Coal India Limited (CIL) has released two separate official notifications for a combined total of 936 Management Trainee (MT) posts in E-1 Grade for 2026. Engineering graduates with a valid GATE-2025 score in Mining Engineering can apply for 276 posts under Advertisement No. 01/2026; candidates in nine other disciplines — including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Geology, and Company Secretary — can apply for 660 posts under Advertisement No. 03/2026 through a Computer Based Test (CBT). Online applications for both advertisements are open now. Read the full notification before applying and use only the official CIL website to submit your form.
Last verified on: 10 May 2026 (IST)
Key Highlights
| Detail | Advt. 01/2026 (Mining – GATE) | Advt. 03/2026 (9 Disciplines – CBT) |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation | Coal India Limited (CIL), Maharatna PSU | |
| Post | Management Trainee (E-1 Grade) | |
| Total Vacancies | 276 (Mining) | 660 (9 disciplines) |
| Notification Date | 05 May 2026 | |
| Application Opens | 08 May 2026 (10:00 AM) | 12 May 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Closes | 07 June 2026 (6:00 PM) | 11 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Selection Route | GATE-2025 Score (MN paper) | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Pay Scale | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 (E-1 Grade) | |
| Application Fee (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + GST ₹180) | |
| Age Limit (General/EWS) | 30 years as on 30 April 2026 | |
| Official Website | www.coalindia.in | |
Vacancy Details
Under Advertisement No. 01/2026, CIL has notified 276 vacancies for Management Trainee (Mining) in E-1 Grade. The category-wise split is: UR — 114, EWS — 27, SC — 41, ST — 20, OBC-NCL — 74. Selection is based exclusively on GATE-2025 scores in Mining Engineering (Paper Code: MN). GATE scores from any year other than 2025 are not valid for this recruitment.
Under Advertisement No. 03/2026, CIL has notified 660 vacancies (647 fresh + 13 backlog) across nine non-Mining disciplines: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, System, Electronics & Telecommunication (E&T), Geology, Industrial Engineering, Rajbhasha (Hindi), and Company Secretary. An additional 64 vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates on a horizontal basis, including backlog PwBD seats from prior recruitments. Vacancy figures are stated as tentative and subject to revision by CIL.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Advt. 01/2026 (Mining): A full-time regular Degree in Mining Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks from a university or institute recognised by the appropriate statutory authority in India. Candidates in SC/ST categories need a minimum of 55%. Candidates who have completed their degree or passed their final semester examination on or before the cut-off date are eligible. Rounding off of percentage is not permitted — 59.99% does not qualify as 60%.
For Advt. 03/2026 (9 disciplines), the minimum qualification varies by discipline:
- Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, System, E&T, Industrial Engineering: Full-time Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering with minimum 60% marks
- Geology: M.Sc. or M.Tech. in Geology or Applied Geology with minimum 60% marks
- Rajbhasha (Hindi): MA in Hindi with minimum 60% marks; Hindi and English as main subjects at graduation level with minimum 50%
- Company Secretary: Graduate degree plus Associate or Fellow membership of ICSI
Final-year candidates in the 2025–26 academic session may apply for Advt. 03/2026, provided they submit results by 31 August 2026.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The upper age limit for General (UR) and EWS candidates is 30 years as on 30 April 2026. Category-wise relaxations as stated in the official notification are: OBC-NCL — 3 years; SC/ST — 5 years; PwBD candidates — 10 to 15 years depending on category; Ex-Servicemen — as per Government of India guidelines. The maximum age limit under any category, including all applicable relaxations, is 56 years as on 30 April 2026. Permanent employees of CIL and its subsidiaries are not subject to any age limit.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be appointed as Management Trainees in E-1 Grade with a pay scale of ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000. The initial basic pay at the time of joining is ₹60,000 per month. In addition to basic pay, the package includes Dearness Allowance, HRA, cafeteria allowances, and Performance Related Pay (PRP). Other benefits mentioned in the official notification include CMPF, CMPS, gratuity, leave provisions, medical facilities, and the CIL Executive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme. On successful completion of one year of training, the candidate is confirmed as an Officer in E-1 Grade in the respective discipline.
A service bond of ₹3 lakh is executed at the time of joining. A deduction of ₹5,000 per month is made from salary towards this bond amount, which is refunded without interest after 60 months of continuous service. Candidates must be willing to be posted anywhere in India, including coalfield areas under CIL’s subsidiary companies.
Selection Process
For Advt. 01/2026 (Mining/GATE route): Candidates are shortlisted category-wise in a ratio of 1:3 (three candidates per vacancy) based on GATE-2025 scores in Mining Engineering. In the event of a tie in GATE score, the candidate with a higher percentage in the minimum qualifying degree is placed higher; if a tie persists, the older candidate is given preference. The final merit list is prepared solely on the basis of GATE-2025 scores. Shortlisted candidates are then called for Document Verification (DV) and Initial Medical Examination (IME). Appointment is issued only after successful completion of both DV and IME.
