Odisha Coal and Power Recruitment 2026 for 14 Posts
Odisha Coal and Power (OCPL) — Odisha Coal and Power Limited
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Odisha Coal and Power (OCPL) has issued an official recruitment notification for Various Posts, announcing a total of 14 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 14 October 2026 and closes on 14 November 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Post-wise qualifications include ICAI/ICWAI membership for Finance posts; full-time Mining Engineering degree with First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (Coal) for Mining posts; M.Tech/M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology or equivalent for Geology; B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Environmental Engineering/Science for Environment; Diploma in Mines Survey/Mining Engineering with Survey Certificate for Survey; B.E./B.Tech in Mining Engineering with Second Class Mine Manager’s Certificate for Assistant Manager (Mining); MBBS for Medical Officer; and Diploma in Mining with Overman’s Certificate for Overman. All qualifications must be from recognized full-time regular courses. and be within the prescribed age limit of Addl. General Manager (Finance): 50 Years; all other listed posts: 45 Years; Overman: 35 Years for S-2 and 40 Years for S-1, as on 14-10-2026., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Pay scales vary by post from Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 2,15,900/- basic pay, plus DA, HRA/accommodation, medical facilities, gratuity, CMPF, CMPS, and other allowances as per company rules.. The selection procedure comprises Personal Interview. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview after scrutiny of applications and documents.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Various Posts - Important Dates & Schedule
| Application Start | 14 Oct 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
14 Nov 2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline | 14 Nov 2026 |
📋 Various Posts - Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Various Posts |
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| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Qualification | Post-wise qualifications include ICAI/ICWAI membership for Finance posts; full-time Mining Engineering degree with First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (Coal) for Mining posts; M.Tech/M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology or equivalent for Geology; B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Environmental Engineering/Science for Environment; Diploma in Mines Survey/Mining Engineering with Survey Certificate for Survey; B.E./B.Tech in Mining Engineering with Second Class Mine Manager’s Certificate for Assistant Manager (Mining); MBBS for Medical Officer; and Diploma in Mining with Overman’s Certificate for Overman. All qualifications must be from recognized full-time regular courses. |
| Age Limit | Addl. General Manager (Finance): 50 Years; all other listed posts: 45 Years; Overman: 35 Years for S-2 and 40 Years for S-1, as on 14-10-2026. |
| Salary | Pay scales vary by post from Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 2,15,900/- basic pay, plus DA, HRA/accommodation, medical facilities, gratuity, CMPF, CMPS, and other allowances as per company rules. |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
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| Selection Process | Personal Interview. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview after scrutiny of applications and documents. |
👥 Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Total Seats: 14| Post / Designation | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addl. General Manager (Finance) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Manager (Finance) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Manager (Mining) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Mining) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Geology) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Environment) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Sr. Asst. Manager/Asst. Manager (Survey) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Asst. Manager (Mining) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | - | 4 |
| Medical Officer (Male/Female) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 |
| Overman | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
| Consolidated Total | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | - | 14 |
Complete Salary Breakup & Allowances
7th CPC Level 7Pay scales from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 2,15,900 basic pay plus allowances and benefits
Age Eligibility & DOB Range for Various Posts
Cut-off Date: As on 14-10-2026 — Candidates must be between 21 to 50 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) | 21 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 15 Oct 1976 to 14 Oct 2005 |
| EWS | 21 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 15 Oct 1976 to 14 Oct 2005 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 yrs | 53 yrs | +3 yrs | 15 Oct 1973 to 14 Oct 2005 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 21 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Oct 1971 to 14 Oct 2005 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 21 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Oct 1971 to 14 Oct 2005 |
| PwD (General) | 21 yrs | 60 yrs | +10 yrs | 15 Oct 1966 to 14 Oct 2005 |
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Prescribed Age: 21–50 Years (As on As on 14-10-2026)
Expected In-Hand Salary for Various Posts — Pay Level 7 (Grade Pay ₹4,600)
This post carries Pay Level 7 (Grade Pay ₹4,600) under the 7th Central Pay Commission with entry-level basic pay of ₹35,400/month. Below is the estimated monthly in-hand salary across all three city classifications (DA at 50% included).
| Component | X-City (Metro) | Y-City (Town) | Z-City (Rural) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Dearness Allowance (50%) | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 |
| HRA | ₹10,620 (30%) | ₹7,080 (20%) | ₹3,540 (10%) |
| Transport Allowance (+ DA) | ₹5,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| Gross Monthly Pay | ₹69,120 | ₹62,880 | ₹59,340 |
| Total Deductions (NPS, CGHS, etc.) | −₹6,220 | −₹6,220 | −₹6,220 |
| ✨ Estimated In-Hand Salary | ₹62,900 | ₹56,660 | ₹53,120 |
Estimates based on 7th CPC Pay Matrix with current DA rate (50%). Actual salary may vary based on posting location, additional allowances, and individual deductions. Use the interactive calculator below for detailed city-wise breakdown.
