MECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026, Vacancy – 30, Last date – 8 March 2026

1. Visit the official MECL recruitment portal or apprenticeship portals.
2. Register on NATS portal for Graduate & Technician Apprentices.
3. Register on Apprenticeship India portal for Trade Apprentices.
4. Fill in the application form with correct details.
5. Upload required documents and submit before 8 March 2026.

The Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) offers a structured monthly stipend to apprentices depending on their category. This ensures fair compensation during the one-year training period under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. The stipend varies by qualification level and trade specialization, as shown below:

The stipend is credited monthly and is fixed for the duration of the apprenticeship. Apprentices are not entitled to additional allowances or benefits beyond the prescribed stipend.

• Educational Certificates (Degree/Diploma/ITI)
• Mark Sheets (minimum 50% marks proof)
• Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN)
• Passport-size Photographs

The MECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 does not involve any written examination. Selection will be purely merit-based, determined by the marks obtained in the qualifying academic examinations (Degree, Diploma, or ITI depending on category). There will be no preliminary or mains test, and no interview stage. The recruitment process emphasizes transparency and fairness, ensuring that candidates are selected solely on academic performance and eligibility criteria.

The selection procedure for MECL Apprenticeship 2026 follows a streamlined process:

1. Application Review: All online applications submitted through NATS or Apprenticeship India portals will be screened.
2. Merit List Preparation: Candidates will be shortlisted based on marks obtained in their qualifying examination (Graduate, Diploma, or ITI).
3. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present original certificates, mark sheets, and identity proofs for verification.
4. Final Selection: Candidates who successfully clear document verification will be engaged as apprentices for one year under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.

No written test or interview is conducted. The entire process is merit-driven, ensuring equal opportunity for all eligible applicants.

Apprenticeship training under MECL will be conducted across multiple project sites, providing candidates with exposure to diverse working environments in both Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. The official training locations are listed below:

These training centres are strategically located to provide apprentices with practical industry experience in mineral exploration projects. Candidates will be assigned to specific sites based on their trade and category.

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