Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released an Employment Notification (Ref. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246) dated 10 July 2026 inviting online applications from Indian nationals for the statutory mining posts of Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C (254 posts) and Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B (5 posts) – a total of 259 vacancies. These posts are for regular deployment across NCL’s Mines/Establishments in Singrauli District (Madhya Pradesh) and Sonebhadra District (Uttar Pradesh). Candidates holding a valid Mining Sirdarship/Surveyor’s Certificate of Competency (or equivalent DGMS-recognized qualification) can apply online from 14 July 2026, 10:00 AM to 5 August 2026, 11:59 PM. Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) – there is no interview. Candidates are advised to read the complete official Employment Notification carefully before applying.
Important Note: A candidate can apply for only ONE post against this Employment Notification. No relaxation in minimum educational qualification is admissible for any category. Mere issuance of an Admit Card does not imply final clearance – candidature remains provisional until eligibility is verified against original documents after clearing the CBT. Qualifications acquired through distance learning/part-time study will not be considered. If more than one application is received from a candidate, only the most recent application will be treated as final.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited |
| Reference No. | NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246 |
| Date of Publication | 10 July 2026 |
| Posts | Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C, Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B |
| Total Vacancies | 259 (Mining Sirdar: 254; Surveyor: 5) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Singrauli District (MP) and Sonebhadra District (UP) |
| Opening Date | 14 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Closing Date | 5 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Crucial Date (Age/Eligibility/Reservation) | 5 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) only, no interview |
| Official Website | www.nclcil.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 14 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 5 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Crucial Date (Eligibility, Reservation, Relaxation) | 5 August 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) Date | Not yet released – will be intimated through notice and Admit Card |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-Non Creamy Layer / EWS | Rs. 1,000/- + GST Rs. 180/- = Rs. 1,180/- |
| SC / ST / ESM / Departmental Candidates | Nil |
- Applications without the prescribed fee will not be entertained and will be summarily rejected – no representation against such rejection will be considered.
- Fee once paid will neither be refunded nor adjusted under any circumstances.
- Any tax or bank charges other than the application fee will be borne by the candidate.
- Fee is payable through online mode only.
Vacancy Details – Total 259 Posts (Category-Wise)
Total Vacancy (Including Backlog)
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C | 101 | 25 | 51 | 13 | 64 | 254 |
| Surveyor T&S Gr. B (Mining) | 22 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
Backlog Vacancies (Included Within Total Above)
| Post Name | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Surveyor T&S Gr. B (Mining) | 1 | 0 | Not specified |
Note: As per Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment guidelines and CIL/C5A/MP&IR/RPwD/75 dated 27/09/2024, Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts do not fall under the identified list for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD); reservation for PwBD is not applicable for these posts. Total and reserved vacancies are provisional and may vary as per actual requirements.
Eligibility – Educational Qualification
Mining Sirdar, T&S Gr. C
Option 1:
- Matriculate or equivalent from any recognized Board.
- Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017, or any other certificate entitling the applicant to work as Mining Sirdar.
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate.
- Valid First Aid Certificate.
Option 2:
- Matriculate or equivalent from any recognized Board.
- Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering from any recognized Institute.
- Valid Overman Competency Certificate issued by DGMS, or any other certificate entitling the applicant to work as Mining Sirdar.
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate.
- Valid First Aid Certificate.
Surveyor, T&S Gr. B
Option 1:
- Matriculate or equivalent from any recognized Board.
- Valid Surveyors’ Certificate of Competency (SCC) granted under Coal Mines Regulation 2017, or any other certificate entitling the applicant to work as Surveyor in Mines.
Option 2:
- Degree or Diploma in Mining/Mine Surveying Engineering from any recognized Institute.
- Valid Surveyors’ Certificate of Competency (SCC) granted under Coal Mines Regulation 2017.
The prescribed qualifications are the minimum requirement; candidates with higher and relevant qualifications may also apply. Qualifications via distance learning/part-time study will not be considered.
Age Limit (As on Crucial Date, 5 August 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age Relaxation Beyond Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | No relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Centre List | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Actual period of service rendered in defence + 3 years (SC/ST/OBC candidates also under ESM category get cumulative relaxation, subject to actual age not exceeding 50 years) |
| Departmental Candidates (all CIL and subsidiary employees) | No upper age limit |
The Date of Birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate, or an equivalent certificate issued by a Central/State Board, will be considered valid.
Pay Scale and Probation Period
| Post | Entry Level Grade & Pay Scale (as per NCWA-XI) | Probation Period | Grade After Successful Probation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade C | T&S Gr. C (Monthly Rated); Basic pay Rs. 47,330.25 per month | 6 Months | T&S Gr. C |
| Surveyor, T&S Grade B | T&S Gr. B (Monthly Rated); Basic pay Rs. 51,103.12 per month | 6 Months | T&S Gr. B |
Besides basic pay, the post carries other allowances such as DA, attendance bonus, special allowance, transport subsidy, and medical facility as per the Company’s rules/National Coal Wage Agreement.
