MCL Recruitment 2026 — 500 Posts Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee + Technician (Electrician) Trainee — E&M Dept • Apply Online 7–28 May 2026 • CBT Only, No Interview • mahanadicoal.in
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) — Navratna CPSE, subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Under | Ministry of Coal, Government of India | CIN: U10102OR1992GO1003038 |
| Advertisement No. | MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 |
| Notice Date | 16 April 2026 |
| Department | Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) Department, Mahanadi Coalfields Limited |
| Total Vacancies | 500 posts (tentative — MCL reserves right to increase/decrease/cancel) |
| Posts | 1. Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee, T&S Gr-C (E&M) — 150 posts 2. Technician (Electrician) Trainee, Cat-III (E&M) — 350 posts |
| PwBD Reservation | 6 horizontal vacancies reserved for PwBDs for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) post only. No PwBD reservation for Technician (Electrician) as per MoSJE guidelines. |
| Job Location | Odisha — MCL mines, projects, and offices. Candidates may be posted to any Underground or Opencast Mines/Projects of MCL or Coal India Limited. |
| Application Opens | 7 May 2026 |
| Application Closes | 28 May 2026 |
| Age Cutoff Date | 28 May 2026 — all age limits calculated as on this date |
| Application Mode | Online only — mahanadicoal.in → Careers → Recruitment. No offline applications. |
| Application Fee | UR/OBC (CL & NCL)/EWS: ₹1,180/- (₹1,000 + ₹180 GST) | SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Female/CIL & Subsidiary Employees: Exempted |
| Selection Process | CBT only → Document Verification (1:3 ratio) → Initial Medical Examination (IME). No personal interview. |
| Pay Scale — Asst. Foreman | ₹47,330.25 per month as per NCWA-XI (National Coal Wage Agreement XI) |
| Pay Scale — Technician | ₹1,583.32 per day as per NCWA-XI |
| Merit Panel Validity | 1 year or as per extant Govt. guidelines from the date of panel declaration |
| MCL HQ Address | At/PO: Jagruti Vihar, Burla, Dist. Sambalpur (Odisha) – 768 020 | Ph: +91 (663) 2542868 |
| Official Website | mahanadicoal.in (also accessed as www.mahanadicoal.in) |
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| Category | Asst. Foreman (Electrical) — 150 posts | Technician (Electrician) — 350 posts |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC-NCL / SC / ST | Category-wise vertical distribution available in full official notification PDF at mahanadicoal.in. Download and verify before applying. | |
| PwBD Horizontal Reservation | 6 posts reserved for PwBDs | NIL — not identified per MoSJE |
| Reservation for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD/ESM applied as per Government of India rules. Candidates applying against reserved posts must hold valid caste/EWS certificates as on 28 May 2026. | ||
| Criteria | Post 1: Asst. Foreman (Electrical) Trainee | Post 2: Technician (Electrician) Trainee |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (min. 3-year AICTE-approved course) OR Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (AICTE approved) | Matriculate or equivalent from a recognised Board |
| Technical/Trade Certificate | Not specified beyond engineering qualification | ITI (2-year course) in Electrician Trade — NCVT/SCVT Trade Certificate + minimum 1 year training/on-the-job experience |
| Statutory Permit (Mandatory) | Not required at joining (ESCC needed for promotion) | LT Permit under IE Rules for Mines OR 440–550 Volts Mining Parts Permit from Competent Authority — MANDATORY |
| Minimum Age | 18 years as on 28 May 2026 | |
| Maximum Age (UR / EWS) | 30 years as on 28 May 2026 | |
| Age Relaxation — OBC-NCL | +3 years → maximum 33 years | |
| Age Relaxation — SC / ST | +5 years → maximum 35 years | |
| Age — PwBD (UR/EWS) | Up to 40 years (Asst. Foreman has 6 PwBD posts) | — (No PwBD reservation) |
| Age — PwBD (OBC-NCL) | Up to 43 years | — |
| Age — PwBD (SC/ST) | Up to 45 years | — |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years relaxation | |
| Departmental Candidates | No upper age limit — employees of CIL and its subsidiaries with requisite qualifications | |
| Absolute Maximum Age | Upper age (except Departmental candidates) must not exceed 56 years as on 28 May 2026 | |
| Height (IME) | Minimum 60 inches — except Dwarfism cases | Not specified |
| Age proof: Class X certificate is the only accepted age proof document. Teaching experience and training period do NOT count as work experience. | ||
- The LT (Low Tension) Permit under Indian Electricity Rules for Mines OR the 440–550 Volts Mining Parts Permit is a mandatory statutory requirement — not optional
