IREL Executive Recruitment 2026: 73 Vacancies for Executive Posts
IREL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released Advertisement No. CO/HRM/35/2026 inviting online applications from qualified Indian Nationals for 73 Executive positions on a regular basis. The recruitment spans 36 distinct posts across Technical and Non-Technical disciplines, ranging from Assistant Manager (E-1) to General Manager (E-7) grade, offering a significant opportunity for engineering graduates and professionals in finance, law, HR, and other domains.
Short Information
IREL (India) Limited has announced a total of 73 vacancies for Executive posts across 19 Technical and 17 Non-Technical disciplines. The online application window opens on 20th July 2026 at 10:00 HRS and closes on 10th August 2026 at 18:00 HRS. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, including age limits, educational qualifications, and post-qualification experience requirements, as on the cut-off date of 10th August 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee | Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC(NCL) / EWS | Rs. 590/- (incl. GST) | Rs. 354/- (incl. GST) | Rs. 944/- | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, UPI |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women / Internal Candidates | Exempted | Rs. 354/- (incl. GST) | Rs. 354/- | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, UPI |
Note: The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
The following table summarizes the key posts, vacancy counts, age limits, educational qualifications, and pay scales. Detailed post-wise experience requirements and reservation breakup are extensive; candidates must refer to the official notification PDF for complete specifics applicable to their desired post.
| Post Name | Discipline | Grade | Vacancies | Max Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale (IDA) | Approx. CTC per Annum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Manager | Mechanical | E-5 | 1 | 42 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 80,000-2,20,000 | Rs. 26.70 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Mechanical | E-2 | 1 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Mechanical | E-1 | 6 | 28 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Chief Manager | Electrical | E-5 | 1 | 42 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 80,000-2,20,000 | Rs. 26.70 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Electrical | E-2 | 3 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Electrical | E-1 | 4 | 28 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Chemical | E-2 | 1 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Chemical | E-1 | 4 | 28 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Mineral | E-2 | 2 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Manager | Mining | E-3 | 1 | 35 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 | Rs. 20.02 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Mining | E-1 | 4 | 28 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Commercial/Purchase | E-2 | 2 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Industrial Safety | E-2 | 2 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Industrial Safety | E-1 | 2 | 28 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Instrumentation | E-1 | 1 | 28 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Deputy General Manager | IT | E-6 | 1 | 46 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 90,000-2,40,000 | Rs. 30.04 Lakhs |
| Manager | IT | E-3 | 1 | 35 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 | Rs. 20.02 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | IT | E-2 | 3 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Geology | E-2 | 1 | 32 Years | M.Sc | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Senior Manager | Legal | E-4 | 1 | 38 Years | LLB | Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 | Rs. 23.36 Lakhs |
| Manager | Legal | E-3 | 3 | 35 Years | LLB | Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 | Rs. 20.02 Lakhs |
| Senior Manager | Security | E-4 | 1 | 38 Years | Graduate (ESM) | Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 | Rs. 23.36 Lakhs |
| Manager | Security | E-3 | 1 | 35 Years | Graduate (ESM) | Rs. 60,000-1,80,000 | Rs. 20.02 Lakhs |
| Senior Manager | Medical | E-4 | 1 | 38 Years | MBBS | Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 | Rs. 23.36 Lakhs |
| General Manager | Finance | E-7 | 1 | 50 Years | CA/CMA/MBA | Rs. 1,00,000-2,60,000 | Rs. 33.38 Lakhs |
| Chief Manager | Finance | E-5 | 3 | 42 Years | CA/CMA/MBA | Rs. 80,000-2,20,000 | Rs. 26.70 Lakhs |
| Senior Manager | Finance | E-4 | 1 | 38 Years | CA/CMA/MBA | Rs. 70,000-2,00,000 | Rs. 23.36 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Finance | E-2 | 2 | 32 Years | CA/CMA/MBA | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Finance | E-1 | 1 | 28 Years | CA/CMA/MBA | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Deputy General Manager | Marketing | E-6 | 2 | 46 Years | B.E./B.Tech with MBA | Rs. 90,000-2,40,000 | Rs. 30.04 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Sales | E-2 | 6 | 32 Years | B.E./B.Tech | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | HRM (Admin.) | E-2 | 1 | 32 Years | MBA/MA/MSW in HRM | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Deputy Manager | Legal & HRM | E-2 | 1 | 32 Years | LLB with MBA/MA/MSW in HRM | Rs. 50,000-1,60,000 | Rs. 16.69 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | HRM | E-1 | 4 | 28 Years | MBA/MA/MSW in HRM | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Rajbhasha | E-1 | 2 | 28 Years | MA (Hindi/English) | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
| Assistant Manager | Company Secretary | E-1 | 1 | 28 Years | CS | Rs. 40,000-1,40,000 | Rs. 13.35 Lakhs |
General Qualification Norms:
- All prescribed qualifications must be with First Class (60% marks in aggregate) for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates and 55% marks for SC/ST candidates. This does not apply to qualified CAs/CMAs/CSs.
- Courses must be full-time/regular and recognized by State/Central Government/UGC/AICTE.
- For non-technical posts, qualifications via Online/Distance Learning from recognized universities are considered subject to conditions.
- If a course does not indicate percentage/first class, a conversion certificate is required; in its absence, a minimum of 6 on a 10-point scale is treated as 60%.
Experience Requirements:
- Government/PSU Candidates: Minimum two years' experience in the immediate lower scale of pay (or equivalent) as on 10/08/2026, out of the total post-qualification experience required.
