Posts & vacancies
Executive Level L1 posts in the Marketing Department. Candidates should be Indian Nationals only. The job location is fixed as per MRPL's requirements.
Retail Construction Engineer / Retail Engineer
Eligibility: Retail Construction Engineer: Degree in Civil / Mechanical Engineering, or Diploma in Civil / Mechanical Engineering. Retail Engineer: Degree in Engineering (any branch), or Diploma in Engineering (any branch). Regular full-time course from a recognised Indian University / Institute, with minimum 60% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions)
Experience: Retail Construction Engineer: minimum 5 years with a degree, or minimum 10 years with a diploma, in construction of buildings, structurals, warehouses, tank farms, oil installations, highway structures or port infrastructure. Experience in fuel retail construction is an added advantage. Retail Engineer: minimum 5 years with a degree, or minimum 10 years with a diploma, in fuel retail
Terminal Operation Engineer
Eligibility: Degree in Engineering (any branch), or Diploma in Engineering (any branch). Regular full-time course from a recognised Indian University / Institute, with minimum 60% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates against reserved positions)
Experience: Minimum 5 years with a degree, or minimum 10 years with a diploma, in oil tank farm installations or depots handling Motor Spirit (MS), High Speed Diesel (HSD) and Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF)
Key dates
30 Sep 2026, 10:00 AM
Online application opens
29 Oct 2026, 6:00 PM
Online application closes. This is also the cut-off date for age and eligibility
To be announced
Personal Interview date, to be published on https://www.mrpl.co.in/careers
Eligibility snapshot
| Nationality | Indian Nationals only. |
| Remuneration | Annual consolidated pay of Rs. 12 to 14 Lakh, based on educational qualification and experience. |
| Maximum age (as on 29.10.2026) | UR / EWS: 40 years. OBC (NCL): 43 years. SC/ST: 45 years. UR/EWS with PwBD: 45 years. OBC (NCL) with PwBD: 48 years. SC/ST with PwBD: 50 years. |
| Age relaxation | OBC (NCL) / SC / ST relaxation applies only to posts reserved for that category. PwBD candidates with minimum 40% disability get 5 years' relaxation. Ex-Servicemen relaxation is as per the Government of India's rules. In no case can the maximum age exceed 50 years after all relaxations. |
| Education rules | Qualification must be from a UGC recognised Indian University / UGC recognised Deemed University / AICTE approved autonomous institution / concerned statutory council / Board of Technical Education, as a regular full-time course (sandwich diploma with industrial training and no break is accepted). Percentage is the aggregate of all semesters / years and is not rounded off (59.99% is not treated as 60%). Where CGPA / OGPA / grade is given, the University's formula applies, or else the grade is multiplied by 10 with documentary proof that the University has no formula. No other qualification is accepted. |
| Language | Working knowledge of Hindi is desirable. |
Selection process
Selection is through Personal Interview (PI) only. Eligible candidates are called in the ratio 1:10 (post to candidates) after screening of applications.
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Screening of applications
If more candidates are eligible than the ratio allows, MRPL may shortlist on higher relevant educational qualification than the minimum, or on more relevant experience (counted in years, months and days) than the minimum. Screening is for elimination only and carries no weightage in final merit.
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Personal Interview (PI)
Merit is drawn purely on PI performance. Selection is by merit order. If marks are tied, the candidate older by date of birth is preferred.
Qualifying: 50% (UR/EWS/OBC NCL), 40% (SC/ST/PwBD)3
Document verification and medical fitness
Originals with a self-attested copy of the listed documents are checked at the time of PI. Offer of Engagement is subject to being medically fit as per MRPL medical standards, plus verification of character and antecedents, caste and pre-employment experience.
Application fee
Rs. 118
General / OBC (incl. NCL) / EWS (Rs. 100 + Rs. 18 GST)
Nil
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Serviceman
Non-refundable. Payable online only. Any additional charges (bank service charges, SBI Collect charges etc.) are borne by the applicant. Cheque, money order, postal order, pay order, banker's cheque, postal stamps and demand draft are not accepted. If the payment status is pending, failure or rejected, or the payment is reversed by the bank and not received by MRPL before the due date, the candidature is summarily cancelled.
Documents to upload
Documents to upload online and to produce in original with a self-attested copy at document verification
| Photograph | Recent colour passport size photograph, not older than 6 months. Do not upload a photograph taken with a mobile phone. |
| Signature | Scanned copy of signature |
| Proof of age (any one) | SSLC marks card, Matriculation certificate or School leaving certificate showing date of birth, or Municipal / Gram Panchayat birth certificate |
| Educational qualification | All mark sheets and certificates. For Diploma / Degree, the individual mark sheet of every semester / year, plus the Diploma / Degree certificate. A consolidated mark sheet is accepted only if the University does not issue individual mark sheets. Only the last semester mark sheet showing earlier marks is not accepted. |
| Work experience | Experience letter showing date of joining and relieving for every past employment mentioned in the application. For current employment: offer or appointment letter showing date of joining (or another employer-issued document such as a pay slip or ID card showing it), plus the latest 3 months' pay slips. |
| Caste / EWS certificate | SC/ST/OBC (NCL) caste certificate, or Income and Asset Certificate for EWS, issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format. The format is available at https://www.mrpl.co.in/careers |
| PwBD certificate | Issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format, with not less than 40% of the relevant disability. |
| Ex-Serviceman documents | Documents from the Competent Authority establishing Ex-Servicemen status. |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Candidates employed in Central / State Government, PSUs or autonomous bodies must apply through proper channel or produce the NOC at the time of PI, failing which they are not allowed to appear. |
Missing experience letters, certificates or mark sheets may lead to rejection of the application. Make sure scans are clear and readable. A flatbed scanner is advised.
