| Organisation | Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) — Miniratna Subsidiary of Coal India Limited |
| Notification Ref. | NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246 | Dated: 10 July 2026 |
| Posts | Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C | Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B |
| Total Vacancies | 259 Posts (Mining Sirdar: 254 | Surveyor: 5) |
| Pay Scale | Mining Sirdar: ₹47,330/month | Surveyor: ₹51,103/month (NCWA-XI) + DA + Allowances |
| Age Limit | 18 – 30 years (as on 05 August 2026) |
| Location | NCL Mines/Establishments — Singrauli District (MP) & Sonebhadra District (UP) |
| Application Opens | 14 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee | ₹1,180 (General/OBC/EWS) | NIL for SC/ST/ESM/Departmental candidates |
| Selection Process | CBT (Computer Based Test) → Document Scrutiny/Verification |
| Apply Mode | Online — nclcil.in → Career → Recruitment |
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About NCL Mining Sirdar & Surveyor Recruitment 2026
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna company and a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, operates 10 highly mechanised opencast mines in the Singrauli coalfields of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. NCL is one of India’s largest coal producers, supplying coal to major thermal power plants including NTPC Vindhyachal.
NCL has released Employment Notification (Ref. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246) dated 10 July 2026 for 259 statutory mining posts — Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C (254 posts) and Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B (5 posts). Online registration is open from 14 July to 05 August 2026 at nclcil.in.
📊 Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C | 101 | 25 | 51 | 13 | 64 | 254 |
| Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B | 22 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| TOTAL | Including backlog vacancies (OBC-NCL: 3, SC: 1, ST: 1) | 259 | ||||
PwBD reservation is NOT applicable — these posts are not in the identified list per Ministry of Social Justice guidelines. Vacancies are provisional and may vary.
💰 Pay Scale & Benefits
| Mining Sirdar (T&S Gr. C) | Basic Pay: ₹47,330.25/month (NCWA-XI) |
| Surveyor (Mining) (T&S Gr. B) | Basic Pay: ₹51,103.12/month (NCWA-XI) |
| Additional Benefits | DA, Attendance Bonus, Special Allowance, Transport Subsidy, Medical Facility as per NCWA-XI & Company rules |
| Probation Period | 6 months from date of joining |
| Posting | Any NCL Mine/Establishment; liable to transfer to other CIL subsidiaries |
🎓 Eligibility — Qualification & Certificates
Mining Sirdar, T&S Gr. C — Option 1
- Matriculate (10th pass) from any recognised Board
- Valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate
- Valid First Aid Certificate
Mining Sirdar, T&S Gr. C — Option 2
- Matriculate (10th pass) from any recognised Board
- Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering from any recognised institute
- Valid Overman Competency Certificate issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017
- Valid Gas Testing Certificate
- Valid First Aid Certificate
Surveyor (Mining), T&S Gr. B — Option 1
- Matriculate (10th pass) from any recognised Board
- Valid Surveyors’ Certificate of Competency (SCC) granted under Coal Mines Regulation 2017
Surveyor (Mining), T&S Gr. B — Option 2
- Degree or Diploma in Mining/Mine Surveying Engineering from any recognised institute
- Valid Surveyors’ Certificate of Competency (SCC)
• All certificates (DGMS, SCC, Gas Testing, First Aid) must be valid as on the Crucial Date (05 August 2026)
• Qualifications obtained through distance learning or part-time study are NOT eligible
• No relaxation in minimum educational/certificate qualification is admissible for any category
🎂 Age Limit (as on 05 August 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 – 30 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 33 years (+3) |
| SC / ST | Up to 35 years (+5) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Actual defence service period + 3 years (max age 50 years) |
| Departmental Candidates (CIL & subsidiaries) | No upper age limit |
📝 Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 Marks | 90 Minutes | No Negative Marking
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | Technical Knowledge (Mining Sirdar: coal mine working, shot firing, safety, CMR 2017 provisions, DGMS circulars | Surveyor: Linear/EDM/traverse/total station/levelling/mine plans/drones/software like Surpac/AutoCAD) | 70 | 70 |
| Section B | General Knowledge, Reasoning, Verbal & Mental Ability, Quantitative Aptitude (Common for all posts) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | Bilingual (Hindi/English) | No Negative Marking | 100 | 100 | |
Minimum Cut-Off Marks in CBT
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50 marks out of 100 |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / ESM | 40 marks out of 100 |
Tie resolution order: (1) Higher score in Section A → (2) Older date of birth → (3) Alphabetical order of name as per matriculation certificate.
