IREL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, has released a detailed advertisement (Advt. No. CO/HRM/35/2026) inviting applications from qualified Indian Nationals for the appointment of Executives on a regular basis across its various Projects, Units, and Offices. Online applications are invited across 36 posts spanning Technical and Non-Technical disciplines, from Assistant Manager (E-1) to General Manager (E-7) grade. This article covers all details of the notification, including vacancies, eligibility, salary, age limit, application fee, selection process, and how to apply.
Official Notification: Advt. No. CO/HRM/35/2026, IREL (India) Limited
IREL Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
About IREL (India) Limited
IREL (India) Limited is a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy, with its Corporate Office at Mumbai. The company operates Atomic Mineral Mining and Mineral Separation Plants at Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), and Orissa Sands Complex — OSCOM (Odisha), producing Ilmenite, Rutile, Zircon, Sillimanite, and Garnet. It has also set up a Rare Earths Extraction Plant (REEP) in Odisha and a High Pure Rare Earths (HPRE) plant at RED, Aluva. IREL has joint ventures including IDCOL (Odisha), TAMIN (Tamil Nadu), and UKTMP JSC (Kazakhstan), along with a Rare Earth and Titanium Theme Park project in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Opening Date for Online Registration: 20/07/2026 (10:00 HRS)
- Closing Date for Online Submission: 10/08/2026 (18:00 HRS)
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility (age, qualification, experience): 10/08/2026
IREL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 36 posts are notified across Technical and Non-Technical disciplines. The summary of vacancies is given below.
Technical Disciplines
Non-Technical Disciplines
IREL Recruitment 2026: Post-wise Reservation, Location & Age Limit (Key Posts)
Note: Detailed post-wise educational qualification and minimum relevant post-qualification experience descriptions are extensive and specific to each discipline (e.g., mechanical/electrical maintenance experience, mining certificates, legal experience areas). Candidates should refer to the full official notification PDF on irel.co.in for the complete qualification and experience wording applicable to their specific post before applying.
Candidates who have completed their engineering degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical disciplines can also explore more B.Tech Government Jobs and PSU Engineer Jobs available across India.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
General Qualification Norms
- All prescribed qualifications must be with First Class (60% marks in aggregate) for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates and 55% marks in aggregate for SC/ST candidates. This requirement does not apply to qualified CAs/CMAs/CSs.
- Courses must be full-time/regular and recognized by the State/Central Government/UGC/AICTE, as applicable.
- For non-technical posts, qualifications via Online/Distance Learning from recognized universities/institutions are also considered, subject to conditions.
- If a course does not indicate percentage/first class, a conversion certificate from the university is required; in its absence, a minimum of 6 on a 10-point scale will be treated as 60%.
Experience Requirement for Government/PSU Candidates
Candidates from Central/State Govt./PSUs/Autonomous Organizations must possess a minimum of two years’ experience in the immediate lower scale of pay (or equivalent) as on 10/08/2026, out of the total post-qualification experience required for the post.
Eligibility for Private Sector Candidates
Candidates from the private sector must be drawing a minimum CTC during the last financial year, as a percentage of the offered CTC:
This minimum CTC criterion does not apply to EWS category candidates applying against an EWS-reserved post. Candidates on Fixed Term/Contractual basis in Govt./PSU drawing consolidated pay are treated at par with private sector candidates.
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IREL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit & Relaxation
The upper age limit varies by post and grade, as detailed in the vacancy table above (ranging from 28 years for Assistant Manager posts to 50 years for General Manager). Age relaxation applicable:
In any case, the upper age (including all relaxations) shall not exceed 56 years.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Salary and CTC
In addition to CTC, Performance Related Pay (annual) will be provided as per rules. The Senior Manager (Medical), E-4 post also carries Non-Practicing Allowance, currently 20% of Basic Pay. Besides Basic Pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance, HRA/Company accommodation, perks, annual increments, leave encashment, medical facilities, Group Term Life Insurance, loans and advances, PF, Gratuity, Pension Scheme, Post-Retirement Medical Scheme (PRMS), and uniforms, as per company rules. Candidates from State/Central Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs are eligible for pay protection as per applicable rules.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Fee must be paid online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, or UPI. The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, and once paid cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Shortlisting is based on information/declaration submitted in the online application, verified later against uploaded documents.
- Candidates with experience in Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical, Power, or Manufacturing/Production sectors will have an advantage.
