📋 Complete Notification Details
MECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), a premier Government of India Enterprise, has released the official notification for the recruitment of 30 Apprentice posts. This is a significant opportunity for fresh candidates possessing ITI, Diploma, and Degree qualifications to gain valuable experience in a prestigious Public Sector Undertaking (PSU). This recruitment is strictly for Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and is a contract-based engagement.
The online application process is active from 24th February 2026 to 8th March 2026. Interested candidates must apply through the NATS/BOAT portal as detailed below.
Recruitment Type
This is Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview for Apprenticeship training. It is not a competitive written examination.
Key Highlights
| Organization | Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Graduate, Technician, Trade) |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Salary / Stipend | Rs. 10,560/- - Rs. 12,300/- PM |
| Apply Mode | Online (NATS/BOAT Portal) |
| Last Date | 08 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakdown)
The total of 30 vacancies are distributed across various disciplines as follows:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice - Chemical | 01 | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Graduate Apprentice - Mechanical | 03 | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Graduate Apprentice - Geophysicist | 01 | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Graduate Apprentice - Geologist | 01 | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Technician Apprentice - B.Com/BBA | 02 | Rs. 10,900/- |
| Technician Apprentice - Chemical | 01 | Rs. 10,900/- |
| Technician Apprentice - Mechanical | 02 | Rs. 10,900/- |
| Technician Apprentice - Electrical | 01 | Rs. 10,900/- |
| Trade Apprentice - Electronics & Instrumentation | 01 | Rs. 10,560/- |
| Trade Apprentice - COPA | 07 | Rs. 10,560/- |
| Trade Apprentice - Fitter/Mechanic/Diesel/Machinist | 10 | Rs. 10,560/- |
| Total | 30 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the specific qualification for the respective post:
- Graduate Apprentice (Chemical): B.Sc. in Chemical Science or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical): B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Graduate Apprentice (Geophysicist): B.Sc. in Geophysics/Applied Geophysics or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Graduate Apprentice (Geologist): B.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Technician Apprentice (B.Com/BBA): B.Com or BCA with minimum 50% marks.
- Technician Apprentice (Chemical): Diploma in Chemical Engineering with minimum 50% marks.
- Technician Apprentice (Mechanical): Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Technician Apprentice (Electrical): Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Trade Apprentice (Electronics & Instrumentation): Diploma in Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
- Trade Apprentice (COPA): 10th Class pass + ITI in COPA Trade.
- Trade Apprentice (Fitter/Mechanic/Diesel/Machinist): 10th Class pass + ITI in relevant trade.
2. Age Limit
As per the Apprenticeship rules. (Note: Please refer to the official notification PDF for the exact "Age as on" cut-off date).
3. Mandatory Requirements
Candidates must be registered on the NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal for Graduate/Technician apprentices and BOAT (Board of Apprenticeship Training) for Trade apprentices.
Selection Process
As this is an apprenticeship recruitment, the selection process generally follows these stages:
- Shortlisting: Based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (Merit List).
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for a document verification and interview (Physical/Medical test may be required for specific trade posts).
- Final Selection: Based on performance in the interview/verification and subject to clearing medical fitness.
Application Fee
There is No Application Fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/PwD).
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for MECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
- Registration: Ensure you are registered on the NATS Portal (for Graduates/Diploma) or BOAT Portal (for ITI).
- Visit Official Website: Go to the MECL website or use the direct links provided below.
- Find Notification: Download the "Apprenticeship_Advt_2025-26.pdf" to read full details.
- Apply Online: Click on the "Apply Online" link for the respective category (Graduate/Technician or Trade).
- Fill Details: Enter your NATS/BOAT registration number and fill the application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and educational certificates.
- Submit: Review and submit the form before 08 March 2026.
- Print: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Application End Date | 08 March 2026 |
| Admit Card / Interview Date | To be notified on official website |