SECL Recruitment 2026 — 1055 Vacancies
Mining Sirdar | Dy. Surveyor | Asst. Foreman (Electrical)
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a Mini Ratna Company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released the Employment Notification (Ref. No. SECL/HR/MP/Recruitment/2026/166, dated 08.04.2026) inviting online applications for 1055 regular posts across its Mines and Establishments in Chhattisgarh. Posts include Mining Sirdar T&S Grade-C (577), Deputy Surveyor T&S Grade-C (43), and Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Grade-C (435). Basic pay for all posts: ₹47,330.25/month plus allowances as per NCWA. Selection is through Computer Based Test (CBT) only — no personal interview. Apply online at secl-cil.in from 15 April to 14 May 2026.
🟢 Online Applications Open — Apply at secl-cil.in
Application window: 15 April 2026 (10:00 AM) to 14 May 2026 (11:59 PM). Go to secl-cil.in → Career → Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment → Apply Online.
Apply Now at secl-cil.in →| Post | Basic Pay/Month | SC (19%) | ST (14%) | OBC NCL (17%) | EWS (10%) | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar T&S Grade-C | ₹47,330.25 | 110 | 86 (incl. 05 backlog) | 98 | 58 | 225 | 577 |
| Dy. Surveyor T&S Grade-C (Mining) | ₹47,330.25 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 43 |
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) Grade-C | ₹47,330.25 | 83 | 61 | 74 | 43 | 174 | 435 |
| Grand Total — All 3 Posts | 201 | 153 | 179 | 105 | 417 | 1055 | |
- Vacancies are tentative — SECL reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel vacancies at any stage without assigning reasons
- ST vacancies for Mining Sirdar include 05 backlog vacancies
- 17 horizontal vacancies are reserved for PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) for the post of Assistant Foreman (Electrical) only. PwBD reservation is NOT applicable for Mining Sirdar & Dy. Surveyor posts
- Fee once paid will not be refunded even if vacancies are cancelled
- Reservation follows Government of India rules; SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates qualifying on their own merit without relaxed standards are accommodated against UR vacancies, not reserved
- Matriculate or equivalent from any recognised Board of Examination, OR
- Diploma in Mining Engineering (3-year course), or Degree in Mining Engineering, or other equivalent qualifications approved by the Central Government from any recognised Institute
- Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency (Un-Restricted) from DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 — for both Open Cast (OC) & Underground (UG) Mines, OR any other certificate entitling the applicant to work as Mining Sirdar for both OC & UG Mines under CMR 2017
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- Matriculate or equivalent from any recognised Board of Examination, OR
- Degree or Diploma in Mining / Mine Surveying Engineering from any recognised Institute
- Valid Surveyor's Certificate of Competency (SCC) (Un-Restricted) granted under Coal Mines Regulation (CMR) 2017, OR any other certificate in mining entitling the applicant to work as Surveyor in mines as per Coal Mines Regulation 2017
- Matriculate or equivalent examination from any recognised Board
- Diploma or relevant and higher qualification (minimum 3-year course) in Electrical Engineering from any Institute recognised by the Government
- Qualifications acquired through distance learning or part-time courses (or their equivalent) are NOT acceptable
- Candidates with higher relevant qualifications are also eligible and encouraged to apply
- PwBD reservation of 17 horizontal vacancies applies to this post only
| S.N. | Category | Maximum Age Relaxation Beyond Upper Limit of 30 Years |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UR / EWS | No relaxation |
| 2 | SC / ST | 5 years extra |
| 3 | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Centre List | 3 years extra |
| 4 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Actual defence service period + 3 years (6 years for OBC-NCL ESM; 8 years for SC/ST ESM) — subject to maximum age of 50 years. Note: Age relaxation is NOT available for sons, daughters, and dependents of Ex-Servicemen. |
| 5 | Persons with Disabilities — PwBD (Asst. Foreman Electrical only) | UR: +10 years | OBC-NCL: +13 years | SC/ST: +15 years |
| 6 | Departmental Candidates (CIL & all subsidiary companies) | No upper age limit |
- Section A — Technical Knowledge (Discipline-specific): 80 MCQ questions
- Section B — General Awareness / Aptitude / Knowledge of CIL & SECL: 20 MCQ questions
- Total: 100 questions for 100 marks
- Each correct answer: +1 mark
- Wrong answers: No negative marking (0 marks deducted)
- Unattempted questions: 0 marks
- Question paper and instructions are bilingual (English & Hindi). In case of discrepancy, English version is final
- Syllabus is attached as Annexure-A in the official notification PDF
Candidates scoring equal to or above the cut-off AND meeting all eligibility criteria will be provisionally called for document scrutiny, in order of their merit position, until all vacancies are filled.