- Assessment is through Personal Interview/Psychometric Test/Group Exercise, or a combination. Multiple levels of interview may be conducted if the number of shortlisted candidates is high.
- The company reserves the right to conduct a written test or any other test if required.
- Meeting the advertised eligibility criteria does not by itself entitle a candidate to be called for interview.
- Selection depends on interview performance, organizational requirement, and vacancy availability.
Selected candidates must clear a Pre-Employment Medical Examination and Character & Antecedents Verification before joining. A reasonable wait-list will be maintained for one year.
IREL Recruitment 2026 Required Documents
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Matriculation Mark Sheet)
- Copy of Aadhar Card
- Proof of prescribed minimum qualification (Provisional Certificate/Degree/PG Degree/PG Diploma/Membership Certificate/Medical registration certificate, as applicable)
- Consolidated Mark Sheet of prescribed minimum qualification
- Qualification Equivalence Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate(s) from present/previous employer(s) in chronological order
- For private sector candidates: proof of CTC (last 3 months’ pay slips, pay certificate, last 3 years’ Form-16 and ITR)
- Proof of minimum two years’ experience in the immediate lower pay scale (for Govt./PSU/Bank candidates), with latest pay slips
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates)
- Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
- Proof of Ex-Servicemen status (where applicable)
- Other supporting documents as applicable
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How to Apply for IREL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IREL website: www.irel.co.in or the application portal directly.
- Click the apply link: https://cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1258/100473/Index.html
- Step-I (Registration): Fill in Personal Details and Contact Details, then click “Generate OTP.” Verify Mobile Number and Email ID using the OTPs received.
- Accept the terms and conditions, re-verify entered details, and click Submit. An Application Sequence Number (User ID) and Password will be sent via e-mail and SMS.
- Step-II (Filling the Application): Log in using the User ID and Password, then complete Personal Details, Additional Details, Communication Details, Qualification Details, and Declaration.
- Upload the required documents, including a recent passport-size photograph (white background, 100–200 KB, .jpg/.jpeg, 200 dpi, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) and signature (80–150 KB, .jpg/.jpeg).
- Preview the application to check for errors, then click Submit. Editing is not possible after submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee (Rs. 944/- or Rs. 354/- as applicable) through the online payment gateway.
- Print and retain the submitted Application Form and Payment Acknowledgement Slip for future reference.
Candidates should not wait until the last date to apply, as IREL will not be responsible for delays caused by last-minute rush.
IREL Recruitment 2026: Reservation & Relaxation Policy
- Reservation and relaxation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD (40% and above disability)/Ex-servicemen candidates follow Government of India guidelines.
- Reservation for PwBD is on a horizontal basis.
- SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women/Internal candidates are exempted from the application fee but must pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 354/-.
- OBC(NCL) candidates must upload a valid certificate in the prescribed format and produce a certificate obtained on or after 01.04.2026 at the time of document verification.
- EWS candidates must upload a valid Income & Asset Certificate and produce one valid for 2026-27 at document verification.
- Category once selected in the online application form cannot be changed later.
- Candidates belonging to OBC “Creamy Layer” are not entitled to OBC(NCL) concessions and must indicate their category as UR.
IREL Recruitment 2026: Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
- Persons who have taken Voluntary Retirement (VRS) from Govt./PSUs, including IREL, are not eligible to apply.
- Government/PSU employees should apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
- Intimation regarding test/interview will be sent only through e-mail.
- Interviews may be conducted online (Video Conferencing) or face-to-face, depending on requirement.
- Candidates called for face-to-face interview will be reimbursed to-and-fro III AC rail fare (E-1 to E-5 grades) or II AC rail fare (E-6 & E-7 grades) from the nearest railway station, by the shortest route.
- Any legal dispute related to this recruitment falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of Courts/Forums/Tribunals at Mumbai.
- Any corrigendum/addendum will be published only on the official website; no further press notifications will be issued.
- Canvassing, directly or indirectly, will lead to disqualification.
- PwBD candidates must meet the Physical Requirements and Functional Classifications specified for the post (see Annexure-I of the official notification).
IREL Recruitment 2026: Important Links
Candidates looking for more opportunities in Central Public Sector Undertakings can also explore the latest Department of Atomic Energy Jobs across various units. Applicants searching for openings closer to Mumbai can check Maharashtra Government Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a professional qualification in Finance, Law, or HRM can also browse more CA/CMA Government Jobs, Legal Officer Jobs, and HR Manager Government Jobs matching their qualification.