Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has officially released MCL Recruitment 2026 Notification for 500 vacancies of Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee and Technician (Electrician) Trainee posts. The official notification was published on 16 April 2026 on Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Official Website.

Candidates who have completed Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Degree in Electrical Engineering, or ITI Electrician Trade can apply online from 07 May 2026 to 28 May 2026.

In this article, check complete details regarding MCL Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026, eligibility criteria, vacancy details, age limit, salary, application fee, selection process, exam pattern, important dates, and how to apply online.

MCL Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Mahanadi Coalfields Limited
Recruitment Name	MCL Assistant Foreman & Technician Recruitment 2026
Post Name	Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee, Technician (Electrician) Trainee
Total Vacancies	500 Posts
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	India
Official Website	mahanadicoal.in
Notification Release Date	16 April 2026
Online Form Start Date	07 May 2026
Last Date to Apply	28 May 2026

MCL Vacancy 2026 Post Wise Details

MCL has announced a total of 500 vacancies.

Post Name	Vacancies
Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee	150
Technician (Electrician) Trainee	350
Total	500

MCL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	16 April 2026
Online Application Start Date	07 May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	28 May 2026
Last Date Fee Payment	28 May 2026
Admit Card Release	Notify Later
CBT Exam Date	Notify Later
Result Date	Notify Later

MCL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee

Candidates must have:

3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering approved by AICTE
OR
Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering approved by AICTE

Technician (Electrician) Trainee

Candidates must have:

Matriculation (10th Pass)
ITI in Electrician Trade (2 Years)
NCVT/SCVT Certificate
Minimum 1 year training/experience
Valid LT Permit under IE rules for Mines

MCL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Age will be calculated as on 28 May 2026.

Category	Age Limit
Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	30 Years

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
OBC (NCL)	3 Years
SC/ST	5 Years
PwBD	10–15 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per government rules
Departmental Candidates	No upper age limit

MCL Recruitment 2026 Salary

Assistant Foreman (Electrical)

Salary: ₹47,330.25 per month

Technician (Electrician)

Salary: ₹1,583.32 per day

MCL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Category	Fee
General/OBC/EWS	₹1,180
SC/ST/PwBD/Female/ESM	No Fee

Payment mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

MCL Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The selection process for MCL Assistant Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) only. There will be no personal interview for this recruitment process. The CBT will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions, and the exam instructions will be available in both Hindi and English languages.

One of the biggest advantages for candidates is that there will be no negative marking, which means no marks will be deducted for incorrect answers.

The CBT exam will include a total of 100 questions for 100 marks, divided into two sections:

Section	Subject	Number of Questions	Marks
Section A	General Awareness / Aptitude	20 Questions	20 Marks
Section B	Technical Knowledge	80 Questions	80 Marks
Total	—	100 Questions	100 Marks

Exam Duration

The total duration of the CBT exam will be 2 hours.

MCL CBT Qualifying Marks

Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks to move to the next stage of recruitment.

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General / EWS	45 Marks (45%)
OBC (NCL)	40 Marks (40%)
SC / ST	35 Marks (35%)

Candidates can choose three preferred exam cities while filling out the online application form. However, once the application form is submitted, the exam city preference cannot be changed.

MCL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for MCL Assistant Foreman and Technician Vacancy 2026 includes the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT)

Eligible candidates will first appear for the CBT exam based on their self-declared eligibility details submitted in the online application form.

2. Document Verification

Candidates who qualify in the CBT exam will be shortlisted for document verification in a 1:3 ratio based on merit.

During document verification, candidates must carry:

Original certificates
Educational documents
Identity proof
Category certificates (if applicable)
Photocopies of required documents

Candidates currently working in Government departments, PSUs, or autonomous bodies must also provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.

3. Provisional Merit List

After successful document verification, MCL will release a provisional merit list on its official website.

MCL Official Website

4. Medical Examination

Shortlisted candidates must undergo a medical fitness test conducted by company-authorized doctors.

Final appointment will be provided only after candidates are declared medically fit.

Final Selection Process Flow

CBT Exam → Document Verification → Merit List → Medical Test → Final Appointment

Candidates preparing for MCL Recruitment 2026 should start preparing early, especially for the technical section, as it carries the highest weightage in the exam.

Documents Required for MCL Online Form 2026

Candidates should keep these documents ready:

Aadhaar Card
Mobile Number
Email ID
Passport Size Photo
Signature
10th Marksheet
ITI Certificate
Diploma/Degree Certificate
Caste Certificate
EWS Certificate
Experience Certificate
LT Permit
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for MCL Assistant Foreman, Technician Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited under the CAREERS → Recruitment section. No offline application will be accepted.

Step 1: Visit Official Website

Go to MCL Official Website and open the CAREERS section.

Step 2: Read Instructions

Carefully read all important instructions and click on the “I Agree” button.

Step 3: Complete Registration

Post Name
Candidate Name
Mobile Number
Email ID

After registration, note your:

Application Sequence Number
User ID
Password

These details will be sent to your registered email ID and mobile number.

Step 4: Login & Fill Application Form

Fill all required details such as:

Personal Details
Educational Qualification
Category Details
Address Information

Upload required documents including:

Photograph
Signature
Educational Certificates
Other required documents

Step 5: Preview Application Form

Check all entered details carefully.

Make corrections if needed before final submission.

Step 6: Pay Application Fee

Pay the application fee through:

Debit Card
Credit Card
Net Banking

Step 7: Final Submit & Print Form

Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Important Note

The last date to submit the online application form is 28 May 2026 till 11:50 PM.

Candidates should apply early to avoid website traffic or server issues on the last date.

Important Links

Details	Link
Official Notification PDF	Download Notification
Apply Online	Apply Now
Official Website	Visit Website

FAQs – MCL Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are available in MCL Recruitment 2026?

A total of 500 vacancies have been announced.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for MCL Recruitment 2026?

The last date is 28 May 2026.

Q3. What is the salary of MCL Assistant Foreman?

The salary is ₹47,330 per month.

Q4. What is the qualification required for Technician post?

Candidates need 10th pass + ITI Electrician + LT Permit + experience.

Q5. Is there any interview in MCL Recruitment 2026?

No, selection will be based on CBT, document verification, and medical test.