Coal India Limited — Human Resources
Cut-off Date: 21 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 26 to 36 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 22 Jun 1990 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| EWS | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 22 Jun 1990 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 26 yrs | 39 yrs | +3 yrs | 22 Jun 1987 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jun 1985 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jun 1985 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| PwD (General) | 26 yrs | 46 yrs | +10 yrs | 22 Jun 1980 to 21 Jun 2000 |
Prescribed Age: 26–36 Years (As on 21 Jun 2026)
The Coal India Limited has issued an official recruitment notification for Management Trainee (MT), announcing a total of 660 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 12 May 2026 and closes on 21 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Engineering Degree / M.Sc / MCA / ICSI Membership with 60% marks and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 30 years as of 2026-04-30 (Relaxations as per government norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹60,000 - ₹1,80,000 (E-1 Grade). The selection procedure comprises Computer Based Test (CBT) only. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 12 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
21 Jun 2026
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| Exam Date | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Qualification | Engineering Degree / M.Sc / MCA / ICSI Membership with 60% marks |
| Age Limit | Max 30 years as of 2026-04-30 (Relaxations as per government norms) |
| Salary | ₹60,000 - ₹1,80,000 (E-1 Grade) |
| Application Fee | ₹1180 for General/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/CIL Employees |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) only |
Coal India Limited (CIL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 660 Management Trainees (MT) across various engineering and professional disciplines. This recruitment drive offers an opportunity to join a premier Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) with a competitive pay scale and professional growth prospects.
| Discipline | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Civil | 178 |
| Electrical | 221 |
| Mechanical | 145 |
| System | 43 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 38 |
| Geology | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 |
| Rajbhasha Hindi | 5 |
| Company Secretary | 4 |
Candidates must possess a relevant degree in the respective engineering discipline with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks. For System MT roles, candidates require a B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering in CS/IT or MCA (First Class). Geology applicants must have an M.Sc/M.Tech in Geology/Applied Geology/Geophysics. Company Secretary candidates must hold a membership of ICSI.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 21 August 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | 24 August 2026 |
The selection process is based exclusively on a Computer Based Test (CBT). The exam consists of two papers: Paper-I covers General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and General English; Paper-II focuses on professional knowledge related to the candidate's discipline. There is no negative marking for this examination.
Ensure all documents, including your photograph, signature, and educational certificates, are scanned clearly before beginning the online application. Verify that your email address and mobile number are active throughout the recruitment cycle. Late submissions or incomplete forms will be summarily rejected.
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