🔔 COAL INDIA PSU RECRUITMENT 2026 — LIVE NOW
NCL Recruitment 2026 — 577 HEMM Operator, Paramedical & Overseer (Civil) Posts, Apply Online
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) • Miniratna — Subsidiary of Coal India Limited • Advt. No. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125 • Released: 06 April 2026
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Total Posts
577
HEMM + Paramedical + Overseer
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Last Date
01 May 2026
11:59 PM
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Application Fee (UR/OBC)
₹1,180
SC/ST/ESM/PwBD — NIL
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Age Limit
18–30 Years
As on 01 May 2026
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Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) — a Miniratna company and wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL) — has released a major recruitment notification (Advt. No. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125, dated 06 April 2026) for direct recruitment to 577 vacancies across three categories: HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff, and Overseer (Civil).
Selected candidates will be deployed across NCL’s mines, hospitals, dispensaries, and establishments in Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh) and Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh) — India’s Energy Capital. They will also be liable for transfer to other Coal India Limited subsidiaries.
The online application window is open from 09 April 2026 (10:00 AM) to 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM) at nclcil.in. Selection is through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) — no negative marking, no interview. Salary is as per NCWA-XI (National Coal Wage Agreement XI).
📅 NCL Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 06 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 09 April 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 01 May 2026 |
| CBT Exam / Admit Card | To Be Announced on nclcil.in |
📋 NCL Vacancy 2026 — Post-Wise Details & Salary
Category 1: HEMM Operator (Trainee) — 472 Posts
Qualification: Matriculation (10th) from recognised board — UR/EWS min. 55%, OBC-NCL min. 50%, SC/ST min. 45% + Valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) / Transport License from any RTA/RTO. Training Period: 3 years → placed in Excavation Category D. Pay: ₹1,502.66 per day (as per NCWA-XI).
| HEMM Post Name | Vacancies | Pay (Per Day) |
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| Dumper Operator (Trainee) | 308 | ₹1,502.66/day |
| Dozer Operator (Trainee) | 52 | ₹1,502.66/day |
| Surface Miner Operator (Trainee) | 43 | ₹1,502.66/day |
| Grader Operator (Trainee) | 34 | ₹1,502.66/day |
| Pay Loader Operator (Trainee) | 18 | ₹1,502.66/day |
| Crane Operator (Trainee) | 17 | ₹1,502.66/day |
Category 2: Paramedical Staff (Trainee) — 75 Posts
| Post Name | Posts | Grade | Basic Pay/Month | Qualification |
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| Staff Nurse (Trainee) | 47 | T&S Gr. C | ₹47,330.25 | 10+2 + B.Sc. Nursing / GNM Diploma + State Nursing Council Registration |
| Technician (Pathological) | 12 | T&S Gr. C | ₹47,330.25 | 10+2 + Diploma in Pathology from Govt. recognised institute |
| Pharmacist (Trainee) | 04 | T&S Gr. C | ₹47,330.25 | 10+2 (Science) + D.Pharm + Pharmacy Council Registration |
| Physiotherapist (Trainee) | 04 | T&S Gr. C | ₹47,330.25 | 3-year Diploma in Physiotherapy from recognised institute |
| Technician (Radiographer) | 03 | T&S Gr. C | ₹47,330.25 | 10+2 + Diploma in Radiography from recognised institute |
| Technician (Dental) | 02 | T&S Gr. D | ₹43,775.55 | 10+2 + Diploma in Dentistry/Dental Technology |
| Jr. Technician (ECG) | 02 | T&S Gr. D | ₹43,775.55 | 10+2 + ECG Technician qualification + 2 years experience as ECG Technician |
| Technician (Optometry) | 01 | T&S Gr. D | ₹43,775.55 | 10+2 + Diploma in Refraction/Optometry from recognised institute |
Category 3: Overseer (Civil) — 30 Posts
| Post | Posts | Grade | Basic Pay/Month | Qualification |
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| Overseer (Civil) | 30 | T&S Gr. C | ₹47,330.25 | Matriculation (10th) + 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from recognised institute |
📌 In addition to basic pay, all selected candidates receive: DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA, Attendance Bonus, Special Allowance, Transport Subsidy, Medical Facilities (self & family), PF, Gratuity, and other benefits as per NCWA-XI / CIL norms.