- Private Sector Candidates: Must be drawing a minimum CTC during the last financial year as a percentage of the offered CTC (e.g., 70% for E-7, 60% for E-6/E-5, 50% for E-4 to E-2). This criterion does not apply to EWS candidates applying against EWS-reserved posts.
Age Relaxation (Upper age including all relaxations shall not exceed 56 years):
- OBC(NCL): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD UR/EWS: 10 years; PwBD OBC(NCL): 13 years; PwBD SC: 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service + 3 years
- Central/State Govt./PSU/Autonomous Org. employees: 5 years
- Domicile of J&K (01.01.1980–31.12.1989): 5 years (additional for OBC/SC)
- IREL Internal Candidates: 10 years
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process for IREL Executive Recruitment 2026 comprises the following stages:
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Shortlisting | Based on information/declaration submitted in the online application, verified later against uploaded documents. Candidates with experience in Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical, Power, or Manufacturing/Production sectors will have an advantage. |
| 2. Assessment | Personal Interview, Psychometric Test, and/or Group Exercise, or a combination thereof. Multiple levels of interview may be conducted if the number of shortlisted candidates is high. |
| 3. Written Test (If Required) | The company reserves the right to conduct a written test or any other test if deemed necessary. |
| 4. Final Selection | Depends on interview performance, organizational requirement, and vacancy availability. Meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee a call for interview. |
| 5. Pre-Employment Checks | Selected candidates must clear a Pre-Employment Medical Examination and Character & Antecedents Verification before joining. A wait-list will be maintained for one year. |
Note: There is no fixed exam pattern/syllabus published as the primary assessment is through interview/psychometric test/group exercise. Candidates should prepare for domain-specific technical/non-technical questions, general awareness, and personality assessment.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application for IREL Executive Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official IREL website or the application portal directly.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link provided in the Important Links section below.
- Step-I (Registration): Fill in Personal Details and Contact Details, then click "Generate OTP." Verify Mobile Number and Email ID using the OTPs received.
- Accept the terms and conditions, re-verify entered details, and click Submit. An Application Sequence Number (User ID) and Password will be sent via e-mail and SMS.
- Step-II (Filling the Application): Log in using the User ID and Password. Complete Personal Details, Additional Details, Communication Details, Qualification Details, and Declaration.
- Upload the required documents, including a recent passport-size photograph (white background, 100–200 KB, .jpg/.jpeg, 200 dpi, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) and signature (80–150 KB, .jpg/.jpeg).
- Preview the application to check for errors, then click Submit. Editing is not possible after submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee (Rs. 944/- or Rs. 354/- as applicable) through the online payment gateway (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, UPI).
- Print and retain the submitted Application Form and Payment Acknowledgement Slip for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist:
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Matriculation Mark Sheet)
- Copy of Aadhar Card
- Proof of prescribed minimum qualification (Degree/PG Degree/Diploma/Membership Certificate/Medical registration certificate, as applicable)
- Consolidated Mark Sheet of prescribed minimum qualification
- Qualification Equivalence Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate(s) from present/previous employer(s) in chronological order
- For private sector candidates: Proof of CTC (last 3 months' pay slips, pay certificate, last 3 years' Form-16 and ITR)
- Proof of minimum two years' experience in the immediate lower pay scale (for Govt./PSU/Bank candidates), with latest pay slips
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates)
- Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
- Proof of Ex-Servicemen status (where applicable)
- Other supporting documents as applicable
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to apply to avoid technical issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are available in IREL Recruitment 2026? IREL has notified 36 distinct posts across 19 Technical and 17 Non-Technical disciplines, ranging from Assistant Manager (E-1) to General Manager (E-7) grade, totalling 73 vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IREL Recruitment 2026? The online application closes on 10th August 2026 at 18:00 HRS. The cut-off date for eligibility (age, qualification, experience) is also 10th August 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for IREL Recruitment 2026? UR/EWS/OBC(NCL) candidates must pay Rs. 944/- (inclusive of GST). SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women/Internal candidates are exempted from the application fee but must pay a processing fee of Rs. 354/-.
Q4. What is the salary/CTC for IREL Executive posts? CTC ranges from approximately Rs. 13.35 Lakhs per annum for E-1 grade to Rs. 33.38 Lakhs per annum for E-7 grade, along with Performance Related Pay, Dearness Allowance, HRA/Company accommodation, medical facilities, PF, Gratuity, Pension Scheme, PRMS, and other perks as per company rules.
Q5. What is the maximum age limit for IREL Recruitment 2026? Age limits vary by post and grade (28 years for Assistant Manager to 50 years for General Manager before relaxation). In no case shall the upper age, including all relaxations, exceed 56 years.
Q6. What is the selection process for IREL Executive posts? Selection is through shortlisting followed by Personal Interview, Psychometric Test, or Group Exercise (or a combination). IREL also reserves the right to conduct a written test if required. Final selection depends on interview performance, organizational requirement, and vacancy availability.
Q7. Can government and PSU employees apply for IREL Recruitment 2026? Yes, candidates from Central/State Govt./PSUs/Autonomous Organizations can apply, subject to having minimum two years' experience in the immediate lower pay scale and applying through proper channel or producing a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
Q8. Where can I apply for IREL Recruitment 2026? Candidates can apply online through the link provided on IREL's official website, www.irel.co.in, between 20th July 2026 and 10th August 2026.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |