Coal India Limited has officially released the Management Trainee (MT) Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. 03/2026. The recruitment drive offers 660 vacancies across multiple engineering and non-engineering disciplines through a Computer Based Test (CBT).
This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates, MCA candidates, geology postgraduates, Hindi professionals, and Company Secretary aspirants who want to work in one of India’s largest Maharatna Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Job Type | Central Government PSU Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Salary | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Official Website | https://www.coalindia.in |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 May 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced via Admit Card |
Coal India MT 2026 Vacancy Details
Coal India has announced vacancies in various disciplines including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, System, Electronics & Telecommunication, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Rajbhasha (Hindi), and Company Secretary.
| Discipline | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil | 178 |
| Electrical | 221 |
| Mechanical | 145 |
| System | 43 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 38 |
| Geology | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 5 |
| Company Secretary | 4 |
| Total | 660 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required qualification from a recognized university/institute. Most engineering disciplines require a minimum of 60% marks. SC/ST/PwBD candidates receive a relaxation up to 55% marks.
Discipline-wise Qualification
Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Industrial Engineering
- Degree in relevant Engineering branch with minimum 60% marks.
System
- BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering in Computer Science / IT / Computer Engineering
OR - First Class Degree with MCA.
Electronics & Telecommunication
- BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks.
Geology
- M.Sc/M.Tech in Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, or Applied Geophysics with minimum 60% marks.
Rajbhasha (Hindi)
- MA in Hindi with minimum 60% marks and Graduation with Hindi and English as main subjects.
Company Secretary
- Graduate in any discipline with Associate/Fellow Membership of ICSI.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is:
- 30 years for General/EWS candidates as on 30 April 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | Up to 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
Selection Process
The selection process will be based only on a Computer Based Online Test (CBT). No interview will be conducted.
CBT Exam Pattern
The exam duration will be 3 hours and consists of two papers:
Paper-I
- General Knowledge
- Reasoning
- Numerical Ability
- General English
Paper-II
- Professional Knowledge (Discipline Related)
Marking Scheme
- 100 MCQs in each paper
- 1 mark for each correct answer
- No negative marking
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks in Each Paper |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 Marks |
| OBC (NCL) | 35 Marks |
| SC / ST / PwD | 30 Marks |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1180 (Including GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / CIL Employees | Exempted |
The fee must be paid through online mode only.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be appointed as Management Trainees in E-1 Grade with pay scale:
Salary Structure
- ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹60,000 per month
Additional benefits include:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- HRA
- Medical Facilities
- CMPF
- Pension Benefits
- Performance Related Pay (PRP)
Service Bond
Selected candidates must serve Coal India for a minimum of 60 months. A service agreement bond of ₹3 lakh will be applicable.
Documents Required
Candidates need to upload scanned copies of:
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Mark sheets
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate
- PwBD certificate
- NOC (for Government employees)
- Experience certificate (for CS discipline)
How to Apply Online
Candidates can apply online through the official Coal India website:
- Visit the official website.
- Go to “Career with CIL”.
- Open “Jobs at Coal India”.
- Register using valid email and mobile number.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay application fee.
- Submit and print the application form.
Why This Recruitment is Important
Coal India Limited is one of the largest employers in India and contributes around 75% of the country’s coal production. This recruitment provides:
- PSU career stability
- High salary package
- Government job security
- Career growth opportunities
- Technical and managerial exposure
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