Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, has published the recruitment of 30 Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 for one year of training. The apprenticeship opportunities are available in Graduate, Technician, and Trade categories across locations such as Nagpur (Maharashtra) and Chhattisgarh. Eligible candidates with qualifications like Degree, Diploma, or ITI in relevant trades can apply online through the NATS portal (for Graduate and Technician) and the Apprenticeship India portal (for Trade). The online application process starts from 24 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 08 March 2026.

MECL Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Organization Name: Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited
Post Name: Apprentices
Total Vacancy: 30
Qualification: Bachelor Degree/ Diploma/ ITI
Salary: Rs. 10,900-12,300/- per month
Apply Mode: Online
Apply Start Date: 24.02.2026
Apply Last Date: 08.03.2026
Official Website: mecl.co.in

MECL Apprentice 2026 Vacancy Details

Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) has published a total of 30 apprentice vacancies under Graduate, Technician, and Trade categories.

Graduate Apprentice:

Chemical - 1
Mechanical - 3
Geophysicist - 1
Geologist - 1
B.Com / BBA - 2

Technician Apprentice:

Chemical - 1
Mechanical - 2
Electrical - 1
Electronics & Instrumentation - 1

Trade Apprentice:

COPA - 7
Fitter/Mechanic/Mechanic Diesel/Machinist - 10

MECL Limited Recruitment Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

(1) Graduate Apprentice:-

Chemical - Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Chemical as a subject or equivalent qualification with minimum 50% marks.
Mechanical - B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
Geophysicist - Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Geophysics / Applied Geophysics as a subject or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
Geologist - Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Geology / Applied Geology as a subject or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
B.Com / BBA - B.Com / BBA / BCA with minimum 50% marks.

(2) Technician Apprentice:-

Chemical - Diploma in Chemical Engineering with minimum 50% marks.
Mechanical - Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
Electrical - Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
Electronics & Instrumentation - Diploma in Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.

(3) Trade Apprentice:-

COPA - 10th Pass + ITI in COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) Trade.
Fitter / Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Machinist - 10th Pass + ITI in Fitter / Mechanic / Mechanic Diesel / Machinist Trade.

MECL Apprentice Stipend 2026

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend during the training period. Graduate Apprentices will get Rs.12,300 per month. Technician Apprentices will receive Rs.10,900 per month. Trade Apprentices will receive Rs.10,560 (COPA) and Rs. 11,040 (Fitter/Mechanic trades) per month.