Reservation Highlights
- Reservation of SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/ESM applies as per Government of India rules, guidelines, and amendments from time to time.
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates applying against Unreserved (UR) posts will not get relaxation in age or minimum qualifying marks, and will be treated at par with UR candidates for selection (fee exemption still applies for SC/ST in such cases).
- Candidates seeking reservation must submit valid requisite certificates in the prescribed proforma.
- OBC (NCL) candidates must ensure their caste certificate is valid and they do not fall in the creamy layer as on the Crucial Date.
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS candidates selected on their own merit without relaxed standards will be accommodated against unreserved vacancies, not adjusted against reserved vacancies.
- Ex-servicemen who have already secured Government employment in Group C & D posts on a regular basis after availing ESM benefits are not eligible for ESM reservation and fee concession again.
- EWS candidates must submit a valid Income & Asset certificate, based on gross annual income of FY 2025-2026.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
- Eligible candidates meeting minimum eligibility (as on the Crucial Date) must appear for a Computer Based Test (CBT). Selection is based on relative CBT score.
- Candidates appear in the CBT solely on the basis of self-declared eligibility in the online application; scrutiny/verification of eligibility claims happens only after CBT results, and only for candidates who clear the cut-off.
- CBT is conducted separately for each post, carries 100 marks, and is of 90 minutes duration in one sitting.
CBT Structure
| Section | Topics | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | Technical Knowledge (discipline-related) | 70 MCQs |
| Section B | General Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning, Verbal & Mental Ability, Quantitative Aptitude | 30 MCQs |
- Each question carries 1 mark; there is NO negative marking and no marks for unattempted questions.
- The question paper is bilingual (English and Hindi); in case of ambiguity, the English version is final.
- CBT will be held at Test Cities mentioned in the online application form; candidates may opt for their preferred city, which cannot be changed after submission.
Minimum Cut-Off Marks
| Post | Maximum Marks | Category | Minimum Cut-Off Marks Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C | 100 | UR, EWS | 50 marks |
| SC/ST/ESM/OBC-NCL | 40 marks | ||
| Surveyor T&S Gr. B (Mining) | 100 | UR, EWS | 50 marks |
| SC/ST/ESM/OBC-NCL | 40 marks |
Candidates scoring equal to or above the cut-off will be notified for scrutiny/verification of testimonials, in order of merit position, up to the extent positions remain unfilled. Tie-breaker order: (1) higher score in Section A, (2) older Date of Birth preferred, (3) alphabetical order of name as per matriculation certificate.
Syllabus – Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C (Section A, 70 Marks)
- Opencast coal mine working; bench formation, dump management, and haul road design
- Shot firing and transport/use of explosives in mines
- Safety issues in opencast workings, transport of material, working at heights, marching and deployment of heavy machines
- Preliminary idea about reclamation operation in opencast mining
- Preliminary understanding of safety management plan
- Provisions of the Coal Mines Regulations 2017, Rules and Bye-laws under the Mines Act 1952, relating to safety of persons and duties of Sirdars/Shot firers
- Mines Rules 1955, Mines Vocational Training Rules 1966, Mines Rescue Rules 1985, DGMS Circulars
- Writing of reports
Syllabus – Mine Surveyor T&S Gr. B (Section A, 70 Marks)
Linear measurement, chain surveying, optical square; EDM principles and instrument selection; angular measurement (prismatic compass, bearing, local attraction, magnetic declination); plan table surveying and contouring; miners’ dials; theodolite and traverse calculations; total stations; levelling (types, contouring); tachometry; controlled surveys (triangulation, trilateration, GPS, total station); field astronomy, Gyro Theodolite; national grid, map projections, geodesy; photogrammetry and remote sensing; theory of errors; area/volume calculation, earthwork estimation; borehole surveying, dip, strike, outcrop and fault problems; mine plans, legislation, duties of surveyors; geological map reading; computer applications (Surpac, AutoCAD, Liscad, Autoplotter, Riscan Pro); dump/high wall stability monitoring; modern survey equipment (3D Terrestrial Laser Scanner, GPS, Drone).