Good to know before you apply
Apply online only Applications are accepted only through the MRPL online portal, which is not outsourced to any agency or individual. Do not send a printout or hard copy to MRPL unless asked.
One application, no corrections Submit the online application once only. If several are received, the latest one within the stipulated time is considered. No correction is possible after submission, so cross check every detail first.
Apply early MRPL is not responsible for network problems or any other problem in submitting the online application. Applications close at 6:00 PM IST on 29 Oct 2026.
Email and mobile number Register a valid email ID and mobile number that stay active for at least 1 year from registration. All communication is sent only to these, and requests to change them are not entertained.
Reservation certificates OBC (NCL) certificate must be in the latest prescribed format, issued on or after 1 April 2026, with caste name spelt exactly as in the Central List. OBC creamy layer candidates must apply as UR. EWS Income and Asset Certificate must be valid for FY 2026-27, based on FY 2025-26 income and assets. SC/ST certificates must be in the latest Government of India format. Change of category after declaring it is not entertained.
PwBD posts The posts are identified suitable for B, LV, D, HH, OA, BA, OL, BL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD, MI and multiple disability involving these, with minimum 40% disability.
Government / PSU employees Employees of Central / State Government, PSUs or autonomous bodies must either forward the printed application through their employer to General Manager (HR), Recruitment Section, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited, Kuthethoor Post, Mangalore - 575030, Karnataka, or produce the NOC at the time of PI. Otherwise the candidature is not considered.
Travel reimbursement Candidates called for PI are reimbursed 3AC train fare, or AC bus fare limited to 3AC train fare, by the shortest route on production of tickets. Local travel cost is borne by the candidate. PwBD candidates may also get reimbursement for one attendant as per Government guidelines.
No guarantee of interview or selection Meeting the minimum qualification and experience does not entitle a candidate to PI. MRPL may raise the minimum standards, may fill or not fill any post, and may cancel or modify the process without notice. Canvassing disqualifies the candidature.
Character and eligibility checks A satisfactory character and antecedents report is needed once selected. Candidates must give details of any arrest or prosecution in the application. Candidature can be rejected at any stage, even after joining, if any information is false or suppressed.
Queries and updates For clarification, email pfte@mrpl.co.in only. Any corrigendum or addendum is published only on https://www.mrpl.co.in/careers. No further press advertisement is given. The English version prevails in case of a dispute. Legal proceedings lie only in Mangalore.
How to Apply
1. Visit https://www.mrpl.co.in/careers and click on "Advt.No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/02: Engagement of Personnel on Fixed term employment".
2. Click "Click here to register online" to generate your Login ID and password.
3. Click "Sign In", then fill in your educational qualification, caste and other details and attach the scanned documents.
4. You will receive an Application ID by email / SMS.
5. General, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates: click "Pay Now", choose Payment Category "Advt. No. MRPL/PFTE/2026/02" and pay Rs. 118 online. Save the payment confirmation receipt.
6. Then click "Already Paid", sign in, enter the complete SBI e-Collect Reference Number (starting with DU), payment bank name and payment date, and upload the receipt in jpg format. Click "Next".
7. Upload the photograph, signature, educational credentials, work experience documents and other required documents, then click "Submit". SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates skip the payment steps and go straight to the upload and submit step.
8. When the "Application process is completed" message appears, keep a PDF of the application form safe. Do not send it to MRPL.
Place of Posting
Retail Construction Engineer / Retail Engineer: Kozhikode, Hubballi, Devangonthi, Coimbatore, Chennai, Guntur
Terminal Operation Engineer: Kochi, Elathur, Hubballi, Kalaburgi, Mumbai-JNPA, Goa, Kasaragod, Kozhikode
The job location of selected candidates is fixed based on MRPL's requirements.
Job Description
Retail Construction Engineer: construction supervision and follow up, drawing / MTO preparation, liaison with dealers, agencies and contractors, checking bills for quantities, Application Scrutiny Committee (ASC), Land Evaluation Committee (LEC) and Field Verification Committee (FVC) work, travel to various locations.
Retail Engineer: dealer follow up, quality control and retail outlet inspection report check, inspection, ASC / LEC / FVC work, travel to various locations, product indent approval etc.
Terminal Operation Engineer: terminal operations, quantity and quality certification, invoice generation and issuance, coordination, travel to various locations.
Emoluments and Other Benefits
Provident Fund: as per the statutory maximum wage ceiling decided by EPFO from time to time.
Gratuity: payable after engagement of more than 1 year.
Compensation for death, including natural and accidental death: ex-gratia payment of Rs. 25 Lakh to the family of the deceased.
Compensation for death by accident arising out of or in the course of employment in company premises: additional ex-gratia payment of Rs. 25 Lakh to the family.
Any other benefit is admissible as per the company PFTE policy.
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Engagement is for 3 years, extendable by 2 more years, with a maximum of 5 years including all extensions.
The candidates need to work in rotating shifts, including night shifts, as per MRPL's requirements.
The contract can be terminated early for non-satisfactory performance, misconduct etc., with 1 month's notice or 1 month's pay in lieu.
PFTE must give an Undertaking for Secrecy and will not be issued a NOC for outside employment.
PFTE must maintain high integrity, discipline and conduct, and follow the safety rules and use safety equipment.
A service certificate may be issued on satisfactory completion of tenure or resignation through proper channel.
How Work Experience Is Counted
Only experience gained after the date of declaration of the result of the qualifying degree counts.
Short-term trainee experience (summer / winter project etc.) during the degree or diploma is not counted.
Teaching and research experience in an academic institute is not counted.
For intermittent jobs, only the actual days engaged in a full-time job are counted.
Freelance and entrepreneurial experience is not counted.