25 February 2026

MCL Recruitment 2026 Notification (667 Mining Sirdar, Junior Overman & Surveyor Posts)

Last Updated: February 25, 2026

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a Mini Ratna Subsidiary of Coal India Limited under Ministry of Coal, invites online applications from eligible candidates for recruitment of 667 posts of Junior Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor, Translator (OL) and Technician (Pathology) in T&S grades on regular basis.

Eligible candidates with required educational qualification, competency certificates and age criteria are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding qualification, competency certificate, age, fee and other criteria. The MCL Recruitment 2026 for 667 Vacancies Online Registration starts from 16th March 2026 and closes on 06th April 2026.

MCL Recruitment 2026

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Post Name

Jr. Overman, Mining Sirdar, Surveyor & Others

Total Vacancies

667 Posts

Age Limit

18-30 Years (UR/EWS)

Monthly Salary

₹41,966 – ₹51,103 (as per post under NCWA-XI)

Minimum Qualification

Diploma/Degree in Mining + Valid DGMS Competency Certificate

Application Fee

₹1,180/- (Gen/OBC/EWS); Nil (SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Female/CIL Employees)

Selection Process

Computer Based Test (CBT) only

Job Location

MCL Mines & Projects (Odisha)

Last Date

06 April 2026

MCL Recruitment 2026 Vacancies:

Post Name No of Vacancies Basic Pay (NCWA-XI)

Jr. Overman (T&S Gr-C)

192

₹47,330.25

Mining Sirdar (T&S Gr-C)

448

₹47,330.25

Surveyor (T&S Gr-B)

24

₹51,103.12

Translator (OL) Clerical Gr-III

01

₹41,966.51

Technician (Pathology) T&S Gr-C

02

₹47,330.25

Total

667

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MCL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

1. Jr. Overman (T&S Gr-C) – 192 Posts:

  • Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering + Valid Overman Competency Certificate (Unrestricted) from DGMS + First Aid & Gas Testing Certificate.

2. Mining Sirdar (T&S Gr-C) – 448 Posts:

  • 10+2 / Diploma/Degree in Mining + Valid Mining Sirdar Competency Certificate (Unrestricted) from DGMS + First Aid & Gas Testing Certificate.

3. Surveyor (T&S Gr-B) – 24 Posts:

  • 10+2 / Diploma/Degree in Mining/Mining Survey + Valid Survey Competency Certificate (Unrestricted) from DGMS.

4. Translator (OL) Clerical Gr-III – 01 Post:

  • B.A. with Hindi & English (Hindi Translation Diploma preferred).

5. Technician (Pathology) T&S Gr-C – 02 Posts:

  • Diploma in Pathology from recognized institute.

Age Limit (as on 06.04.2026):

  • 18-30 years (UR/EWS).
  • Upper Age Relaxation: 3 years OBC(NCL), 5 years SC/ST, 10-15 years PwBD, No upper age limit for departmental candidates.

MCL Recruitment Selection Process:

  • Computer Based Test (CBT) – 100 Marks (No Negative Marking)
  • Section A: General Awareness & Aptitude – 20 Marks
  • Section B: Technical Knowledge – 80 Marks
  • Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS 45%, OBC 40%, SC/ST 35%
  • Medical Fitness Examination

MCL Recruitment Application Fee:

  • ₹1,180/- (₹1000 + ₹180 GST) for General / OBC / EWS candidates
  • Nil for SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Female / CIL Employees
  • Payment Mode: Online

Important Dates:

Date of Notification

21 February 2026

Starting Date for Online Application

16 March 2026 (10:00 AM)

Last Date for Online Application

06 April 2026 (11:50 PM)

Computer Based Test Date

To be notified later

Important Links:

How to Apply MCL Recruitment 2026:

Eligible Interested candidates must apply through Online mode only. The steps are as follows:-

➢ Step 1: Visit the official MCL website mahanadicoal.in and go to Careers → Recruitment Section.

➢ Step 2: Register with valid Email ID & Mobile Number.

➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form with personal, educational, experience and competency details carefully.

➢ Step 4: Upload scanned documents and pay the application fee online (if applicable).

➢ Step 5: Submit the form and take printout of the submitted application for future reference.

MCL Jobs 2026

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the total number of vacancies in MCL Recruitment 2026?

667 Posts (Jr. Overman 192 + Mining Sirdar 448 + Surveyor 24 + Others).

What is the last date to apply for MCL Recruitment 2026?

06 April 2026 (11:50 PM).

What is the application fee for MCL Recruitment 2026?

₹1,180/- (Gen/OBC/EWS); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Female/CIL Employees.

What is the age limit?

18-30 years (UR/EWS) as on 06.04.2026 with usual relaxations.

Is there any interview?

No, selection is only through Computer Based Test (CBT).

What is the salary for Mining Sirdar & Jr. Overman?

₹47,330.25 per month (Basic Pay under NCWA-XI).