Kamal Ghorui
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has released an official notification inviting applications for Foreman and Technician posts. A total of 500 vacancies have been announced, and the application process will be conducted online.The registration process will begin on May 7, 2026, and interested candidates can apply through the official website within the given deadline.
Vacancy details
As per the notification, the recruitment includes two posts:
- Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee – 150 posts
- Technician (Electrician) Trainee – 350 posts
These vacancies are tentative and may change as per the company’s requirement.
Important dates
Candidates should keep these key dates in mind:
- Start of online application: May 7, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last date to apply: May 28, 2026 (11:50 PM)
Other dates such as admit card release and exam schedule will be announced later on the official website.
Eligibility criteria
According to the official notification, following is the required educational qualification:Assistant Foreman (Electrical):
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by All India Council for Technical Education (
AICTE ).
Technician (Electrician):
- Passed Matriculation (Class 10)
- Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Electrician trade
- Minimum one year of training or work experience
- Valid permit under Indian Electricity Rules
Age limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 30 years (as on May 28, 2026)
Age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories as per government rules.
Selection process
The selection will be done through a Computer Based Test (CBT) only. There will be:
- Objective-type questions
- No negative marking
- Two sections: General Awareness/Aptitude and Technical Knowledge
Candidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for document verification.
Application fee
- ₹1000 + GST (total ₹1180 approx.) for General, Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates
- No fee for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Ex-servicemen and female candidates
How to apply
Candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official MCL website
- Go to the Careers/Recruitment section
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the application form and upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take a printout for future reference
Applications will be accepted only in online mode.Other important points
- Candidates must ensure all details are correct before submitting the form
- Only one application per post is allowed
- The merit list will be valid for one year
- Selected candidates may be posted in any mine or project of MCL
Read the detailed notification here.Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before applying to avoid any mistakes.
