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Coal India Limited Recruitment for Management Trainees: Apply Now

Coal India Limited is set to recruit Management Trainees, inviting applications from May 12 to June 11, 2026. With 660 vacancies across various engineering disciplines, candidates can apply online. The selection process includes a Computer-Based Test, and successful applicants will receive a competitive salary during their training. This is a great opportunity for aspiring engineers to join a leading organization. Read on for detailed eligibility criteria, application procedures, and more.
By Ambika Singh May 9, 2026, 10:19 IST
Coal India Limited Recruitment for Management Trainees: Apply Now

Coal India Limited Recruitment Overview



Coal India Limited (CIL) has opened applications for various Management Trainee roles. Interested candidates can submit their applications via the official CIL website. The online application process will start on May 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM and will close on June 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 660 vacancies, with the date for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) to be announced later.


Vacancies by Discipline

The recruitment notification outlines vacancies across several disciplines, including:



  • Civil Engineering: 178 posts


  • Electrical Engineering: 221 posts (highest number)


  • Mechanical Engineering: 145 posts


  • Other disciplines include Systems, Electronics & Telecommunications, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Official Language (Hindi), and Company Secretary.



Application Fee Details

The application fee is set at ₹1,180 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. However, candidates from the SC, ST, and PwD categories, as well as Coal India employees, are exempt from this fee.


Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Applicants for engineering roles must hold a full-time degree in the relevant field with at least 60% aggregate marks. A 5% relaxation is available for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. Final-year students expecting results by August 31, 2026, can also apply.


Age Limit: The upper age limit is 30 years for General and Minority candidates as of April 30, 2026, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories.


Application Process

To apply, follow these steps:



  1. Visit the official CIL website.


  2. Go to the ‘Careers with CIL’ section.


  3. Click on the Management Trainee recruitment link.


  4. Register using your mobile number and email.


  5. Fill in your personal, educational, and category details.


  6. Upload scanned copies of your signature, photograph, and other required documents.


  7. Pay the application fee and submit the form.


  8. Keep a copy of the application for future reference.



Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based on their performance in a Computer-Based Test (CBT), which consists of two papers, each worth 100 marks. The first paper will cover General Knowledge, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, and English, while the second will focus on subject-specific professional knowledge. Each paper will contain 100 multiple-choice questions, and there will be no negative marking.


Salary Structure

Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₹60,000 during their training period, which falls under the E-1 pay scale, ranging from ₹60,000 to ₹1,80,000. After completing the one-year training, candidates will be appointed as Officers in their respective fields.


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