For Advt. 03/2026 (CBT route): Selection is based entirely on performance in a Computer Based Online Test. There is no interview. The CBT consists of two papers, each carrying 100 marks with 100 objective-type questions, for a total of 200 marks. The duration is 3 hours in a single sitting. Paper-I covers General Knowledge, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and General English. Paper-II covers professional knowledge specific to the candidate’s chosen discipline. The question paper is bilingual (English and Hindi); in case of discrepancy, the English version is final. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. Minimum qualifying marks per paper are: UR/EWS — 40; OBC — 35; SC/ST/PwD — 30. Candidates must qualify both papers separately. Merely clearing the cut-off does not guarantee selection; final merit is based on total CBT marks. Qualified candidates are subsequently called for Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Advt. 01/2026 (Mining) | Advt. 03/2026 (CBT Disciplines) |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Released | 05 May 2026 | 05 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Opens | 08 May 2026 (10:00 AM) | 12 May 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 June 2026 (6:00 PM) | 11 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| CBT / Exam Date | N/A (GATE-based) | To be notified via admit card on coalindia.in |
Application Fee
Candidates in the General (UR), OBC (Creamy Layer and Non-Creamy Layer), and EWS categories must pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹1,000 plus applicable GST of ₹180, totalling ₹1,180. SC/ST candidates, PwBD candidates, and existing employees of CIL and its subsidiaries are exempt from payment of the application fee. Payment must be made through online mode only — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable under all circumstances once paid. CIL does not collect any charges or fees other than the amount stated in the advertisement.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CIL website at www.coalindia.in.
- Navigate to Career with CIL > Jobs at Coal India.
- Click on the relevant advertisement link — Advt. 01/2026 for Mining (GATE) or Advt. 03/2026 for CBT disciplines.
- Download and read the official notification PDF in full before proceeding.
- Register using a valid email ID and active mobile number. Keep both active for at least one year after application.
- Log in with the credentials provided and fill in all personal, academic, and category details accurately.
- For Advt. 03/2026, select up to 3 preferred CBT exam city choices. City allotment is at CIL’s discretion and cannot be changed after submission.
- Upload scanned passport-size colour photograph (not older than 3 weeks) and signature in JPG/JPEG format as per the specified dimensions.
- Pay the application fee online if applicable.
- Review all entries carefully before final submission. No modifications are permitted after submission.
- Download and retain a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Hard copy or offline applications are not accepted under any circumstances. Each candidate may apply for only one discipline under Advt. 03/2026. Government/PSU employees must apply through proper channel or submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of DV/IME.
Documents Required
- Class 10 Marksheet or Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth
- Degree/final year marksheets establishing percentage and eligibility (CGPA conversion certificate from the university, if applicable)
- Valid GATE-2025 scorecard (Advt. 01/2026 applicants only)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) — OBC-NCL certificate must be issued on or after 01 April 2026
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate, if applicable
- NOC from current employer, if working in Government/PSU/Autonomous body
- Passport-size colour photograph and signature scan
Offer and Notice Verification — Scam Warning
All official communications regarding CIL MT Recruitment 2026 — including shortlist notifications, admit cards, DV/IME call letters, and appointment orders — will be issued exclusively through the CIL website (www.coalindia.in) and the registered email ID provided at the time of application. CIL does not communicate through WhatsApp, Telegram, or unofficial social media channels.
Any message, PDF, or link circulated outside the official CIL website claiming to offer selection, interview calls, or joining letters for these posts should be treated as fraudulent. CIL collects no fee except the application fee described in the official advertisement; any demand for money at any stage of recruitment — including for document processing, interview arrangement, or joining — is not authorised by CIL. Candidates who receive suspicious communications should report them to CIL’s official contact channels listed on coalindia.in and refrain from making any payments.
Official Links
- Coal India Limited — Official Careers Page (Apply Online)
- Official Notification PDF — Advt. 01/2026 (Mining, GATE-2025)
- Coal India Limited — Official Website (www.coalindia.in)
Note: The Notification PDF for Advt. 03/2026 (CBT disciplines) is available on coalindia.in under “Career with CIL > Jobs at Coal India.” Navigate there directly to download it. Do not download PDFs from third-party job sites.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I apply for both Advt. 01/2026 and Advt. 03/2026?
These are two separate advertisements with separate application portals. A candidate eligible for both may apply to each separately. However, under Advt. 03/2026, only one discipline application per candidate is permitted.
2. Is a GATE-2025 score mandatory for the CBT-route posts (Advt. 03/2026)?
No. GATE scores are not required for Advt. 03/2026. Selection for those 660 posts is based entirely on the Coal India Computer Based Test. A valid GATE-2025 score in Mining Engineering (Paper Code: MN) is mandatory only for Advt. 01/2026.
3. What happens if I score 59.99% in my degree — am I eligible?
No. The official notification explicitly states that rounding off of marks is not permitted. The minimum 60% requirement (or 55% for SC/ST) is absolute. 59.99% does not meet the threshold.
4. What is the service bond condition for selected candidates?
Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹3 lakh at the time of joining. A sum of ₹5,000 per month is deducted from salary towards this bond, which is refunded without interest after 60 months (5 years) of continuous service with CIL or its subsidiary companies.
5. Can final-year students apply for Advt. 03/2026?
Yes, but only candidates in the final semester or year of the 2025–26 academic session who expect to receive their results by 31 August 2026. They must upload marksheets up to the latest available semester at the time of application.
6. Where will selected Management Trainees be posted?
As stated in the official notification, postings can be anywhere in India, including operational and coalfield locations under CIL’s subsidiary companies. Candidates may indicate location preferences, but the final posting decision rests with CIL management and is binding.
