The latest Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Asst. Foreman Electrician (Trainee) and Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) posts! Published on 16 April 2026 at mahanadicoal.in, this new recruitment drive offers 500 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 18 to 30 years age group and possessing a Diploma in Electrical Engineering / ITI in Electrician Trade can apply online from 07 May 2026 to 28 May 2026. Find all details about the MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here.
Notification for Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) T&S Gr-C (E&M) and Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) Cat-III (E&M) Recruitment 2026 is published vide Ref. No. MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 dated 16 April 2026 on the official website mahanadicoal.in. Candidates should thoroughly read the official advertisement to check post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, reservation rules, selection process and detailed instructions for filling the application form.
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| Document | Download Link |
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| MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 |
| Organization | Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), A subsidiary of Coal India Limited |
| Post Names | Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) | Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) |
| Total Vacancies | 500 posts (150 + 350) |
| Pay Scale | Asst. Foreman: ₹47,330.25 per month | Technician: ₹1,583.32 per day |
| Essential Qualification | Asst. Foreman: Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering (AICTE approved) | Technician: Matriculate + ITI (2 yr) in Electrician Trade (NCVT/SCVT) + LT Permit |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years as on 28/05/2026 (General/EWS) |
| Application Mode | Online – mahanadicoal.in |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: ₹1000 + GST ₹180 = ₹1180 | SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ESM/CIL Employees: Nil |
| Application Start Date | 07-05-2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 28-05-2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Cut-off Date | 28/05/2026 |
| Official Website | https://mahanadicoal.in |
| Ref. No. | MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311, dated 16.04.2026 |
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Post-wise Vacancy Details
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A total of 500 vacancies (tentative) will be filled for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) and Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) posts under MCL Recruitment 2026. Check post-wise and category-wise vacancy details in the table below.
| Name of Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) | 150 |
| Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) | 350 |
| Total | 500 |
Note: Vacancies are tentative. MCL Management reserves the right to increase, decrease or cancel vacancies as per requirement. Total 06 vacancies are reserved (horizontal) for PwBDs for the post of Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) only. No PwBD reservation is applicable for the Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) post as per Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment guidelines.
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 PwBD Disability Details
| Name of Post | Physical Requirement | Suitable category of Benchmark Disabilities | Horizontal Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) | S, ST, W, BN, MF, SE, RW, H, C | HH; OA, OL, BL, LC, Dw, AAV; SLD; MD involving (a) to (c) above | 06 |
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Publication of Advertisement | 16-04-2026 |
| Starting Date of Online Application & Payment Gateway | 07-05-2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date of Submission of Online Application | 28-05-2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility | 28/05/2026 |
| Tentative Date of Admit Card Download | Will be notified on website |
| Tentative Date of Computer Based Test (CBT) | Will be notified on website |
| Tentative Date of Declaration of Results | Will be notified on website |
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | Eligibility / Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Minimum 3 years course) approved by AICTE OR Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE |
| 2 | Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) | (i) Matriculate or equivalent examination passed from any recognized Board of examination. (ii) ITI (2 year course) in Electrician Trade along with Trade certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT and minimum 1 year training/on the job practical experience. (iii) LT permit under IE rules for Mines or 440-550 Volts mining parts permit issued by Competent Authority. |
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the cut-off date 28/05/2026. Candidate must not be below 18 years of age as on 28/05/2026. The upper age limit is 30 years for General (UR) and EWS category candidates.
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| Sl. No. | Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | UR/EWS | No relaxation |
| 02 | OBC (Non Creamy Layer) Central List | 3 years |
| 03 | SC/ST | 5 years |
| 04 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Actual period of service in defence + 3 years |
| 05 | Departmental Candidates (all employees of CIL & its subsidiary companies) | No upper age limit |
| 06 | PwBD candidates (Only for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M)) | General/EWS: +10 years | OBC-NCL: +13 years | SC/ST: +15 years |
Note: The actual upper age limit of the applicant (except Sl. No. 05) on the crucial date 28/05/2026 shall not exceed 56 years. There is no age bar for Departmental Candidates i.e. any employee of CIL and its subsidiary companies having the requisite qualification.
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC (Creamy Layer & Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS | ₹1,000/- + GST ₹180/- = ₹1,180/- (Non-Refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Female candidates / Employees of Coal India Limited and its Subsidiaries | Nil (Exempted) |
Fee can be paid online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking only. No other mode of payment will be accepted. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The selection methodology will comprise of Computer Based Test (CBT) only. No personal interview will be held. The CBT will consist of objective type questions with multiple choice answers. There will be no negative marking for wrong answers. Instructions will be bilingual (English/Hindi).
The CBT will consist of two sections totalling 100 marks: Section “A” comprising 20 questions on General Awareness/Aptitude (1 mark each), and Section “B” comprising 80 questions on Technical Knowledge (1 mark each). Total time: 2 hours.
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness / Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Section B | Technical Knowledge | 80 | 80 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Qualifying Marks in CBT:
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General/EWS Candidates | 45 marks (45% of 100) |
| OBC (NCL) Candidates | 40 marks (40% of 100) |
| SC/ST Candidates | 35 marks (35% of 100) |
Candidates may opt for three Test Cities from the list as per their preference at the time of applying. The same cannot be changed after the online form is submitted. MCL reserves the right to allocate or change the Test City.
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MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection for MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT): Eligible candidates will be provisionally called for CBT on the basis of their self-declaration regarding eligibility. Scrutiny/verification of eligibility claims will be done post-declaration of CBT results for candidates called for document verification.
