MCL foreman Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 500 Asst. Foreman & Technician (Electrician) Posts

MCL Recruitment 2026 is here — and if you hold an Electrical Engineering diploma or an ITI Electrician certificate, this is one of the most stable government job opportunities you’ll find this year. Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a Mini Ratna subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has officially released Employment Notice No. MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 dated 16 April 2026, inviting online applications for 500 vacancies across two posts in the E&M cadre. Applications open on 07 May 2026 and the portal closes on 28 May 2026 at 11:50 PM. Selection is entirely through a Computer Based Test (CBT) — no personal interview. If you’ve been waiting for a Central PSU job in the mining sector, this is the one to chase.

MCL foreman Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government portals often slow down near deadlines — apply a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Vacancy Details

MCL is recruiting for 500 posts split across two different positions in the Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) cadre. Here is the category-wise breakdown:

✅ Note for PwBD candidates: 6 horizontal vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for the Asst. Foreman (Electrical) post. No PwBD reservation is applicable for the Technician (Electrician) post.

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Eligibility Criteria for MCL Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

Post 1 — Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee), T&S Gr-C (E&M): You need either a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (minimum 3-year course) approved by AICTE, or a full Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE.

Post 2 — Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M): You need all three of the following:

1. Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent from any recognised Board.
2. ITI (2-year course) in the Electrician trade, issued by NCVT/SCVT, plus a minimum of 1 year on-the-job training or practical experience.
3. LT permit under Indian Electricity (IE) Rules for Mines, or a 440–550 Volt mining parts permit issued by a Competent Authority.

Age Limit (as on 28 May 2026)

The age cut-off date is 28 May 2026. You must be at least 18 years old as on that date.

💡 Pro Tip: Regardless of category relaxation, the actual upper age of any candidate (except Departmental candidates) must not exceed 56 years on the cut-off date.

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Application Fee

Fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking only. No offline payment is accepted. ⚠️ The fee is non-refundable once paid — verify your eligibility before submitting.

MCL Recruitment 2026 – Salary After Selection

This section is important — here’s what you’ll actually take home.

Post 1 — Asst. Foreman (Electrical) (Trainee): The basic pay is ₹47,330.25 per month under the National Coal Wage Agreement-XI (NCWA-XI). On top of this, selected trainees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other fringe benefits as per company rules. The estimated in-hand monthly salary (including all allowances) typically falls in the range of ₹70,000–₹80,000 per month for trainees, rising significantly upon regularisation to T&S Gr-C.

Post 2 — Technician (Electrician) (Trainee): The stipend is ₹1,583.32 per day during the training period. After successful completion of one year of training and obtaining the requisite Electrician Statutory permit/certificate, trainees are regularised as Electrician Cat-IV in the E&M cadre.

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Selection Process for MCL CBT 2026

MCL has kept the selection process straightforward — there is no personal interview. The entire process is:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 marks, objective type, multiple choice questions, no negative marking.
2. Document Verification — shortlisted candidates (1:3 ratio of vacancies) called based on CBT merit.
3. Initial Medical Examination (IME) — conducted at a company-designated hospital.
4. Final Appointment — based on CBT merit, document verification, and medical fitness.

About the CBT

• Total marks: 100
• Section A: General Awareness & Aptitude — 20 questions × 1 mark
• Section B: Technical Knowledge — 80 questions × 1 mark
• Instructions: Bilingual (English and Hindi)
• No negative marking

Qualifying Marks in CBT

In case of a marks tie, it will be resolved by Date of Birth (elder candidate preferred first), and then alphabetically by name.

✅ The merit panel is valid for 1 year from the date of declaration of results.

Health and Physical Fitness

Appointment is subject to candidates being found medically fit as per company standards. All selected candidates must undergo an Initial Medical Examination (IME) by the company’s doctor at a designated hospital. Those found unfit will be disqualified. The minimum height requirement is 60 inches (5 feet) as per the company’s Medical Attendance Rules — this does not apply to candidates with Dwarfism (Dw) applying for the Asst. Foreman post.

Career Growth After MCL Recruitment 2026

For Asst. Foreman (Electrical): Further promotion to T&S Gr-B and above will require acquiring an Electrical Supervisorship Certificate of Competency valid for Mines, as per the company’s Cadre Scheme.

For Technician (Electrician): After successfully completing one year of training in the E&M cadre and obtaining the requisite Electrician Statutory permit/certificate, trainees are regularised as Electrician Cat-IV — a permanent government PSU position.

How to Apply for MCL Recruitment 2026

💡 Before you start: Keep your photo (recent, not older than 3 weeks, JPG format) and signature scanned and saved. Have all your documents in JPG/PDF format ready — this saves time during the application.

1. Visit the official MCL website: https://mahanadicoal.in
2. Go to CAREERS → Recruitment section.
3. Click on the relevant notification for the post you want to apply for.
4. Read the important instructions and click the ‘I Agree’ button.
5. Register with your name, mobile number, and email ID. Submit to get your User ID and password via email and SMS.
6. Log back in using the User ID and password received.
7. Fill in the application form — personal details, educational qualifications, category, and sub-category.
8. Upload scanned copies of all required documents, your photograph, and signature.
9. Preview the form carefully — no corrections are possible after final submission.
10. Click Submit and proceed to make the application fee payment online (if applicable).
11. Take a printout of the submitted application form for your records.

⚠️ Do not share your login ID or password with anyone. MCL will not be responsible for any misuse.

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Frequently Asked Questions – MCL Recruitment 2026

Conclusion

MCL Recruitment 2026 is a solid opportunity in a Central Government PSU with guaranteed job security, strong pay, and real career growth in the mining sector. With 500 vacancies and a purely CBT-based selection process — no interview, no group discussion — your merit is all that matters. The application window is short: 07 May to 28 May 2026. Don’t leave this to the last moment. Verify your eligibility today, gather your documents, and apply well before the deadline.

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Disclaimer: This article is based on the official employment notice (No. MCL/HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 dated 16 April 2026) issued by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited. Govtserviceinfo.com is not affiliated with MCL or Coal India Limited. All vacancy figures are tentative and subject to change by MCL management. Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification at mahanadicoal.in before submitting their application. We are not responsible for any errors or omissions in this post.