EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026 for Planning & Scheduling: 15 Fixed Term Posts in a Navratna PSU
Engineers India Limited (EIL), a Navratna PSU and one of India’s leading engineering consultancy companies, has opened 15 Associate Engineer posts in Project Controls, Planning & Scheduling on a fixed term basis. If you are already working as a planning engineer and you handle Primavera P6 or MS Project every day, this one is written for you. The consolidated monthly pay goes up to ₹96,000, and the whole selection is screening plus a personal interview. Look through more PSU recruitment openings if you want to compare before you decide.
The online window is short — it opens on 15 September 2026 and shuts at 2359 hrs on 29 September 2026. This is an experienced-hire advertisement, so freshers will not clear the screening: Grade II asks for 5 years and Grade III asks for 9 years of relevant post-qualification experience as on 31 August 2026. Below you will find the vacancy split, the exact pay for each city category, the age limits, the documents that decide your case, and the clauses that quietly reject people. Read it fully here on GovtJobsAlert.in before you register.
What are the Key Highlights of EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Engineers India Limited (EIL), a Navratna PSU |
| Advertisement No. | HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/09 |
| Posts | Associate Engineer Grade II and Grade III |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Engagement | Fixed term, initially 3 years |
| Monthly Pay | ₹72,000 to ₹96,000 (consolidated) |
| Application Window | 15 September 2026 to 29 September 2026 |
| Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Job Location | NCR or project sites; anywhere in India and abroad |
| Selection | Screening of documents, then personal interview |
One small thing to note: the heading of the advertisement carries the number HRD/Rectt./Advt./2026-27/09, while the page footers of the same PDF print a different serial. Quote the heading number in any e-mail you send to EIL.
How Many Vacancies Are in EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
The reservation split is different for each position code, so read only the row for the post you are applying to.
| Post (Position Code) | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Grade II (Code A) | UR 5 / SC 1 / ST 1 / OBC 2 / EWS 0 | 9 |
| Associate Engineer Grade III (Code B) | UR 3 / SC 1 / ST 1 / OBC 1 / EWS 0 | 6 |
EWS is printed as zero for both posts. That is the advertisement’s own figure, not a missing number — so if you were planning to apply on an EWS certificate, there is no seat earmarked for you here, though you can still compete in the Unreserved seats. Reservation for PwD candidates follows Government of India directives, and only those with 40% or more disability may apply under the PwD category.
What is the Eligibility Criteria for EIL Associate Engineer 2026?
Educational Qualification and Experience
Both posts ask for the same degree; the experience requirement is what separates them. Everything — degree, experience and age — is counted as on 31 August 2026.
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Both posts | B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Sc (Engg) in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial or Production, with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPI |
| Both posts | The degree must have been earned within the prescribed minimum course duration |
| Grade II (Code A) | 5 years relevant post-qualification experience as a Planning Engineer, with expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project or similar tools, plus MS Office proficiency |
| Grade II (Code A) | Experience in Engineering Office and Field office across project execution modes such as PMC, EPCM and EPCC in Oil & Gas, Fertilizer or Power Plant fields |
| Grade III (Code B) | 9 years relevant post-qualification experience in Planning & Scheduling of engineering, procurement, logistics, site installation and other construction functions |
If your marksheet shows a CGPA, carry your university’s conversion norms in writing. Without that proof, EIL converts it using its own table below. More engineering government jobs are tracked on our site.
| CGPA / CPI Scale | Value Equal to 60% |
|---|---|
| 10-point scale | 6.5 |
| 9-point scale | 5.4 |
| 8-point scale | 4.8 |
| 7-point scale | 4.2 |
| 6-point scale | 3.6 |
| 5-point scale | 3.0 |
| 4-point scale | 2.2 |
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Grade II (Code A) | 37 years |
| Associate Engineer Grade III (Code B) | 41 years |
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwD – General / EWS | 10 years |
| PwD – OBC (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwD – SC / ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxable (quantum not stated in the advertisement) |
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Work out your exact age on 31 August 2026, not on the day you fill the form. A gap of a few days has cost people their candidature at document check.
What is the Salary for EIL Associate Engineer 2026?
The pay here is a consolidated monthly figure that already includes HRA and PF — it is not a 7th CPC pay level, and the advertisement states no Grade Pay. What you get depends on the city category of your posting.
| Post | City Category | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Engineer Grade II | X Category Cities | ₹80,000 |
| Associate Engineer Grade II | Y Category Cities | ₹76,000 |
| Associate Engineer Grade II | Z Category Cities | ₹72,000 |
| Associate Engineer Grade III | X Category Cities | ₹96,000 |
| Associate Engineer Grade III | Y Category Cities | ₹91,200 |
| Associate Engineer Grade III | Z Category Cities | ₹86,400 |
Because HRA and PF are already inside these figures, do not expect them to be added on top of the amount shown for your city.
Alongside the pay, the advertisement lists these benefits.
| Benefit | Detail |
|---|---|
| Medical insurance | Premium reimbursed for self, for cover up to ₹2,00,000 per annum |
| Extra working hours | Out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed for work beyond standard hours |
| Accident cover | GPAI scheme of the company, as per company policy |
| Official travel | Travelling allowance for duty outside your place of posting |
| Leave | 2 days paid leave for every completed month |
| Foreign posting | Living allowance, R&R and other allowances as per company rules |
Understand the Fixed Term Condition Before You Apply
This engagement is purely on a fixed term basis, initially for 3 years, and it ends automatically when that period expires unless it is ended earlier. The advertisement is explicit that no claim for regular appointment in EIL will be entertained on the strength of fixed term service. Treat it as a strong three-year role in a Navratna PSU, not as a back door into a permanent job.