- This permit certifies that the holder can safely work with low-tension electrical systems in coal mine environments under DGMS (Directorate General of Mines Safety) standards
- Without a valid and current LT permit, you are ineligible for the Technician (Electrician) post even if your ITI certificate is perfect
- The permit must be valid as on 28 May 2026 — expired permits will not be accepted at document verification
- Assistant Foreman (Electrical) T&S Gr-C: Progresses to T&S Gr-B (Junior Manager equivalent) and beyond, subject to acquiring the Electrical Supervisorship Certificate of Competency (ESCC) for Mines from DGMS
- Technician (Electrician) Cat-III Trainee: Regularised as Electrician, Cat-IV after successfully completing 1 year of training and obtaining a valid Electrician statutory permit/certificate — Cat-IV provides permanent status and promotion eligibility within MCL E&M cadre
| Component | Asst. Foreman (Electrical) T&S Gr-C | Technician (Electrician) Cat-III |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay (NCWA-XI) | ₹47,330.25 per month | ₹1,583.32 per day (~₹48,500/month at 30.67 days) |
| Dearness Allowance | Revised quarterly — substantially increases total package | |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance based on posting location category | |
| Medical | Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and family via MCL/CIL empanelled hospitals | |
| Provident Fund | 12% employer contribution under EPF Act | |
| Gratuity | As per Gratuity Act — significant terminal benefit after 5+ years | |
| Job Security | Permanent Central PSU employment — protected by CIL/NCWA service rules | |
| Besides basic pay, both posts carry all other allowances and fringe benefits as per Company Rules/NCWA-XI. Total CTC is substantially higher than basic pay when all Coal India group benefits are accounted for. | ||
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC (Creamy Layer & NCL) / EWS | ₹1,180/- (₹1,000 Application Fee + ₹180 GST) | Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking — Online only through MCL recruitment portal |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | EXEMPTED — NIL | |
| Female Candidates | EXEMPTED — NIL | No payment required |
| Coal India Limited & Subsidiary Company Employees | EXEMPTED — NIL | |
| 🚫 Fee once paid is NON-REFUNDABLE under any circumstances, including if MCL cancels vacancies. Verify eligibility before paying. Pay only through MCL's official portal — never through agents. | ||
Computer Based Test (CBT) — Exam Pattern:
| Section | Topic | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness & Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Section B | Technical Knowledge (post-specific — Electrical Engineering topics) | 80 | 80 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT:
Stage 1 — Computer Based Test (CBT)
The sole merit-determining stage — 100 objective MCQ questions for 100 marks in 90 minutes. Section A covers General Awareness and Aptitude (20 marks). Section B covers Technical Knowledge specific to the post — Electrical Engineering fundamentals, Mines Electricity Rules, and trade concepts (80 marks). No negative marking — attempt all 100 questions. Exam is bilingual. CBT schedule and admit card announced at mahanadicoal.in in due course.
Stage 2 — Document Verification (DV)
Candidates shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio based on CBT merit are called for DV. Tie-breaking: Date of Birth (elder candidate first), then alphabetical by name. Original certificates of Class X, Diploma/Degree/ITI, caste certificate, EWS certificate (if applicable), LT Permit / Mining Parts Permit (mandatory for Technician post), PwBD certificate (if applicable), ESM discharge certificate (if applicable), and photo ID must be presented. Any discrepancy or missing document leads to disqualification.
Stage 3 — Initial Medical Examination (IME)
DV-cleared candidates undergo a medical fitness examination by MCL's company doctors — their findings are final and cannot be appealed. Minimum height for Asst. Foreman: 60 inches (5 feet) except Dwarfism cases. Candidates found medically unfit are disqualified. Appointment is provisional until medical fitness is confirmed. Candidates with pre-existing medical conditions should verify fitness before applying.
Stage 4 — Provisional Select List & Appointment
The Provisional Select List is published on mahanadicoal.in after all stages. Appointment offer issued based on merit list position and Government of India reservation policy. Merit panel is valid for 1 year. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in MCL/CIL mines and projects — including underground and opencast mines across Odisha. Shift duties and field assignments are part of the role.