- First: Date of Birth — older candidate ranked higher (descending order of age)
- Second: Seniority as per the date of issue of Statutory Certificate
- Third: Alphabetical order of name as in the application form
- Fourth: Selection Committee's discretion for still-tied candidates
- Applications without prescribed fee will be summarily rejected — no representation entertained
- Fee once paid will neither be refunded nor adjusted under any circumstances
- Payment via online mode only — Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
- Any tax or bank charges beyond the application fee are borne by the candidate
- SECL will not be responsible if a candidate deposits the fee in the wrong account
Visit the Official SECL Website
Go to secl-cil.in → click on "Career" in the navigation menu → select "Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of various Statutory posts" → click "Apply Online". The application portal will be active from 15 April 2026 at 10:00 AM. Read the complete notification in English or Hindi before starting the form. 📌
Register — Fill Name, Mobile, Email, Post
Fill in basic registration details: Post opted, Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID, then click the Submit button. After successful registration, you will receive a User ID and Password on your registered mobile number and email. Keep this safe — you need it to re-login for completing the application. 📌
Login and Fill the Complete Application Form
Re-login using the User ID and Password received. Click "Go to application form" and fill all required fields: personal details, date of birth, category, contact information, educational qualifications, and post-specific details (certificates, etc.). Cross-check all details carefully — no corrections can be made after final submission. 📌
Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of all required documents in jpg/jpeg/PDF format as applicable. Documents must be clearly legible. Files too large may be rejected — resize if needed. Documents to upload include photo, signature, qualification certificates, caste certificate, and post-specific certificates (see section 09 below for complete list). 📌
Preview, Pay Fee & Submit
Check the Preview of the application form carefully. Make any corrections if needed. Once satisfied, click the Submit button and pay the application fee (if applicable) through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. After payment, take a printout of the submitted application and keep it safely for future reference. The admit card will be available only through SECL's website. 📌
- All certificates must be valid as on cut-off date 08.04.2026
- Caste/category certificates must be in the prescribed proforma from competent authority
- OBC-NCL certificate must confirm Non-Creamy Layer status as on 08.04.2026
- EWS certificate must be based on gross annual income of FY 2024-2025
- Qualifications via distance learning / part-time courses are NOT acceptable
- Hard copies of application or documents are NOT to be posted — online submission only
- Govt/PSU employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the scrutiny/verification stage if shortlisted
SECL is not just any PSU — it is the largest coal-producing company in India, and a Coal India Limited subsidiary operating under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Here is an honest assessment for candidates evaluating this opportunity:
- Basic pay of ₹47,330.25 is among the highest for T&S Grade-C positions in any PSU
- No interview, no GD — selection purely on CBT merit, reducing scope for bias
- No negative marking in CBT — candidates can attempt all 100 questions without risk
- All three posts offer field exposure in coal mining — one of India's most technically rich industries
- Departmental promotion pathway from T&S Grade-C to Grade-B and above is well-defined
- Company housing, medical benefits, and NCWA allowances significantly boost effective compensation
- Coal India Limited transfer provisions allow mobility across 8 subsidiary companies if desired
- Mining Sirdar and Dy. Surveyor require statutory DGMS certificates — fresh graduates without these cannot apply until certificates are obtained
- Postings are at SECL's mine establishments across Chhattisgarh — remote/rural posting probability is high
- Selected candidates can be transferred to any Coal India subsidiary at any time during service
- Mining work involves physical fitness requirements and specific health standards including minimum height of 60 inches
- The high vacancy count (1055) also means high competition — candidates from across India can apply
- Application fee of ₹1,180 is non-refundable even if vacancies are cancelled
Our verdict: This recruitment is highly recommended for its target audience. For DGMS-certified Mining Sirdars and Surveyors who are currently unemployed or working in contractual positions, this is the single best opportunity available in 2026 — a permanent, regular government job at one of India's largest PSUs with excellent pay and benefits. For Electrical Engineering diploma holders targeting the Asst. Foreman (Electrical) post, the combination of 435 vacancies, strong pay, and no negative marking makes this extremely competitive. Apply, and apply early.
