IREL Executive Recruitment 2026: Overview

IREL (India) Limited has officially released Advertisement No. CO/HRM/35/2026 inviting applications for 73 Executive posts (Regular basis) across its Projects, Units, and Corporate Office. IREL is a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, operating Atomic Mineral Mining and Mineral Separation Plants at Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), and Orissa Sands Complex (OSCOM). The posts span grades E-1 (Assistant Manager) through E-7 (General Manager) across mechanical, electrical, chemical, mining, IT, finance, legal, HR, and several other disciplines. One detail that is easy to miss: candidates already working in Central/State Govt./PSUs/Autonomous Organizations must show at least two years’ experience in the immediate lower pay scale to be eligible, not just the total years of post-qualification experience.

Based on official notification Advt.No.CO/HRM/35/2026 issued by IREL (India) Limited, Mumbai. Verified: July 2026.

Quick Eligibility Check

Note: Government/PSU candidates additionally need at least two years’ residency in the immediately lower pay scale — this requirement does not apply to Assistant Manager (E-1), which is an induction-level grade.

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Important Dates

IREL explicitly warns candidates not to wait until the last minute, as it will not be responsible for failed submissions due to last-minute server rush, and the print/download option for the application form disappears once the window closes.

Vacancy Details by Designation

Deputy Manager (Sales) and Assistant Manager (Mechanical) carry the highest openings at 6 posts each, together with Assistant Manager (HRM) and Assistant Manager (Electrical/Chemical/Mining) at 4 posts each — these entry-to-mid grades (E-1/E-2) account for the bulk of the 73 vacancies. Reservation break-up (UR/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS) is specified individually against each post in the detailed advertisement rather than at an aggregate level, so candidates should check the reservation column for their specific discipline and grade. The notification does not disclose expected applicant volume, so no numeric competition ratio is given here.

Pay Scale and CTC by Grade

Performance Related Pay is provided annually in addition to the CTC figures above. The Senior Manager (Medical, E-4) post additionally carries a Non-Practicing Allowance, currently 20% of Basic Pay. Beyond CTC, IREL also provides Dearness Allowance, HRA or company accommodation, leave encashment, medical facilities for self and
dependents, Group Term Life Insurance, PF, Gratuity, Pension Scheme, and Post-Retirement Medical Scheme, as per company rules.

Application Fee

Both figures are inclusive of 18% GST and are payable only online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, or UPI. The fee is strictly non-refundable, so verify your eligibility and category before paying.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Base upper age limits vary by post — for example, 28 years for Assistant Manager (E-1) posts, 32 years for Deputy Manager (E-2), 35 years for Manager (E-3), 38 years for Senior Manager (E-4), 42 years for Chief Manager (E-5), 46 years for Deputy General Manager (E-6), and 50 years for General Manager (E-7). Regardless of any combination of relaxations, the notification caps the final upper age at 56 years for all applicants.

Eligibility for Government/PSU and Private Sector Candidates

Candidates currently working in Central/State Govt., PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations must have at least two years’ experience in the pay scale immediately below the one for the post applied for, as on 10 August 2026, out of their total required post-qualification experience. Candidates already in the same, equivalent, or a higher scale do not need this two-year lower-scale experience.

This minimum CTC requirement for private-sector applicants does not apply to EWS category candidates applying against an EWS-reserved post.

Selection Process

Shortlisting is based on the information and documents self-declared by the candidate at the time of online application; candidates with experience in Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical, Power, or Manufacturing/Production sectors will have an advantage as per the notification. Assessment is carried out through Personal Interview,
Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, or a combination of these, and IREL reserves the right to conduct a written test or multiple rounds of interviews if the number of shortlisted candidates is high. Meeting the advertised qualification and experience does not by itself guarantee an interview call.

Your first 7 days after applying:

1. Save your Application Sequence Number and password sent to your registered email/mobile
2. Print and retain your submitted application form as PDF — it cannot be downloaded after the closing date
3. Gather documentary proof of your post-qualification experience (certificates, appointment orders, payslips)
4. Government/PSU candidates: keep proof of 2 years’ service in the immediate lower pay scale ready
5. Private-sector candidates: keep last 3 months’ payslips, Form-16, and ITRs ready as CTC proof

How to Apply

1. Register online with valid personal email ID and mobile number
2. Verify email and mobile via OTP, agree to terms, and submit registration
3. Receive Application Sequence Number (User ID) and password by email/SMS
4. Log in and complete Personal, Additional, Communication, and Qualification details
5. Upload photograph (100–200 KB, 3.5cm x 4.5cm) and signature (80–150 KB) in JPG/JPEG
6. Preview the form, correct any errors, then click Submit (no edits possible after submission)
7. Pay the applicable fee via the payment gateway (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, Wallets, or UPI)
8. Print and save the final Application Form for future reference

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CTC offered for IREL Executive posts in 2026?

CTC ranges from approximately ₹13.35 lakh per annum for Assistant Manager (E-1) to ₹33.38 lakh per annum for General Manager (E-7), plus annual Performance Related Pay. Actual starting Basic Pay is normally at the minimum of scale, though higher starting pay may be considered for deserving candidates. Exact allowances like HRA depend on posting location.

What is the last date to apply for IREL Executive Recruitment 2026?

Online applications close on 10 August 2026 at 18:00 hrs, and this is also the cut-off date for reckoning age, qualification, and experience eligibility. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last moment, as IREL will not be responsible for submission failures due to last-minute rush.

How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?

A total of 73 Executive vacancies are notified across 36 designations spanning Grades E-1 to E-7, covering both technical disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Mining, IT, etc.) and non-technical disciplines (Finance, Legal, HR, Security, Medical, etc.). Deputy Manager (Sales) and Assistant Manager (Mechanical) have the highest number of openings, at 6 posts each.

What is the minimum qualification required?

Qualification depends on the discipline: B.E./B.Tech for most technical posts, LLB for Legal, MBBS for Medical, CA/CMA/MBA for Finance, M.Sc for Geology, and MA/MBA/MSW for HRM and Rajbhasha posts. Approximately 60% aggregate marks are required for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and 55% for SC/ST candidates, except for qualified CAs, CMAs, and Company Secretaries.

What is the age limit for these posts?

Age limits vary by grade, from 28 years for Assistant Manager (E-1) up to 50 years for General Manager (E-7), all as on the closing date of 10 August 2026. Relaxation is available for OBC-NCL (3 years), SC (5 years), and PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per government norms, but the final age after all relaxations cannot exceed 56 years.

What is the application fee for IREL Executive Recruitment 2026?

UR, EWS, and OBC (NCL) candidates pay a total of ₹944 (₹590 application fee plus ₹354 processing fee, both inclusive of GST). SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Women, and Internal candidates pay only the ₹354 processing fee. All fees are non-refundable once paid.

Is a written test conducted for these posts?

Selection is primarily through Personal Interview, Psychometric Test, or Group Exercise, or a combination of these, based on shortlisting. According to the notification, IREL reserves the right to conduct a written test or additional rounds of interviews if the number of shortlisted candidates is high, but a written test is not mandatory for every post.

Do government/PSU employees need any additional proof to apply?

Candidates currently working in Central/State Govt., PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations must show at least two years’ experience in the pay scale immediately below the one for the post applied for, as on the closing date. This requirement does not apply if the candidate is already in the same, equivalent, or a higher pay scale, or when applying for Assistant Manager (E-1), which is an induction-level post.