Recently, Coal India Limited released the Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 notification for 660 Management Trainee vacancies across various disciplines. The recruitment is a great opportunity for Engineering graduates and other eligible candidates who want a secure government job in a Maharatna PSU. Through the Coal India MT Recruitment 2026, selected candidates will get the opportunity to work in different subsidiaries and coalfield areas across the country.
Now, you must be curious to know more about CIL MT recruitment drive, including vacancies, eligibility criteria, important dates, salary, age limit, and the application process. But before that, let’s first understand what CIL is.
What is Coal India Limited?
Coal India Limited is a Schedule ‘A’ – MAHARATNA Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, with its corporate headquarters at Kolkata. It is the world’s largest coal producer, accounting for around 75% of India’s total coal production. It is one of the largest corporate employers of the country with a manpower of 2.12 Lakhs approximately. Coal India plays an important role in maintaining the country’s energy security and offers excellent career opportunities for young professionals through regular CIL recruitment drives.
Important Dates for Coal India MT Recruitment 2026
Candidates applying for this position should carefully check the important dates related to the online application process.
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Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
|
Opening date for Online Registration of Applications |
12th May, 2026 |
| Last date of Online Submission of Applications |
11th June, 2026 |
Coal India MT Vacancy 2026
Under the Coal India MT Recruitment 2026, Coal India has announced vacancies for multiple engineering disciplines. You can check the branch-wise vacancy details in the table below.
|
Discipline |
Fresh Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies |
Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Civil (11) |
174 | 04 | 178 |
| Electrical (12) | 221 | NIL |
221 |
|
Mechanical (13) |
145 | NIL | 145 |
| System (14) | 43 | NIL |
43 |
|
Electronics & Communication (15) |
38 | NIL | 38 |
| Industrial Engineering (17) | 4 | 07 |
11 |
Eligibility Criteria for Coal India MT Recruitment 2026
Before applying for the Coal India MT recruitment, candidates must carefully check the educational qualification and eligibility criteria for their respective discipline. The minimum qualification details are given below.
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Post Code |
Discipline |
Minimum Qualification |
|
11 |
Civil | Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
| 12 | Electrical |
Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
|
13 |
Mechanical | Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
| 14 | System |
Recognized 1st Class Degree in BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / IT or any 1st Class Degree with MCA |
|
15 |
E&T |
BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in a relevant branch of Engineering with minimum 60% marks |
Application Fee:
Here, we have mentioned the application fee for the management trainee requirement:
- Candidates belonging to GENERAL (UR) / OBC (Creamy Layer & Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS category are required to pay a Non-Refundable fee of ₹1180/-
- SC / ST / PwBD candidates / Employees of Coal India Limited and its Subsidiaries are exempted from payment of application fee.
- The application fee will be paid through online mode only. There will be no other mode for payment of the application fee. CIL will not be responsible in case a candidate deposits the fee in the wrong account.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted against any further recruitment activity under any circumstances.
Now, let’s move further and explore the Coal India MT age limit and other important details.
Upper Age Limit
The Upper Age Limit is 30 Years as on 30th April 2026 for General (UR) & EWS category candidates. Category-wise relaxation in the Upper Age Limit is mentioned below:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 Years
- SC / ST – 5 Years
- For Persons with Disabilities
- General (UR) -10 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 13 Years
- SC / ST – 15 Years
Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) category candidates is as per extant Govt. of India guidelines.
Note: The Upper Age Limit is relaxed subject to the condition that the maximum age of the applicant on the crucial date, i.e., 30-April-2026, shall not exceed 56 years. However, there will be no age bar for Employees of Coal India Limited and its subsidiaries.
Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 Notification Out PDF
Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 Notification Full Details Video
How to Apply:
Candidates who want to apply for the Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 can check the complete application process below. Here, we have mentioned the important steps and details that applicants need to follow while filling out the online application form.
The candidates shall apply through online mode available on the CIL website www.coalindia.in only under Career with CIL Jobs at Coal India section as per the qualification and eligibility criteria indicated above.
While applying online, the candidate needs to upload scanned/self-attested copies of the following Original documents.
Please note that scanned documents should be clear and legible; failing which, Candidature may be cancelled.
Final Words
So, dear aspirants, this is the right time to prepare well and complete your application process without waiting for the last date. A career at Coal India Limited can provide valuable experience, professional growth, and the opportunity to work with one of India’s leading public sector companies. Stay updated with official announcements and make sure all your documents are ready before applying online.
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