MCL Recruitment 2026 — 667 Posts, Salary, Eligibility & Selection Process

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, released a major recruitment notification in 2026 for 667 vacancies across technical and clerical posts — Junior Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor, Translator, and Technician (Pathology). This is one of the biggest PSU mining-sector recruitment drives in Odisha this year, offering strong NCWA-XI pay scale, job security, and long-term career growth.

Online applications were accepted from 16 March 2026 to 6 April 2026 at mahanadicoal.in. Selection is purely through a Computer Based Test (CBT) — there is no interview round, making exam preparation the single most important factor for success. This guide covers complete eligibility, salary breakdown, DGMS certificate requirements, and the CBT exam pattern.

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MCL Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy Details

Post	Vacancies	Grade
Mining Sirdar	448	T&S Gr-C
Jr. Overman	192	T&S Gr-C
Surveyor	24	T&S Gr-B
Translator (OL, Clerical)	1	Clerical Gr. III
Technician (Pathology)	2	T&S Gr-C
Total	667

Mining Sirdar has the highest number of posts, which statistically improves selection chances compared to Jr. Overman. Surveyor posts are limited and expected to see intense competition.

MCL Recruitment 2026 — Eligibility Criteria

Educational & Professional Qualification

Post	Qualification Required
Jr. Overman	Diploma (3 years) or Degree in Mining Engineering from a recognised institute, plus valid DGMS Overman Competency Certificate, First Aid, and Gas Testing Certificate
Mining Sirdar	10+2 or Diploma, plus valid DGMS Sirdar Competency Certificate
Surveyor	Diploma/Degree in Mining/Surveying plus valid Survey Certificate
Translator	B.A. with Hindi and English
Technician (Pathology)	Diploma in Pathology

Critical requirement: For Jr. Overman, Mining Sirdar, and Surveyor posts, a valid DGMS (Directorate General of Mines Safety) competency certificate is compulsory. Candidates without this certification should not apply — rejection during document verification is common in technical PSU recruitments like this.

Age Limit

Minimum 18 years, Maximum 30 years as on cut-off date 6 April 2026 (General/EWS)
OBC (NCL): +3 years relaxation
SC/ST: +5 years relaxation
Ex-Servicemen and PwBD: Relaxation as applicable
Maximum age (except for departmental candidates) must not exceed 56 years

MCL Recruitment 2026 — Salary

Selected candidates receive salary as per the NCWA-XI (National Coal Wage Agreement) pay scale:

Post	Monthly Salary
Jr. Overman	₹47,330.25
Mining Sirdar	₹47,330.25
Surveyor	₹51,103.12
Translator	₹41,996.51
Technician (Pathology)	₹47,330.25

Additional Benefits:

Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Medical benefits for self and family
Other allowances as per Coal India subsidiary rules
With allowances included, in-hand salary can cross ₹60,000+ per month — among the highest-paying diploma-level PSU jobs in India

MCL Recruitment 2026 — Application Fee

Category	Fee
UR / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS	₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST)
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women / Departmental Candidates	Exempted — Free

Payment Mode: Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking (fee is non-refundable under all circumstances)

MCL Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process

Selection is based entirely on a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) — there is no personal interview.

Stage	Details
1. Computer Based Test (CBT)	Objective-type questions, single stage
2. Document Verification	Age, qualification, and required certificates confirmed after CBT result

Qualifying Marks

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
UR / EWS	45%
OBC-NCL	40%
SC / ST	35%

No negative marking in the CBT — attempt all questions strategically to maximise your score potential.

MCL CBT Exam Pattern — What to Expect

Based on previous year exam patterns for similar MCL technical recruitments, the CBT typically includes:

Section A — General Awareness/Aptitude: Lower weightage, covering general knowledge and basic reasoning
Section B — Technical/Trade Knowledge: Higher weightage (around 80%), covering core subject knowledge relevant to the post applied for

For Jr. Overman, Mining Sirdar, and Surveyor candidates, focus your preparation on:

Mine safety regulations and DGMS standards
Ventilation systems in mines
Mining methods and techniques
Coal Mines Regulations and legislation
Practical field knowledge related to underground and opencast mining

Preparation Tip: Since there is no negative marking and Section B carries about 80% weightage, candidates with strong technical fundamentals and field experience have a clear advantage. Make mine safety and DGMS regulations your top priority.

