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Coal India Limited has released the SECL Recruitment 2026 for 1055 Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor (Mining), and Assistant Foreman (Electrical) posts. The application process started on 15 April 2026 (10 AM) on its official portal, and candidates can apply online till 14 May 2026. Interested candidates should read this article for complete details on how to apply, the eligibility criteria, and other important information.
SECL Recruitment 2026 Notification
The official notification of Coal India SECL Recruitment 2026 is available on the official website. All the important details are given in the official notification. Interested candidates should read the complete notification for important details, including the application deadline, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more. Candidates can download the Notification PDF through the direct link given below.
SECL Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF- Click Here
SECL Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Coal India SECL Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights | |
| Organization | South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) |
| Post Name | Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor & Assistant Foreman(Electrical) |
| Advt. No. | SECL/HR/MP/Recruitment/2026/166 |
| Notification Release | 08 April 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1055 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Selection Process | CBT + Document Verification |
| Official Website | www.secl-cil.in |
| Age Limit | 18 Years – 30 Years |
| Salary Structure | Rs. 47,330.25/- |
SECL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
The important dates for Coal India SECL Recruitment 2026 are given in the table below. Candidates can check the application dates, the notification release date, and other important dates here:
| Events | Date |
| Notification Release Date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts: | 15 April 2026 (10 AM) |
| Last Date To Apply Online: | 14 May 2026 (11:59) |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card |
To Be Announced |
| Result Date | To Be Announced |
SECL Vacancy Details 2026
There are a total of 1055 vacancies released for the Coal India Recruitment. Candidates can see the discipline-wise & category-wise vacancy distribution in the table below.
| Post Name | SC (19%) | ST (14%) | OBC (NCL) (17%) | EWS (10%) | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar T&S Grade-C | 110 | 86 | 98 | 58 | 225 | 577 |
| Dy. Surveyor T&S Grade-C (Mining) | 8 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 43 |
| Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Grade-C | 83 | 61 | 74 | 43 | 174 | 435 |
| Total Posts | 201 | 153 | 179 | 105 | 417 | 1055 |
SECL Mining Sirdar Vacancy 2026
There is a total of 577 posts available for the Mining Sardar vacancy in SECL Recruitment 2026. The detailed category-wise Vacancy distribution is given below:
| Name of Posts | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Mining Sirdar | 225 | 58 | 98 | 110 | 86 | 577 |
SECL Deputy Surveyor Vacancy Details
There are a total of 43 Deputy Surveyor Vacancies available in the Coal India SECL Recruitment. The detailed vacancy is given in the table below:
| Name of Posts | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Deputy Surveyor | 18 | 04 | 07 | 08 | 06 | 43 |
SECL Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Vacancy 2026
There is a total of 435 Assistant Foreman (Electrical) vacancies in the SECL Recruitment. The detailed category-wise vacancy is given in the table below:
| Name of Posts | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Assistant Foreman | 174 | 43 | 74 | 83 | 61 | 435 |
Important Note (PwBD Reservation)
- A total of 17 vacancies are reserved (horizontal) for PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates.
- PwBD reservation is applicable only for Assistant Foreman (Electrical) posts.
- No PwBD reservation is available for Mining Sirdar and Dy. Surveyor posts.
SECL Eligibility Criteria 2026
It is important to meet the eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification to apply successfully. We have outlined the required eligibility below:
SECL Educational Qualification 2026
The educational qualifications for the Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor & Assistant Foreman posts are listed in the table below.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Mining Sirdar |
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| Deputy Surveyor |
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| Assistant Foreman (Electrical) |
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Important Notes:
- Distance learning / part-time qualifications will NOT be accepted.
- All qualifications must be from recognized institutions.
SECL Age Limit 2026 (As on 08 April 2026)
The age limit for the Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor & Assistant Foreman posts is in the table below.
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation
The Coal India SECL Age relaxation differs for every category according to the Government rules, which are given in the table below:
| Name of Category | Age Limit |
| UR/EWS | No relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) |
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| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) |
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| Departmental Candidates | No upper age Limit |
SECL Apply Online Form 2026
The application process for the SECL Recruitment 2026 has started on the official website. Candidate can complete their registration before 14 May 2026 on the official website. Candidates need to submit all the supporting documents, including Age Proof, Educational Qualifications, Category Certificate, and Aadhar. A direct link to access the online form has been provided here for the ease of candidates.
SECL Recruitment Apply Online Link
Documents Required for SECL Recruitment 2026
- HSC/SSC/Diploma/Degree Certificate
- Marksheet (All Years)
- Age Proof (10th Certificate)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- ID Proof (Aadhar, PAN, Driving License, etc.)
- Passport Size Photograph
- No Objection Certificate
SECL Application Fees Details
Candidates can check the detailed application fees for SECL Recruitment 2026 for Mining Sirdar, Deputy Surveyor & Assistant Foreman posts.
| Name of Categories | Application Fees |
| UR/OBC/EWS | Rs. 1,000 + GST Rs. 180= Rs. 1,180/- (Total) |
| SC/ST/ESM/PwBD/Departmental/Female Candidates | Nil |
SECL Selection Process 2026
The selection process for the SECL will consist of two distinct phases. Candidates must successfully clear both rounds to be considered eligible for the position. Candidates must successfully pass a selection process to be eligible for the various positions. The SECL selection procedure includes:
- Computer-Based Test
- Document Verification
There will be no interview in the selection process of SECL Recruitment 2026
SECL Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Name of Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Negative Marks |
| General Awareness, Aptitude, and General Knowledge of CIL/SECL | 20 | 20 | No Negative Marks |
| Technical Knowledge | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
SECL Mining Sirdar Syllabus 2026 – Click Here
SECL Assistant Foreman Syllabus 2026 – Click Here
SECL Exam 2026 Qualifying Marks
| Name of Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| UR/EWS | 45 Marks |
| OBC/ESM | 40 Marks |
| SC/ST | 35 Marks |
SECL Exam Center Criteria
The Computer-Based Test will be conducted in the test cities mentioned in the online application form. Candidates can choose three preferred test cities while applying, but these choices cannot be changed after submission. SECL also has the full right to allot any test city or change the city selected by the candidate. Additionally, SECL may add or remove test cities from the list depending on the number of applicants.
SECL Salary Structure 2026
The SECL Salary details for the various positions are given below. In addition to the basic salary, selected candidates will receive a Dearness Allowance, perks, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits such as Provident Fund (CPF), Gratuity, Social Security Schemes, and medical benefits, according to SECL rules.
| Perticulers | Salary Amount |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 47,330.25/- Per Month. |
Additional Benefits:
- Medical facilities
- Pension benefits
- Job security in the PSU sector
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