Important Notice: Coal India Limited (CIL) has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for recruitment of 660 Management Trainee (MT) posts across nine engineering and non-engineering disciplines. Online applications open from 12 May 2026.
Overview
| Organization | Coal India Limited (CIL) – A Maharatna PSU |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Job Level | Executive Cadre (E-2 Grade) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.coalindia.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Released | 06 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 June 2026 |
| Written Examination (CBT) | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Vacancy Details – Trade Wise
| Discipline / Trade | Vacancies |
|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 221 |
| Civil Engineering | 178 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 145 |
| Systems (IT / Computer Science) | 43 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 38 |
| Geology | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 |
| Rajbhasha Hindi | 5 |
| Company Secretary | 4 |
| Total | 660 |
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|
| General / EWS | 30 Years (as on 30 April 2026) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 Years (+3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 35 Years (+5 years relaxation) |
| PH / Divyang | As per Government of India norms |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India norms |
Educational Qualification
- Engineering Disciplines (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / E&C / Systems / Industrial): Full-time BE / B.Tech / B.Sc (Engineering) in the relevant discipline from a recognized university
- Marks Requirement: Minimum 60% for General / OBC / EWS; minimum 55% for SC / ST candidates
- Geology: Full-time M.Sc. in Geology / Applied Geology with minimum 60% (55% for SC/ST)
- Rajbhasha Hindi: Master's degree in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level (60% / 55%)
- Company Secretary: ACS / FCS membership from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
Pay Scale & Benefits
| Detail | Value |
|---|
| Pay Scale (E-2 Grade) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 per month (IDA Pay Scale) |
| Entry Level Basic Pay | ₹50,000 / month |
| Training Period | 1 Year as Management Trainee |
| Perquisites | HRA, Medical, LTC, PF, Gratuity, Performance Pay as per CIL norms |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,180 (inclusive of GST) |
| SC / ST / PH (Divyang) | NIL – Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / E-Challan (offline) |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective-type written exam covering domain knowledge and general aptitude
- Group Discussion / Personal Interview: For candidates shortlisted based on CBT merit
- Medical Examination: Final candidates must pass a fitness test as per CIL medical standards
- Document Verification: Original certificates verified at the time of joining
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://www.coalindia.in from 12 May 2026
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Careers section and locate the MT 2026 advertisement
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in academic, personal, and professional details accurately
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format and size
- Pay the application fee online or via e-challan before 11 June 2026
- Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt for your records
Required Documents
- Class 10 certificate (for age proof)
- Engineering degree / M.Sc / ACS certificate and all semester marksheets
- Caste certificate – OBC / SC / ST (issued by competent authority)
- EWS income and asset certificate (if applicable)
- PH / disability certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Valid government-issued ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
Pro Tip: Focus your preparation on core domain-specific subjects for your engineering discipline. For Systems (IT) post, strengthen fundamentals of data structures, algorithms, DBMS, and networking. Since CIL is a Maharatna PSU, competition is intense — targeting 75%+ in CBT significantly improves your shortlisting chances for Group Discussion.
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