WAPCOS Recruitment 2026: Site Engineer, Project Engineer and Architect Vacancies in Mumbai
If you are a civil, electrical or mechanical engineer with a few years of site experience, or an architect registered with the Council of Architecture, here is a good chance. WAPCOS Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, wants to engage 16 experts for its construction project in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The posts are Site Engineer (7), Project Engineer (8) and Architect (1). See more PSU jobs on our site.
This is a contract engagement, not a permanent job, so read the terms before you apply. You must apply online by 13 November 2026, and then post a printed copy of your application within a week. Read every section below, because one wrong choice of post code can cost you the application. Stay with GovtJobsAlert.in for every update on this recruitment.
What Are the WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights?
WAPCOS works in water resources, irrigation, hydropower, urban infrastructure, power transmission and environment projects, in India and abroad. This drive is only for its Mumbai project site. The advertisement number is printed as WAPCOS/HR/CONS/TECH/2026/ in the notification.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | WAPCOS Limited |
| Posts | Site Engineer, Project Engineer, Architect |
| Total Vacancies | 16 (indicative) |
| Job Location | Project site, Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Type of Engagement | Temporary, initially 11 months |
| Last Date (Online) | 13 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in WAPCOS Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives no category-wise split. It lists vacancies by engineering discipline, so check the row for your own post.
| Post (Code) | Discipline-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Site Engineer (WP-01) | Civil 5 / Electrical 1 / Mechanical 1 | 7 |
| Project Engineer (WP-02) | Civil 6 / Electrical 1 / Mechanical 1 | 8 |
| Architect (WP-03) | No discipline split | 1 |
Across all posts, that makes Civil 11, Electrical 2, Mechanical 2 and 1 Architect, a total of 16. The number of posts is only indicative. WAPCOS may increase, decrease, modify or cancel it without giving any reason.
What Is the Eligibility for WAPCOS Site Engineer, Project Engineer and Architect 2026?
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Site Engineer | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an AICTE-approved university or institute. Experience: minimum 3 years and less than 5 years after qualification, in the construction sector |
| Project Engineer | Same full-time B.E./B.Tech from an AICTE-approved institute. Experience: minimum 5 years and less than 10 years after qualification, in the construction sector |
| Architect | Full-time B.Arch. from a recognised university or institute, with valid Council of Architecture (COA) registration. Experience: minimum 5 years and less than 10 years after qualification, in the construction sector |
Your experience is counted as on 1 October 2026. A candidate may apply only for the post that matches his or her post-qualification experience on that date. So if you have 4 years of experience, apply for Site Engineer, not Project Engineer. Engineers who want more such openings can see engineering government jobs.
Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Site Engineer | 40 years |
| Project Engineer | 45 years |
| Architect | 45 years |
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Age is counted as on 1 October 2026. The notification lists no minimum age and no age relaxation for any category, so do not assume relaxation applies. Use the calculator above to check your exact age on that date.
What Is the WAPCOS Salary 2026 for These Posts?
The notification does not state any pay amount. It says only that the remuneration is consolidated and fixed for the whole period of engagement. Because there is no figure to quote, we will not guess one. If the salary matters to your decision, check the WAPCOS website before applying, or write to the clarification e-mail given in the notification.
Since the work is at a project site in Mumbai, candidates must be willing to serve at the site as the project requires. Expect a project-style role: site execution and measurements for Site Engineers, supervision, quality control and billing for Project Engineers, and design detailing and drawing review for the Architect. The engagement may be extended if the project needs it and your work is satisfactory.
What Is the Selection Process for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Applications meeting all criteria (qualification, experience, age, category, documents) shall be shortlisted |
| Intimation | Shortlisted candidates are informed only by registered e-mail or the WAPCOS website, not by post |
| Weightage | Relevant experience is given due weightage |
The notification does not describe any written test, interview or exam pattern. It also does not say how shortlisted candidates will be assessed next. Keep checking your registered e-mail and the WAPCOS website, because that is the only way you will be told. Corrigenda and amendments are published only on the WAPCOS website, so visit it regularly until the process ends. Do not wait for a letter in the post, as no individual communication is sent by post.
How to Apply Online for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026?
You must complete two parts: the online application and a posted hard copy. Keep self-attested scans ready first. Each document can be at most 2 MB. The photograph must be JPG or JPEG under 100 KB, and the signature JPG or JPEG under 50 KB.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the WAPCOS online recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) and register with a personal e-mail ID and mobile number that stay active for at least 1 year |
| 2 | Fill all mandatory fields: post code, personal details, qualifications, experience and category |
| 3 | Write your percentage or CGPA exactly as on the mark sheet, up to two decimals. Do not round off |
| 4 | Upload the self-attested documents, photograph and signature. If your CGPA is indicative, also upload the percentage worked out under your university’s norms |
| 5 | Submit the form. Only one application is allowed per post code, and it cannot be changed after final submission |
| 6 | Post a printed copy with supporting documents by Speed Post or Registered Post only, within a week of online submission |
Write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ____, SL.NO ____” on the envelope. Address it to the Deputy Chief (Systems/HR), WAPCOS Limited, 76-C, Sector-18, Institutional Area, Gurugram – 122015 (Haryana). Applications sent by e-mail will not be entertained.
Documents to upload include the 10th certificate as proof of date of birth, all mark sheets, the degree certificate (and COA registration for architects), experience certificates in order, the last 3 months’ salary slips if employed, ID proof, PAN card and a recent photograph. Government, PSU or autonomous body employees must also upload an employer NOC and hold a valid one before joining.
What Are the Important Dates for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Applications Start | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 13 November 2026 |
| Age and Experience Counted As On | 1 October 2026 |
| Posting the Hard Copy | Within a week of online submission |
What Is the WAPCOS Application Fee 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee or payment mode. Do not pay anyone for this application. If a fee step appears on the portal, read it carefully and use only the official WAPCOS portal.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Missing documents | Applications without the required documents, signature or photograph, or incomplete ones, will be rejected |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidature forthwith |
| False information | Candidature can be cancelled at any stage, even after selection or joining, if any detail is false, misleading or does not meet eligibility |
| No permanency | The job ends with the project and gives no right to regularisation, permanency or absorption in WAPCOS |
| Shortlisting | Being shortlisted does not guarantee selection or a right to a job |
| Name mismatch | If your name or spelling differs between application and certificates, you must submit a certificate from the SDM or equivalent authority |
| Disputes | Any dispute falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Gurugram, Haryana |
WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Apply Online for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 – 16 Posts: Site Engineer, Project Engineer & Architect (Mumbai Project)
- Download Full WAPCOS Advertisement PDF dated 24.10.2026 – 16 Posts, Apply Till 13.11.2026
- Official Notification Page for WAPCOS Recruitment 2026 – Site Engineer, Project Engineer & Architect (Mumbai Project)
- Visit WAPCOS Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have the right degree and the right years of experience, apply early and do not wait for the last evening, because the hard copy must be posted within a week. The last date to apply online is 13 November 2026. Choose the post that fits your experience, keep your documents ready, and remember that this is a project-based engagement. Find more jobs in Maharashtra government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for fresh updates.