Post Date: 15 June 2026
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026
Coal India Limited (CIL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has officially released the Management Trainee (MT) Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. 03/2026. Through this recruitment drive, CIL aims to fill 660 Management Trainee vacancies across various engineering and non-engineering disciplines.
The online application process started on 12 May 2026 and has now been extended until 21 June 2026 (6:00 PM). Candidates possessing the required educational qualifications such as Engineering Degree, M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, MA (Hindi), or Company Secretary qualification can apply online through the official Coal India website.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates and professionals looking to build a career in one of India’s largest public sector companies.
Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Vacancies | 660 Posts |
| Grade | E-1 Grade |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Pay Scale | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Official Website | coalindia.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 05 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 21 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Official Notification Download | Coal India Official Notification pdf |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Coal India MT Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 660 vacancies have been announced across nine disciplines.
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| Civil Engineering | 178 |
| Electrical Engineering | 221 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 145 |
| System (IT/Computer Science) | 43 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 38 |
| Geology | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 05 |
| Company Secretary | 04 |
| Total | 660 |
64 vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates on a horizontal basis.
Educational Qualification
Civil Engineering
- Full-time Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks.
Electrical Engineering
- Full-time Degree in Electrical Engineering with minimum 60% marks.
Mechanical Engineering
- Full-time Degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 60% marks.
System (IT)
- BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering in Computer Science/IT OR
- Any Graduation Degree with MCA.
Electronics & Telecommunication
- BE/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, or related branches with minimum 60% marks.
Geology
- M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, or Applied Geophysics with minimum 60% marks.
Industrial Engineering
- Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent with minimum 60% marks.
Rajbhasha (Hindi)
- MA in Hindi with minimum 60% marks and Graduation with Hindi & English as main subjects.
Company Secretary
- Graduate in any discipline with Associate/Fellow Membership of ICSI.
Relaxation in Marks
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: Minimum 55% Marks.
Age Limit (As on 30 April 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
| General / EWS | 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD (General) | 40 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 43 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 45 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,180 (Including GST) |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| CIL Employees | Nil |
Payment can be made through online mode only.
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be appointed as Management Trainees in E-1 Grade.
Pay Scale
₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical Benefits
- Performance Related Pay (PRP)
- Other PSU Perks and Allowances
Candidates will undergo one year of training-cum-probation before confirmation.
Selection Process
Selection will be based entirely on a Computer Based Online Test (CBT).
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Paper-I | General Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability & English | 100 | 100 |
| Paper-II | Professional Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
Key Highlights
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 3 Hours
- No Interview
- No Negative Marking
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks in Each Paper |
| UR / EWS | 40 Marks |
| OBC (NCL) | 35 Marks |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 30 Marks |
Coal India Management Trainee (MT) Recruitment 2026: Discipline-wise Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for Coal India Limited (CIL) Management Trainee Recruitment 2026 must possess the required educational qualification in the relevant discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Check the detailed eligibility below:
| Post Code | Discipline | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Civil | Full-time BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks. Candidates with Civil Engineering combined branches are also eligible if “Civil Engineering” is mentioned in the course title. |
| 12 | Electrical | Full-time BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering Degree in Electrical Engineering with minimum 60% marks. Electronics & Electrical Engineering candidates are also eligible. |
| 13 | Mechanical | Full-time BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mining Machinery with minimum 60% marks. |
| 14 | System (IT) | First Class BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, OR any Graduation degree with MCA. |
| 15 | Electronics & Telecommunication (E&T) | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering Degree in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Instrumentation, or Instrumentation & Control Engineering with minimum 60% marks. |
| 16 | Geology | M.Sc. / M.Tech. in Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics, or Applied Geophysics with minimum 60% marks. |
| 17 | Industrial Engineering | BE/B.Tech Degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Management, Production & Industrial Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Operations Research with minimum 60% marks. |
| 18 | Rajbhasha (Hindi) | MA in Hindi with minimum 60% marks and Graduation with Hindi & English as main subjects securing minimum 50% marks. |
| 19 | Company Secretary (CS) | Graduation in any discipline along with Associate/Fellow Membership of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). Preference will be given to candidates having experience in a listed company. |
Minimum Marks Required
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR), OBC (NCL), EWS | 60% Marks |
| SC, ST, PwBD | 55% Marks (5% Relaxation) |
Important Notes
- Only full-time regular courses from recognized universities/institutes are accepted.
- Final-year students of the academic session 2025-26 can also apply if their final result is expected before 31 August 2026.
- Percentage rounding is not allowed. For example, 59.99% will not be considered as 60%.
- Candidates must possess all eligibility qualifications on or before the prescribed cutoff date mentioned in the notification.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 Certificate
- Degree Certificates & Mark Sheets
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- NOC (for Government Employees)
- ICSI Certificate (for Company Secretary Post)
How to Apply Online for Coal India MT Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Coal India website.
- Open the Career with CIL section.
- Click on Jobs at Coal India.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Why You Should Apply?
- Maharatna PSU Job
- Attractive Salary Package
- No Interview Process
- Job Security
- Career Growth Opportunities
- PAN India Posting
- Professional Work Environment
Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Coal India MT Recruitment 2026?
A total of 660 Management Trainee vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the application form is 21 June 2026 (Extended).
Q3. What is the age limit for Coal India MT 2026?
The upper age limit is 30 years for General/EWS candidates as on 30 April 2026.
Q4. Is there any interview in the selection process?
No. Selection will be based solely on the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Q5. What is the salary of a Coal India Management Trainee?
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 along with various allowances and benefits.
Q6. Can final-year students apply?
Yes. Candidates whose final results are expected by 31 August 2026 are eligible to apply.