Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has published the Recruitment 2026 notice on 21 February 2026. Total posts are 667. This recruitment includes jobs like Junior Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor, Translator and Technician. MCL is under Coal India Limited, which comes under Government of India. Application will be accepted only in online mode. The form link will open from 16 March 2026 and candidates can submit the form till 06 April 2026 (11:50 PM) on mahanadicoal.in. Candidates should fill the form carefully because wrong or incomplete forms can be rejected.
MCL Recruitment 2026
The MCL Recruitment 2026 PDF is available on the official website mahanadicoal.in. Candidates can download it and check the detailed advertisement before applying. Candidates should apply only from the official MCL website and submit the form before 06 April 2026 (11:50 PM). They should also check DGMS certificates carefully because these are compulsory for mining posts. Since selection is through CBT only, prepare general awareness and technical topics properly and keep all documents ready for verification after CBT.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) |
| Parent Organisation | Coal India Limited |
| Total Vacancies | 667 |
| Notification Release Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 06 April 2026 (Up to 11:50 PM) |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | https://www.mahanadicoal.in |
Vacancies (Post-wise + Category-wise)
MCL has given the main vacancy table for three posts and also a separate backlog list.
Main Vacancy
| Post | Total | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Overman | 192 | 77 | 18 | 29 | 46 | 22 |
| Mining Sirdar | 448 | 176 | 43 | 77 | 88 | 64 |
| Surveyor | 24 | 10 | — | 8 | 1 | 14 |
| Total | 664 | 263 | 61 | 114 | 135 | 100 |
Backlog Vacancies
| Post | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Translator (Tr.) OL, Clerical Gr. III | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C | 1 | 1 | — | 2 |
MCL Eligibility Criteria 2026
Age Rule (As on 06 April 2026)
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 30 years (General/EWS)
- Age cut-off date: 06 April 2026
- Special note given: except departmental candidates, age should not be more than 56 years on 06 April 2026.
Age Relaxation List
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | No extra years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | service period + 3 years |
| Departmental (CIL & Subsidiaries) | no upper age limit |
| PwD (UR) – only Translator OL & Technician | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) – only Translator OL & Technician | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) – only Translator OL & Technician | 15 years |
Qualification Needed Post-wise
Candidates must have the qualification and DGMS certificates as per post.
Junior Overman
- Diploma (3 years) or Degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent approved by Central Govt)
- Overman Competency Certificate (Un-Restricted) from DGMS for OC & UG mines
- First Aid + Gas Testing Certificate
Mining Sirdar
- 10+2 or equivalent OR Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering
- Mining Sirdarship Certificate (Un-Restricted) from DGMS for OC & UG mines
- First Aid + Gas Testing Certificate
Surveyor
- 10+2 or equivalent OR Diploma/Degree in Mining/Mine Surveying Engineering
- Survey Certificate of Competency (Un-Restricted) from DGMS for OC & UG mines
Translator
- B.A. or equivalent with Hindi & English
- Govt Diploma in Hindi Translation is preferred
Technician (Pathology)
- Diploma in Pathology from Govt recognised institute
Application Fee
Fee is paid online and it is not returned after payment.
| Category | Total Amount |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹1180 (₹1000 + ₹180 GST) |
| OBC (Creamy Layer & Non-Creamy Layer) | ₹1180 |
| EWS | ₹1180 |
| SC | ₹0 |
| ST | ₹0 |
| PwBD | ₹0 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹0 |
| Female | ₹0 |
| Coal India & Subsidiaries employees | ₹0 |
Payment method: Debit card / credit card / net banking
How to Apply Online for MCL Application Form 2026?
- Open mahanadicoal.in
- Go to Careers → Recruitment
- Keep mobile number, email ID and details ready
- Scan required papers (10th, diploma/degree, caste certificate if needed, competency certificates)
- Keep photo and signature in JPG/JPEG
- Read instructions and accept (I Agree)
- Register and get application sequence number, user ID and password
- Login and fill full form
- Upload documents
- Preview and submit
- Pay fee if your category needs payment
- Download and print the final form
Selection Process
Selection is only by Computer Based Test.
- No interview
- MCQ objective questions
- No negative marking
- Paper comes in English and Hindi
- Two sections: A and B
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Marks Needed |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 45% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
| OBC (NCL) | 35% |
CBT Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness & Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Section B | Technical Knowledge | 80 | 80 |
| Total | — | 100 | 100 |
Salary
| Post | Basic Pay Per Month |
|---|---|
| Junior Overman | ₹47,330.25 |
| Mining Sirdar | ₹47,330.25 |
| Surveyor | ₹51,103.12 |
| Translator (OL) | ₹41,966.51 |
| Technician (Pathology) | ₹47,330.25 |
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for MCL Recruitment 2026?
The online application window is 16 March 2026 to 06 April 2026, and the form closes on 06 April 2026 at 11:50 PM.
What is the selection process for MCL Junior Overman, Mining Sirdar and other posts?
Selection is through Computer Based Test (CBT) only. No interview is conducted. After CBT, MCL checks eligibility documents during verification.
What is the application fee for MCL Recruitment 2026?
For UR/OBC/EWS, the total fee is ₹1180 (₹1000 + ₹180 GST). For SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female/Coal India & Subsidiaries employees, the fee is ₹0.