Coal India Limited (CIL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, has announced a recruitment drive for 660 Management Trainee (MT) positions in E-1 grade. The online application window will open on May 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM and close on June 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment encompasses multiple disciplines, with a total of 660 vacancies including backlog posts. The discipline-wise distribution is as follows:
- Electrical: 221 posts
- Civil: 178 posts
- Mechanical: 145 posts
- System: 43 posts
- Electronics & Communication: 38 posts
- Geology: 15 posts
- Industrial Engineering: 11 posts
- Rajbhasha (Hindi): 5 posts
- Company Secretary: 4 posts
Selection Process
Selection will be based solely on the Computer Based Online Test (CBT). No interview will be conducted. The CBT will be three hours long and consist of two papers, each of 100 marks. Paper-I covers General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and English. Paper-II assesses discipline-specific professional knowledge. Notably, there is no negative marking.
Salary and Benefits
Selected Management Trainees will receive a pay scale of Rs 60,000 to Rs 1,80,000 during training, with an initial basic pay of Rs 60,000 per month. Upon successful completion of one year of training-cum-probation, candidates will be confirmed as officers in E-1 grade.
Eligibility Criteria
The maximum age limit for General and EWS candidates is 30 years as of April 30, 2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per government norms. Candidates must possess the required degree with minimum qualifying marks from a recognized university. Most engineering disciplines require a BE/BTech degree with at least 60% marks. Reserved category candidates receive a 5% relaxation. Final-year students expecting results by August 31, 2026, are also eligible to apply.
Application Fee
General, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay an application fee of Rs 1,180 (including GST). SC, ST, PwBD candidates, and employees of Coal India and its subsidiaries are exempt from fee payment.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website of Coal India Limited.
- Go to the “Career with CIL” section.
- Open the Management Trainee recruitment link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and category details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee through online mode, if applicable.
- Submit the application form and download a copy for future reference.
Documents required include Class 10 certificate for age proof, marksheets and degree certificates, category certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate and UDID card (if applicable), EWS certificate (if eligible), NOC for government/PSU employees, and CGPA to percentage conversion certificate (if applicable).
Important Dates
- Online application start: May 12, 2026
- Last date to apply: June 11, 2026
- CBT exam date: To be announced via admit card
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates on admit cards, examination dates, and recruitment notices.
