MCL Foreman, Technician recruitment 2026: Notification released for 500 posts; registration begins on this date
MCL Foreman, Technician recruitment 2026 Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has released an official notification inviting applications for Foreman and Technician posts. A total of 500 vacancies have been announced, and the application process will be conducted online.The registration process will begin on May 7, 2026, and interested candidates can apply through the official website within the given deadline.Vacancy detailsAs per the notification, the recruitment includes two posts:Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee – 150 postsTechnician (Electrician) Trainee – 350 postsThese vacancies are tentative and may change as per the company’s requirement.Important datesCandidates should keep these key dates in mind:Start of online application: May 7, 2026 (10:00 AM)Last date to apply: May 28, 2026 (11:50 PM)Other dates such as admit card release and exam schedule will be announced later on the official website.Eligibility criteriaAccording to the official notification, following is the required educational qualification:Assistant Foreman (Electrical):Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).Technician (Electrician):Passed Matriculation (Class 10)Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Electrician tradeMinimum one year of training or work experienceValid permit under Indian Electricity RulesAge limitMinimum age: 18 yearsMaximum age: 30 years (as on May 28, 2026)Age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories as per government rules.Selection processThe selection will be done through a Computer Based Test (CBT) only. There will be:Objective-type questionsNo negative markingTwo sections: General Awareness/Aptitude and Technical KnowledgeCandidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for document verification.Application fee₹1000 + GST (total ₹1180 approx.) for General, Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidatesNo fee for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Ex-servicemen and female candidatesHow to applyCandidates can apply online by following these simple steps:Visit the official MCL websiteGo to the Careers/Recruitment sectionRegister using a valid email ID and mobile numberFill in the application form and upload required documentsPay the application fee (if applicable)Submit and take a printout for future referenceApplications will be accepted only in online mode.Other important pointsCandidates must ensure all details are correct before submitting the formOnly one application per post is allowedThe merit list will be valid for one yearSelected candidates may be posted in any mine or project of MCLRead the detailed notification here.Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before applying to avoid any mistakes.
