EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026 - Detailed Selection Process & Info
EIL invites applications for 12 Associate Engineer positions. Eligibility criteria and the last date to apply are detailed in the official notification. Check the announcement for the full application timeline.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Engineers India Limited (EIL), a Navratna PSU and Total Solutions Engineering Consultancy Company |
| Advertisement No. | HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/07 |
| Post Name | Associate Engineer Grade I (Pipeline/Piping Engineer, Offshore Structural Engineer, Project Engineer) |
| Total Posts | 12 |
| Nature of Engagement | Fixed Term Basis, initially 2 years, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years from date of joining |
| Deployment | Pipeline and Offshore Projects |
| Place of Posting | National Capital Region (NCR) or various construction sites across the country; can be anywhere in India or abroad as per organizational requirement |
| Application Mode | Online registration, followed by walk-in Personal Interview |
Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 25 August 2026, 00:00 hrs |
| Online Registration Closes | 08 September 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Cut-off Date (Qualification, Experience, Age) | 31 July 2026 |
| Interview Date, Time & Venue | Not fixed in the notification; will be intimated separately to registered candidates via registered email |
| Reporting Time | 08:00 AM on the intimated date |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Associate Engineer Grade I – Pipeline/Piping Engineer (Position Code A) | 6 (UR–2, SC–1, ST–1, OBC–1, EWS–1) |
| 2 | Associate Engineer Grade I – Offshore Structural Engineer (Position Code B) | 4 (UR–2, SC–1, OBC–1) |
| 3 | Associate Engineer Grade I – Project Engineer (Position Code C) | 2 (UR–1, OBC–1) |
| Total | 12 | |
Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Position | Educational Qualification | Relevant Experience |
|---|---|---|
| A – Pipeline/Piping Engineer | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc(Engg.) in Mechanical, min. 60% or equivalent CGPI | Min. 2 years post-qualification; preferably in Design & Engineering as Mechanical Engineer (piping/pipeline) for Refinery/Petrochemical/Gas Processing/Fertilizer/Chemical plants/Offshore pipelines/Jetty LNG projects, with familiarity in ASME B31.4/B31.8/B31.3/API/ISO/International codes, OISD/PNGRB |
| B – Offshore Structural Engineer | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc(Engg.) in Civil/Ocean/Marine/Naval Architecture, min. 60% or equivalent CGPI | Min. 2 years post-qualification; in Civil/Structural Design of structures related to refineries, pipeline terminals, LPG/LNG terminals, ports, jetties, shipbuilding/repair facilities, offshore fixed platforms and marine structures |
| C – Project Engineer | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc(Engg.) in Mechanical/Civil/Ocean/Marine/Naval Architecture, min. 60% or equivalent CGPI | Min. 2 years post-qualification; similar to Position A (Design & Engineering experience for oil/gas pipelines, piping systems, relevant codes) |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Upper Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / General (All Positions) | 32 years |
| SC / ST | +5 years relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years relaxation |
| PwD – General/EWS | +10 years relaxation |
| PwD – OBC (NCL) | +13 years relaxation |
| PwD – SC/ST | +15 years relaxation |
| Persons with Disabilities (general relaxation) | +10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxable (extent not specified in the notification) |
Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Designation | X Category Cities | Y Category Cities | Z Category Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Grade I | ₹64,000/- | ₹60,800/- | ₹57,600/- |
Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Scale | 10-pt | 9-pt | 8-pt | 7-pt | 6-pt | 5-pt | 4-pt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CGPA/CPI for 60% | 6.5 | 5.4 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 3.6 | 3.0 | 2.2 |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before the stipulated deadline.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.