Document Verification: Based on the merit order of marks secured in CBT, shortlisted qualified candidates in the ratio of 1:3 will be called for document verification. In case of a tie in marks, it will be resolved on the basis of Date of Birth (elder candidate first) and thereafter Name alphabets. Candidates must appear with all original certificates/documents and photocopies as per eligibility criteria. Candidates working in Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous Bodies/PSUs/CIL & Subsidiaries must produce a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer.
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Provisional Select List: After verification of documents/certificates, a Provisional Select List of successful candidates will be published on the official website of MCL (https://mahanadicoal.in).
Final Appointment: Provisionally selected candidates will be issued an offer of appointment based on their position in the merit list and with due consideration of reservation policy of Govt. of India for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD/EWS/ESM. The validity of the merit panel will be for 01 year or as per extant Govt. guidelines.
Medical Fitness: Selected candidates will have to undergo Initial Medical Examination (IME) in the designated Hospital by the Company’s Doctor. Final appointment/joining will be subject to being declared medically fit as per rule. Minimum required height of the candidate should be 60 inches (excluding for the post of Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C only in case of Dwarfism).
MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Career Growth
- For the post of Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (E&M), further career growth of candidates to T&S Gr-B and onwards will be subject to acquisition of Electrical Supervisorship Certificate of Competency valid for Mines as per the Cadre Scheme.
- For the post of Technician (Electrician) (E&M), trainees in Cat-III will be regularized as Electrician, Cat-IV after successful completion of one year training in E&M cadre and possession of valid minimum requisite Electrician Statutory permit/certificate.
How to Apply for MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must submit their application online through the official website mahanadicoal.in under CAREERS >>>> Recruitment section. No other means/mode of application will be accepted.
Step 1 – Read Instructions: Read Important Instructions carefully and click on (√) “I Agree” button.
Step 2 – Register: Register by filling necessary details (Post opted, name, Mobile No. and email ID) and click on Submit Button. Note the Application Sequence No., User ID and Password received on your email and mobile number.
Step 3 – Login & Fill Application: Re-login using User ID and Password. Click on the Application Form option, fill all necessary details in the respective fields and upload required documents, Photo and Signature.
Step 4 – Preview & Submit: Check Preview of the Application Form and make corrections if any. Press the Submit Button.
Step 5 – Pay Fee & Print: Make online payment through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking (as applicable). Take a printout of the application form for future record.
Note: The last date for submission of application is 28/May/2026 up to 11:50 PM. Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date and time for applying online. MCL shall not be responsible if candidates are unable to submit applications at the last hour due to network congestion.
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MCL Asst. Foreman Electrician Technician Recruitment 2026 Documents Required
Keep the following scanned documents ready (valid as on cut-off date) before filling the online application:
- E-Mail ID and Mobile Number
- Personal and Educational Qualification Details
- Scanned Copy of Matriculation (X) Certificate/Mark sheets/ITI/Diploma/Degree Certificate/Mark sheets (Jpg/Jpeg/PDF format)
- Scanned Copy of Valid Caste Certificate (OBC (NCL)/SC/ST) and Income Certificates for EWS (if applicable)
- Scanned Copy of Ex-Servicemen Certificates (if applicable)
- Scanned Copy of PwBD Certificates (if applicable)
- Scanned Copy of LT Permit under IE rules for Mines or 440-550 Volts mining parts permit issued by Competent Authority (if applicable)
- Scanned Copy of Minimum 01 Year Training/On-the-Job Practical Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- Details of Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking for Fee Payment
- Scanned Copy of Recent Photograph (not more than 3 weeks old, jpg/jpeg format)
- Scanned Copy of Signature with Black Ink Pen (jpg/jpeg format)
MCL Asst Foreman, Technician Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
MCL Asst Foreman, Technician Online Form 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in MCL Asst. Foreman & Technician Recruitment 2026?
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited has notified 500 vacancies – 150 Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr‑C (E&M) and 350 Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat‑III (E&M), under Ref. No. MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 dated 16 April 2026.
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Q2. What are the application dates for MCL Asst. Foreman & Technician 2026?
Online applications and fee payment will be accepted from 07 May 2026 (10:00 AM) to 28 May 2026 (11:50 PM). The cut‑off date for age and eligibility is also 28 May 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) at MCL?
Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr‑C (E&M) requires a 3‑year Diploma in Electrical Engineering approved by AICTE or a Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from an AICTE‑approved institution.
Q4. What is the age limit for MCL Asst. Foreman & Technician Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 18–30 years as on 28 May 2026 for UR/EWS. Upper‑age relaxations: OBC‑NCL: +3 years; SC/ST: +5 years; Ex‑servicemen: service period + 3 years; departmental CIL employees: no upper age bar; PwBD (for Asst. Foreman only): +10/+13/+15 years, subject to a maximum of 56 years (except departmental staff).
Q5. What is the salary for Asst. Foreman (Electrical) and Technician (Electrician) at MCL?
Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee) will get ₹47,330.25 per month, while Technician (Electrician) (Trainee) will receive ₹1,583.32 per day during training, as per the notified wage structure for these cadres.
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Q6. What is the application fee for MCL Asst. Foreman & Technician Recruitment 2026?
UR/OBC (including Creamy & Non‑Creamy) and EWS candidates must pay ₹1,000 + ₹180 GST = ₹1,180 (non‑refundable). SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Female candidates and employees of CIL & subsidiaries are exempted from paying any fee. Payment is online only via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
Q7. How can I apply online for MCL Asst. Foreman (Electrical) & Technician (Electrician) posts?
Visit mahanadicoal.in → Careers → Recruitment, register with name, mobile and email, then log in to fill the application form, upload required documents/photo/signature, pay the fee online (if applicable), submit the form and download/print the final application. No other mode of application is accepted and candidates should not wait till the last date due to possible network issues.
