Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) , a subsidiary
of Coal India Limited (CIL) and a leading public sector undertaking (PSU), has
officially released a notification for the recruitment of various technical and
non-technical posts. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking permanent
Central Government jobs in Odisha.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online for
a total of 667 vacancies. The online application window opened
on March 16, 2026, and will close on April 6, 2026.
MCL Recruitment 2026: Overview
Here is a quick overview of the recruitment drive for
aspiring candidates:
|
Organization |
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) |
|
Advt. No. |
MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Statutory/2026/120 |
|
Post Names |
Jr. Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor, Translator,
Technician (Pathology) |
|
Total Vacancies |
667 |
|
Qualification |
Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering, Valid Statutory
Certificates, B.A. with Hindi & English, Diploma in Pathology |
|
Age Limit |
18 to 30 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Apply Start Date |
16th March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
|
Apply Last Date |
6th April 2026 (11:50 PM) |
|
Job Type |
Permanent |
|
Official Website |
Vacancy Details for MCL Recruitment 2026
A total of 667 vacancies have been
announced under this recruitment drive. Here is the post-wise breakdown:
|
Post Name |
Basic Pay (NCWA-XI) |
Total Vacancies |
|
Jr. Overman (T&S Gr-C) |
Rs. 47,330.25 PM |
192 |
|
Mining Sirdar (T&S Gr-C) |
Rs. 47,330.25 PM |
448 |
|
Surveyor (T&S Gr-B) |
Rs. 51,103.12 PM |
24 |
|
Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III |
Rs. 41,966.51 PM |
01 |
|
Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C |
Rs. 47,330.25 PM |
02 |
|
Total |
667 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the specific educational qualifications
and statutory requirements for the post they are applying for.
Educational Qualification & Statutory Certificates
|
Post |
Qualification Required |
|
Jr. Overman (T&S Gr-C) |
Diploma (3 years) or Degree in Mining Engineering. Valid
Overman Competency Certificate (Unrestricted) from DGMS for both OC
& UG Mines. Valid First Aid & Gas Testing Certificates. |
|
Mining Sirdar (T&S Gr-C) |
Senior Secondary (10+2) OR Diploma/Degree in Mining
Engineering. Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate (Unrestricted) from
DGMS for both OC & UG Mines. Valid First Aid & Gas Testing
Certificates. |
|
Surveyor (T&S Gr-B) |
Senior Secondary (10+2) OR Diploma/Degree in Mining/Mine
Surveying Engineering. Valid Survey Certificate of Competency
(Unrestricted) from DGMS for both OC & UG Mines. |
|
Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III |
B.A. or equivalent with Hindi & English as
subjects. Government Diploma holder in Hindi Translation is preferred. |
|
Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C |
Diploma in Pathology from a
Government-recognized Institute. |
Age Limit (as on 06/04/2026)
|
Criteria |
Details |
|
Minimum Age |
18 Years |
|
Maximum Age (General/EWS) |
30 Years |
Age Relaxation:
|
Category |
Relaxation |
|
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 Years |
|
SC / ST |
5 Years |
|
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) |
Actual service period + 3 Years |
|
Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) – for Translator &
Technician posts |
UR: 10 Years / OBC: 13 Years / SC/ST: 15 Years |
|
Departmental Candidates (CIL & Subsidiaries) |
No Upper Age Limit |
Note: The upper age limit for all candidates
(except departmental candidates) shall not exceed 56 years as
on 06/04/2026.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a competitive monthly
salary as per the NCWA-XI wage agreement, along with other
allowances and fringe benefits as per Company rules:
|
Post |
Basic Pay (NCWA-XI) |
|
Jr. Overman (T&S Gr-C) |
Rs. 47,330.25 PM |
|
Mining Sirdar (T&S Gr-C) |
Rs. 47,330.25 PM |
|
Surveyor (T&S Gr-B) |
Rs. 51,103.12 PM |
|
Translator (Tr.) OL Clerical Gr. III |
Rs. 41,966.51 PM |
|
Technician (Pathology) Tr. T&S Gr-C |
Rs. 47,330.25 PM |
Application Fee
|
Category |
Application Fee (Including GST) |
|
General / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000 + 180 GST) |
|
SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Female / CIL & Subsidiaries
Employees |
Exempted (Free) |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card /
Net Banking). Fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates
|
Event |
Date |
|
Notification Release Date |
21st February 2026 |
|
Online Application Start Date |
16th March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
|
Online Application Last Date |
6th April 2026 (11:50 PM) |
|
Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility |
6th April 2026 |
|
Tentative CBT Exam Date |
To be notified |
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a Computer Based Test
(CBT) only. No personal interview will be conducted.