What is the Selection Process for EIL Associate Engineer 2026?
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Online registration | Your application must be submitted online within the window |
| Screening | On the interview day, your application and certificates are screened against the eligibility for the post you applied for |
| Personal Interview | Only candidates who clear screening on all counts are called in |
| Document verification | Originals are produced on the same day |
| Medical fitness | Selected candidates may join only if found medically fit |
The advertisement prescribes these stages only — it describes no examination, no syllabus and no marking scheme, so put your effort into clean documents and a confident interview rather than test preparation. Depending on how many people turn up, interviews may run until 08.00 p.m. and continue the next day, in which case you arrange your own stay. EIL also reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or the selection process without giving a reason. Our interview and exam preparation guides can help you get ready.
How to Apply Online for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026?
Keep a scanned colour photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, max 75 KB) and your signature (.jpg/.jpeg, max 25 KB) ready before you start.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the EIL online application portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Read every instruction on the portal before you begin registration |
| 3 | Register with an e-mail ID that stays valid and functional for at least 24 months |
| 4 | Fill the form correctly — round percentage down to a whole number (60.9 becomes 60) and CGPA down to one decimal (6.95 becomes 6.9) |
| 5 | Upload the photograph and signature in the sizes given above |
| 6 | Submit the form, then take 6 printouts of the submitted application |
| 7 | Affix a colour photograph on the printouts and carry them when you are called |
Apply for one position only — if you submit more than one application, only the latest is treated as final and the earlier ones are rejected without notice. Every item below has to be produced on the interview day, with a self-attested photocopy set: if any original needed to meet the eligibility criteria is missing, you are not considered for further selection.
| Document to Produce at the Interview | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application printouts | 6 copies of the submitted online form, each with a recent colour photograph affixed |
| Photo identity (original) | Driving Licence, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID or Aadhaar issued by Govt. of India |
| Date of birth (original) | Matriculation / Class X certificate or Birth Certificate |
| Educational certificates (original) | Matriculation or Class X, HSC, Degree and Post Graduation mark sheets plus passing certificates of all semesters or years |
| CGPA conversion proof | Your university’s or institute’s conversion norms; without it EIL applies its own table above |
| Experience certificates (original) | For every experience declared, showing date of joining, date of separation and nature of work |
| Employment proof | Offer letter, confirmation order, pay slips, Identity Card, PF statement, ESI card, bank statement — on demand, and required if you are presently working |
| SC / ST certificate (original) | Prescribed format from the competent authority, if applicable |
| OBC (NCL) certificate (original) | Valid, in the prescribed Government of India format, if applicable |
| EWS certificate (original) | Valid, in the prescribed format from the competent authority, if applicable |
| Disability certificate (original) | Prescribed format from the competent authority, if applicable |
| Ex-Servicemen papers | Discharge certificate, undertaking and Proforma of Certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable |
| No Objection Certificate (original) | If you work in or under a Central, State or Autonomous body |
What are the Important Dates for EIL Associate Engineer 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 15 September 2026 (0000 hrs) |
| Last date to apply online | 29 September 2026 (2359 hrs) |
| Cut-off for qualification, experience and age | 31 August 2026 |
| Interview date, time and venue | To be intimated by e-mail to registered candidates |
The advertisement is headed “Walk In Interview”, yet the exact date is not printed anywhere in it. The selection will be held at EIL’s Gurugram, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Mumbai offices with reporting at 08:00 AM, and the exact date, time and venue will be sent separately to your registered e-mail ID. So keep that mailbox working and check it daily after you apply.
Is There an Application Fee for EIL Associate Engineer 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not specified in the advertisement |
The five-page advertisement does not name any application fee, payment mode or exemption anywhere. That is silence, not a promise that the application is free — so check the fee page on the portal while you register and pay whatever it asks for.
What Conditions Can Cost You This EIL Associate Engineer Job?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Eligibility shortfall | Candidates not meeting the requirements will not be considered, at any stage |
| Registration proof | Only those who registered online and report with a printout bearing a valid registration number will be considered; candidates who did not submit online will not be entertained |
| Missing originals | If any original document needed to meet the eligibility criteria is unavailable, you will not be considered for further selection |
| Wrong information | Furnishing wrong or false information is a disqualification, and EIL is not responsible for the consequence |
| Later discovery | If it is found at any stage that you do not meet the criteria or gave incorrect information, your candidature shall be cancelled |
| Multiple applications | Older applications are rejected without notice; only the latest one stands |
| Rejection without reason | EIL reserves the right to reject any application without assigning any reason |
| Travel and stay | You make your own arrangements — no allowances will be paid |
| Medical fitness | Selected candidates are allowed to join only if found medically fit |
| Regular appointment | No claim for regular appointment in EIL will be entertained on the basis of fixed term service |
| PwD applicants | Only persons with 40% or more disability may apply under the PwD category |
| Corrigendum | Any change or clarification appears only on EIL’s website — no separate press notice is issued |
Essential Links for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026
- Download Official EIL Associate Engineer Notification PDF
- Apply Online for EIL Associate Engineer Recruitment 2026
- Visit Engineers India Limited Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have the degree, the 60% and the planning experience, do not sit on this one. The window is only two weeks long and shuts on 29 September 2026, and a Navratna PSU paying up to ₹96,000 a month for project controls work does not come around often. Sort your experience certificates and CGPA conversion proof this week, register early, and keep checking your e-mail for the interview call. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our latest government job updates for more openings like this one.