Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) Fire Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5 Posts (Advt. No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/03)

Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), a Schedule ‘A’ Mini Ratna Central Public Sector Enterprise and a subsidiary of ONGC Limited, has officially released its employment notification (Advt. No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/03) for the recruitment of qualified and experienced professionals as Fire Officer at Executive Level L1 on a Fixed Term Employment (PFTE) basis.

The online application registration window officially opened on 9th October 2026, and eligible Indian nationals can submit their applications online through the official MRPL careers portal up to 7th November 2026 (6:00 PM IST).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL)
Parent Organization	Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) / Govt. of India Enterprise
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/03
Post Designation	Fire Officer (Executive Level L1)
Total Openings	5 Vacancies
Nature of Employment	Personnel on Fixed Term Employment (PFTE) basis
Job / Posting Location	Mangalore, Karnataka
Application Mode	Online Only (via official MRPL web portal)
Notification Release Date	9th October 2026
Online Application Start Date	9th October 2026 (10:00 AM IST)
Last Date & Time to Apply	7th November 2026 (Up to 6:00 PM IST)
Official Website Portal	www.mrpl.co.in/careers

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Official Notification Publication Date	9th October 2026
Commencement of Online Application Portal	9th October 2026 (10:00 AM)
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	7th November 2026 (Up to 6:00 PM)
Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility	7th November 2026
Personal Interview (PI) Schedule	To be notified separately

Post, Vacancy & Category Distribution Matrix

Post Name	Position Level	Total Vacancies	Category-Wise Breakdown
Fire Officer	Executive Level L1	05	Unreserved (UR): 4, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 1

Salary Scale & Compensation Structure Matrix

• Consolidated Annual Remuneration: Ranging from ₹12 Lakh to ₹14 Lakh per annum depending on post-qualification years of relevant industrial experience.
• Benefits: Fixed term engagement terms along with allowances, medical coverage, and institutional amenities as per MRPL PFTE policy guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 7th November 2026)

• Upper Age Limits: Varies depending on category rules (typically up to 40 to 48/50 years for unreserved and reserved category relaxations as detailed in the comprehensive notification scheme).
• Relaxations: Standard upper age relaxations apply to OBC (NCL) and PwBD categories as per Central Government directives.

2. Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Core Engineering Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.E. / B.Tech) in Fire OR Fire & Safety from a recognized Indian University.
• Professional Experience: Minimum years of post-qualification operational experience in Fire / Fire & Safety departments within major process industries such as Oil & Gas refineries, petrochemical plants, heavy chemicals, or fertilizer sectors.

Selection Process Structure

1. Screening of Applications: Initial evaluation of online submissions to check fulfillment of age, educational qualifications, and mandatory industrial experience parameters.
2. Personal Interview (PI): Candidates shortlisted after screening will be called directly for a Personal Interview (no written screening test is prescribed for this fixed-term executive level engagement).
3. Document & Medical Verification: Final selection is subject to verification of original educational credentials, experience certificates, category proofs, and meeting prescribed medical fitness standards.

Application Fee Structure

• Candidates should review the online application fee instructions directly on the official registration portal as part of the live submission flow.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Careers Portal: Navigate to the official MRPL website at www.mrpl.co.in/careers.
2. Access Notification: Open Advt. No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/03 for the Fire Officer position.
3. Register Account: Click on “Click here to register online” to generate your unique Login ID and Password.
4. Complete Application Form: Sign in with your credentials, choose the Fire Officer role, and fill out personal records, educational milestones, and comprehensive work experience details accurately.
5. Upload Required Documents: Attach scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, birth/age proof, engineering mark sheets, and experience letters (indicating joining/relieving dates and latest pay slips).
6. Final Submission: Review all entered data via the preview button and submit your online application on or before 7th November 2026 (6:00 PM). Print and save a digital copy of the final submission slip for your records.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for MRPL Fire Officer Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application window closes on 7th November 2026 at 6:00 PM IST.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under this notification?

A: A total of 5 vacancies have been advertised (4 for UR and 1 for OBC-NCL) under Advertisement No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/03.

Q3: What is the nature of employment for this position?

A: This position is offered as Personnel on Fixed Term Employment (PFTE) at Executive Level L1.

Q4: What is the selection process for MRPL Fire Officer?

A: Selection consists of application screening followed directly by a Personal Interview (PI).

Q5: What is the annual compensation package offered?

A: The consolidated annual package ranges between ₹12 Lakh and ₹14 Lakh per annum based on relevant post-qualification experience.