Coal India Limited (CIL) has released a recruitment notification for 660 Management Trainee (MT) posts across various disciplines. Selection will be based solely on a Computer Based Test (CBT) without any interview.
Vacancy Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) |
| Grade | E-1 Grade |
| Total Vacancies | 660 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Selection Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.coalindia.in |
| Bond Period | 60 Months |
| Bond Amount | ₹3,00,000 |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Advertisement Date | 05 May 2026 |
Organization Details
| Particulars | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Coal India Limited (CIL) |
| Ownership | Government of India Undertaking |
| Status | Maharatna PSU |
| Ministry | Ministry of Coal |
| Headquarters | Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Coal Production Share | Around 75% of India’s Coal Production |
| Employees | Approx. 2.12 Lakh |
Coal India Limited is the world’s largest coal-producing company and plays a significant role in India’s energy security. The company is also expanding into “Coal to Chemicals” and other diversified businesses.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 May 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified through Admit Card |
Post-wise Vacancies
| Discipline | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 72 | 17 | 26 | 13 | 46 | 178 |
| Electrical | 91 | 22 | 33 | 16 | 59 | 221 |
| Mechanical | 61 | 14 | 21 | 10 | 39 | 145 |
| System | 19 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 43 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 18 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 38 |
| Geology | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Company Secretary | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Grand Total | 278 | 61 | 94 | 45 | 169 | 660 |
Educational Qualification
| Discipline | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Civil | BE/B.Tech Civil Engineering with 60% Marks |
| Electrical | BE/B.Tech Electrical Engineering with 60% Marks |
| Mechanical | BE/B.Tech Mechanical Engineering with 60% Marks |
| System | First Class BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) in Computer Science/IT or MCA |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg.) with 60% Marks |
| Geology | M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology/Applied Geology/Geophysics with 60% Marks |
| Industrial Engineering | Degree in Industrial Engineering with 60% Marks |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | MA Hindi with 60% Marks + Graduation with Hindi & English |
| Company Secretary | Graduate + Associate/Fellow Membership of ICSI |
Minimum Marks Requirement
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 60% |
| OBC-NCL | 60% |
| EWS | 60% |
| SC | 55% |
| ST | 55% |
| PwBD | 55% |
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 30 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 33 Years |
| SC/ST | 35 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 40 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 43 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 45 Years |
Age Calculation Date: 30 April 2026
Salary & Benefits
Pay Scale
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Grade | E-1 |
| Pay Scale | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹60,000 per month |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Performance Related Pay (PRP)
- Medical Facilities
- Leave Benefits
- Gratuity
- CMPF
- CMPS
- Executive Pension Scheme
Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Selection will be based only on CBT marks. No Interview will be conducted.
CBT Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | GK, Current Affairs, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English | 100 |
| Paper-II | Professional Knowledge (Discipline Specific) | 100 |
| Total | Combined | 200 |
Key Features
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online CBT |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Questions | 200 MCQs |
| Marks per Question | 1 Mark |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Languages | English & Hindi |
CBT Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks in Each Paper |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40 |
| OBC-NCL | 35 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | 30 |
Service Bond
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Bond Value | ₹3,00,000 |
| Service Period | 60 Months |
| Monthly Deduction | ₹5,000 |
| Refund | After completion of 60 Months |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | ₹1180 |
| OBC (NCL & CL) | ₹1180 |
| EWS | ₹1180 |
| SC | Exempted |
| ST | Exempted |
| PwBD | Exempted |
| CIL Employees | Exempted |
Fee includes GST. Payment mode is Online only.
Documents Required
Mandatory Documents
| Document | Required |
|---|---|
| Passport Size Photograph | Yes |
| Signature | Yes |
| 10th Certificate | Yes |
| Graduation Mark Sheets | Yes |
| Degree Certificate | Yes |
| Category Certificate | If Applicable |
| EWS Certificate | If Applicable |
| PwBD Certificate | If Applicable |
| NOC | Govt/PSU Employees |
| ICSI Membership Certificate | CS Candidates |
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official Coal India website.
- Click Career with CIL.
- Open Jobs at Coal India.
- Register using Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay application fee (if applicable).
- Submit application.
- Download and save application form.
Reservation Benefits
| Category | Reservation Available |
|---|---|
| SC | Yes |
| ST | Yes |
| OBC-NCL | Yes |
| EWS | Yes |
| PwBD | Yes |
| Ex-Servicemen | Yes |
Reservations will be provided as per Government of India norms.
More Detail Visit http://www.coalindia.in
Posting Details
- Candidates can be posted in any Coal India subsidiary.
- Posting can be anywhere in India.
- Candidates must provide three posting preferences.
- Final posting depends on organizational requirements.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.coalindia.in |
| Official Advertisement | Download |
| Online Application | Available on CIL Website |
| Recruitment Email | mtrecruitment.cil@coalindia.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in Coal India MT Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 660 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the salary of Coal India Management Trainee?
Answer: ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 with initial basic pay of ₹60,000.
Q3. Is there any interview?
Answer: No. Selection is based only on CBT performance.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Answer: ₹1180 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates.
Q5. What is the age limit?
Answer: Maximum 30 years for General/EWS candidates.
Q6. Is there negative marking in CBT?
Answer: No negative marking.
Q7. Can final year students apply?
Answer: Yes, if results are expected by 31 August 2026.
Q8. What is the service bond amount?
Answer: ₹3,00,000 with 60 months mandatory service.
Q9. What is the duration of training?
Answer: One year training-cum-probation period.
Q10. Where can I apply?
Answer: Through the official Coal India website under “Career with CIL”.
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Quick Summary
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Coal India Limited |
| Post | Management Trainee |
| Vacancies | 660 |
| Salary | ₹60,000–1,80,000 |
| Selection | CBT Only |
| Interview | No |
| Age Limit | 30 Years |
| Fee | ₹1180 |
| Apply Dates | 12 May – 11 June 2026 |
| Official Website | www.coalindia.in |
Source: Coal India Limited Management Trainee Recruitment Advertisement No. 03/2026.