MCL Recruitment 2026 – Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, which is part of Coal India Limited, has released Employment Notice No. MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 dated 16 April 2026, the recruitment is for 500 posts of Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) and Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) in the E&M cadre.
Candidates with a diploma in electrical engineering or ITI in electrician trade can apply, these jobs are in coal mines and offer good salary, job security and career growth in a reputed public sector company.
Mahanadi Coalfields (MCL) Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) |
| Advertisement No. | MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 |
| Post Name | Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) & Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) |
| Total Vacancies | 500 |
| Job Location | Mines/Projects of MCL (Underground & Opencast) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | https://mahanadicoal.in |
MCL Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Name of Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) | 150 |
| Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) | 350 |
Eligibility Criteria of MCL Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
| Name of Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (3 years) approved by AICTE OR Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE |
| Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) | 1. Matriculate or equivalent from any recognized Board 2. ITI (2-year course) in Electrician Trade with NCVT/SCVT Trade Certificate 3. LT permit under IE rules for Mines OR 440-550 Volts mining parts permit issued by Competent Authority |
Experience Required (Only for Technician Post)
| Post Name | Experience Needed |
|---|---|
| Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) | Minimum 1 year training / on-the-job training / practical experience (after ITI) |
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) | No experience required |
Age Limit (as on 28/May/2026)
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Upper age for UR/EWS: 30 years
- Maximum age (except Departmental candidates) shall not exceed 56 years on the cut-off date.
Age Relaxation Table
| Category | Maximum Age Relaxation (beyond 30 years) |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | No relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Actual service period + 3 years |
| Departmental Candidates (CIL & Subsidiaries) | No upper age limit |
| PwBD (only for Asst. Foreman post) | UR/EWS: +10 years OBC-NCL: +13 years SC/ST: +15 years |
Physical / Medical Fitness (for both posts)
Appointment is subject to being found medically fit in the company’s Initial Medical Examination (IME).
| Post Name | Minimum Height | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) | 60 inches (except Dw=Dwarfism category) | Medically fit for mine employment |
| Technician (Electrician) | 60 inches | Medically fit for mine employment |
MCL Recruitment 2026 Salary and Benefits
- Asst. Foreman: ₹47,330.25 per month
- Technician: ₹1,583.32 per day
Benefits
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical facilities
- Provident fund
- Pension
- Leave travel concession
- and other benefits as per National Coal Wage Agreement-XI (NCWA-XI).
Career Growth
- Asst. Foreman → Can grow to T&S Gr-B after getting Electrical Supervisorship Certificate valid for Mines.
- Technician (Cat-III) → Regularized as Electrician Cat-IV after successful 1-year training and valid statutory permit.
Selection Process (Computer Based Test only)
Stage 1. Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Section A: General Awareness / Aptitude – 20 questions (20 marks)
- Section B: Technical Knowledge – 80 questions (80 marks)
- No negative marking
- Duration: To be notified
Stage 2. Document Verification: Based on the merit order of marks secured in CBT, shortlisted qualified candidates in the ratio of 1:3 will be called for document verification.
Stage 3. Provisional Select List: After verification of documents/certificates, a Provisional Select List of successful candidates will be published on the official website of MCL (https://mahanadicoal.in).
Stage 4. Medical Fitness: Selected candidates will have to undergo Initial Medical Examination (IME) in the designated Hospital by the Company’s Doctor.
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness / Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Section B | Technical Knowledge | 80 | 80 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Qualifying Marks in CBT
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS Candidates | 45 marks (45%) |
| OBC (NCL) Candidates | 40 marks (40%) |
| SC / ST Candidates | 35 marks (35%) |
Documents Required (Scan and keep ready)
- Recent passport-size photo (not older than 3 weeks)
- Signature (black ink)
- 10th mark sheet / certificate
- ITI / Diploma / Degree certificate & mark sheets
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL)
- EWS Income & Asset certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- LT Permit / Mining parts permit
- 1-year training / experience certificate (for Technician)
- Valid ID proof
MCL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC (Creamy + Non-Creamy) / EWS | ₹1,000 + ₹180 GST = ₹1,180 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Female / CIL Employees | Exempted (₹0) |
How to Apply Online for MCL Recruitment 2026
- Visit official website → https://mahanadicoal.in → CAREERS → Recruitment
- Click on the online application link.
- Read instructions and click “I Agree”.
- Register with name, mobile, email and submit.
- Receive User ID & Password on email/SMS.
- Login and fill the application form carefully.
- Upload photo, signature and all required documents.
- Preview and correct if needed.
- Pay fee (if applicable) through Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
- Submit form and take printout for future use.
| Apply Link | Click Now |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates of MCL Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 07/05/2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply | 28/05/2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Admit card download | To be notified |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | To be notified |
| Result declaration | To be notified |
Final Thoughts
MCL Recruitment 2026 has announced 500 posts for Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) and Technician (Electrician) (Trainee). These jobs are secure government positions with good salary, allowances and future growth in the coal sector.
The official website mahanadicoal.in will provide updates and detailed instructions, this recruitment is a strong opportunity for diploma holders and ITI electrician candidates to join Mahanadi Coalfields Limited and build a bright future in the coal industry.
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