National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), New Delhi invites offline applications from eligible serving government officers for 7 positions across senior and mid-level roles. The recruitment is on a deputation and contract basis, with a last date of application set for 4 December 2026.
Overview
NMEDT, a statutory trust based in New Delhi, has announced recruitment (Advt No. F.No.59/3/2021-NMET) for seven positions spanning project management, monitoring, geology, finance, and administration functions. All vacancies are located in New Delhi. This is a deputation-based opportunity designed for experienced government servants meeting the prescribed qualifications and service conditions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Vacancy Circular | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Number of Posts | Pay Level | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director (Projects) | 1 | Level-13 (₹123,100–₹215,900) | Max. 56 years |
| Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination) | 1 | Level-12 (₹78,800–₹209,200) | Max. 56 years |
| Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist | 1 | Level-11 (₹67,700–₹208,700) | Max. 56 years |
| Director (Finance and Accounts) | 1 | Level-13 (₹123,100–₹215,900) | Max. 56 years |
| Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts) | 1 | Level-10 (₹56,100–₹177,500) | Max. 56 years |
| Accountant | 1 | Level-6 (₹35,400–₹112,400) | Max. 56 years |
| Assistant | 1 | Level-6 (₹35,400–₹112,400) | Max. 56 years |
| Total | 7 | ||
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
Candidates must be serving officers of Central or State Governments, Union Territories, autonomous or statutory bodies, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), universities, or recognised research institutions. They must hold an analogous post on a regular basis or possess the required feeder-grade service experience.
Qualification by Post
Director (Projects): Bachelor's degree from a recognised University; preference for direct experience in Ministry/Department of Mines, Minerals, or Geology.
Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination): Bachelor's degree in Geosciences, Earth Sciences, or Geophysics from a recognised University or Institute.
Senior Geologist / Senior Geophysicist: Master's degree in Geosciences, Earth Sciences, or Geophysics; desirable to have minimum 3 years' experience in mineral exploration activities at Level-10 or equivalent.
Director (Finance and Accounts): Bachelor's degree from a recognised University; minimum 5 years' experience in finance, accounts, and budgeting.
Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts): MBA (Finance) or Bachelor's degree in Commerce from a recognised University; minimum 2 years' experience in Finance and Accounts.
Accountant: Degree in Commerce or BBA (Finance) from a recognised university; minimum 2 years' experience in accounts handling.
Assistant: Any degree from a recognised university; minimum 2 years' experience in Establishment or Administration work.
Service Requirements
Candidates must meet the prescribed feeder-grade or service experience as specified for each post. For most senior positions, 5 years' regular service in the next lower level is required; for some mid-level posts, the requirement is 2–6 years' service.
How to Apply
- Ensure you are a serving government officer eligible under the deputation scheme and possess all required qualifications and experience.
- Download the application form and detailed vacancy circular from the official NMEDT notification PDF.
- Prepare and sign your application with all supporting documents, as specified in the notification.
- Send your completed offline application by post to: Director & HoD, National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), 9th Floor, Jeevan Prakash Building, 25 K.G. Marg, New Delhi – 110001
- Ensure your application reaches the NMEDT office on or before 4 December 2026.
Salary
Remuneration is structured as per the Government of India's pay matrix. The salary range for selected positions is as follows:
- Level-6: ₹35,400–₹112,400 (Accountant, Assistant)
- Level-10: ₹56,100–₹177,500 (Assistant Director, Finance and Accounts)
- Level-11: ₹67,700–₹208,700 (Senior Geologist/Geophysicist)
- Level-12: ₹78,800–₹209,200 (Joint Director)
- Level-13: ₹123,100–₹215,900 (Director, Projects; Director, Finance and Accounts)
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for NMEDT Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit offline applications is 4 December 2026. Applications must be received at the NMEDT office by this date.
Q: What is the maximum age limit?
A: The maximum age limit is 56 years, as on the closing date of receipt of application (4 December 2026).
Q: How many total positions are available?
A: Seven positions are available: Director (Projects), Joint Director (Monitoring & Coordination), Senior Geologist/Geophysicist, Director (Finance and Accounts), Assistant Director (Finance and Accounts), Accountant, and Assistant.
Q: What is the salary range?
A: Salary ranges from ₹35,400 to ₹2,15,900 depending on the pay level of the post as per the Government of India's pay matrix.
Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Only serving officers of Central/State Government, UTs, autonomous or statutory bodies, PSUs, universities, or recognised research institutions holding an analogous post or meeting the feeder-grade service requirements are eligible.
Q: Is this a permanent position?
A: This recruitment is on a deputation and contract basis; see the official notification for tenure details.
Candidates are advised to visit the official NMEDT website and download the complete vacancy circular to verify all eligibility criteria, required documents, and application procedures before applying.