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Coal India Limited (CIL) has officially released the Management Trainee (MT) Recruitment 2026 notification under Advt No. 03/2026 for a total of 660 Posts across 9 engineering and management disciplines. Eligible candidates holding a BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engineering Degree with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) can apply online from 12 May 2026 to 11 June 2026 (upto 6:00 PM) at the official CIL recruitment portal. This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering graduates to join one of India’s largest public sector undertakings (PSU) as a Management Trainee.
📊 Trade-Wise Vacancy Details
| Trade / Discipline | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 178 | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg in Civil Engineering – 60% Marks |
| Electrical | 221 | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg in Electrical Engineering – 60% Marks |
| Mechanical | 145 | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg in Mechanical Engineering – 60% Marks |
| System (IT) | 43 | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg in Computer Science / IT – 60% Marks |
| Electronics & Communication | 38 | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engg in Electronics & Communication – 60% Marks |
| Geology | 15 | M.Sc in Geology / Applied Geology – 60% Marks |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 | BE / B.Tech in Industrial Engineering / Production – 60% Marks |
| Rajbhasha Hindi | 05 | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a subject – 60% Marks |
| Company Secretary | 04 | Graduate + ACS / FCS from ICSI – 60% Marks |
| Total | 660 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (Trade Wise):
Engineering Trades (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / Systems / Electronics & Communication / Industrial Engineering):
- BE / B.Tech / B.Sc Engineering in relevant branch from a recognized university / institute
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree
- SC / ST candidates: Minimum 55% marks required
- Candidates must have a full-time regular degree — distance / part-time degrees not accepted
- AMIE qualification also considered (subject to fulfillment of all conditions)
Geology:
- M.Sc in Geology / Applied Geology from a recognized university
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST)
Rajbhasha Hindi:
- Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as one of the subjects at graduation level
- OR Master’s Degree in Sanskrit / English / Economics / Commerce with Hindi as a subject at graduate level
- Minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST)
Company Secretary:
- Graduate in any stream from a recognized university
- ACS / FCS (Associate / Fellow Member of ICSI) — The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
- Minimum 60% marks in graduation (55% for SC/ST)
Age Limit (as on 30 April 2026):
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- No minimum age specified
- Age relaxation as per Coal India MT 2026 Recruitment Rules:
- SC / ST: 5 years relaxation
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- PH / Divyang: 10 years relaxation (15 years for SC/ST PH)
- Ex-Serviceman: As per Central Government rules
Nationality:
- Indian National only
📝 Selection Process for Coal India MT 2026
The selection for CIL Management Trainee 2026 will be conducted in the following stages:
Stage 1 – Online Written Examination (CBT)
- Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted through a centralized exam system
- Two sections: Trade Specific Technical Paper and General Aptitude / Reasoning
- Trade-wise separate question papers
- Qualifying marks as per CIL MT 2026 norms (category-wise cut-off)
- Candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit are called for the next stage
Stage 2 – Skill / Proficiency Test (for applicable trades)
- For Rajbhasha Hindi and Company Secretary posts — written / practical skill test may be conducted
- Qualifying in nature
Stage 3 – Document Verification (DV)
- Verification of all original educational certificates, age proof, category certificate, and ID proof
- Engineering degree with mark sheets, GATE score (if applicable), and other relevant documents required
Stage 4 – Pre-Employment Medical Examination
- Comprehensive medical fitness check at designated CIL / subsidiary hospitals
- Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards for executive posts in CIL
Stage 5 – Final Merit List & Appointment
- Final merit list prepared based on written exam score
- Selected candidates posted to CIL and its subsidiary companies across India
🎯 How to Apply Online for Coal India MT 2026
- Visit the official CIL recruitment portal linked at coalindia.in or directly at cdn.digialm.com
- Click on “CIL Management Trainee MT 2026 – Apply Online” link
- Click on “New Registration” and register using your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number
- Login with your registered credentials and fill in the application form carefully
- Enter your personal details, educational qualification, trade preference, and other information
- Upload all required documents — Passport-size Photo, Signature, Degree Certificate, Category Certificate (in prescribed format and size)
- Pay the application fee of ₹1180/- (if applicable) through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / E-Challan
- Review all details carefully in the Preview section before final submission
- Submit the application form before 11 June 2026 at 6:00 PM
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference
📋 Documents Required for Application
- Valid Email ID and Active Mobile Number
- Scanned Passport-size Photograph (recent, white background, JPG format)
- Scanned Signature (black ink on white paper, JPG format)
- Engineering Degree Certificate / Provisional Certificate with Marksheets
- Class 10th Certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Category Certificate — SC / ST / OBC / EWS (if applicable)
- PH / Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport)
- GATE Score Card (if GATE score is used for shortlisting — check notification)
