Mahanadi Coalfields Limited has released the MCL Recruitment 2026 Notification for 667 vacancies, including Junior Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor, Translator, and Technician posts. The online application process will start from 16/03/2026 at the official website www.mahanadicoal.in.
Candidates will be selected through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
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MCL Recruitment 2026 Notification Details
| Organization Name | Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) |
| Parent Company | Coal India Limited |
| Post Name | Junior Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor, Translator, Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 667 |
| Notification Date | 21/02/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 16/03/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06/04/2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Official Website | www.mahanadicoal.in |
MCL Vacancy 2026 Details
MCL has announced 664 regular vacancies and 3 backlog vacancies, making a total of 667 posts.
Post-wise Vacancy (Regular)
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Overman | 77 | 18 | 29 | 46 | 22 | 192 |
| Mining Sirdar | 176 | 43 | 77 | 88 | 64 | 448 |
| Surveyor | 10 | – | 8 | 1 | 14 | 24 |
| Total | 263 | 61 | 114 | 135 | 100 | 664 |
Backlog Vacancies
| Post Name | Total | SC | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Translator (OL, Clerical Gr. III) | 01 | 01 | – |
| Technician (Pathology) | 02 | 01 | 01 |
| Total | 03 | 02 | 01 |
MCL Eligibility Criteria 2026
Age Limit
Age Limit as on 06/04/2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age (UR/EWS): 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service Period + 3 Years |
| PwD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Departmental Candidates | No Upper Age Limit |
Maximum age should not exceed 56 years (except departmental candidates).
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Junior Overman | Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering + Valid Overman Certificate from DGMS + First Aid & Gas Testing Certificate |
| Mining Sirdar | 10+2 OR Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering + Valid Sirdar Certificate from DGMS |
| Surveyor | 10+2 OR Diploma/Degree in Mining/Mine Surveying + Valid Survey Certificate |
| Translator | B.A. with Hindi & English (Diploma in Hindi Translation preferred) |
| Technician (Pathology) | Diploma in Pathology |
MCL Application Fee 2026
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 1,180 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Female / CIL Employees | Rs 0 |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking.
MCL Selection Process 2026
Selection will be based on:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
CBT Highlights
- Objective-type questions
- No negative marking
- Bilingual (English & Hindi)
- Two sections:
- Section A – General Awareness & Aptitude
- Section B – Technical Knowledge
MCL Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | General Awareness & Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Section B | Technical Knowledge | 80 | 80 |
| Total | — | 100 | 100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 45 |
| OBC (NCL) | 35 |
| SC/ST | 40 |
MCL Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive salary as per NCWA-XI pay scale along with allowances.
| Post | Basic Pay (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| Junior Overman | Rs 47,330.25 |
| Mining Sirdar | Rs 47,330.25 |
| Surveyor | Rs 51,103.12 |
| Translator | Rs 41,966.51 |
| Technician | Rs 47,330.25 |
How to Apply for MCL Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: mahanadicoal.in
- Go to Careers → Recruitment section.
- Click on the MCL Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Register with your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and download the application form for future reference.