7th Pay Commission In-Hand Salary Explainer
Pay Level 7 (Grade Pay ₹4,600) • Starting Basic: ₹35,400/month
📝 Various Posts - Detailed Notification Guide
Odisha Coal and Power Recruitment 2026: Overview and Career Scope
Odisha Coal and Power Limited (OCPL) has officially released notification OCPL/HR/26/01, inviting applications for 14 permanent lateral entry vacancies across diverse engineering, managerial, medical, and financial disciplines. Professionals looking to build a stable career in the energy and mining sector will find this recruitment drive an exceptional opportunity. Alongside this notification, candidates exploring alternative government career openings can also review the BMRCL Assistant Security Officer Recruitment 2026 recruitment details for similar growth paths.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Coal and Power (OCPL) |
| Department(s) | Finance, Mining, Geology, Environment, Survey, Medical, Overman |
| Posts | Addl. General Manager (Finance), Manager, Dy. Manager, Asst. Manager, Medical Officer, Overman |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Pay | Varies by post (Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 2,15,900/- basic pay scales) |
| Contract Term | Permanent positions (Lateral Entry) |
| Application Mode | Online (followed by hard copy submission via Speed/Registered Post) |
| Last Date | 14 November 2026 (Online: 5:00 PM) / 14 December 2026 (Hard copy: 5:00 PM) |
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Sl.No. | Name of the post | Grade | ST | SC | SEBC | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Addl. General Manager (Finance) | E-7 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | Manager (Finance) | E-4 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | Manager (Mining) | E-4 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | Dy. Manager (Mining) | E-3 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 5 | Dy. Manager (Geology) | E-3 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 6 | Dy. Manager (Environment) | E-3 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 7 | Sr. Asst. Manager/Asst. Manager (Survey) | E-2/E-1 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | Asst. Manager (Mining) | E-1 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 | 4 |
| 9 | Medical Officer (Male/Female) | E-2/E-1 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | Overman | S-2/S-1 | - | - | - | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 1 | 1 | - | 12 | 14 |
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Addl. General Manager (Finance) | Associate / Fellow member of ICAI / ICWAI. Candidate having First Class Career throughout academics will be preferred. | Minimum 19 years of post-qualification work experience in Central/State PSU or leading large private organizations in a manufacturing setup in Finance department desirably in the advertised position or position with one rank below for a minimum of 5 years. Must have experience in managing Finance department as a whole and expertise in audit mechanism, budget control, Taxation, Financial closure etc. |
| Manager (Finance) | Associate / Fellow member of ICAI / ICWAI. Candidate having First Class Career throughout academics will be preferred. | Minimum 10 years of post-qualification work experience in Central/State PSU or leading large private organizations in a manufacturing setup in Finance department desirably in the advertised position or position with one rank below for a minimum of 3 years. Must have experience in managing Finance department as a whole and audit, budget, taxation, and financial closure. |
| Manager (Mining) | Full time Degree in Mining Engineering from a recognised University/Institute. First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Coal) under Coal Mines Regulations issued by DGMS. | Minimum 10 years of working experience in Mine planning, designing & scheduling of large opencast coal mines. Must have expertise in use of Minex software. |
| Dy. Manager (Mining) | Full time Degree in Mining Engineering from a recognised University/Institute. First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Coal) under Coal Mines Regulations issued by DGMS. | Minimum 7 years of working experience in Mine planning, designing & scheduling of large opencast coal mines. Must have expertise in use of Minex software. |
| Dy. Manager (Geology) | M.Tech/M.Sc. in Geology/Geological Science/Applied Geology/Geo Exploration/Mineral Exploration or Equivalent Degree recognized by University recognized by UGC / Institute approved by AICTE. First Class Career preferred. | Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience in geological exploration in a large scale open cast mines. Responsible for leading exploration programs, preparing annual/long-term plans, reviewing drilling/sampling, and coordinating with statutory authorities. |
| Dy. Manager (Environment) | BE/BTech or ME/MTech in Environmental Engineering/Environmental Science from a University recognized by UGC / Institute approved by AICTE. | Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience in ensuring compliance with Environmental Clearance (EC), Forest Clearance (FC), CTE, CTO, CPCB/SPCB requirements, Air and Water Act, and wildlife management. |
| Sr. Asst. Manager/Asst. Manager (Survey) | Diploma in Mines Survey/Mining Engineering from AICTE recognized Institute with Survey Certificate of Competency in Mining Survey from DGMS. First Class Career and higher qualifications preferred. | Minimum 5/2 years of post-qualification experience in Mine development Survey & preparation of plans & sections for Mine, area demarcation, and field positioning of infrastructures. Well versed with Minex software. |
| Asst. Manager (Mining) | B.E. / B.Tech. / Equivalent Degree in Mining Engineering from University recognized by UGC / Institute approved by AICTE. Must possess Second class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Coal) under Coal Mines Regulations issued by DGMS. | Minimum 2 years of post-qualification working experience in Large Coal Mine. Must be conversant with opencast coal mine operations, statutory rules, and MVTR, 1966 records. |
| Medical Officer (Male/Female) | 4.5 years Full time MBBS from Medical Council of India recognized Institute of repute. First Class Career and MD/Specialization preferred. | Minimum 5/2 years of post-qualification work experience in reputed Hospital. |
| Overman | Diploma in Mining with Overman’s Certificate of Competency. | Minimum 1/5 years of experience of working in shifts & taking charge of a working section in a coal mine. Well conversant with opencast coalmine operation and statutory responsibilities under Coal Mines Regulations, 2017. |
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Post | Grade | Scale of Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Addl. General Manager (Finance) | E-7 | Rs. 1,23,100/- to Rs. 2,15,900/- |
| Manager (Finance) / Manager (Mining) | E-4 | Rs. 73,300/- to Rs. 2,06,100/- |
| Dy. Manager (Mining) / Dy. Manager (Geology) / Dy. Manager (Environment) | E-3 | Rs. 67,700/- to Rs. 2,08,700/- |
| Sr. Asst. Manager/Asst. Manager (Survey) | E-2/E-1 | Rs. 67,700/- to Rs. 2,08,700/- / Rs. 56,100/- to Rs. 1,77,500/- |
| Asst. Manager (Mining) | E-1 | Rs. 56,100/- to Rs. 1,77,500/- |
| Medical Officer (Male/Female) | E-2/E-1 | Rs. 67,700/- to Rs. 2,08,700/- / Rs. 56,100/- to Rs. 1,77,500/- |
| Overman | S-2/S-1 | Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/- |
The recruitment covers key roles such as Addl. General Manager (Finance), Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Medical Officer, and Overman. Selected candidates will be posted across various operational units and project sites in Odisha, operating directly under the administrative framework of Odisha Coal and Power Limited.
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The total of 14 vacancies is distributed across multiple managerial and technical cadres. Candidates should review the category-wise allocation before submitting their applications.
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addl. General Manager (Finance) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Manager (Finance) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Manager (Mining) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Mining) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Geology) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dy. Manager (Environment) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sr. Asst. Manager/Asst. Manager (Survey) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Asst. Manager (Mining) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Medical Officer (Male/Female) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Overman | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total Summary | 12 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Eligibility Standards and Educational Qualifications
Every post requires specific professional qualifications and relevant post-qualification experience ranging from 1 year to 19 years. Applicants must ensure they hold regular full-time degrees from recognized institutions:
- Finance Posts: ICAI/ICWAI membership with extensive corporate finance experience.
- Mining Engineering Posts: Full-time Mining Engineering degree accompanied by a First Class or Second Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (Coal) as applicable.
- Geology & Environment: M.Tech or M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology, or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Environmental Engineering/Science.
- Survey & Overman: Diploma in Mines Survey or Mining Engineering with relevant Survey Certificates or Overman’s Certificates.
- Medical Officer: MBBS degree from a recognized medical institution.
The upper age limit is set at 50 years for Addl. General Manager (Finance), 35 to 40 years for Overman, and 45 years for all other posts, calculated as on 14-10-2026. Age relaxation applies to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and internal candidates in accordance with Odisha state government regulations.
Salary Structure and Service Benefits
Selected officers will be compensated under competitive pay scales ranging from Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 2,15,900/- basic pay depending on the position and grade level. In addition to basic pay, employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or company accommodation, medical facilities, gratuity, CMPF, CMPS, and other standard corporate allowances.
Selection Procedure
The selection methodology is designed to evaluate candidates through structured multi-stage assessments:
- Stage 1: Application Scrutiny: Initial screening of submitted forms and verification of minimum educational and experience criteria.
- Stage 2: Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview to assess domain expertise and leadership capabilities.
- Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final verification of original credentials followed by a comprehensive medical fitness check.
Step-by-Step Online and Offline Application Instructions
Candidates must complete a two-step application process involving online registration followed by postal submission of hard copies:
- Step 1: Access the official portal at ocpl.org.in and navigate to the careers section.
- Step 2: Fill out the online application form between 14-10-2026 (10:00 AM) and 14-11-2026 (5:00 PM).
- Step 3: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Step 4: Submit the online form and download the generated printout. Attach self-attested copies of all educational marksheets, experience certificates, and identity proofs.
- Step 5: Send the complete hard copy application by Speed Post or Registered Post to: Dy. General Manager (HR), Odisha Coal and Power Limited, Zone-A, 4th Floor, Fortune Towers, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar-751023, Odisha, ensuring it arrives on or before 14-12-2026 (5:00 PM).
Essential Documents Checklist
Applicants must attach self-attested copies of the following documents with their postal submission:
- Printed copy of the online application form
- Matriculation or age-proof certificate
- All academic marksheets and degree certificates
- Post-qualification experience certificates
- Caste or category certificate (if claiming relaxations)
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed in a PSU or Government organization