Coal India Management Trainee Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by Coal India Limited (CIL). Candidates can apply for 660 vacancies in various disciplines. CIL is a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India.
Eligible candidates aged up to 30 years for the General/EWS category can apply online from 12/05/2026 to 11/06/2026. Those with a relevant full-time Engineering Degree, M.Tech, M.Sc, or MCA qualification are eligible to register. For further details, visit the official website at https://www.coalindia.in.
Coal India Limited Management Trainee Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Coal India Limited (CIL), Corporate Headquarters, Kolkata |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026, dated 05.05.2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Grade | E-1 Grade |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000/- (Initial Basic Pay: Rs. 60,000/- per month) |
| Total Vacancies | 660 Posts (including 13 Backlog Vacancies; 64 vacancies reserved for PwD) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Mode | Computer-Based Online Test (CBT) only – No Interview |
| Training Period | 1 Year Training cum Probation. |
| Service Agreement Bond | Rs. 3 Lakhs bond; minimum service of 60 months. |
| Official Website | https://www.coalindia.in |
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 12-05-2026 (from 10:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date of Online Submission | 11-06-2026 (by 18:00 Hrs) |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) Date | To be informed via Admit Card |
| Upper Age Limit Calculated As On | 30-04-2026 |
| EWS Certificate Validity | Based on FY 2025-26, valid for 2026-27 |
| OBC-NCL Certificate Issue Date | On or after 01-04-2026 |
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 660 vacancies (647 Fresh + 13 Backlog) have been announced for the post of Management Trainee in E-1 Grade across 9 disciplines.
| Discipline | Post Code | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Civil | 11 | 178 |
| Electrical | 12 | 221 |
| Mechanical | 13 | 145 |
| System (IT/CS) | 14 | 43 |
| Electronics & Communication (E&T) | 15 | 38 |
| Geology | 16 | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 17 | 11 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 18 | 05 |
| Company Secretary | 19 | 04 |
| Total | 660 |
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as of 11-06-2026. Engineering Degree/M.Tech/M.Sc./MCA must be a regular full-time course. Final year students of academic year 2025-26 who expect their results by 31.08.2026 are also eligible.
Discipline-wise Minimum Qualification
| Post Code | Discipline | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Civil | Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
| 12 | Electrical | Degree in Electrical/Electronics & Electrical Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
| 13 | Mechanical | Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Mining Machinery with a minimum 60% marks |
| 14 | System | 1st Class Degree in BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in CS/IT OR 1st Class Degree with MCA |
| 15 | E&T | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in Electronics & Telecommunication/Communication with minimum 60% marks |
| 16 | Geology | M.Sc./M.Tech. in Geology/Applied Geology/Geophysics with minimum 60% marks |
| 17 | Industrial Engineering | Degree in Industrial Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
| 18 | Rajbhasha (Hindi) | MA in Hindi with minimum 60% marks AND Graduation with Hindi and English (50% marks) |
| 19 | Company Secretary | Graduate with Company Secretary qualification (Associate/Fellow membership of ICSI) |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC (NCL) / EWS | 60% (no rounding) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 55% |
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
The upper age limit is 30 years as on 30-04-2026 for General (UR) and EWS category candidates.
| Category | Upper Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 years |
| SC / ST | 35 years |
| PwD – General (UR) | 40 years |
| PwD – OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 43 years |
| PwD – SC / ST | 45 years |
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1,180/- (Non-Refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / CIL Employees | NIL |
Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Online Test (CBT) only. There will be NO interview.
Computer-Based Online Test (CBT) Structure
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Knowledge/Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General English | 100 MCQs | 100 |
| Paper II | Professional Knowledge (Discipline related) | 100 MCQs | 100 |
Total Duration: 3 Hours. No Negative Marking.
How to Apply for Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026
- Click the official apply link below.
💡 Expert Tip: Ensure that all scanned documents are below 500KB and double-check the application form before final submission.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
- Qualifications must be from a regular full-time course (except Hindi for Rajbhasha).
- Final year students expecting results by 31.08.2026 can apply.
- Apply for one discipline only.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Coal India Limited MT Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit the Coal India Management Trainee application?
Ans. You can submit your application online until June 11, 2026.
Q2. How many MT positions are open in this recruitment cycle?
Ans. Coal India Limited has announced a total of 660 Management Trainee vacancies across various disciplines.
Q3. What is the maximum age limit to apply for the MT role?
Ans. For General and EWS candidates, the upper age limit is 30 years as of April 30, 2026.
Q4. Do I have to pay an application fee?
Ans. Yes, candidates in the General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay a fee of Rs. 1,180. The fee is waived for SC, ST, PwBD candidates, and existing CIL employees.
Q5. Is there an interview stage for the MT selection?
Ans. No, the final selection is based entirely on your performance in the Computer-Based Online Test (CBT).
Q6. Are students in their final year eligible for these positions?
Ans. Yes, final year students are eligible to apply as long as their final results are expected by August 31, 2026.
Q7. Where can I read the full recruitment notification?
Ans. You can download the official notification PDF directly from the Coal India Limited website at https://www.coalindia.in.
