Mahanadi Coalfields MCL Recruitment 2026
Mahanadi Coalfields (MCL) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 667 Technician, Mining Sirdar and Other. Candidates with B.A, B.Tech/B.E, Diploma Can Apply Online. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official MCL website https://www.mahanadicoal.in .The online application opens on 16-03-2026, and closes on 06-04-2026
| Organization Name | Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) |
| Post Name | Jr. Overman T&S Gr-C, Mining Sirdar T&S Gr-C, Surveyor T&S Gr-B, Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III, Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C |
| No of Posts | 667 |
| Advt No | MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Statutory/2026/120 |
| Salary | Rs. 41,966.51 PM to Rs. 51,103.12 PM (Basic Pay – NCWA-XI) |
| Qualification | Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering, Valid Statutory Certificates, B.A. with Hindi & English, Diploma in Pathology – as per post |
| Age Limit | 18 years to 30 years (as on 06/04/2026) |
| Start Date for Apply | 16/03/2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Apply | 06/04/2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Official Website | mahanadicoal.in |
Vacancy Details :-
Mahanadi Coalfields MCL Recruitment 2026
| Name of Post | Basic Pay (NCWA-XI) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Jr. Overman, T&S Gr-C | Rs. 47,330.25 PM | 192 |
| Mining Sirdar T&S Gr-C | Rs. 47,330.25 PM | 448 |
| Surveyor, T&S Gr-B | Rs. 51,103.12 PM | 24 |
| Backlog Only Posts | ||
| Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III | Rs. 41,966.51 PM | 01 |
| Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C | Rs. 47,330.25 PM | 02 |
| Grand Total | 667 | |

Qualifications:-
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Jr. Overman, T&S Gr-C – Essential Qualifications:
- Diploma in Mining Engineering of 03 years duration or Degree in Mining Engineering or other equivalent qualifications approved in that behalf by the Central Government from any recognized Institute.
- Valid Overman Competency Certificate (Un-Restricted) issued by Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 for working in both Open Cast (OC) & Under Ground (UG) Mines or any other certificate in Mining which entitle to work as Overman as per Coal Mines Regulation 2017 for working in both OC & UG Mines.
- Valid First Aid Certificate.
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate.
Mining Sirdar, T&S Gr-C – Essential Qualifications:
- Senior Secondary school examination or intermediate examination (10+2) or equivalent Examination from any recognized Board of Examination OR Diploma in Mining Engineering of 03 years duration or Degree in Mining Engineering or other equivalent qualifications approved in that behalf by the Central Government from any recognized Institute.
- Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency (Un-Restricted) from DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 for working in both Open Cast (OC) & Under Ground (UG) Mines or any other certificate of Competency in Mining which entitle the applicant to work as Mining Sirdar as per Coal Mines Regulation 2017 for working in both OC & UG Mines.
- Valid First Aid Certificate.
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate.
Surveyor, T&S Gr-B – Essential Qualifications:
- Senior Secondary school examination or intermediate examination (10+2) or equivalent Examination from any recognized Board of Examination OR Diploma in Mining/Mine Surveying Engineering of 03 years duration or Degree in Mining/Mine Surveying Engineering or other equivalent qualifications approved in that behalf by the Central Government from any recognized Institute.
- Valid Survey Certificate of Competency (Un-Restricted) granted by Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) as per Coal Mines Regulation 2017 for working in both Open Cast (OC) & Under Ground (UG) Mines.
Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III – Essential Qualifications:
- B.A. or equivalent with Hindi & English.
- Govt. Diploma Holder in Hindi Translation preferred.
Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C – Essential Qualifications:
- Diploma in Pathology from an Institute recognized by the Government.
Salary/Stipend
- Jr. Overman T&S Gr-C:Â Basic Pay Rs. 47,330.25 per month (NCWA-XI). Besides basic pay, the post carries other allowances and fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules/National Coal Wage Agreement-XI.
- Mining Sirdar T&S Gr-C:Â Basic Pay Rs. 47,330.25 per month (NCWA-XI). Besides basic pay, the post carries other allowances and fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules/National Coal Wage Agreement-XI.
- Surveyor T&S Gr-B:Â Basic Pay Rs. 51,103.12 per month (NCWA-XI). Besides basic pay, the post carries other allowances and fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules/National Coal Wage Agreement-XI.
- Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III:Â Basic Pay Rs. 41,966.51 per month (NCWA-XI). Besides basic pay, the post carries other allowances and fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules/National Coal Wage Agreement-XI.
- Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C:Â Basic Pay Rs. 47,330.25 per month (NCWA-XI). Besides basic pay, the post carries other allowances and fringe benefits as per Company’s Rules/National Coal Wage Agreement-XI.
 Age Limit
- Minimum Age:Â 18 years as on 06/04/2026.
- Maximum Age:Â 30 years as on 06/04/2026 for General (UR) & EWS category candidates.
- The Cut-Off date for determining Age Limit Criteria will be the last date of receipt of application i.e. 06/Apr/2026.
- The Actual upper Age Limit of the applicant (except Departmental candidates) on the crucial date i.e. 06/Apr/2026 shall not exceed 56 years.
- There will be no age bar for Departmental candidates i.e. any employee of CIL & its subsidiary companies having the requisite qualification.
- Age Relaxation:
- UR / EWS: No relaxation
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Central List: 03 years
- SC / ST: 05 years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Actual period of service rendered in defence services + 3 years
- Departmental Candidates (all employees of CIL & its subsidiary companies): No upper age limit
- Persons with Disabilities (Only for Translator OL and Technician Pathology): By 10 years for General (UR) candidate, By 13 years for OBC-NCL candidate, By 15 years for SC/ST candidates
Application Fee
- General (UR) / OBC (Creamy Layer & Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS candidates: Rs. 1,000/- plus applicable GST – Rs. 180/- totalling Rs. 1,180/- (Non-Refundable).
- Exempted Categories:Â SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Female candidates / Employees of Coal India Limited and its Subsidiaries are exempted from payment of application fee.
- Application fee can be paid through online mode only i.e. Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking etc. There will be no other mode of payment of application fee.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates are therefore advised to verify their eligibility conditions before applying.
Important Dates
Mahanadi Coalfields MCL Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Advertisement Date | 21/02/2026 |
| Starting Date of Online Application & Payment Gateway | 16/03/2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date of Submission of Online Application | 06/04/2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility | 06/04/2026 |
| Tentative Date of Downloading Admit Card for Eligible Candidates | Will be notified in the website |
| Tentative Date of Computer Based Test (CBT) | Will be notified in the website |
| Tentative Date of Declaration of Results | Will be notified in the website |
Mahanadi Coalfields MCL Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online:Â Click here
- Official Notification PDF:Â Click here
- Official Website:Â Click here