⚠ COAL INDIA PSU RECRUITMENT 2026
NCL Recruitment 2026 — 270 Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C Posts, Apply Online
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) • Subsidiary of Coal India Limited, Ministry of Coal • Ref: NCL/HQ/HR/Recruitment/DR/2025-26/59 • Released: 09 February 2026
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Total Posts
270
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Fee (UR/OBC/EWS)
₹1,180
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Training Salary
₹47,330/mo
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Age Limit
18–30 Years
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The NCL Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) — a Miniratna Category-I company and wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL) under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India — for 270 vacancies of Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C posts in Electronics & Telecommunication (E&T), Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering disciplines.
Selected candidates will be deployed across NCL’s mines and establishments in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh and Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh — India’s Energy Capital. NCL contributes to 10% of India’s electricity generation through coal supply to major thermal power plants.
The training salary is ₹47,330.25 per month (Basic Pay, NCWA-XI) plus DA, HRA, Attendance Bonus, Transport Subsidy, Medical Facilities, PF, and Gratuity. Selection is through a CBT of 100 MCQs (90 min) — no interview, no negative marking.
📅 NCL Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
The CBT exam date will be announced on nclcil.in after applications are processed. Check the official website regularly for updates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | 09 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 11 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Age Crucial Date | 05 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | To Be Announced on nclcil.in |
| CBT Exam Date | To Be Announced on nclcil.in |
📋 NCL Vacancy 2026 — Discipline & Category-Wise
270 vacancies across 3 disciplines. Electrical has the highest seats (148), followed by Mechanical (108) and E&T (14). Candidates applying for Mechanical and Electrical posts are automatically considered for both Excavation Cadre and E&M Cadre — separate merit panels are prepared for each.
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (E&T) | 07 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 14 |
| Asst. Foreman (Mechanical) | 54 | 11 | 29 | 10 | 04 | 108 |
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) | 74 | 15 | 40 | 14 | 05 | 148 |
✅ NCL Eligibility Criteria 2026
Only full-time Diplomas from Government-recognised and accredited institutions are accepted. Distance learning and part-time diploma qualifications are strictly NOT eligible.
Educational Qualification — Post-Wise
| Post | Qualification Required | Training |
|---|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (E&T) | Matriculation (10th Pass) + 3-year full-time Diploma in Electronics Engineering | 1 Year |
| Asst. Foreman (Mechanical) | Matriculation (10th Pass) + 3-year full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 2 Years |
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) | Matriculation (10th Pass) + 3-year full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 2 Years |
Age Limit (as on 05 March 2026)
| Category | Relaxation | Max. Age |
|---|---|---|
| UR / General / EWS | NIL | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years | 33 years |
| SC / ST | +5 years | 35 years |
| PwBD (UR) | +10 years | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules | |
📌 Min. 40% benchmark disability required for PwBD relaxation. PwBD & ESM seats are horizontal reservations within vertical categories.
💳 Application Fee
Fee is payable online only — non-refundable under all circumstances. Any bank charges beyond the application fee are borne by the candidate. Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
| Category | Fee | Breakup |
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| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1,180/- | ₹1,000 + ₹180 GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / NCL Departmental | NIL | Fully Exempted |
💰 NCL Assistant Foreman Salary 2026
Salary follows NCWA-XI (National Coal Wage Agreement XI). Basic training pay is ₹47,330.25/month — plus a comprehensive PSU benefits package listed below.
| Post | Training Period | Basic Pay |
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| Asst. Foreman (E&T) Trainee | 1 Year | ₹47,330.25/month |
| Asst. Foreman (Mechanical) Trainee | 2 Years | ₹47,330.25/month |
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) Trainee | 2 Years | ₹47,330.25/month |
Benefits included: DA • HRA • Attendance Bonus • Special Allowance • Transport Subsidy • Medical Facilities (self & family) • Provident Fund (PF) • Gratuity • Pension • Leave Encashment • Group Insurance • Personal Accident Insurance • Career growth within Coal India Limited
🏆 NCL Selection Process 2026
Selection is purely merit-based — no interview at any stage. CBT score alone determines the final merit list. All three stages below must be cleared:
| Stage | Details |
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| Stage 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — 100 MCQ, 90 minutes, bilingual (English & Hindi). 70 Technical + 30 Non-Technical. No Negative Marking. |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification — Shortlisted candidates produce all original certificates. Any discrepancy leads to disqualification. |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination — As per CIL’s medical standards. Final appointment subject to medical fitness. |
CBT Exam Pattern 2026
| Parameter | Details |
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| Section-A (Technical) | Diploma-level Engineering subjects — 70 Questions / 70 Marks |
| Section-B (Non-Technical) | GK, Reasoning, Aptitude, English/Hindi — 30 Questions / 30 Marks |
| Total | 100 MCQ | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | NONE — Attempt all questions |
| Language | Bilingual — English & Hindi |
| Min. Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS: 40% | OBC: 35% | SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: 30% |
📝 How to Apply for NCL Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online only at nclcil.in. No offline mode accepted. Follow these steps:
- Visit nclcil.in → Click Careers / Recruitment
- Open “Direct Recruitment of Assistant Foreman” → click Apply Online
- Complete Registration with name, mobile number, and email ID
- Fill personal details, educational qualifications, and contact info accurately
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, educational certificates & category certificate
- Pay the application fee online — Debit / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
- Review all details carefully, Submit the form, and save a printout for records
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet
- 3-year Diploma Certificate & all Semester/Year Marksheets
- Category Certificate — OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS (Central Govt. format)
- PwBD Disability Certificate (min. 40% benchmark disability, if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph & scanned signature
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — NCL Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies in NCL Recruitment 2026?
Total 270 vacancies — E&T (14), Mechanical (108), Electrical (148). Deployed across NCL mines in Singrauli (MP) and Sonbhadra (UP).
Q2. What is the NCL Assistant Foreman salary?
Basic training pay is ₹47,330.25/month (NCWA-XI) plus DA, HRA, Attendance Bonus, Transport Subsidy, Medical, PF, Gratuity, and Pension.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the NCL CBT?
No — zero negative marking. 100 MCQs, 90 minutes. Attempt all 100 questions to maximise your score.
Q4. What is the age limit for NCL 2026?
18 to 30 years as on 05 March 2026. Relaxation: OBC +3 yrs | SC/ST +5 yrs | PwBD +10 yrs | Ex-SM as per Govt. rules.
Q5. Is NCL a permanent government job?
Yes — permanent regular appointment in a Miniratna PSU under Coal India Limited / Ministry of Coal. Regularised as permanent employee after successful training completion.
Q6. Are part-time or distance Diplomas accepted?
No — strictly rejected. Only full-time, 3-year Diploma from a Government-recognised and accredited institution is eligible.