The NCL Vacancy 2026 notifications released by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) a Coal India Limited subsidiary and one of India’s largest coal-producing companies, operating 10 opencast mines in the Singrauli coalfield region cover two significant hiring drives this year: a 577-post Trainee and Paramedical Recruitment under Ref. No. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125 dated April 6, 2026, with applications now closed (May 1, 2026), and a 270-post Assistant Foreman Recruitment whose Computer-Based Examination was successfully conducted on April 26, 2026. Both NCL Vacancy 2026 drives target technical and support staff for NCL’s mines and establishments in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh and Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. Candidates who applied in the online window must now prepare for the upcoming written examination stages and monitor nclcil.in for exam dates, admit cards, and result announcements.
NCL Vacancy 2026: All Active Drives at a Glance
| Drive | Posts | Vacancies | Application Period | Exam Date | Status |
| HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical & Overseer (Civil) | HEMM Operator, Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Technician (Pathological), Overseer Civil | 577 | April 9 – May 1, 2026 | To be announced | Applications Closed — Exam Pending |
| Assistant Foreman (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) | Assistant Foreman | 270 | February 11 – March 5, 2026 | April 26, 2026 (Conducted) | Exam Done — Result Pending |
| Supervisory Cadre CBT (Multiple posts) | Multiple Grade C/D supervisory posts | Multiple | Earlier 2026 | April 26, 2026 (Conducted) | Objection Management Window Active |
NCL Vacancy 2026: 577-Post Trainee Drive — Post-Wise Breakdown
The NCL Vacancy 2026 Trainee notification (Ref. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125) covers the following posts with exact vacancy distribution:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Dumper Operator (Trainee) | 308 |
| Dozer Operator (Trainee) | 52 |
| Surface Miner Operator (Trainee) | 43 |
| Grader Operator (Trainee) | 34 |
| Pay Loader Operator (Trainee) | 18 |
| Crane Operator (Trainee) | 17 |
| Staff Nurse (Trainee) – T&S Grade C | 47 |
| Pharmacist (Trainee) – T&S Grade C | 4 |
| Technician (Pathological) (Trainee) – T&S Grade C | 12 |
| Overseer (Civil) | 30 |
| Other Paramedical Posts | Balance up to 577 |
| Total | 577 |
NCL Vacancy 2026: Eligibility Criteria — Trainee Drive
Every candidate who applied for the NCL Vacancy 2026 Trainee recruitment must meet these post-specific qualifications:
HEMM Operators (Dumper, Dozer, Surface Miner, Grader, Pay Loader, Crane):
- Qualification: Class 10 (Matriculation) pass from a recognized Board
- Licence: Valid Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Driving Licence issued by a competent authority as on the closing date
Staff Nurse (Trainee):
- 10+2 (Science) pass + B.Sc. Nursing or GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) from a recognized institution
- Valid registration from any State Nursing Council under the Indian Nursing Council Act
Pharmacist (Trainee):
- 10+2 (Science) pass + Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from an AICTE/PCI-recognized institution
- Valid registration with the Pharmacy Council under the Pharmacy Act, 1948
Technician (Pathological):
- 10+2 (Science) with relevant laboratory qualification from a recognized institution
Overseer (Civil):
- Class 10 pass + 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized polytechnic or institution
Age Limit (as on April 9, 2026) for all Trainee Posts:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| General / UR | 18 years | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 33 years |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 35 years |
| PwBD | 18 years | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | As per Govt. of India norms |
NCL Vacancy 2026: Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates under NCL Vacancy 2026 Trainee Recruitment receive the following pay as per NCL’s Wage Agreement under Coal India Limited:
| Post | Pay Scale / Emoluments |
| HEMM Operator (Trainee) | Grade-D: ₹24,500 basic (+ DA, variable pay) — approx. ₹35,000 – ₹42,000/month gross |
| Staff Nurse (Trainee) – T&S Grade C | Grade-C: ₹26,000 basic — approx. ₹38,000 – ₹45,000/month gross |
| Pharmacist (Trainee) – T&S Grade C | Grade-C: ₹26,000 basic — approx. ₹38,000 – ₹45,000/month gross |
| Overseer (Civil) | Grade-C: ₹26,000 basic — approx. ₹38,000 – ₹45,000/month gross |
| Assistant Foreman | Grade-C: ₹26,000 basic — approx. ₹38,000 – ₹46,000/month gross |
In addition to basic pay, all NCL employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), variable pay (productivity-linked), subsidized medical facilities, CIL Provident Fund, Gratuity, LTC, and Coal India-provided quarter facilities at mine sites.
NCL Vacancy 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹0 (Exempted) |
The fee was paid online through the NCL recruitment portal during the application process (April 9 – May 1, 2026). Applications are now closed — fee details listed here are for reference purposes.
NCL Vacancy 2026: Selection Process
The NCL Vacancy 2026 Trainee recruitment follows a four-stage selection process:
Stage 1 — Computer-Based Test (CBT):
An online objective multiple-choice test covering General Knowledge, General Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and Post-Specific Technical Knowledge (trade-relevant questions). The exam date for the 577-post Trainee drive is yet to be announced — candidates must track nclcil.in regularly.
Stage 2 — Skill Test:
For HEMM Operator posts, a practical driving/equipment operation skill test determines hands-on competency with heavy mining machinery. This stage is mandatory for all HEMM Operator categories — candidates failing the skill test do not proceed regardless of CBT performance.
Stage 3 — Document Verification:
Shortlisted candidates verify originals of Class 10 certificate, driving licence, paramedical council registration, diploma/degree, category certificate, age proof, and experience documents.
Stage 4 — Medical Examination:
Final-stage candidates undergo a standard medical fitness examination at an NCL-authorized medical facility. Appointment follows successful medical clearance as per NCL’s prescribed health standards for underground and surface mine workers.
NCL Vacancy 2026: Assistant Foreman (270 Posts) — Exam Update
The NCL Vacancy 2026 Assistant Foreman recruitment under a separate February 2026 notification covered 270 posts in Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil disciplines, with applications open from February 11 to March 5, 2026. The Computer-Based Examination was successfully conducted on April 26, 2026, and MSAPL’s objection management/feedback query portal for the April 26 exam was active as of April 29, 2026, per NCLCIL’s official website.
Candidates who appeared in the April 26 exam must check nclcil.in → Recruitment for the official answer key release, objection window closing date, and result announcement.
NCL Vacancy 2026: Official Resources
| Resource | Details |
| Official NCL Website | nclcil.in |
| Recruitment Page | nclcil.in/data-listing/pages/recruitment |
| Trainee Notification PDF | nclcil.in/media/documents/Notice-Eng.pdf |
| Job Location | Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh & Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh |
| Parent Company | Coal India Limited (CIL) — Miniratna Category-I PSU |
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