Engineers India Limited (EIL) Recruitment 2026 online applications are now open for 61 tentative vacancies for Engineer, Deputy Manager, Manager and Senior Manager posts. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/08. EIL is a Navratna public sector undertaking and engineering consultancy company.
The online application window opened at 00:00 hours on 11 September 2026 and will remain open until 23:59 hours on 25 September 2026. Candidates should check the exact post, discipline, qualification and experience requirements before applying because EIL permits a candidate to apply for only one position under this advertisement.
EIL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Engineers India Limited (EIL) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/08 |
| Recruitment Type | Experienced Personnel |
| Total Vacancies | 61 tentative vacancies |
| Posts | Engineer, Deputy Manager, Manager, Senior Manager |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 11 September 2026, 00:00 hrs |
| Last Date | 25 September 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Eligibility Cut-off | 31 August 2026 |
| Selection | Shortlisting followed by interview |
| Posting | Anywhere in India or abroad as per organisational requirement |
EIL Vacancy 2026 Details
The 61 vacancies are tentative. The official notification gives the following post-wise and reservation-wise distribution:
| Post / Discipline | Vacancies | Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| Engineer (Civil-Structural) | 2 | UR 1, OBC 1 |
| Engineer (Mechanical-Piping) | 10 | UR 4, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 3, EWS 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Civil-Structural) | 6 | UR 1, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 2, EWS 1 |
| Dy. Manager (EWS) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Mechanical) – SMED-I (SE) | 5 | UR 2, SC 1, OBC 2 |
| Dy. Manager (Mechanical) – SMED-II (PE) | 2 | UR 1, OBC 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Mechanical) – SMED-II (RE) | 3 | UR 1, SC 1, OBC 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Mechanical) – FED | 1 | UR 1 |
| Dy. Manager (DTS – AI/Data Science route) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Dy. Manager (DTS – IT/Data Analytics route) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Chemical – Process I) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Instrumentation) | 5 | UR 1, SC 1, OBC 2, EWS 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Civil-Structural – additional code) | 3 | UR 2, SC 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Mechanical-Piping) | 5 | UR 1, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 1, EWS 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Electrical) | 4 | UR 2, SC 1, OBC 1 |
| Manager (FED) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Manager (EWS-Safety) | 2 | UR 1, OBC 1 |
| Manager (DTS) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Manager (Electrical) | 4 | SC 1, ST 1, OBC 2 |
| Manager (Alumina) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Senior Manager (DTS) | 1 | OBC 1 |
| Senior Manager (Chemical-Process 2) | 1 | UR 1 |
Reservation and relaxation for Persons with Disabilities are applicable as per Government of India guidelines. Candidates claiming a reserved category must meet the certificate requirements stated in the official advertisement.
Important Dates
| Online application starts | 11 September 2026 at 00:00 hrs |
|---|---|
| Last date and time | 25 September 2026 at 23:59 hrs |
| Qualification, experience and age cut-off | 31 August 2026 |
| Interview date | To be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates |
Educational Qualification and Experience
Eligibility is post-specific. Most engineering posts require a full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering) in the relevant discipline with at least 65% marks. Relevant disciplines include Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Technology, Metallurgy, Mineral Processing and related fields depending on the position. Certain DTS positions also allow MCA in the specified computer/IT disciplines with the required marks.
The minimum relevant post-qualification experience generally depends on grade: 1 year for Engineer, 4 years for Deputy Manager, 8 years for Manager and 12 years for Senior Manager. The official PDF gives detailed experience areas for every position, such as piping, structural engineering, static/rotating equipment, fired heaters, process engineering, instrumentation, Power BI/data analytics, GenAI/Agentic AI, electrical engineering, safety and alumina projects. Applicants should match their experience to the exact position code before submitting the form.
Age Limit
| Grade | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Engineer | 28 years |
| Deputy Manager | 32 years |
| Manager | 36 years |
| Senior Manager | 40 years |
The cut-off date for upper age is 31 August 2026. Category and PwD relaxations are governed by the detailed EIL advertisement and applicable Government of India rules. OBC-NCL candidates must upload a valid OBC-NCL certificate that remains valid on the closing date.
EIL Salary 2026
| Post | IDA Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Engineer | ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 |
| Deputy Manager | ₹70,000–₹2,00,000 |
| Manager | ₹80,000–₹2,20,000 |
| Senior Manager | ₹90,000–₹2,40,000 |
Other admissible benefits and emoluments will be governed by EIL rules. Candidates should rely on the official advertisement for the complete compensation provisions.
Application Fee
The detailed EIL advertisement does not state a separate application fee. Candidates should not make any payment to an unofficial person, agency or website. EIL warns candidates about fake recruitment communications and advises applicants to use only its official recruitment portal.
Selection Process
EIL may shortlist candidates by considering the qualifying examination marks, relevance of experience and other advertised criteria. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed through email. The official notification states that selection will be through an interview at New Delhi/Gurugram. The interview date and venue will be communicated separately.
Place of Posting
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad according to organisational requirements, including EIL offices at New Delhi/Gurugram, Chennai, Vadodara, Kolkata and Mumbai, as well as inspection offices and construction sites.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent passport-size colour photograph in the prescribed format and size.
- Scanned signature.
- Class X certificate/marksheet or other accepted date-of-birth proof.
- Educational qualification marksheets and certificates.
- Relevant experience certificates.
- Pay-scale proof where applicable.
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, where applicable.
- PwD certificate, where applicable.
The online application printout does not have to be sent by post. Candidates should retain it for future reference and for the interview if shortlisted.
How to Apply for EIL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official EIL Recruitment Portal using the link below.
- Open Recruitment for Experienced Professionals – Adv. No. HRD/RECTT./ADVT./2026-27/08.
- Read the official advertisement carefully and select the correct post and discipline.
- Click the relevant post link and complete the online registration form.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates.
- Review all information carefully and submit the application before 23:59 hrs on 25 September 2026.
- Save or print the submitted application for future use.
Important: A candidate can apply for only one position under this advertisement. If multiple applications are submitted, EIL states that the latest application will be treated as final and older applications will be rejected.
Official Links
Apply Now – Official EIL Recruitment Portal
Download Official Notification PDF
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in EIL Recruitment 2026?
The official advertisement lists 61 tentative vacancies across Engineer, Deputy Manager, Manager and Senior Manager positions.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes at 23:59 hours on 25 September 2026.
When did online applications open?
Applications opened at 00:00 hours on 11 September 2026.
What is the selection process?
EIL will shortlist eligible candidates and selection will be through interview at New Delhi/Gurugram. Interview details will be sent separately to shortlisted candidates.
Can I apply for more than one EIL post?
No. The advertisement says a candidate can apply for only one position. If multiple applications are submitted, only the latest one will be considered final.
Where should I apply?
Apply only through the official EIL Recruitment Portal at recruitment.eil.co.in.