MCL Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 500 Posts

Published: 8:17 am | 24 April 2026

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited and a Government of India Undertaking, has officially released its Employment Notice / Advertisement (Ref. No.: MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311) dated 16 April 2026.

MCL invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for two posts — Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) and Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M). This is a golden opportunity to join one of India’s largest coal mining companies and build a stable career in the public sector. A total of 500 vacancies are available across both posts. Online applications open on 07 May 2026 and close on 28 May 2026. Read this article carefully to understand all eligibility conditions, vacancy details, salary, and how to apply.

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL)

MCL Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 500 Posts (Asst. Foreman & Technician Electrician)

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Important Dates

⇒ Application Start Date: 07 May 2026 (10:00 AM)
⇒ Last Date to Apply: 28 May 2026 (11:50 PM)
⇒ Cut-Off Date for Age & Eligibility: 28 May 2026
⇒ Admit Card Download Date: Will be notified on official website
⇒ CBT (Computer Based Test) Date: Will be notified on official website
⇒ Declaration of Results: Will be notified on official website
⇒ Note: Candidates are advised to regularly visit https://www.mahanadicoal.in for all updates and schedule changes.

Application Fee

⇒ SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ESM / CIL & Subsidiary Employees: Exempted (No Fee)
⇒ General (UR) / OBC (Creamy & Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS: ₹1,000/- + GST ₹180/- = ₹1,180/- (Total)
⇒ Fee is Non-Refundable
⇒ Payment Mode: Online only — Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
⇒ Note: No other mode of payment accepted. MCL will not be responsible if fee is deposited in wrong account.

Age Limit (As on 28 May 2026)

⇒ Minimum Age: 18 years
⇒ Maximum Age (UR / EWS): 30 years
⇒ OBC (NCL) Relaxation: +3 years (Max: 33 years)
⇒ SC / ST Relaxation: +5 years (Max: 35 years)
⇒ Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Actual period of service in defence + 3 years
⇒ Departmental Candidates (CIL & subsidiaries): No upper age limit
⇒ PwBD – General / EWS: +10 years (only for Asst. Foreman post)
⇒ PwBD – OBC (NCL): +13 years (only for Asst. Foreman post)
⇒ PwBD – SC / ST: +15 years (only for Asst. Foreman post)
⇒ Note: The actual upper age limit of any applicant (except Departmental Candidates) shall not exceed 56 years on the crucial date.

Total Posts & Selection Process

⇒ Post 1: Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) — 150 Vacancies
⇒ Post 2: Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) — 350 Vacancies
⇒ Grand Total: 500 Posts
⇒ Selection Process:

Computer Based Test (CBT) — Only Stage
Document Verification (shortlisted candidates in 1:3 ratio)
Initial Medical Examination (IME)
Final Appointment (subject to medical fitness)

⇒ Note: No personal interview will be held.

Total Vacancies — Post-wise & Category-wise Breakdown

A total of 500 vacancies have been announced across 2 posts. The complete category-wise breakdown including backlog vacancies is as follows:

Name of Post	Basic Pay (NCWA-XI)	SC (Backlog)	ST (Backlog)	OBC-NCL (Backlog)	UR	EWS	SC	ST	OBC (NCL)	Total
Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M)	₹47,330.25 Per Month	—	—	—	60	15	24	33	18	150
Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M)	₹1,583.32 Per Day	—	—	—	140	35	56	77	42	350
Grand Total		—	—	—	200	50	80	110	60	500

Note: Vacancies are tentative. MCL management reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel vacancies as per requirement. Examination fees paid will not be refunded in case of cancellation. Total 6 vacancies are reserved (horizontal) for PwBD candidates for the post of Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee). PwBD reservation is NIL for Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) as per Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment guidelines.

PwBD Sub-categories — Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) Only

Name of Post	Physical Requirement	Suitable Category of Benchmark Disabilities	Horizontal Vacancies
Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M)	S, ST, W, BN, MF, SE, RW, H, C	a) HH (Hard of Hearing) b) OA, OL, BL, LC, Dw, AAV c) SLD (Specific Learning Disability) d) MD involving (a) to (c) above	06

Physical Requirement Abbreviations: S=Sitting, ST=Standing, W=Walking, BN=Bending, MF=Manipulation by Fingers, SE=Seeing, RW=Reading & Writing, H=Hearing, C=Communication.