Documents Required Before Applying

Keep the following ready in JPG/JPEG/PDF format:

Scanned copy of Matriculation (Class 10) Certificate/Marksheet
Diploma/Degree Marksheets and Certificates (as applicable to the post)
Valid Caste Certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST candidates)
Income Certificate (for EWS candidates, if applicable)
Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
DGMS Competency Certificate (Mining Sirdar/Overman/Surveyor) — mandatory for technical posts
Gas Testing & First Aid Certificate (for Overman post)
Recent photograph and signature (scanned copy)
Valid Email ID and active Mobile Number

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake	Consequence
Applying without valid DGMS certificate	Application rejected at document verification stage
Uploading incorrect or unclear documents	Application may be rejected
Waiting till the last date to apply	Server congestion, risk of missing deadline
Choosing the wrong category during application	Cannot be corrected later — errors in name/DOB are final
Ignoring medical standards	May be disqualified during medical examination

How to Apply — MCL Recruitment 2026

Visit the official website — mahanadicoal.in
Go to Careers → Recruitment section
Click on "MCL Recruitment 2026 Apply Online"
Register using a valid mobile number and email ID
Fill out the application form carefully — personal, educational, and category details
Upload required documents, photograph, and signature
Pay the application fee online (if applicable to your category)
Submit the form and download a copy for future reference

Important Links

Link	Details
Official MCL Website	mahanadicoal.in
Recruitment Notice	mahanadicoal.in/Recruitment_NOTICE
Notification PDF	mahanadicoal.in → Careers → Recruitment
Coal India Limited	coalindia.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. How many vacancies are there in MCL Recruitment 2026? A total of 667 vacancies (664 regular + 3 backlog) across Mining Sirdar (448), Jr. Overman (192), Surveyor (24), Translator (1), and Technician Pathology (2) posts.

Q2. What is the salary for MCL Recruitment 2026 posts? Jr. Overman and Mining Sirdar receive ₹47,330.25/month, Surveyor receives ₹51,103.12/month, and Translator receives ₹41,996.51/month, all under the NCWA-XI pay structure plus DA, HRA and other allowances.

Q3. Is DGMS certificate mandatory for MCL Recruitment 2026? Yes — for Jr. Overman, Mining Sirdar, and Surveyor posts, a valid DGMS competency certificate is compulsory. Applications without proper certification will not be entertained at later stages.

Q4. Is there an interview in MCL Recruitment 2026? No — selection is based entirely on a Computer Based Test (CBT). There is no personal interview round.

Q5. What is the application fee for MCL Recruitment 2026? ₹1,180 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women/Departmental candidates are exempted from the fee.

Q6. What is the age limit for MCL Recruitment 2026? 18 to 30 years for General/EWS as on 6 April 2026, with 3 years relaxation for OBC-NCL and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.

Q7. What is the qualifying mark in the MCL CBT? 45% for UR/EWS, 40% for OBC-NCL, and 35% for SC/ST candidates. There is no negative marking in the exam.

Conclusion

MCL Recruitment 2026 is one of the most attractive PSU opportunities in the mining sector this year — offering 667 vacancies, strong NCWA-XI salary packages, and long-term job security under Coal India Limited. With selection based purely on a Computer Based Test and no interview, focused preparation on technical and mine safety subjects is the key to success.

If you hold a valid DGMS competency certificate, this recruitment is highly relevant for you — keep checking mahanadicoal.in for CBT exam date announcements.

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Last Updated: 18 June 2026 | Source: mahanadicoal.in — Official Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Website, A Coal India Limited Subsidiary

MCL Recruitment 2026 — 667 Jr. Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor Posts, Salary & Exam Pattern