NCL Assistant Foreman Recruitment 2026: 270 Vacancies Announced – Apply Now!
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Miniratna subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has officially released the recruitment notification for Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C positions. This is a premier Sarkari Naukri opportunity for Diploma and Engineering degree holders looking to work in the coal mining sector.
The online application window is officially open from February 11, 2026, to March 5, 2026.
📊 NCL Assistant Foreman 2026: Recruitment Highlights
| Organization | Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) |
| Post Name | Assistant Foreman (Trainee) Grade-C |
| Total Vacancies | 270 Posts |
| Pay Scale | ₹47,330.25 per month (Basic) |
| Apply Online Dates | February 11 to March 5, 2026 |
| Official Website | www.nclcil.in |
🔧 Vacancy Breakdown by Discipline
The 270 vacancies are distributed across three primary engineering streams:
| Discipline | Total Posts | Educational Requirement |
| Electrical | 148 | 10th + 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Mechanical | 108 | 10th + 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Electronics (E&T) | 14 | 10th + 3-year Diploma in Electronics Engineering |
Note: Candidates with higher qualifications (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant branches are also eligible to apply.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (As of March 5, 2026)
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Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 30 years.
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Age Relaxations: SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), and PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per GoI norms.
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Application Fee: * General / OBC / EWS: ₹1,180 (₹1000 + ₹180 GST).
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SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Departmental: Nil (Exempted).
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📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by Document Verification.
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CBT Structure: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 100 marks.
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Duration: 90 Minutes.
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Sections:
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Section A (Technical): 70 Questions based on relevant Engineering discipline.
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Section B (Non-Tech): 30 Questions (General Knowledge, Reasoning, Aptitude).
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No Negative Marking: Candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions.
📥 How to Apply Online
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Official Site: Visit nclcil.in and navigate to the ‘Careers’ > ‘Recruitment’ section.
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Apply Link: Click on the link for “Direct Recruitment of Supervisory Positions 2026”.
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Registration: Sign up with your mobile number and email to receive login credentials.
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Form Filling: Enter personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
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Uploads: Provide clear scans of your photo, signature, and necessary certificates.
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Payment: Pay the fee online and download the final application PDF.