CBT Exam Pattern
|
Section |
Subject |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
|
Section A |
General Awareness / Aptitude |
20 |
20 |
|
Section B |
Technical Knowledge (Stream-Specific) |
80 |
80 |
|
Total |
100 |
100 |
- Duration: To
be notified in the admit card.
- Negative
Marking: No negative marking for wrong answers.
- Medium: Bilingual
(English/Hindi).
Qualifying Marks (CBT)
|
Category |
Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|
General / EWS |
45% (45 marks out of 100) |
|
OBC (NCL) |
40% (40 marks out of 100) |
|
SC / ST |
35% (35 marks out of 100) |
Selection Stages
- Computer
Based Test (CBT) – Merit-based shortlisting.
- Document
Verification – Shortlisted candidates (1:3 ratio) will be called
for verification.
- Medical
Examination – Provisionally selected candidates must undergo an
Initial Medical Examination (IME).
- Final
Merit List – Based on CBT marks, subject to document verification
and medical fitness.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to successfully apply for the MCL
Recruitment 2026:
- Visit
the Official Website: Go to https://mahanadicoal.in and
navigate to CAREERS >> Recruitment.
- Read
the Notification: Carefully read the official notification PDF to
ensure you meet all eligibility criteria.
- Click
on Apply Online: Click on the application link for the respective
post.
- Register: Fill
in the required details (name, mobile number, email ID) to receive
your User ID and Password.
- Log
In: Use the credentials received via email/SMS to log in.
- Fill
the Application Form: Enter all personal, educational, and
statutory certificate details accurately.
- Upload
Documents: Upload scanned copies of:
- Recent
passport-size photograph (not more than 3 weeks old)
- Signature
(with black ink pen)
- Matriculation
(10th) Certificate & Mark Sheet
- Diploma/Degree
Certificates & Mark Sheets
- Valid
Statutory Certificates (Mining Sirdar/Overman/Surveyor, Gas Testing,
First Aid)
- Caste
/ EWS / PwD / ESM Certificates (if applicable)
- Pay
Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online (if not exempted).
- Preview
& Submit: Review all details carefully, then click Submit.
- Print
Application: Take a printout of the final submitted application
form for future reference.
Important Documents to Keep Ready
- Matriculation
(10th) Certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Diploma/Degree
Certificate & Mark Sheets
- Valid
Mining Sirdar / Overman / Surveyor Certificate of Competency
(Unrestricted)
- Valid
First Aid & Gas Testing Certificates
- Caste
Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) – Central List
- EWS
Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD
Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman
Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent
Passport-size Photograph (scanned)
- Signature
(scanned)
- Valid
Email ID & Mobile Number
Important Notes
- Read
the official notification carefully before applying to ensure
eligibility.
- Statutory
certificates (Overman/Mining Sirdar/Surveyor) are mandatory for
respective posts.
- Departmental
candidates (CIL & Subsidiaries) have no upper age
limit and are exempted from application fee.
- No
TA/DA will be provided for attending document verification.
- The
validity of the merit panel will be 1 year or as per
government guidelines.
- Furnishing
incorrect information may lead to disqualification at any stage.
Important Links
|
Link Description |
Link |
|
Official Notification PDF |
|
|
Apply Online |
|
|
Official Website |
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