The Mahanadi Coalfields Limited has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. MCL /HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311) to fill 500 Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Traineе), T&S Gr-C (E&M), Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this Mahanadi Coalfields Limited i.e. https://www.mahanadicoal.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 07.05.2026 at 10.00 AM for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 28.05.2026 at 11.50 PM.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications ITI, Diploma, B.E/B.Tech can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Sambalpur (Odisha) . Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
MCL Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Mahanadi Coalfields Limited |
| Notification No: MCL /HQ/Recruitment/Open/2026/311 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 500 Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Traineе), T&S Gr-C (E&M), Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) Posts |
| Place of Posting: Sambalpur (Odisha) |
| Starting Date: 07.05.2026 at 10.00 AM |
| Last Date: 28.05.2026 at 11.50 PM |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://www.mahanadicoal.in/ |
Current MCL Job Openings:
- Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Traineе), T&S Gr-C (E&M) – 150 Posts
- Technician (Electrician Trade) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) – 350 Posts
MCL Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for MCL:
- Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Traineе), T&S Gr-C (E&M) –
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Minimum 3 years course) approved by AICTE / Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE
- Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) –
- Matriculate or equivalent examination passed from any recognized Board of examination.
- ITI (Two years course) in Electrician Trade along with Trade certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT and minimum One year training / on the job training/on the job practical experience.
- LT permit under IE rules for Mines or 440-550 Volts mining parts permit issued by Competent Authority.
Age Limit for MCL: (As on 28.05.2026)
- For General (UR) & EWS Applicants – 18 to 30 Years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for MCL:
- Assistant Foreman (Electrical) (Traineе), T&S Gr-C (E&M) – Rs.47330.25/-
- Technician (Electrician) (Trainee), Cat-III (E&M) – Rs.1583.32/-
Method of Selection for MCL:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Certificate Verification
Application Fee for MCL:
- For Female/ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.1180/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 07.05.2026 at 10.00 AM and 28.05.2026 at 11.50 PM (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Mahanadi Coalfields Limited website https://www.mahanadicoal.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 07.05.2026 at 10.00 AM
- Closing Date of online application portal: 28.05.2026 at 11.50 PM
MCL Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of MCL: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for MCL: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for MCL: Click Here to Apply |
