EIL Associate Engineer, Associate Officer Recruitment 2026: Engineers India Limited (EIL), a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) and India’s leading Total Solutions Engineering Consultancy Company, has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/11) for the engagement of experienced professionals on a Fixed Term Basis. This recruitment drive aims to fill 109 vacancies for Associate Engineer (Grades II, III, & IV) and Associate Officer (Grade II) positions in the Construction Division for deployment at EIL’s foreign construction sites (Dangote Fertiliser Projects in Nigeria & Ethiopia) as well as anywhere in India or abroad. Eligible candidates must register online between October 19, 2026, and November 2, 2026, to participate in the Walk-in Interview process.
EIL Associate Engineer & Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Engineers India Limited (EIL) – A Govt. of India Undertaking |
| Advertisement Number | HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/11 |
| Post Names | Associate Engineer (Grade II, Grade III, Grade IV) & Associate Officer (Grade II) |
| Total Vacancies | 109 Posts |
| Nature of Engagement | Fixed Term Basis (Initially 2 years, extendable by 1 year; max 3 years) |
| Application Mode | Online Registration followed by Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Venues | EIL Offices in Gurugram, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata |
| Place of Posting | Foreign Construction Sites (Nigeria & Ethiopia) / Anywhere in India & Abroad |
| Official Website | engineersindia.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility (Age, Qualification & Experience) | September 30, 2026 |
| Online Registration Starting Date | October 19, 2026 (from 02:00 PM / 1400 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | November 2, 2026 (up to 02:00 PM / 1400 hrs) |
| Walk-in Interview Date & Time | To be intimated separately via registered Email ID (Reporting at 08:00 AM) |
Vacancy Details
Engineers India Limited has notified 109 fixed-term vacancies across engineering and material management disciplines for its construction division projects. Category-wise reservation breakups apply as per Government of India guidelines.
| Position Code | Position Name | Total Vacancies | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| A | Associate Engineer Grade II | 19 | 08 | 03 | 02 | 05 | 01 |
| B | Associate Engineer Grade III | 47 | 20 | 07 | 03 | 13 | 04 |
| C | Associate Engineer Grade IV | 36 | 15 | 06 | 03 | 09 | 03 |
| D1, D2, D3 | Associate Officer Grade II | 07 | 03 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 |
| Total | All Positions Combined | 109 | 46 | 17 | 08 | 29 | 09 |
Education Details & Post-Qualification Experience (As on 30.09.2026)
| Position Code | Position Name | Mandatory Educational Qualification | Minimum Relevant Experience Required |
| A | Associate Engineer Grade II | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil / Mechanical / Welding / NDT / Electrical / Instrumentation with minimum 60% marks. (Note: For Welding/NDT, candidates must hold B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in Mechanical Engineering with min. 60% marks and ASNT or ISNT Level-II certificate in RT/UT/DPT/MPT). | Minimum 5 Years post-qualification experience in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects. |
| B | Associate Engineer Grade III | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil / Mechanical / Welding / NDT / Electrical / Instrumentation with minimum 60% marks (plus ASNT/ISNT Level-II certificate for Welding/NDT). | Minimum 9 Years post-qualification experience in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects. |
| C | Associate Engineer Grade IV | B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engg.) in Civil / Mechanical / Welding / NDT / Electrical / Instrumentation with minimum 60% marks (plus ASNT/ISNT Level-II certificate for Welding/NDT). | Minimum 13 Years post-qualification experience in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects. |
| D1 | Associate Officer Grade II | Graduate in Arts / Commerce / Science with Diploma in Material Management (minimum 55% marks). | Minimum 14 Years post-qualification experience in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects. |
| D2 | Associate Officer Grade II | Diploma in Engineering with Diploma in Material Management (minimum 55% marks for non-Engg / 60% for Engg as applicable). | Minimum 13 Years post-qualification experience in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects. |
| D3 | Associate Officer Grade II | Degree in any branch of Engineering (min. 60% marks) with Diploma in Material Management. | Minimum 5 Years post-qualification experience in construction-related activities of Refinery / Petrochemical / Fertilizer Plants / Power Plant / Nuclear Plants Projects. |
Important Note: All specified qualifications must have been acquired within the prescribed minimum course duration.
Salary / Consolidated Monthly Remuneration
| Designation | X Category Cities (₹) | Y Category Cities (₹) | Z Category Cities (₹) | Additional Allowances & Benefits |
| Associate Officer Grade II | ₹80,000/- | ₹76,000/- | ₹72,000/- | During foreign posting: Living Allowance, R&R, and other foreign allowances as per Company rules. Also includes Medical Insurance reimbursement (up to ₹2 Lakh p.a.), GPAI coverage, TA, and 2 paid leaves per completed month. |
| Associate Engineer Grade II | ₹80,000/- | ₹76,000/- | ₹72,000/- | Same as above (Consolidated pay includes HRA & PF). |
| Associate Engineer Grade III | ₹96,000/- | ₹91,200/- | ₹86,400/- | Same as above (Consolidated pay includes HRA & PF). |
| Associate Engineer Grade IV | ₹1,12,000/- | ₹1,06,400/- | ₹1,00,800/- | Same as above (Consolidated pay includes HRA & PF). |
Age Limit (As on 30.09.2026)
Associate Engineer Grade II (Code A) & Associate Officer Grade II (Codes D1, D2, D3): Upper Age Limit is 37 Years.
Associate Engineer Grade III (Code B): Upper Age Limit is 41 Years.
Associate Engineer Grade IV (Code C): Upper Age Limit is 45 Years.
Age Relaxations:
SC / ST: 5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
PwD (General / EWS): 10 Years
PwD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years
PwD (SC / ST): 15 Years
Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India rules
Selection Process
Document Screening & Walk-in Personal Interview:
Candidates must first register online; only registered candidates bringing a printout bearing a valid registration number will be entertained.
On the day of the interview, applications and original certificates will be screened to verify eligibility.
Eligible candidates will appear for a Personal Interview conducted at EIL offices in Gurugram, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata.
Exact date, reporting time (08:00 AM), and venue details will be communicated separately to registered candidates via email.
Final appointment is subject to clearing a pre-employment medical fitness examination.
Application Fee
No Application Fee: There is no application or registration fee mentioned in the official notification for applying to this recruitment drive. (Note: Candidates must make their own travel and stay arrangements to attend the interview, as no TA/DA will be paid).
How to Apply
Visit the official Engineers India Limited (EIL) website at engineersindia.com and navigate to Careers -> Opportunities@EIL -> Overview.
Read the detailed instructions for Advt. No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/11 carefully before proceeding.
Fill out the online registration form with accurate personal, educational, and post-qualification experience details (note: a candidate can apply for only one position).
While entering marks, round off percentages to the lower whole number (e.g., enter
60for60.9%) and round off CGPA to the lower decimal (e.g., enter6.9for6.95).Upload clear scanned copies of the following files:
Recent Passport-size Colour Photograph:
.jpgor.jpegformat, maximum size 75 KB.Signature:
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Submit the online application form between October 19, 2026 (1400 hrs) and November 2, 2026 (1400 hrs).
Take 6 printouts (copies) of the submitted online application form, affix a recent colour passport-size photograph on each copy, and carry them along with all original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies (valid Govt. photo ID proof, DOB proof, all semester mark sheets/degrees, CGPA conversion proof, detailed experience certificates, pay slips/PF statements, NOC, and caste/EWS/PwD certificates) when reporting for the Walk-in Interview.
Official Links
Important Links
| EIL Associate Engineer, Associate Officer Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| EIL Associate Engineer, Associate Officer Apply Online Link | Click Here |
