IREL (India) Limited, a prestigious Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSE) under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), has issued an important Corrigendum to Advertisement No. CO/HRM/35/2026. Due to technical issues experienced by candidates on the recruitment portal, the management has officially extended the last date for submission of online applications to 17 August 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
This major recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 73 Executive vacancies on a regular basis across multiple projects, units, and corporate offices of IREL in Mumbai, Chavara (Kerala), Manavalakurichi (Tamil Nadu), OSCOM (Odisha), RED (Aluva), and Bhopal. Positions are available across both Technical (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Mining, IT, Civil, Safety, Instrumentation) and Non-Technical (Finance, Legal, Security, Medical, Marketing, Sales, HRM, Rajbhasha, CS) streams.
Qualified, experienced, and dynamic Indian nationals who missed the earlier deadline now have a valuable window to submit their applications online through the official portal. Read this comprehensive article to get the complete discipline-wise vacancy details, pay scale, eligibility criteria, revised schedule, and direct application links.
Quick Review: IREL Executive Recruitment 2026
Revised Important Dates Schedule
Candidates must strictly note the extended closing date announced in the official corrigendum notice. The cut-off date for reckoning age, educational qualification, and experience remains 10 August 2026.
Complete Vacancy Breakdown (Technical & Non-Technical)
A total of 73 posts are advertised across various Executive cadres and pay levels.
1. Technical Disciplines Summary
2. Non-Technical Disciplines Summary (32 Posts)
Eligibility Criteria (Education, Age Limit & Experience)
The candidate must meet all eligibility conditions as of the crucial date 10 August 2026.
Educational Qualification Marks:
All prescribed qualifications must be completed with “First Class” (minimum 60% marks in aggregate for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS and 55% for SC/ST candidates). Minimum percentage criteria is relaxed for CA/CMA/CS degree holders.
Age Relaxation Rules:
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 Years (13 yrs for OBC-NCL, 15 yrs for SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines
Internal Candidates: 10 Years relaxation in upper age limit
Pay Scale & Annual CTC Details
In addition to the Basic Pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA/Company accommodation, Perks & Allowances, Annual Increments, Medical facilities, Group Insurance, PF, Gratuity, Pension, and Performance Related Pay (PRP).
Application Fee Structure
Application fees must be remitted strictly via online payment gateway methods.
Selection Process & How to Apply Online
- Selection Methodology: Shortlisting will be done based on scrutinizing online declarations and uploaded credentials. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Personal Interview / Psychometric Test / Group Exercise. IREL reserves the right to conduct written tests if required.
- Travelling Allowance: Outstation candidates called for physical interview will be reimbursed to-and-fro III AC rail fare (for E-1 to E-5) or II AC rail fare (for E-6 & E-7).
- Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure:
- Visit the official application portal link provided below.
- Complete Step-I (Registration) by entering personal details, email ID, and mobile number to receive OTP and User ID/Password.
- Complete Step-II (Application Details) by logging in, filling educational, experience, and communication details.
- Upload scanned copies of recent passport photograph (100KB–200KB, JPG/JPEG), signature (80KB–150KB, JPG/JPEG), 10th mark sheet, degree certificates, experience certificates, latest pay slips, CTC proof, and Category/Disability certificates.
- Pay the online application/processing fee via payment gateway.
- Submit the application form before 17 August 2026 (18:00 HRS) and retain a PDF printout for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the new extended last date to apply for IREL Executive Recruitment 2026?
Ans: As per official Corrigendum-1, the extended last date to submit online applications is 17 August 2026 up to 18:00 HRS.
Q2. Why was the application deadline extended by IREL?
Ans: The deadline was extended because candidates faced technical difficulties submitting online applications on the portal during the final days.
Q3. How many total executive vacancies are available in IREL?
Ans: There are a total of 73 executive posts advertised across Technical and Non-Technical disciplines in pay grades E-1 to E-7.
Q4. What is the cutoff date for age, qualification, and experience calculation?
Ans: The cutoff date for calculating age, qualification, and post-qualification experience remains 10 August 2026.
Q5. How much is the application fee for SC/ST and Female candidates?
Ans: SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Female, and Internal candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. However, they need to pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 354/- (inclusive of GST).
Q6. What is the upper age limit for Assistant Manager (E-1) posts?
Ans: The upper age limit for Assistant Manager (E-1 grade) posts is 28 years for unreserved category candidates. Category relaxations apply as per rules.
Q7. Is there a written examination for the executive selection?
Ans: Selection is primarily based on shortlisting followed by a Personal Interview / Psychometric Test. However, IREL reserves the right to conduct a written test if required.
Q8. Are candidates from Private Sector eligible to apply for these posts?
Ans: Yes, candidates working in Private Sector organizations drawing minimum prescribed CTC (during the last financial year) are eligible to apply.
