Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) is inviting applications for the post of Assistant Engineer with a total of 26 vacancies. The last date to apply online is 19 September 2026.
MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026: 26 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), a Schedule ‘A’ Mini Ratna Central PSE and subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Engineer, ‘E2’ Grade (Management Cadre) |
| Advt No | 94/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Mangalore Refinery, Kuthethoor Post, Mangaluru, Karnataka (subject to transfer anywhere in India/abroad as per MRPL requirement) |
| Official Website | www.mrpl.co.in |
Important Dates
Candidates must be aware of the following important dates regarding the application process.
| 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 |
Application Fee
The application fee varies by category, as detailed below.
| General/OBC(NCL)/EWS | ₹118/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ESM | Exempt |
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for candidates varies by category, as shown below. Age relaxation is applicable for certain categories.
| 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 |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across different disciplines as follows.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 08 (OBC-NCL–4, SC–3, ST–1; incl. 1 PwBD-HH horizontal) |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 03 (OBC-NCL–1, SC–1, ST–1; incl. 1 PwBD-HH horizontal) |
| 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 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Assistant Engineer posts must possess a relevant degree in engineering. The minimum essential qualifications and corresponding GATE papers are listed below.
| 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) |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scale for the Assistant Engineer position is as follows.
| Grade | Starting Basic Pay | Scale of Pay |
| E2 | ₹50,000/- | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
Selection Process
The selection process involves multiple stages, which are outlined below.
- Initial shortlisting based on valid GATE-2026 marks.
- Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) in the ratio of 1:5 (1 post : 5 candidates).
- Final merit list prepared as per MRPL’s prevailing rules.
- Document Verification at the time of Personal Interview.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online by following the steps outlined below.
- 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.
- Fill in educational qualification, category, and other required details in the online application form.
- General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates must pay the application fee of ₹118/- online.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, GATE-2026 score card, and category/PwBD/EWS certificate as applicable.
- Click “Submit” and save the PDF of the submitted online application for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
The notification does not specify prior experience as a requirement for the Assistant Engineer posts, hence freshers are eligible to apply.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not mention any restrictions on applying for multiple posts; candidates may apply for more than one post if eligible.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates must provide their GATE-2026 score card, educational qualifications, and any applicable category/PwBD/EWS certificates during document verification.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: मंगलोर रिफाइनरी और पेट्रोकेमिकल्स लिमिटेड (MRPL)
- पद: सहायक अभियंता
- कुल पद: 26
- योग्यता: B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E
- आयु सीमा: अधिकतम 27 वर्ष (UR/EWS)
- अंतिम तिथि: 19 सितंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन
