⛏️ NCL Recruitment 2026
📢 Apply Online for 270 Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Posts
Organization: Northern Coalfields Limited (A Miniratna Company) | 📍 Singrauli & Sonbhadra
📅 Last Date: 05.03.2026
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna Company and a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released Employment Notification No. NCL/HQ/HR/Recruitment/DR/2025-26/59 dated 09/02/2026. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for the regular appointment of 270 Supervisory Positions. The vacancies are for the post of Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C in E&T, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines. Selected candidates will be deployed across the Mines/Establishments of NCL in Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh) and Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh). The online application process starts from 11th February 2026 and the last date is 5th March 2026. 👇 Check detailed vacancy, salary, eligibility, and selection process below.
🚀 Recruitment Overview
| 🏢 Company | Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) |
| 🆔 Advt. No. | NCL/HQ/HR/Recruitment/DR/2025-26/59 |
| 🛠️ Post Name | Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 270 Posts |
| 💰 Basic Pay | ₹ 47,330.25 Per Month + Allowances |
| 📍 Job Location | Singrauli (MP) & Sonbhadra (UP) |
📊 Post & Vacancy Details
| Post Name (Trainee) Grade-C | Cadre | Total Vacancies | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Foreman (E&T) | E&T | 14 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Assistant Foreman (Mechanical) | Excavation | 87 | 37 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 21 |
| Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) | 21 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 5 | |
| Assistant Foreman (Electrical) | Excavation | 74 | 31 | 7 | 14 | 4 | 18 |
| Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) | 74 | 31 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 19 | |
| GRAND TOTAL | 270 | 116 | 25 | 51 | 12 | 66 | |
✅ Eligibility Criteria (As on 05.03.2026)
- 🎓 Educational Qualification:
- Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent examination. AND
- Diploma or relevant higher qualification (Minimum 3 years course) in:
– Electronics Engineering for E&T Foreman.
– Mechanical Engineering for Mechanical Foreman.
– Electrical Engineering for Electrical Foreman.
- 🎂 Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 30 Years.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC-NCL: 3 Years, PwBD/ESM: As per Govt rules.
⚖️ Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection will be through a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 Marks and 90 minutes duration. There is no negative marking.
| Exam Structure | |
|---|---|
| Section A: Technical Knowledge (Discipline related) | 70 MCQs (70 Marks) |
| Section B: General Section (GK, GA, Reasoning, Aptitude) | 30 MCQs (30 Marks) |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT: UR/EWS: 50 Marks, SC/ST/OBC/ESM/PwBD: 40 Marks.
📅 Important Dates
- Online Application Starts: 11.02.2026 (10:00 AM)
- Online Application Closes: 05.03.2026 (11:59 PM)
💸 Application Fee
- UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹ 1000/- + GST ₹ 180/- = ₹ 1,180/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Departmental: NIL
📝 How to Apply?
- Visit the official NCL website: www.nclcil.in.
- Navigate to Career > Recruitment > Employment Notification for Supervisory Staff.
- Click on “Apply online”.
- Register and fill the online application form with correct details.
- Upload scanned copies of a recent photo, signature, matriculation certificate, and diploma/higher qualification certificate.
- Upload caste/EWS/PwBD/ESM certificate if applicable.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for your records. No hard copy is to be sent.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NCL Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date for online registration and form submission is 05th March 2026 (11:59 PM).Q2. What is the required qualification?
Ans: Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) and a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline (Electronics/Mechanical/Electrical).Q3. What is the application fee?
Ans: The application fee is ₹ 1180/- (including GST) for UR/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Departmental candidates are exempted.Q4. Is there any negative marking in the CBT?
Ans: No, the notification clearly states that there is no penalty for wrong answers in the Computer Based Test.Q5. I have a B.E/B.Tech degree, can I apply?
Ans: Yes, the notification states that candidates possessing higher and relevant qualifications (like B.E/B.Tech in specified branches) are also eligible to apply.
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