Coal India Limited Recruitment 2026 for 660 Management Trainee Posts

Coal India Limited (CIL) has announced recruitment for Management Trainees across various disciplines. A total of 660 vacancies are available for candidate selection based on a Computer Based Test (CBT), without requiring a GATE score. Selection leads to appointment in the E-1 Grade scale of pay.

For candidates seeking PSU careers alongside opportunities like Engineering Jobs, this recruitment provides entry into one of India's major public sector undertakings.

Eligible Engineering and Professional Disciplines

Candidates from the following branches and disciplines are eligible to apply:

• Mining
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Civil
• Chemical / Mineral
• Electronics & Telecommunications
• Industrial Engg.
• System (Computer Science / IT)
• Environment
• Geology & Geophysics
• Materials Management
• Finance & Accounts
• Personnel & HR
• Community Development
• Legal
• Marketing & Sales
• Rajbhasha
• Company Secretary

Important Dates

Application Fee Matrix

Age Limit and Relaxations

The upper age limit is 30 years as on 30th April 2026 for General (UR) and EWS candidates. Upper age relaxations apply as follows:

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
• SC / ST: 5 Years
• Domicile of J&K (01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989): 5 Years
• Departmental Candidates (CIL and subsidiary employees): No age limit

Pay Scale and Designation

Selected candidates will be placed in the E-1 Grade pay scale of ₹60,000 - 1,80,000/- per month during the training period, with an initial Basic Pay of ₹60,000/-. Upon successful completion of the 1-year training cum probation period, candidates will be confirmed as Officers in E-1 Grade.

Selection Process

Selection is conducted through a multi-stage process:

1. Computer Based Online Test (CBT)
2. Document Verification
3. Initial Medical Examination (IME)

Application Cycle Status

The online application window for the 2026 recruitment cycle has concluded. Registered candidates should prepare for the scheduled Computer Based Test on 24-08-2026. Aspirants looking for future cycles should monitor official announcements for upcoming advertisement releases in the next hiring window. You can also explore options like ISRO Scientist Engineer SC Recruitment 2026 for other active engineering roles.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official Coal India website at https://www.coalindia.in.
2. Navigate to the Career section under Jobs at CIL.
3. Select the Management Trainee recruitment link and read the detailed notification.
4. Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
5. Upload the required documents, signature, and photograph.
6. Pay the required application fee based on your category and submit the application. Save a copy of the submitted form for future reference.

To review the detailed official advertisement, access the Coal India Official Notification PDF.

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