Direct Recruitment of Engineer-Grade Officers in Meghalaya State Power Corporation
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) has invited applications from Indian citizens for 13 Assistant Engineer posts in the Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering (8) and Computer Science / IT Engineering (5) disciplines. This is a rare permanent Group-A officer cadre opening in a state-owned power utility, with a generous pay scale of ₹83,000 – ₹1,96,100 plus the standard government allowances.
The recruitment is purely offline, with the printed application form to be submitted in person at the Director (Corporate Affairs) office in Shillong between 22 April 2026 and 15 May 2026 on working days. If you are an engineering graduate searching for Meghalaya government jobs, GovtJobsAlert.in has covered the eligibility, written-test pattern, fees and the full step-by-step submission process for this MeECL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 below.
Key Highlights — MeECL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026
This MeECL recruitment is governed by Notification No. MeECL/CA/RECT/13/2026/11 dated 17 April 2026, and follows the Meghalaya State Government’s reservation policy for UR, Khasi/Jaintia, Garo and Other STs/SCs.
- Recruiting Body: Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL)
- Post Name: Assistant Engineer (Electrical / EEE & Computer Science / IT)
- Total Vacancies: 13 (8 Electrical + 5 Computer Science)
- Pay Scale: ₹83,000 – ₹1,96,100
- Minimum Qualification: BE / B.Tech in the respective discipline
- Application Mode: Offline (in person)
- Last Date to Submit: 15 May 2026
- Job Location: Shillong, Meghalaya
Vacancy Breakdown — MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026
The 13 posts are split discipline-wise, with category-wise reservation following Meghalaya state policy. The full discipline-wise table below is what you’ll see on Page 1 of the official notification.
| Discipline | Vacancies | Reservation Note |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical / EEE) | 8 | UR, Khasi/Jaintia, Garo, Others |
| Assistant Engineer (Computer Science / IT) | 5 | UR, Khasi/Jaintia, Garo |
Eligibility Criteria — MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026
Educational Qualification
- Electrical / EEE post: BE / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering OR Electrical & Electronics Engineering from any Indian University / Institute recognised by the Government of Meghalaya, UGC or AICTE.
- Computer Science / IT post: BE / B.Tech in Computer Science & IT Engineering from any Indian University / Institute recognised by the Government of Meghalaya, UGC or AICTE.
The qualifying date for the educational eligibility is the last date of application (15 May 2026), taken as the date of declaration of the final result.
Age Limit
The MeECL notification specifies that the age criteria is as per Meghalaya State Government rules. The standard relaxation is:
- Maximum Age: As per Meghalaya State Government criteria
- SC / ST: Upper age relaxable up to 5 years
Candidates are advised to verify their date of birth eligibility against the Meghalaya state recruitment rules before submitting the application form.
What is the Salary for MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026?
The Assistant Engineer post in MeECL falls in the executive officer cadre and carries one of the better pay scales among Northeast PSU jobs. The pay structure is in line with the 7th Pay Commission equivalent grade.
- Pay Scale: ₹83,000 – ₹1,96,100
- Plus Allowances: As admissible under MeECL rules (DA, HRA, medical, transport)
The expected in-hand salary for a fresh Assistant Engineer typically ranges between ₹85,000 and ₹1,00,000 per month after standard allowances and statutory deductions, growing through annual increments and promotions.
Apart from the basic pay and allowances, selected candidates receive provident fund, gratuity, leave benefits and access to MeECL’s career-progression ladder up to senior management positions in the corporation.
What is the Selection Process for MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026?
The selection process has three clear stages — a screening, a 200-mark written test, and a personal interview. Only shortlisted candidates make it to each next stage.
- Screening of Applications: Verification of eligibility against the post applied for; original document check at submission.
- Written Test (OMR-based): 3 hours duration, total 175 marks split between Technical Paper (150 marks) and General Studies — General English, GK and Aptitude (25 marks).
- Personal Interview: 25 marks, only for candidates qualifying the written test.
The technical paper covers nine subject sections from the respective discipline. For Electrical / EEE, it includes Electric Circuits, Electromagnetic Fields, Signals & Systems, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, Control Systems, Measurements, Analog & Digital Electronics, and Power Electronics. For Computer Science / IT, it covers Digital Logic, Computer Organisation, Programming & Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Compiler Design, Operating Systems, Databases, and Computer Networks. You can also browse our exam syllabus page for related preparation resources.
How to Apply Offline for MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026?
Applications must be submitted in person at the MeECL office in Shillong; postal applications will be summarily rejected and the bank draft forfeited.
- Visit the official MeECL website (link in Essential Links below) and download the Application Form for the post of Assistant Engineer.
- Take a clean printout and fill in your details legibly (delete whichever discipline is not applicable).
- Prepare a Bank Draft for the application fee in favour of “Principal Account, MeECL, Shillong”, payable at Shillong.
- Attach 3 recent passport-size colour photographs.
- Attach self-attested copies of: birth certificate, all educational mark sheets and certificates from Matriculation onwards, and ST/SC certificate (if applicable).
- Submit the printed form, the duly filled Admit Card, the bank draft and supporting documents in person at the Office of the Director (Corporate Affairs), MeECL, Lumjingshai, Short Round Road, Shillong – 793001.
- Submission window: working days, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM between 22 April 2026 and 15 May 2026.
- Carry original documents for verification at the time of submission.
Important Dates — MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026
Plan your travel to Shillong well in advance, especially if you are applying close to the last date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 17 April 2026 |
| Application Submission Start | 22 April 2026 |
| Application Submission Last Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Written Test Date | To be announced |
| Personal Interview Date | To be announced |
Application Fees — MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026
The fee must be paid by Bank Draft only in favour of “Principal Account, MeECL, Shillong” payable at Shillong, and attached with the application form.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR | ₹800 |
| SC / ST | ₹400 |
Essential Links — MeECL Assistant Engineer 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit MeECL Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Meghalaya Govt Jobs
A permanent Group-A engineer post in a Northeast state power utility doesn’t open up often, so this MeECL Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2026 is worth your full attention. Make sure your bank draft, mark sheets and category certificate are ready before you head to Shillong, and submit your application before the 15 May 2026 cut-off. For more PSU job notifications and Meghalaya state government openings, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.