Stage 2: Document Scrutiny/Verification
Candidates scoring above cut-off marks are called for document verification in order of merit until all vacancies are filled. If any document is found ineligible, candidature is rejected.
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / ESM / Departmental Candidates (CIL subsidiaries) | NIL |
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST ₹180) |
Non-refundable. Online payment only. Applications without fee will be summarily rejected.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Online Registration Opens | 14 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date Online Submission | 05 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| CBT Date | To be announced via Admit Card on nclcil.in |
📋 How to Apply
- Visit nclcil.in → Career → Recruitment → Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of various Statutory posts → Apply Online
- Read the complete notification in English or Hindi carefully
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill personal, qualification, certificate, and category details — no correction possible after submission
- Upload: scanned passport photo (JPG, max 3 weeks old), signature (black ink), 10th certificate, DGMS/SCC certificates, Gas Testing & First Aid certificates, degree/diploma (if applicable), caste/EWS certificate
- Pay ₹1,180 fee online (General/OBC/EWS only)
- Submit application — apply for ONE post only per notification
- Download Admit Card from nclcil.in when announced
• ONE post per notification — dual application = cancellation
• Govt/PSU employees must produce NOC at document verification
• SC/ST candidates called for CBT get TA (2nd class non-AC fare)
• No TA for CBT appearance for other categories
• Court jurisdiction: Honourable High Court of Jabalpur, M.P.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies in NCL Recruitment 2026?
259 posts — Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C: 254 (UR-101, EWS-25, SC-51, ST-13, OBC-NCL-64) | Surveyor (Mining) T&S Gr. B: 5 (UR-22, ST-2, OBC-1).
Q2. What is the last date for NCL Recruitment 2026?
05 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. Apply at nclcil.in → Career → Recruitment.
Q3. What is the salary for NCL Mining Sirdar?
Basic pay ₹47,330.25/month plus DA, Attendance Bonus, Special Allowance, Transport Subsidy and Medical Facility as per NCWA-XI. Surveyor: ₹51,103.12/month basic pay.
Q4. What certificates are required for NCL Mining Sirdar?
Valid DGMS Mining Sirdarship Certificate (or Overman Certificate) + valid Gas Testing Certificate + valid First Aid Certificate. All three are mandatory — missing even one = ineligible.
Q5. Is there negative marking in NCL CBT 2026?
No negative marking. 100 questions, 90 minutes. Section A: 70 marks (technical) | Section B: 30 marks (GK/Reasoning/Quant).
Q6. What is the age limit for NCL 2026?
18–30 years (UR/EWS) as on 05 August 2026. OBC: 33 years | SC/ST: 35 years | ESM: service period + 3 years (max 50) | CIL Departmental: no upper age limit.
Q7. What is the application fee for NCL Mining Sirdar 2026?
₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST) for General/OBC/EWS. NIL for SC/ST/ESM/CIL Departmental candidates.
Q8. Can I apply for both Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts?
No. A candidate can apply for only one post per notification. Dual applications = cancellation.
Q9. Where will NCL Mining Sirdars be posted?
At NCL Mines/Establishments in Singrauli District (Madhya Pradesh) and Sonebhadra District (Uttar Pradesh). Liable to transfer to other CIL subsidiary companies.
Q10. What is the probation period for NCL Mining Sirdar?
6 months from date of joining.
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