Eligibility Criteria — MCL Recruitment 2026

⇒ Nationality: Citizens of India only

⇒ Post 1 — Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M):

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (minimum 3-year course) approved by AICTE, OR
Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE

⇒ Post 2 — Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M):

(i) Matriculate or equivalent examination passed from any recognised Board of Examination
(ii) ITI (2-year course) in Electrician Trade along with Trade Certificate issued by NCVT / SCVT, AND minimum 1-year training / on-the-job practical experience
(iii) LT permit under IE rules for Mines OR 440–550 Volts mining parts permit issued by Competent Authority

⇒ General Notes:

All qualifications must have been obtained on or before the cut-off date of 28 May 2026
Candidates serving in other subsidiaries of Coal India in the same capacity are not entitled to apply — they should pursue inter-subsidiary transfer
Candidates working in Govt. / Semi Govt. / PSU must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification

Salary / Pay Scale / Basic Pay Details

Post	Basic Pay	Pay Agreement	Additional Benefits
Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M)	₹47,330.25 per month	NCWA-XI	Other allowances & fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules / National Coal Wage Agreement-XI
Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M)	₹1,583.32 per day	NCWA-XI	Other allowances & fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules / National Coal Wage Agreement-XI

Note: Besides basic pay, both posts carry other applicable allowances and fringe benefits as per the Company’s Rules and National Coal Wage Agreement-XI (NCWA-XI).

Career Growth Prospects

⇒ For Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (E&M): Further career growth to T&S Gr-B and onwards will be subject to acquisition of Electrical Supervisorship Certificate of Competency valid for Mines as per the Cadre Scheme.

⇒ For Technician (Electrician) (E&M): Trainees in Cat-III will be regularised as Electrician, Cat-IV after successful completion of one year training in E&M cadre and possession of valid minimum requisite Electrician Statutory permit / certificate.

⇒ Posting: Selected candidates could be posted in any Mines / Projects (Underground & Opencast) of MCL / CIL and are liable to be transferred to other subsidiaries of Coal India Limited at any time during their service period.

Selection Process — CBT Exam Pattern & Cut-off Details

Exam Pattern

Feature	Details
Mode of Examination	Computer Based Test (CBT) — Only
Type of Questions	Objective type, Multiple Choice (MCQ)
Negative Marking	NO Negative Marking
Language of Test	Bilingual — English & Hindi
Total Marks	100 Marks
Section A — General Awareness / Aptitude	20 Questions × 1 Mark = 20 Marks
Section B — Technical Knowledge	80 Questions × 1 Mark = 80 Marks
Personal Interview	No personal interview. CBT is the sole selection criteria.

Qualifying Marks in CBT

Category	Qualifying Marks Required
General / EWS Candidates	45 marks out of 100 (i.e. 45%)
OBC (NCL) Candidates	40 marks out of 100 (i.e. 40%)
SC / ST Candidates	35 marks out of 100 (i.e. 35%)

Shortlisting & Tie-breaking Rules

⇒ Shortlisting Ratio: Qualified candidates will be called for document verification in the ratio of 1:3 (3 candidates per vacancy) based on CBT merit order.
⇒ Tie-breaking Rule: In case of equal CBT marks — first resolved by Date of Birth (older candidate ranks higher), then by Name alphabetically.
⇒ Score Normalisation: If CBT is conducted in multiple shifts, scores will be normalised using the formula: Xn = (S2/S1) × (X – Xav) + Yav
⇒ Merit Panel Validity: The merit panel will be valid for 1 year or as per extant Govt. guidelines.

Health / Medical Fitness Standards

⇒ Medical Examination: Appointment is provisional and subject to the candidate being found medically fit as per the standards prescribed for the post by MCL. Selected candidates will undergo an Initial Medical Examination (IME) at the designated hospital by the Company’s Doctor.
⇒ Final Joining: Subject to being declared medically fit for employment in Mines as per the applicable rules.
⇒ Minimum Height: As per Medical Attendance Rules (MAR), the minimum required height is 60 inches, except for candidates with Dw (Dwarfism) applying for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) post.
⇒ Medical Unfit: Those who are found UNFIT will be disqualified for employment.

Documents Required (Keep Ready Before Applying)

Document	Format
Recent Photograph (not more than 3 weeks old)	jpg / jpeg
Signature (with Black ink pen)	jpg / jpeg
Matriculation (Class X) Certificate / Mark Sheets	jpg / jpeg / PDF
ITI / Diploma / Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets	jpg / jpeg / PDF
Valid Caste Certificate — OBC (NCL) / SC / ST (if applicable)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
Income & Asset Certificate for EWS (if applicable)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
PwBD Disability Certificate (if applicable)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
Ex-Servicemen Certificate / Discharge Certificate (if applicable)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
LT Permit under IE rules for Mines / 440–550V mining parts permit (for Technician post)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
Proof of minimum 1-year on-the-job training/practical experience (for Technician post)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
No Objection Certificate (for Govt. / PSU / Semi-Govt. employees)	jpg / jpeg / PDF
Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking details (for fee payment)	—

Note: Candidates working in Govt./Semi Govt./PSU/CIL Subsidiaries must produce a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer at the time of document verification.

How to Apply — Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Read the Notification Completely
Go through the complete official Employment Notice at https://www.mahanadicoal.in before applying. Ensure you meet all the eligibility criteria for the post you wish to apply for.

