Overview
Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), a Schedule 'A' Mini Ratna Central PSE and subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Engineer, 'E2' Grade (Management Cadre) (26 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only, via mrpl careers portal as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), a Schedule 'A' Mini Ratna Central PSE and subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
- Qualification
- 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)
- Vacancies
- 26
- Advertisement No
- 94/2026
- Last date to apply
- 19 September 2026, 18:00 hrs (IST)
Important Dates
| 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 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Eligibility
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)
Age Limit
Category: Maximum Age 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 Note: Age cut-off date is 19 September 2026. Age relaxation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST is applicable only for posts reserved for the respective category.
Salary
Grade: Starting Basic Pay | Scale of Pay E2: ₹50,000/- | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 In addition to basic pay, selected candidates get DA (IDA pattern), HRA/Township accommodation, Perks & Allowances under cafeteria approach, Performance Related Pay, and other benefits as per Company Rules. Candidates will be placed on training-cum-probation as per Company Rules.
Selection Process
• Initial shortlisting is based purely on valid GATE-2026 marks (out of 100); marks from any previous/other GATE examination are not considered. • Shortlisted candidates are called for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) in the ratio of 1:5 (1 post : 5 candidates), category/reservation-wise. • In case of a tie in GATE marks, the candidate with higher marks in the essential qualification (degree) will be ranked higher. • The final merit list is prepared as per MRPL's prevailing rules; MRPL reserves the right to add, modify or delete any test in the selection process. • Document Verification is conducted at the time of Personal Interview. • A panel of suitable candidates may be created and kept valid for one year.
How to Apply
• 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 using a valid email ID and mobile number (must remain active for at least 1 year). • Sign in and fill in educational qualification, category, and other required details in the online application form; an Application ID will be generated and sent via email/SMS. • General/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates: click "Pay Now", select "Advt. 94/2026", and pay the application fee of ₹118/- online; save the payment receipt. • After payment, return to the home page, click "Already Paid", sign in, and enter the SBI e-Collect Reference Number, bank name and payment date; upload the payment receipt (JPG). • SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates (fee-exempt) can directly proceed to document upload. • Upload scanned photograph, signature, GATE-2026 score card, and category/PwBD/EWS certificate as applicable, then click "Submit". • Save the PDF of the submitted online application for your records – no printout needs to be sent to MRPL, unless forwarding through proper channel (see below). Important: Government/PSU/Autonomous body employees must either forward their printed application through Proper Channel or produce an NOC at the time of interview. Applications forwarded through proper channel should be sent to: Senior Manager (HR), Recruitment Section, Mangalore Refinery and Petroch…
Required Documents
• Proof of age: SSLC marks card / Matriculation certificate / School leaving certificate / Municipal or Gram Panchayat birth certificate • All mark sheets and certificates for Class X, XII, Diploma, and Degree/PG Degree (individual semester/year mark sheets required) • GATE-2026 Score Card showing marks scored out of 100 • Caste certificate [SC/ST/OBC(NCL)] or Income & Asset Certificate (EWS), as applicable • PwBD certificate (minimum 40% disability), where applicable • Ex-servicemen status proof, where applicable • No Objection Certificate (NOC) or proper-channel forwarding, for Government/PSU/Autonomous body employees • Recent passport-size photograph and signature (scanned copies for online upload)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 26 Posts?
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
What is the age limit?
Category: Maximum Age 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 Note: Age cut-off date is 19 September 2026. Age relaxation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST is applicable only for posts reserved for the respective category.
What is the selection process?
• Initial shortlisting is based purely on valid GATE-2026 marks (out of 100); marks from any previous/other GATE examination are not considered. • Shortlisted candidates are called for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) in the ratio of 1:5 (1 post : 5 candidates), category/reservation-wise. • In case of a tie in GATE marks, the candidate with higher marks in the essential qualification (degree) will be ranked higher. • The final merit list is prepared as per MRPL's prevailing rules; MRPL reserves the right to add, modify or delete any test in the selection process. • Document Verification is conducted at the time of Personal Interview. • A panel of suitable candidates may be created and kept valid for one year.