Coal India MT Online Form 2026 Coal India Limited (CIL), the largest coal-producing company in the world and a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Coal, has announced a mega recruitment drive for the year 2026. A notification (Advt. No. 03/2026) has been released to fill a staggering 660 vacancies for the post of Management Trainee (MT) in E-1 Grade across diverse technical and non-technical disciplines.
Application and Examination Name/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
| Name of Recruitment: Coal India Management Trainee (MT) Conducting Body: Ministry of Coal Total Posts: 660 |
Important Dates/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
Application Fee/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1180/- (₹1000 + ₹180 GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
| Employees of CIL & Subsidiaries | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
Educational Qualification/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
| Discipline | Educational Qualification (Full-time Degree) |
|---|---|
| Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics & Comm., Industrial Engg. | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engg.) in the relevant discipline. |
| System | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT or MCA (Master of Computer Applications). |
| Geology | M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology or Applied Geology/Geophysics. |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | M.A. in Hindi with 60% marks AND Graduation with Hindi and English as main subjects. |
| Company Secretary | Any Graduate + Qualified CS with Associate/Fellow membership of ICSI |
Age Limit (As on 30 April 2026)/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
| Age Limit (As on 30 April 2026) ⁕ Maximum Age for General/EWS: 30 years ⁕ Minimum Age: Not explicitly specified. |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years (up to 33 years) |
| SC / ST | 5 years (up to 35 years) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 10 years (UR), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST) as per rules |
Total Number of Vacancies/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
How to Apply /Coal India MT Online Form 2026
Selection Process and Examination Phases/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
| 1. Computer Based Test (CBT): The primary selection stage will be a 3-hour online exam comprising two papers. Final selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in the CBT |
| 2. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for document verification to check their original certificates. |
| 3. Medical Examination: Finally, candidates will have to undergo an Initial Medical Examination (IME) to confirm fitness as per CIL standards |
Examination Pattern/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Qs | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Knowledge/Awareness, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General English | 100 | 100 | Single sitting of 3 hours for both papers |
| Paper II | Professional Knowledge (Discipline Related) | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 180 Minutes |
Syllabus Overview/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
Pay Scale/Coal India MT Online Form 2026
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Q1: When will the online application for CIL MT 2026 start?
Ans: The online application process will start on 12 May 2026 (10:00 AM).
Q2: What is the last date to apply for CIL MT Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit your online application is 11 June 2026 (06:00 PM).
Q3: What is the application fee for General category candidates?
Ans: The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹ 1180/-
Q4: Are SC/ST candidates required to pay the application fee?
Ans: No, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any application fee.
Q5: What is the age limit for the General category for this recruitment?
Ans: The upper age limit for General (UR) and EWS candidates is 30 years as of 30 April 2026.
Q6: Is there any negative marking in the CIL MT 2026 CBT exam?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking. You get 1 mark for each correct answer, and no marks are deducted for incorrect answers.
Q7: Will there be an interview for CIL Management Trainee selection?
Ans: No, the final selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in the CBT. There is no personal interview
Q8: I am in my final year of engineering. Can I apply?
Ans: Yes, final year students are eligible to apply, provided they can submit their final mark sheet and degree certificate by 31 August 2026
Q9: What is the pay scale for a CIL Management Trainee?
Ans: The pay scale is ₹ 60,000 – ₹ 1,80,000 per month, with an initial basic salary of ₹60,000 during the training period
Q10: What documents are required for the online application?
Ans: You will need a scanned copy of your recent passport-size photograph, your signature, educational qualification certificates (mark sheets), caste certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), and a valid email ID and mobile number.