The CBT has two sections — here is a practical preparation strategy for each post:
- Coal Mines Regulations 2017: This is the single most important reference. Know Regulation numbers for safety provisions, gas testing, ventilation, first aid, duties of Mining Sirdar, shotfiring, transport, support of workings. At least 30–40 questions are typically from CMR 2017
- Gas testing: Detection of methane, CO, CO2, H2S using Davy Safety Lamp, catalytic detector, multi-gas detectors. Threshold limit values and action levels
- Supports and strata control: Conventional supports (props, caps), powered supports, roof bolting, systematic support rules, weighting
- Haulage and winding: Endless rope haulage, loco haulage, belt conveyor operations — safety provisions
- First aid: Resuscitation, fracture management, management of burns and mine accidents
- Mine surveying instruments: Theodolite, Total Station, Level instruments, Dial Survey Instrument — operations and adjustments
- CMR 2017 — Survey provisions: Regulations specific to mine surveys, plan requirements, accuracy standards, survey intervals
- Mine plans and sections: Types of plans required under Mines Act, scale conventions, coal seam representation, boundary marking
- Trigonometric calculations: Traverse calculations, angular measurement, area calculations, underground traverse
- GPS and modern technology: DGPS, remote sensing basics in mine surveys, 3D modelling software fundamentals
- Previous SECL Dy. Surveyor papers (2023 drive) are the best practice material — patterns repeat significantly
- Electrical machines: DC motors/generators (types, characteristics, speed control, starters), Transformers (construction, EMF equation, losses, efficiency), AC motors (induction motor — slip, torque, starting methods)
- Power systems basics: Transmission and distribution, substation equipment, switchgear (SF6, vacuum circuit breakers), protection relays, earthing systems
- Electrical safety in mines: CMR 2017 provisions for electrical installations, flame-proof equipment, intrinsically safe equipment, permissible and non-permissible equipment
- Control circuits & electronics: Logic gates, digital electronics basics, PLC fundamentals, drives (VFD)
- Regulations: IE Rules 1956, CMR 2017 Electrical Chapter, Bureau of Indian Standards specifications for mining equipment
- Standard diploma-level electrical engineering textbooks from AICTE-approved curriculum are the primary reference
- Coal India Limited (CIL): History, subsidiaries and their locations, current CMD/Chairman, major mines, production targets, Navratna status, Vision 2030, sustainability initiatives
- SECL specifics: Headquarters (Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh), major coalfields (Korba, Hasdeo-Bango, Surguja, Bishrampur), production statistics, Mini Ratna status, current GM (HR/MP)
- Coal sector GK: National Coal Policy, coal blocks allocation, PMGKAY, coal gasification initiatives, government's coal production targets
- General awareness: Current affairs (last 6 months before CBT), important government schemes (PM Gati Shakti, PLI, etc.), India's energy sector
- These 20 questions are equally important — they can make the difference between 44 and 45 (the UR qualifying threshold). Many serious candidates ignore this section and lose exactly these marks
- Mining Sirdar T&S Grade-C — 577 posts (SC:110, ST:86, OBC-NCL:98, EWS:58, UR:225)
- Dy. Surveyor T&S Grade-C (Mining) — 43 posts (SC:8, ST:6, OBC-NCL:7, EWS:4, UR:18)
- Asst. Foreman (Electrical) Grade-C — 435 posts (SC:83, ST:61, OBC-NCL:74, EWS:43, UR:174)
- Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency (Un-Restricted) from DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 — for both OC & UG Mines
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate
- Valid First Aid Certificate
- UR / OBC (Creamy Layer & Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS: ₹1,000 + GST ₹180 = ₹1,180 total
- SC / ST / ESM / PwBD / Departmental / Female candidates: NIL (fully exempted)
- SC/ST: +5 years (max 35)
- OBC-NCL Centre List: +3 years (max 33)
- ESM: Actual service + 3 years (max 50)
- PwBD (Asst. Foreman Electrical only): +10 years UR, +13 years OBC-NCL, +15 years SC/ST
- Departmental candidates (CIL & subsidiaries): No upper age limit
- Section A: 80 questions — Technical Knowledge (discipline-specific per post)
- Section B: 20 questions — General Awareness / Aptitude / Knowledge of CIL & SECL
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