- Electrical Engineering fundamentals: DC/AC circuits, transformers, induction motors, power systems, electrical machines — revise full AICTE Diploma syllabus for all 3 years
- Mines Electricity Rules: MCL operates coal mines — CBT specifically covers Mines Act 1952, Indian Electricity Rules, DGMS safety standards, Coal Mines Regulations, earthing systems, protection devices, voltage categories in mines, winding engines, and electrical substations
- No negative marking — strategic advantage: Never leave any question blank. After genuine attempts, guess remaining answers before time runs out — wrong answers carry zero penalty
- Section A (20 marks): Current affairs (last 6 months), GK, logical reasoning, number series — do not neglect; even 3–4 extra marks here separates hundreds of candidates in a 500-seat competition
- Previous CIL subsidiary papers: MCL, SECL, NCL, CCL — all follow near-identical CBT patterns for E&M posts. Solve previous SECL 2024 and NCL 2025 Asst. Foreman papers — directly applicable to MCL 2026
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) is one of the eight subsidiaries of Coal India Limited (CIL) — the world's largest coal mining company and a Maharatna CPSE. MCL, headquartered at Sambalpur, Odisha, operates primarily in the Talcher Coalfield and IB Valley Coalfield of Odisha — two of India's largest coal reserve areas. With annual production exceeding 200 million tonnes, MCL supplies coal to thermal power stations across India, making it a critical component of the country's energy infrastructure. As a Navratna CPSE, MCL offers employees among the best pay packages (NCWA-XI), job security, housing colonies, medical facilities, and structured career growth available in India's public sector. Working at MCL means being part of the Coal India family — one of the most stable, well-compensated, and respected government employer brands in India.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Parent Company | Coal India Limited (CIL) — Maharatna CPSE under Ministry of Coal |
| MCL's PSU Status | Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise |
| Headquarters | Jagruti Vihar, Burla, Dist. Sambalpur, Odisha – 768 020 |
| Primary Coalfields | Talcher Coalfield and IB Valley Coalfield, Odisha |
| Operations | Underground mines and Opencast mines across Sambalpur, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, and Angul districts |
| Wage Agreement | National Coal Wage Agreement XI (NCWA-XI) — sector-specific wage structure applicable to all CIL employees |
Read Official Notification & Prepare Documents
Download and read the official notification PDF from mahanadicoal.in. Keep ready: Class X certificate/marksheet, Diploma/Degree/ITI marksheets, caste/EWS certificate (if applicable), LT Permit/440–550V Mining Parts Permit (mandatory for Technician post), PwBD certificate (if applicable), ESM discharge certificate (if applicable), recent photograph (JPG/JPEG — not older than 3 weeks), signature in black ink pen (JPG/JPEG), and Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking details for fee payment.
Visit mahanadicoal.in → Register
Go to mahanadicoal.in → CAREERS → Recruitment. Find Advt MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311. Click "I Agree" to instructions. Click Apply Online. Register with: Post opted, Full Name, valid personal Email ID (keep active — all admit cards and communications sent via email), and Mobile Number. Login credentials are sent to your registered email/mobile. Email ID and mobile number cannot be changed after registration.
Login & Fill Application Form
Re-login using credentials received via email. Fill the online application form accurately with: personal details as per Class X certificate (this is the base document for name and date of birth), educational qualification details, category, and post-specific information. Verify your date of birth, name spelling, and qualification details carefully — any discrepancy detected at DV stage leads to disqualification even if you passed CBT.
Upload Documents & Pay Fee
Upload scanned copies of: Class X certificate, Diploma/Degree/ITI marksheets, caste certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST), EWS income certificate, ESM/PwBD certificate (if applicable), LT Permit (mandatory for Technician post), recent photograph, and signature. Then pay ₹1,180/- (UR/OBC/EWS) via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking. Exempted categories submit without payment.
Submit & Download Confirmation
Review all filled details and uploaded documents. Submit the form. Download and print the final application confirmation page for future reference. Keep registered email and mobile active throughout the recruitment cycle — CBT admit card link, DV call letter, and result notifications are communicated electronically only. Monitor mahanadicoal.in regularly for all updates.
Organisation: Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL)
Address: At/PO: Jagruti Vihar, Burla, Dist. Sambalpur (Odisha) – 768 020
Phone: +91 (663) 2542868 | CIN: U10102OR1992GO1003038
Website: mahanadicoal.in
All recruitment updates — CBT schedule, admit card, result, DV schedule, Provisional Select List — published exclusively on mahanadicoal.in. No press advertisements issued separately. Beware of fake calls/agents — MCL never collects money from candidates.
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