EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Engineers India Limited (EIL) |
| Post Name | Associate Engineer Grade I (Pipeline/Piping Engineer, Offshore Structural Engineer, Project Engineer) |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Application Mode | Online Registration followed by Walk-in Personal Interview |
| Job Location | NCR or various construction sites across India/abroad as per organizational requirement |
Important Dates
| 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 | To be intimated separately via registered email |
| Reporting Time for Interview | 08:00 AM on intimated date |
Application Fee
No Application Fee
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Details
Position-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Position Code | Post Name | Total Posts | Category-wise Breakup |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Associate Engineer Grade I – Pipeline/Piping Engineer | 6 | UR–2, SC–1, ST–1, OBC–1, EWS–1 |
| B | Associate Engineer Grade I – Offshore Structural Engineer | 4 | UR–2, SC–1, OBC–1 |
| C | Associate Engineer Grade I – Project Engineer | 2 | UR–1, OBC–1 |
| Total | 12 |
Note: Reservation for PwBD candidates (40% or more disability) applicable as per GoI directives.
Educational Qualification & Experience
| Position | Educational Qualification | Relevant Experience (Post-Qualification) |
|---|---|---|
| A – Pipeline/Piping Engineer | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc(Engg.) in Mechanical, min. 60% or equivalent CGPI | Min. 2 years in Design & Engineering as Mechanical Engineer (piping/pipeline) for Refinery/Petrochemical/Gas Processing/Fertilizer/Chemical plants/Offshore pipelines/Jetty LNG projects; familiarity with 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 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 in Design & Engineering for oil/gas pipelines, piping systems, relevant codes (similar to Position A) |
Qualification must be acquired within prescribed minimum course duration. Eligibility reckoned as on 31 July 2026.
Age Limit (as on 31 July 2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 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 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxable (extent not specified) |
Remuneration (Consolidated Monthly, inclusive of HRA & PF)
| Designation | X Category Cities | Y Category Cities | Z Category Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Grade I | ₹64,000/- | ₹60,800/- | ₹57,600/- |
Additional Benefits:
- Medical Insurance Premium reimbursement (self, up to ₹2,00,000/annum)
- Out-of-pocket expenses reimbursement for extended working hours
- Coverage under Company's GPAI Scheme
- Travelling Allowances for official duty travel outside posting
- Paid leave: 2 days per completed month
Selection Process
- Screening of Applications & Certificates – On interview day, documents verified for eligibility.
- Personal Interview – Only candidates meeting all eligibility criteria proceed.
- Medical Fitness – Selected candidates must be medically fit to join.
No written test. Interviews may extend until 8:00 PM or continue next day; candidates arrange own stay. Furnishing false information leads to disqualification.
How to Apply
- Visit the career section on the EIL website.
- Read all instructions carefully before proceeding.
- Fill online form with correct details (round percentage down to nearest whole number; round CGPA down to one decimal).
- Keep scanned copies ready: recent passport-size colour photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, max 75 KB) and signature (.jpg/.jpeg, max 25 KB).
- Complete registration between 25 August 2026 and 08 September 2026 (23:59 hrs).
- Take 6 printouts of the registered application form, affix colour photograph, and bring to walk-in interview.
- Important: Apply for only one position; multiple applications → latest considered final. Unregistered candidates not entertained.
Documents Required at Interview (Original + Self-Attested Photocopy)
- 6 copies of submitted online application form with photograph affixed
- Valid Govt. photo ID (Driving Licence/PAN Card/Passport/Voter ID/Aadhaar)
- Date of Birth proof (Matriculation/Class X certificate or Birth Certificate)
- Educational certificates: Matriculation/Class X/HSC/Degree/PG mark sheets & passing certificates (all semesters/years)
- CGPA/OGPA/CPI to percentage conversion proof (or standard conversion table used)
- Experience certificates (original) showing joining date, separation date, nature of work
- On demand: offer letter, confirmation order, pay slips, PF statement, ESI card, bank statement
- SC/ST certificate (prescribed format), if applicable
- Valid OBC (NCL) certificate (GoI format), if applicable
- Valid EWS certificate (prescribed format), if applicable
- Disability certificate (prescribed format), if applicable
- Discharge Certificate, undertaking, proforma for Ex-Servicemen, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (original), for candidates in Central/State/Autonomous Body
Non-availability of any original eligibility document → candidate not considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many Associate Engineer posts has EIL notified in 2026?
EIL has notified 12 posts – 6 Pipeline/Piping Engineer, 4 Offshore Structural Engineer, and 2 Project Engineer, all Associate Engineer Grade I.
Q2. Is this a permanent job?
No, it is a fixed-term engagement, initially for 2 years and extendable up to a maximum of 3 years from the date of joining. No claim for regular appointment will be entertained.
Q3. What is the last date for online registration for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Online registration closes on 08 September 2026 at 23:59 hrs.
Q4. Where will the walk-in interview be held?
At EIL offices in Gurugram, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai, or Vadodara; the exact date, time, and venue will be intimated to registered candidates by email.
Q5. What is the remuneration for EIL Associate Engineer Grade I?
A consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹64,000 in X category cities, ₹60,800 in Y category cities, and ₹57,600 in Z category cities, inclusive of HRA and PF.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |