minimum 02 years' experience in Establishment / Administration work | Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; minimum 02 years' experience in Establishment / Administration work |
Other conditions:
- Only officers of Central/State Government, UTs, autonomous or statutory bodies, PSUs, universities or recognised research institutions
- Candidates of Non-Government Organizations are eligible only for Short Term Contract
- Exemption from rule of immediate absorption is not required for these posts
Desirable:
- Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist: minimum three years' experience in mineral exploration activities in Level-10 or equivalent post
- Director (Finance and Accounts): Master's degree in Commerce / MBA (Finance) / Chartered Accountant / ICWA
- Director (Projects): preference for direct experience of working in Ministry / Department of Mines / Minerals / Geology
Who Cannot Apply for NMEDT Recruitment 2026
- Applications received after the closing date or without the required documents are liable to be rejected
Post-wise Details
Director (Projects) (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; bachelor's degree from a recognised University or Institute. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; preference for direct experience of working in Ministry / Department of Mines / Minerals / Geology. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-13 (₹ 123100 - 215900) in the pay matrix.
Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination) (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-11; Bachelor's degree in Geosciences or Earth Sciences or Geophysics from a recognized University or Institute. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-11. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-12 (₹ 78800 - 209200) in the pay matrix.
Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-10; Master's degree in Geosciences or Earth Sciences or Geophysics from a recognized University or Institute. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-10; desirable: minimum 3 years' experience in mineral exploration activities in Level-10 or equivalent post. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-11 (₹67700 - 208700) in the pay matrix.
Director (Finance and Accounts) (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; bachelor's degree from a recognised University or Institute; minimum 5 years' experience in finance, accounts and budgeting. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 5 years' regular service in Level-12; minimum 5 years' experience in finance, accounts and budgeting. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-13 (₹ 123100 - 215900) in the pay matrix.
Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts) (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 2 years' regular service in Level-9; MBA (Finance) / Bachelor's degree in Commerce from a recognised University or Institute; minimum 2 years' experience in Finance and Accounts. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 2 years' regular service in Level-9; minimum two years' experience in Finance and Accounts. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-10 (₹ 56100 - 177500) in the pay matrix.
Accountant (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; Degree from a recognized university in Commerce / BBA (Finance); minimum 2 years' experience in accounts handling. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; minimum 2 years' experience in accounts handling. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-06 (₹ 35400 - 112400) in the pay matrix.
Assistant (1 post)
Qualification required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; Degree from a recognized university; minimum 02 years' experience in Establishment / Administration work. Experience required: Analogous post on regular basis, or 6 years' regular service in Level-5; minimum 02 years' experience in Establishment / Administration work. Age limit: Maximum 56 years. Pay: Level-06 (₹ 35400 - 112400) in the pay matrix.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Deputation including short term contract (ISTC)
- Period of deputation: 05 years for Director posts, 04 years for Joint Director and Sr. Geologist / Sr. Geophysicist, 03 years for others
- Pay, Deputation (Duty) Allowance and tenure regulated by DoPT O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Vacancy Circular | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 December 2026 |
How Will NMEDT Select Candidates?
- Information in the CV and supporting documents on essential qualification and work experience will be assessed by the Selection Committee at the time of selection
Documents to Enclose
- APARs/Confidential Reports dossiers for the preceding five (05) years
- Integrity Certificate
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- Certificate that no major/minor penalty was imposed during the preceding ten (10) years
- Certificates of educational qualifications and experience issued by the parent organisation
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Cadre Controlling Authority/Parent Organisation
How to Apply for NMEDT Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Fill the prescribed bio-data proforma (Annexure-I) in triplicate.
- Forward the application through the proper channel, addressed to the Director & HoD, NMEDT.
- Send by Speed Post or by e-mail to [email protected].
- Enclose APARs for 5 years, integrity, vigilance and no-penalty certificates, qualification and experience certificates and NOC.
- Application must reach NMEDT within 30 days from the date of publication of the Circular.
- Advance copies may be sent directly within 20 days of publication.
- Make sure it reaches by 4 December 2026.
Other Points to Note
- Advance copies are considered only if the complete application through proper channel reaches within 30 days
- NMEDT reserves the right to cancel the process, modify vacancies or extend the closing date
- Qualifications are relaxable by the Search cum Selection Committee for posts 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7
NMEDT Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download NMEDT notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for NMEDT Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit NMEDT official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust, Advertisement No. F.No.59/3/2021-NMET, dated 4 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
