Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 26 Vacancies via GATE-2026 (Advt. No. 94/2026)

Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), a prestigious Mini Ratna Category-1 Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSE) and a subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt. No. 94/2026) for Assistant Engineers in the ‘E2’ Grade of the Management Cadre.

This engineering recruitment drive aims to fill 26 vacancies across Chemical, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines utilizing valid scores from the GATE-2026 examination. The online registration window officially opened on 21st August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online until 19th September 2026 (6:00 PM).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL)
Enterprise Status	Mini Ratna Category-1 CPSE (Subsidiary of ONGC)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 94/2026
Post Designation	Assistant Engineer (‘E2’ Grade, Management Cadre)
Total Openings	26 Vacancies
Mode of Recruitment	Based on valid GATE-2026 Scores + GD + Personal Interview
Job Location	Mangaluru, Karnataka (Refinery Complex)
Application Mode	Online Only (via official recruitment portal)
Online Registration Commencement	21st August 2026 (10:00 AM IST)
Last Date to Apply Online	19th September 2026 (up to 6:00 PM IST)
Official Website Portals	www.mrpl.co.in

Important Schedule & Key Dates Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Official Notification Release Date	21st August 2026
Commencement of Online Application & Fee Payment	21st August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility Calculation	19th September 2026
Closing Date for Online Application Submission	19th September 2026 (up to 6:00 PM)
Shortlisting for Group Discussion & Personal Interview	To be notified on the MRPL website

Discipline-Wise & Post Vacancy Distribution

The 26 vacancies are partitioned across core engineering branches, featuring a Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) for reserved categories alongside general openings:

S. No.	Discipline / Engineering Branch	Target Posts & Recruitment Type	Vacancy Count
1	Chemical Engineering	General Recruitment Drive (Open to all eligible categories)	15 Posts
2	Mechanical Engineering	Special Recruitment Drive (Exclusively for SC / ST / OBC-NCL)	08 Posts
3	Electrical Engineering	Special Recruitment Drive (Exclusively for SC / ST / OBC-NCL)	03 Posts
—	Total Openings	—	26 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Qualifications

All academic qualifications must be regular full-time degree courses from UGC-recognized universities or AICTE-approved institutions.

1. Educational Qualifications by Discipline

• Chemical Engineering: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology (BE / B.Tech / B.Sc. Engineering) in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Petrochemical Engineering / Petrochemical Technology with minimum aggregate marks.
• Mechanical Engineering: Regular BE / B.Tech / B.Sc. Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Electrical Engineering: Regular BE / B.Tech / B.Sc. Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum Percentage Criteria: 60% aggregate marks for General, EWS, and OBC (NCL) candidates, relaxed to 50% aggregate marks for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.

2. Mandatory GATE-2026 Requirement

• Candidates must possess a valid score in GATE-2026 in the corresponding paper code. Scores or results from any previous years or other GATE iterations will not be accepted.

3. Age Limit Parameters (As on 19th September 2026)

• Maximum Age Limit (Unreserved / EWS): 27 Years
• Category-Based Upper Age Relaxations:
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years (Total up to 30 years)
  • Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST): +5 Years (Total up to 32 years)
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines.

Salary Structure & Compensation Scale (‘E2’ Grade)

• Cadre Designation: Management Cadre, Grade ‘E2’
• Pay Scale Range: ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000/- per month
• Additional Perks: Basic starting emoluments include Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, perquisites under cafeteria approach, contributory provident fund, gratuity, medical coverage, and performance-related pay as per MRPL corporate rules.

Selection Process & Shortlisting Methodology

The multi-tiered selection process is structured to evaluate technical competency and communication abilities:

1. GATE-2026 Score Shortlisting: Initial screening and shortlisting of candidates will be based strictly on normalized marks/scores obtained out of 100 in the GATE-2026 examination in the respective discipline code. Shortlisted candidates are called in a ratio of 1:5 (1 post to 5 candidates) category-wise.
2. Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI): Shortlisted applicants must clear the qualitative group interaction and personal interview rounds.
3. Pre-Employment Medical Examination: Final selection is contingent upon successfully passing the corporate medical fitness review administered by the MRPL hospital board.

Application Fee Structure

• General / OBC (NCL) / EWS Candidates: ₹118/- (Inclusive of processing fee and applicable GST)
• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Nil (Fully exempted from fee payments)
• Payment Channel: Secure online digital payment gateway via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official website at www.mrpl.co.in and open the “Careers” section.
2. Access Notification: Click on the active link reading “Recruitment of Assistant Engineers in ‘E2’ Grade through GATE-2026 (Advt. No. 94/2026)”.
3. New Registration: Click on “Click here to register online” and supply a valid email ID and active mobile number to generate login credentials.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in, input personal credentials, academic details, graduation scores, and precise GATE-2026 registration number / score details.
5. Upload Documents: Upload clear scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, GATE-2026 scorecard, and relevant community/caste certificates.
6. Fee Payment & Final Submit: Pay the requisite fee online (if applicable), review all details carefully on the preview screen, submit the final application before 6:00 PM on 19th September 2026, and save/print a copy of the confirmation slip for your records.

🔗 MRPL Official Website Portal Link

🔗 Direct Online Application Link for MRPL Assistant Engineer 2026

📄 Download MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment Notification PDF (Advt. No. 94/2026)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for MRPL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application portal closes on 19th September 2026 at 6:00 PM (IST).

Q2: Are scores from GATE exams prior to 2026 valid for this recruitment?

A: No. Only valid GATE-2026 scores are accepted; scores from previous years or alternative examinations are ineligible.

Q3: How many total vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 94/2026?

A: A total of 26 vacancies have been notified across Chemical (15), Mechanical (8), and Electrical (3) engineering streams.

Q4: Is work experience mandatory to apply for these Assistant Engineer posts?

A: No prior work experience is mandatory; fresh engineering graduates meeting the educational criteria and holding a valid GATE-2026 score can apply.

Q5: What is the pay scale for selected candidates?

A: Selected engineers are appointed in the Management Cadre Grade ‘E2’ with a pay scale of ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000/- per month.