Syllabus – Section B (Common for All Posts, 30 Marks)
- General Knowledge: India and international relations, General Science
- General Awareness: Sports, Defense, Books, Prizes, Indian democracy
- Reasoning, Verbal & Mental Ability: Synonym & Antonym (Hindi/English), Grammar, Relationship
- Quantitative Aptitude: Work relationship, Profit & Loss, Speed
Required Documents
- Scanned recent passport-size colour photograph (not older than 3 weeks, jpg/jpeg)
- Scanned signature in black ink pen (jpg/jpeg)
- Scanned Matriculation/Secondary Board level certificate
- Mining Sirdar: valid Mining Sirdar/Overman’s Certificate of Competency (DGMS), valid Gas Testing Certificate, valid First Aid Certificate; Degree/Diploma in Mining Engineering (if applicable)
- Surveyor: valid Surveyor’s Certificate of Competency (SCC); Degree/Diploma in Mining/Mine Surveying Engineering (if applicable)
- OBC (NCL)/SC/ST candidates: self-attested valid caste certificate in prescribed format
- EWS candidates: self-attested valid Income & Asset certificate (FY 2025-2026)
- Self-attested certificate for J&K domicile (if applicable)
How to Apply for NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor Recruitment 2026?
- Log in to the official NCL website at www.nclcil.in → Career → Recruitment → Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of various Statutory posts → Apply Online.
- Read the complete Employment Notification carefully (available in English and Hindi) to assess your eligibility.
- Candidates other than SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental Candidates must pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1,180/- online.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature, and all required documents as specified.
- A candidate can apply for only a single post against this Employment Notification.
- Verify all details (DOB, Category, Contact Details, Qualifications) carefully before final submission – no correction is possible after submission.
- If more than one application is received, the most recent application is treated as final.
- No hard copies of the application or testimonials need to be posted or dispatched to NCL.
Important Note: The last date for online submission is 5 August 2026, 11:59 PM, which is also the Crucial Date for eligibility, reservation, and age relaxation. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Instructions
- A candidate can apply for only one post against this Employment Notification.
- All qualifications must be recognized by AICTE/UGC/appropriate Indian Statutory Authorities.
- No relaxation in minimum educational qualification is admissible for any category.
- Where Grade (CGPA/OGPA/DGPA) is awarded, a conversion certificate from the concerned Board/University must be produced at document verification.
- Candidates employed in Govt./Semi-Govt./PSU/Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at document verification, if shortlisted, and must resign before joining NCL upon final selection.
- Selected candidates could be posted at any NCL Mine/Establishment and are liable to be transferred to other Coal India Limited subsidiaries during service.
- Appointment is subject to being found medically fit as per CIL’s Medical Examination Rules.
- SC/ST candidates called for CBT will be paid up to IInd Class Non-AC fare, subject to submitting the TA Claim format with required enclosures.
- No TA/DA is paid for appearing in CBT, scrutiny/verification, or joining, except as provided in the notification.
- Court of Jurisdiction for any dispute is the Honorable High Court of Jabalpur, M.P.
- Candidates must have an active email ID and mobile number valid for at least the next one year, as all correspondence will be through these or the NCL website.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF (English) | Click Here |
| Official NCL Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in NCL Recruitment 2026 for Mining Sirdar and Surveyor?
✅ There are 254 vacancies for Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C and 5 vacancies for Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B, totaling 259 posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for NCL Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date for online submission is 5 August 2026, up to 11:59 PM. This is also the Crucial Date for determining eligibility and reservation/relaxation benefits.
Q3. What is the age limit for NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts?
✅ Candidates must be at least 18 years and not more than 30 years as on the Crucial Date (5 August 2026), with age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), Ex-Servicemen (service period + 3 years), and no upper age limit for Departmental Candidates.
Q4. What is the application fee for NCL Recruitment 2026?
✅ General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates pay Rs. 1,180/- (Rs. 1,000 + GST). SC/ST/ESM/Departmental candidates are exempted.
Q5. What is the pay scale for Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts?
✅ Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C carries a basic pay of Rs. 47,330.25 per month, and Surveyor T&S Gr. B carries a basic pay of Rs. 51,103.12 per month, plus other allowances per the National Coal Wage Agreement.
Q6. What is the selection process for NCL Recruitment 2026?
✅ Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks (90 minutes), followed by document scrutiny/verification for candidates who clear the cut-off, in order of merit.
Q7. Can a candidate apply for both Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts?
✅ No. A candidate can apply for only a single post against this Employment Notification.
Q8. What documents are needed for Mining Sirdar eligibility?
✅ Candidates need a Matriculation certificate, a valid Mining Sirdar/Overman’s Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS, a valid Gas Testing Certificate, and a valid First Aid Certificate (or a Mining Engineering degree/diploma with Overman certification as an alternate route).
Q9. When will the Computer Based Test (CBT) be held?
✅ The CBT date is not yet released. It will be intimated through a notice and the Admit Card, available for download through the individual login portal on the NCL website.
Q10. Is there a probation period for these posts?
✅ Yes. Both Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts carry a probation period of 6 months.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. Category-wise figures for the Surveyor post should be cross-verified against the official notification due to a possible formatting inconsistency in the source table. Vacancies are provisional and may vary as per actual requirements. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official Employment Notification and website at nclcil.in before applying.
