The Coal India MT Recruitment 2026 notification provides details on 276 Management Trainee (Mining) vacancies filled through GATE 2025. Coal India Limited (CIL) is accepting online applications from 8th May 2026 to 7th June 2026.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation Name | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 dated 05/05/2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (Mining) – E-1 Grade |
| Total Vacancies | 276 |
| Pay Scale | E-1 Grade: Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000/- (Initial Basic Pay: Rs. 60,000/- per month) |
| Selection Mode | GATE-2025 Score based shortlisting + Documents Verification (DV) + Initial Medical Examination (IME) |
| Official Website | https://www.coalindia.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application | 08-05-2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 07-06-2026 (upto 6:00 PM) |
| Age Calculated As On | 30-04-2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Post Code | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Mining | 10 | 276 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria as of 07-06-2026:
| Discipline | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Mining | Degree in Mining Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). Must have a valid GATE-2025 score (Paper Code: MN). |
Age Limit (As on 30-04-2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 33 years |
| SC / ST | 35 years |
| Departmental Candidates (CIL) | No upper age limit |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000/- + GST Rs. 180/-) |
| SC / ST / CIL Employees | Exempted |
Selection Process
The selection for Management Trainee (Mining) is based entirely on the valid GATE-2025 score. There is no separate written examination.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Based on GATE-2025 Score in Mining Engineering (Paper Code: MN) in a 1:3 ratio |
| Documents Verification | Verification of original documents |
| Medical Examination | Conducted by the CIL Medical Committee |
- Training Duration: 1-year training-cum-probation.
- Service Agreement Bond: Minimum service of 60 months; Bond of Rs. 3 Lakhs + applicable GST.
How to Apply
Click the official apply link below.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Download FAQ PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit the Coal India MT application?
Ans. You must submit your online application by 6:00 PM on June 7, 2026.
Q2. How many Management Trainee spots are open in this recruitment?
Ans. Coal India Limited has announced 276 tentative vacancies for the Management Trainee (Mining) role.
Q3. What are the application fees for this CIL recruitment?
Ans. General, OBC, and EWS candidates need to pay Rs. 1,180. SC, ST, and CIL employees are completely exempt from the fee.
Q4. What qualifications do I need for the CIL Management Trainee post?
Ans. You need a regular, full-time degree in Mining Engineering with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). A valid GATE-2025 score in Mining Engineering (Paper Code: MN) is also mandatory.
Q5. How will Coal India select candidates for these MT positions?
Ans. Candidates will be shortlisted based entirely on their GATE-2025 scores in a 1:3 ratio, followed by document verification and an initial medical examination.
Q6. Do departmental candidates get an age relaxation?
Ans. Yes, current employees of Coal India Limited or its subsidiary companies do not have an upper age limit for this recruitment.