Step 2: Prepare Required Documents & Details
Keep all documents ready — personal ID, educational certificates, caste certificates, experience proof, LT permit (if applicable), recent photograph, and signature. Ensure all are in the accepted format (jpg/jpeg/PDF).

Step 3: Visit the Official MCL Website
Go to https://www.mahanadicoal.in and navigate to CAREERS >>>> Recruitment section. No other means or mode of application will be accepted.

Step 4: Read Important Instructions & Click ‘I Agree’
Read the important instructions carefully and click on the (√) ‘I Agree’ button to proceed.

Step 5: Register with Basic Details
Fill in basic details — post opted, name, mobile number, and email ID — and click the Submit button. Note your Application Sequence Number, User ID, and Password received on your email and mobile.

Step 6: Login and Fill Application Form
Re-login using your User ID and password received through email. Click on the Application Form option and fill in all required personal, educational, and category details in the respective fields.

Step 7: Upload Documents, Photo & Signature
Upload all required documents along with your recent photograph and signature in the specified formats.

Step 8: Select Test Cities
Select up to three test city preferences from the available list. This choice cannot be changed after submission.

Step 9: Preview, Verify & Submit
Check the complete preview of your application form. Make any corrections if required, then press the Submit button.

Step 10: Pay Application Fee
If applicable (General / OBC / EWS candidates), pay the fee of ₹1,000/- + GST ₹180/- = ₹1,180/- online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ESM / CIL employees are exempted.

Step 11: Take a Printout
After successful submission and payment, take a printout of your application form and preserve it for future reference. Do not send the printout to MCL by post.

Important Links

Apply Online	mahanadicoal.in → CAREERS → Recruitment
Download Official Notification	Click Here
Check CBT Results	https://mahanadicoal.in
MCL Official Website	www.mahanadicoal.in
Helpdesk	Available on Application Portal (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Mon–Sat)

MCL Recruitment 2026 — FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for MCL Recruitment 2026?
⇒ The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 28 May 2026 (11:50 PM). Applications open on 07 May 2026 (10:00 AM).

Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
⇒ A total of 500 vacancies — 150 for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) and 350 for Technician (Electrician) (Trainee).

Q3. Is there negative marking in the CBT?
⇒ No. There is NO negative marking for wrong answers in the Computer Based Test.

Q4. What is the qualification required for the Technician (Electrician) post?
⇒ Candidates must have (i) Matriculation or equivalent, (ii) 2-year ITI in Electrician Trade (NCVT/SCVT certified) with minimum 1-year on-the-job practical experience, AND (iii) LT permit under IE rules for Mines or 440–550V mining parts permit issued by a Competent Authority.

Q5. What is the basic pay for both posts?
⇒ Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee): ₹47,330.25 per month. Technician (Electrician) (Trainee): ₹1,583.32 per day — both as per NCWA-XI, plus applicable allowances and fringe benefits.

Q6. Is there any reservation for PwBD candidates?
⇒ Yes, but only for the Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) post — 6 horizontal vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates. PwBD reservation is NIL for the Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) post as per Govt. guidelines.

Q7. Can candidates apply for both posts?
⇒ No. Candidates are required to submit only one application for a specific post. They should apply for the post for which they meet the eligibility criteria.

Q8. What is the minimum height requirement?
⇒ As per MCL’s Medical Attendance Rules (MAR), the minimum required height is 60 inches. This requirement is relaxed only for candidates with Dwarfism (Dw) applying for the Asst. Foreman (Electrical) post.

Q9. Can I change my test city preference after submitting the application?
⇒ No. Once the online application form is submitted, the test city preference cannot be changed under any circumstances.

Q10. Are CIL / MCL / subsidiary company employees required to pay the application fee?
⇒ No. Employees of Coal India Limited and its subsidiaries are exempted from payment of application fee. Additionally, SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ESM candidates are also fee-exempt.

MCL Recruitment 2026 — Conclusion

The Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) Recruitment 2026 is an exceptional opportunity for Diploma / ITI-qualified candidates to secure a permanent, well-paying career with a prestigious Government of India coal mining enterprise. With 500 vacancies across two posts, competitive basic pay under NCWA-XI (₹47,330.25/month for Asst. Foreman and ₹1,583.32/day for Technician), no negative marking in the CBT, and excellent career growth prospects within Coal India Limited’s vast network, this recruitment drive offers both job security and professional advancement. Eligible candidates must apply online at https://www.mahanadicoal.in between 07 May 2026 and 28 May 2026 (11:50 PM). Do not wait for the last day — apply early to avoid network congestion.

Disclaimer: This article is based solely on the official MCL Employment Notice Ref. No. MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 dated 16 April 2026. All data on vacancies, eligibility, pay scales, and important dates has been sourced directly from the official notification. Candidates are strongly advised to visit https://www.mahanadicoal.in regularly for the latest updates before applying. This website is not affiliated with Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, Coal India Limited, or any government body.

MCL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 500 Posts