👤 Age Limit (as on 01 May 2026)
| Category | Date of Birth Range | Max Age |
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| General / EWS | 02 May 1996 – 01 May 2008 | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 02 May 1993 – 01 May 2008 | 33 years (+3) |
| SC / ST | 02 May 1991 – 01 May 2008 | 35 years (+5) |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | As per notification | 40 years (+10) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Actual service + 3 years | Max 50 years |
| Departmental (NCL) Candidates | — | No upper age limit |
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Breakup |
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| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1,180/- | ₹1,000 + ₹180 GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / NCL Departmental | NIL (Fully Exempted) | No payment required |
🏆 NCL Selection Process 2026
Selection is purely merit-based — no interview. Final merit is based entirely on CBT score. Minimum qualifying marks: 50/100 for UR/EWS | 40/100 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/ESM.
| Stage | Details |
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| Stage 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — 100 marks, 90 minutes. No Negative Marking. HEMM posts: Common paper — General Aptitude + GK + Reasoning + Maths Paramedical & Overseer posts: Section-A (70 marks Technical) + Section-B (30 marks GK/Reasoning/Aptitude) |
| Stage 2 | Document Scrutiny / Verification — Only CBT-qualified candidates called for verification of originals. Any discrepancy leads to disqualification. |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination — As per CIL’s Medical Attendance Rules. Final appointment subject to medical fitness. |
Tie-Breaking Rules
- HEMM Operator: Higher % in Matriculation → Older Date of Birth → Alphabetical order of name
- Paramedical (except ECG): Higher Section-A score → Older Date of Birth → Alphabetical order
- Jr. Technician ECG: Graduation holder preferred → Higher Section-A score → Older DOB → Alphabetical
- Overseer (Civil): Higher Section-A score → Older Date of Birth → Alphabetical order
📝 How to Apply for NCL Recruitment 2026
Apply online only at nclcil.in → Career → Recruitment. One candidate = One post only. Last date: 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Visit nclcil.in → Click Career → Recruitment
- Open “Employment Notice for Direct Recruitment of HEMM Operator, Paramedical Staff and Overseer (Civil)”
- Read the full notification carefully — verify your eligibility for the specific post
- Click Apply Online and register with email ID and mobile number
- Fill personal, educational, and category details accurately
- Upload scanned copies of: photo, signature, Matric certificate, HMV license (for HEMM), degree/diploma certificates, category certificate
- Pay the application fee online (₹1,180 for UR/OBC/EWS | NIL for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM)
- Submit the form → Download/Print the confirmation page
Documents Required
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate & Marksheet
- 10+2 Certificate (for Paramedical posts)
- Diploma / Degree Certificate & Marksheets (relevant trade)
- Valid HMV/Transport License from RTA/RTO — HEMM posts only (Learning License NOT accepted)
- State Nursing Council Registration (Staff Nurse) / Pharmacy Council Registration (Pharmacist)
- Category Certificate — OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS (Central Govt. format, valid)
- PwBD Disability Certificate (min. 40% benchmark disability, if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- NCL Departmental Employee proof (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph & scanned signature
- Active email ID and mobile number (valid for at least 1 year)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — NCL Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies in NCL Recruitment 2026?
Total 577 vacancies — 472 HEMM Operator (Trainee), 75 Paramedical Staff, and 30 Overseer (Civil). Deployed across NCL’s mines, hospitals, and establishments in Singrauli (MP) and Sonbhadra (UP).
Q2. Can I apply for more than one post in NCL Recruitment 2026?
No — strictly one post only. Applying for multiple posts will result in cancellation of ALL applications. Choose carefully before applying.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the NCL CBT 2026?
No negative marking at all. Un-attempted questions carry zero marks. Attempt all 100 questions — there is no penalty for wrong answers.
Q4. What is the salary for HEMM Operator (Trainee)?
HEMM Operators receive ₹1,502.66 per day (daily rated) as per NCWA-XI during the 3-year training period. After successful training and trade test, they are placed in Excavation Category D with regular monthly pay plus DA, allowances, and full PSU benefits.
Q5. Is a Learning License valid for HEMM Operator posts?
No — a Learning License is NOT accepted. Only a full valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) / Transport License issued from any RTA/RTO of an Indian State is accepted. The license must be valid as on 01 May 2026.
Q6. Are distance learning / part-time qualifications accepted?
No. Distance learning and part-time qualifications are strictly NOT accepted for any post. Only full-time, government-recognised qualifications from accredited institutions are eligible.