EIL Special Recruitment Drive 2026: Overview

Engineers India Limited (EIL), a premier Navratna PSU under the Government of India, has announced a Special Recruitment Drive for SC, ST, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. This is a significant opportunity for experienced professionals and fresh graduates to join a leading engineering consultancy organization. The drive covers 22 diverse positions, including managerial roles, engineering positions, and technical support staff.

Important Dates

Vacancy Breakdown

Candidates can apply for one of the following positions based on their discipline and eligibility:

• Senior Manager (Projects/Electrical): 3 Vacancies
• Manager (HR): 1 Vacancy
• Engineer (Projects/Chemical/Civil/SCM/Admin): 7 Vacancies
• Junior Draftsman (Process/Civil/Piping/Structural): 8 Vacancies
• Junior Assistant (HR/Hospitality): 3 Vacancies

Eligibility & Selection Process

The recruitment process strictly requires candidates to possess the specified qualifications as of the cut-off date of 2026-04-30. EIL follows a rigorous selection method:

• Manager/Engineer Roles: Shortlisting followed by a personal interview (potentially via Video Conferencing).
• Draftsman/Assistant Roles: Shortlisting followed by a practical skill test.

Note: Only full-time regular courses are accepted. Please ensure your percentage marks are calculated correctly up to two decimal places, as rounding off is not permitted.

Salary Structure

EIL offers competitive compensation packages including DA, HRA, and other standard PSU perks:

• Senior Manager: Rs. 90,000 - 2,40,000
• Manager: Rs. 80,000 - 2,20,000
• Engineer: Rs. 60,000 - 1,80,000
• Junior Draftsman: Rs. 25,000 - 1,15,000

How to Apply

1. Visit the official EIL career portal at http://www.engineersindia.com.
2. Ensure you have your scanned photograph (max 75 KB) and signature (max 25 KB) ready.
3. Submit only one application; multiple applications will result in the rejection of previous entries.
4. Keep a printout of your application form for future reference.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Applying without a valid, central-format OBC-NCL certificate.
• Providing incomplete experience details or failing to upload supporting documents.
• Applying for multiple positions—only the most recent submission will be processed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: Can candidates from general category apply?
  A: No, this is a Special Recruitment Drive exclusively for SC, ST, and OBC (NCL) candidates.
• Q: Is there an application fee?
  A: Please check the official notification for specific category-wise fee details.
• Q: Can I apply for two posts?
  A: No, candidates should only apply for one position for which they are best qualified.
• Q: What is the age relaxation for SC/ST?
  A: SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year relaxation over the upper age limit.
• Q: How will I be notified if shortlisted?
  A: All updates regarding the selection process will be communicated via the email address provided in your application.