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Coal India Limited (CIL) has released the Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 on the official website at www.coalindia.in. There are 936 Management Trainee vacancies available for different roles. The application process will start from 08 May 2026, and candidates can apply till 07 June 2026 (06 PM) for advertisement no. 01/2026, and candidates will apply from 12 May 2026 and apply online till 11 June 2026 (06 PM) for advertisement no. 03/2026. Those interested should read this article for complete information on the application process, eligibility criteria, and other important details.
Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 Notification
The official notification for the Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 is available on its official website at www.coalindia.in. The notification, released on 5th May 2026, includes all the key details such as application dates, vacancy details, required educational qualifications, and age criteria. Interested candidates are advised to go through the complete Coal India MT Notification 2026 PDF to get full information about the process.
Coal India MT Notification 2026 PDF (01/2026)
Coal India MT Notification 2026 PDF (03/2026)
CIL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Candidates can review the key details of the Coal India Recruitment 2026 in the overview table below.
| Events | Important Dates (01/2026) | Important Dates (03/2026) |
| Notification Release Date | 05 May 2026 | 05 May 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 08 May 2026 (10 AM) | 12 May 2026 (10 AM) |
| Apply Online End | 07 June 2026 (06 PM) | 11 June 2026 (06 PM) |
| Age Calculated As On | 30 April 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
Coal India MT Vacancy Details 2026
Coal India Recruitment has a total of (276+660) 936 Posts in various trades. The detailed discipline-wise & Category-wise vacancy table is given below.
| Discipline | Post Code | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | Total Vacancies | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advt No. 01/2026 ( Through GATE ) | ||||||||
| Mining Engineering (MN) | 10 | 114 | 27 | 41 | 20 | 74 | 276 | — |
| Advt No. 03/2026 ( Through CBT ) | ||||||||
| Civil Engineering | 11 | 72 | 17 | 26 | 13 | 46 | 178 | 15 |
| Electrical Engineering | 12 | 91 | 22 | 33 | 16 | 59 | 221 | 16 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 13 | 61 | 14 | 21 | 10 | 39 | 145 | 7 |
| Systems (IT/CS) | 14 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 43 | 19 |
| Electronics & Telecom | 15 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 38 | 5 |
| Geology | 16 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0 |
| Industrial Engineering | 17 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 11 | 0 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 18 | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Company Secretary | 19 | 3 | — | 1 | — | — | 4 | 1 |
Coal India MT Eligibility Criteria 2026
We have provided a detailed breakdown of the Coal India eligibility criteria in the table below. Please review it carefully to confirm your eligibility before proceeding with the application.
| Post Code | Discipline | Minimum Qualification | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advt No. 01/2026 ( Through GATE ) | |||
| 10 | Mining | Degree in Mining Engineering — min. 60% marks | 30 Years |
| Advt No. 03/2026 ( Through CBT ) | |||
| 11 | Civil | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Civil Engineering | |
| 12 | Electrical | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Electrical Engineering | |
| 13 | Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering | |
| 14 | Systems | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/I.T/MCA Engineering | |
| 15 | Electronics & Telecommunication | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering | |
| 16 | Geology | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Geology or Applied Geology or Geophysics or Applied Geophysics Engineering | |
| 17 | Industrial Engineering | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.)/MCA/M.Sc/M.Tech in Industrial Engineering | |
| 18 | Rajbhasha (Hindi) | MA in Hindi and Graduation with Hindi and English as main subjects | |
| 19 | Company Secretary | Graduated in any discipline | |
Note:
GATE Route (Advt. 01/2026): Only the GATE 2025 score is valid. Candidates with GATE 2024 or GATE 2026 scores are not eligible.
CBT Route (Advt. 03/2026): Final-year students of the 2025–26 academic session can apply, provided they obtain their results by 31 August 2026.
CIL Management Trainee Age Relaxation
| Name of Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR)/EWS | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years (max 33 years) |
| SC / ST | 5 years (max 35 years) |
| J&K Domicile Candidates (domicile during 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 5 years (as per Govt. of India guidelines) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | As per extant Govt. of India guidelines (maximum age not to exceed 56 years) |
| Departmental Candidates of CIL / Subsidiary Companies | No upper age limit applicable |
CIL MT Online Application Form 2026
Coal India Limited will start the online application process from 08 May 2026, and candidates can apply till 07 June 2026 (06 PM) for advertisement no. 01/2026, and candidates will apply from 12 May 2026 and apply online till 11 June 2026 (06 PM) for advertisement no. 03/2026 for Coal India Management Trainee Recruitment 2026 on its official website. Candidates must complete the application form by attaching all required details and relevant documents, including proof of age, educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar cards. To make it easier, a direct link to the application form will be provided.
Candidates who have any queries about Coal India MT Recruitment 2026, share them with us.
CIL MT Exam Test City Preferences: Candidates can select up to 3 exam cities, while the Exam Authority may change or allot other cities based on availability. Once the application form is submitted, candidates will not be able to change their city preference.
Coal India Management Trainee Application Fees 2026
| Name of Category | Application Amount |
| Gen/ OBC/ EWS | Rs. 1,000/- + GST Rs. 180/- = Rs. 1,180/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | Nil |
CIL Management Trainee Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Coal India will consist of various distinct phases. Candidates must successfully clear all rounds to be considered eligible for the position. Candidates must successfully pass a selection process to be eligible for the Management Trainee positions. The Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 selection procedure includes:
Selection Process for Advertisement No. 01/2026
- Shortlisting
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
Selection Process for Advertisement No. 03/2026
- Computer-Based Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
CIL Management Trainee Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern for the posts of Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Electronics & Telecommunication, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Rajbhasha (Hindi), & Company Secretary (Advertisement No. 03/2026) is given here. Candidates can check the detailed exam pattern for the CIL recruitment 2026 in the table below:
| Parameter | Paper I | Paper II | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | General Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, & English | Professional / Discipline Knowledge | — |
| Questions | 100 MCQs | 100 MCQs | 200 MCQs |
| Max Marks | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Duration | — | — | 3 Hours |
| Negative Marking | No | No | None |
| Language | Bilingual (English & Hindi) | Bilingual | English version final |
Important Note:
- Candidates must qualify each paper separately (Paper I & Paper II).
- There is no negative marking & exam will be conducted in one sitting of 3 hours.
- The question paper will be bilingual (English & Hindi), but in case of any discrepancy case English version will be final.
Qualifying Marks for Coal India MT Exam 2026
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 marks in each paper |
| OBC-NCL | 35 marks in each paper |
| SC / ST / PwD | 30 marks in each paper |
Coal India MT Salary Structure 2026
The CIL MT Salary Structure 2026 includes more than just the basic pay. Employees also receive Dearness Allowance, various other allowances and perks, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension, Leave Encashment, Group Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, and medical facilities for themselves and their families.
| Particulers | Salary Amount |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 1,80,800/- |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 60,000/- |
| Grade | E1 |
| During the Training Period Basic | Rs. 60,000/- |
| Service Bond | 3 Lakhs |
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