Contractual / Regular

Engineers India Limited Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 15 Associate Engineer Posts

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Sep. 15, 2026
Associate Engineer Grade II (Project Controls, Planning & Scheduling)Associate Engineer Grade III (Project Controls, Planning & Scheduling)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
15 Posts (Grade II: 9, Grade III: 6)
Pay Scale
₹72,000 – ₹96,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 37 Years (Grade II) | Up to 41 Years (Grade III) as on 31.08.2026
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 15, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 15, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 29, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window15 – 29 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

  • B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Sc. (Engg) in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPI.
  • Grade II Experience: Minimum 5 years post-qualification relevant experience as a Planning Engineer with expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools, along with PMC, EPCM, or EPCC execution in Oil & Gas, Fertilizer, or Power sectors.
  • Grade III Experience: Minimum 9 years post-qualification relevant experience in planning & scheduling of engineering, procurement, logistics, site installation, and construction functions in Oil & Gas, Fertilizer, or Power Plant projects.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit as on 31.08.2026 is 37 years for Associate Engineer Grade II and 41 years for Associate Engineer Grade III. Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), 10 to 15 years for PwD, and as per rules for Ex-Servicemen.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Application Registration & Screening

OnlineQualifying Only

Original Document Verification & Certificate Scrutiny

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview before EIL Selection Board

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through online application registration, preliminary document screening, and Personal Interview. Applications submitted online between September 15, 2026 and September 29, 2026 will be screened against eligibility criteria (min. 60% in engineering degree and 5/9 years relevant experience). Candidates meeting all requirements will be invited to appear for Personal Interview at EIL offices in Gurugram, Bengaluru, Kolkata, or Mumbai (reporting at 08:00 AM). Candidates must carry 6 copies of the online application form along with original certificates and employment verification records.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Evaluation Component35 MarksRelevant Experience & Expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project & Scheduling Tools
Evaluation Component30 MarksDomain Knowledge of EPC / EPCM / PMC Project Controls in Oil & Gas, Fertilizer, or Power Plants
Evaluation Component20 MarksEngineering Fundamentals, Construction Logistics & Site Execution Understanding
Evaluation Component15 MarksPersonal Interview, Communication & Leadership Aptitude

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Associate Engineers on a fixed-term contract at Engineers India Limited (EIL) are deployed in project controls, planning, and scheduling across mega EPC, EPCM, and PMC ventures in Oil & Gas, refining, petrochemicals, fertilizers, and power plant infrastructure. The role involves developing comprehensive Level-3 and Level-4 schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project, tracking progress S-curves, managing resource histograms, monitoring EPC contractors, and analyzing delay claims and schedule variances. Working locations include the EIL Head Office/Complex in Gurugram/NCR, regional engineering offices (Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai), or field construction sites across India and abroad. Candidates experience demanding project environments with tight milestone schedules and site travel requirements.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The engagement is purely on a fixed-term basis initially for a duration of 3 (three) years. Unless extended by mutual agreement or terminated earlier, the engagement concludes automatically upon expiry of 3 years. Selected engineers receive consolidated monthly pay (₹80,000 to ₹96,000 in X-cities, ₹76,000 to ₹91,200 in Y-cities, ₹72,000 to ₹86,400 in Z-cities), medical insurance reimbursement up to ₹2 lakh/year, 2 days paid leave per month, and out-of-pocket expenses for beyond-hours work. Contractual service confers no claim or right for regular absorption or permanent employment in EIL.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Fixed-term engineers do not participate in EIL's regular executive promotion ladder. However, 3 years of hands-on Primavera P6 scheduling experience on high-stakes EIL refinery/hydrocarbon projects serves as a massive credential boost for senior project manager and planning lead appointments across multinational EPC majors (L&T Hydrocarbon, Technip, Petrofac, Fluor) or for subsequent lateral executive recruitment drives at PSUs.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Mandatory 60% Minimum Academic Cutoff: Candidates must have obtained at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPI in their engineering degree within the prescribed normal course duration; rounding up of marks (e.g., claiming 60% from 59.9%) is strictly prohibited.
  • Strict Experience Verification: Candidates must provide comprehensive experience proof including service certificates, offer letters, pay slips, PF statements, ESI cards, and bank statements; vague or unsubstantiated claims will lead to summary disqualification.
  • Strict Six-Copy Hardcopy Requirement: Candidates must bring 6 printed copies of the submitted online application form with colour photographs affixed, along with original certificates and one self-attested photocopy set, to the interview venue.
  • Single Position Application Limit: A candidate can apply for only one post (Grade II or Grade III); if multiple applications are submitted, only the latest application will be retained and earlier ones cancelled automatically.
  • Non-Regular Fixed Term Appointment: The engagement is purely for a fixed 3-year term and confers no right or claim for permanent absorption in EIL.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR8
  • OBC3
  • SC2
  • ST2
  • EWS0
Total Vacancies15 Posts (Grade II: 9, Grade III: 6)

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated Monthly Remuneration (including HRA & PF):

  • Associate Engineer Grade II: X Category Cities: ₹80,000/- | Y Category Cities: ₹76,000/- | Z Category Cities: ₹72,000/-
  • Associate Engineer Grade III: X Category Cities: ₹96,000/- | Y Category Cities: ₹91,200/- | Z Category Cities: ₹86,400/-
  • Other Benefits: Medical insurance reimbursement up to ₹2,00,000/- per annum for self, reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses for extra hours, GPAI company policy coverage, travelling allowances, and 2 days paid leave for each completed month.

Consolidated monthly remuneration: Grade II: ₹72,000 to ₹80,000; Grade III: ₹86,400 to ₹96,000 (based on city tier X, Y, or Z), plus medical insurance up to ₹2,00,000/- p.a., GPAI coverage, and allowances.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official career portal of Engineers India Limited at recruitment.eil.co.in or engineersindia.com.
  2. Read the detailed instructions under Advt. No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/09 and select either Position Code A (Grade II) or Position Code B (Grade III). Candidates can apply for one position only.
  3. Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details. Round off percentages of marks to lower whole numbers (e.g. 60.9% to 60%) and CGPA to lower decimals (e.g. 6.95 to 6.9).
  4. Upload scanned copies of recent passport size colour photograph (max 75 KB, .jpg/.jpeg) and signature (max 25 KB, .jpg/.jpeg).
  5. Submit the application online before September 29, 2026 (23:59 hrs). Candidates are not required to send printouts by post.
  6. Print 6 copies of the submitted application form, affix colour photographs, and bring them along with all original documents, one set of self-attested photocopies, proof of CGPA conversion formula, and employment verification papers (experience certificates, offer letters, pay slips, PF statements) to the interview venue at 08:00 AM on the date intimated via email.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

NIL (No application fee required to apply).

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

5 Queries Resolved

Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Associate Engineer Grade II receives ₹80,000/- (X-cities), ₹76,000/- (Y-cities), or ₹72,000/- (Z-cities) per month; Grade III receives ₹96,000/- (X-cities), ₹91,200/- (Y-cities), or ₹86,400/- (Z-cities) per month.

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