Coal India Limited (CIL) has officially extended the application deadline for the CIL Management Trainee (MT) recruitment until 21st June 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications via the official website at www.coalindia.in or by using the direct link provided below.
Coal India Limited (CIL) is currently accepting applications for 660 Management Trainee positions across Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and other specialized engineering departments. Per the latest official announcement, the application window has been extended until 6:00 PM on 21st June 2026. Candidates are strongly encouraged to register promptly to avoid potential technical issues during the final hours of the deadline.
Candidates holding a B.Tech degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, System, Electronics & Communication, Geology, or Industrial Engineering are eligible to apply for the CIL Recruitment 2026. All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official Coal India Limited recruitment portal.
Coal India Management Trainee Vacancy 2026
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| Civil | 178 |
| Electrical | 221 |
| Mechanical | 145 |
| System | 43 |
| Electronics & Communication | 38 |
| Geology | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | 05 |
| Company Secretary | 04 |
| Total | 660 |
Coal India MT Notification PDF
The comprehensive Coal India Management Trainee (MT) Notification 2026, issued under Advt. no. 03/2026, details the hiring process for 660 vacancies. The initiative aims to onboard highly skilled professionals into various technical disciplines within the organization.
In addition to the 660 MT vacancies, CIL has announced 276 openings for the Mining discipline under Advt No 01/2026, which requires GATE 2025 scores. Interested candidates can review these details via the link below.
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Apply Online Starts | 12th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21st June 2026 (6 pm) |
| Last Date to Pay the Application Fee | 21st June 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be Notified |

CIL MT Application Form 2026 Link
The online application portal for the CIL Management Trainee examination remains active at www.coalindia.in. The deadline for submissions is now extended to 21st June 2026. We advise all eligible candidates to finalize their applications well in advance to prevent any last-minute technical complications.
Important: Candidates must fill out their application forms with precision, as inaccurate data may result in disqualification. Please note that applications submitted after the deadline will not be processed under any circumstances.
How much is the CIL MT Application Fee 2026?
To complete the CIL Recruitment 2026 application process, candidates must submit an application fee of Rs. 1000 plus applicable GST (Rs. 180), totaling Rs. 1180. Payments must be processed exclusively via online methods.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 1180/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Employees of Coal India Limited & Subsidiaries | Exempted |
How to Apply For CIL Recruitment 2026? Step-by-step guide
Follow the streamlined steps outlined below to successfully apply for the Management Trainee positions.
Stage 1- Online Portal Registration
(i) Visit the official website: www.coalindia.in.
(ii) Navigate to the “Career with CIL” tab and select “Jobs at Coal India.”
(iii) Locate and click on the “CIL Management Trainee Recruitment 2026” link (Advt. No. 03/2026).
(iv) Select the “New Registration” option.
(v) Enter your specific discipline, personal details, date of birth, mobile number, and a valid email address.
(vi) Accept the terms to generate your unique User ID and Password, sent via SMS and email.
Stage 2- Profile Completion
(i) Log in to the recruitment portal using your newly generated credentials.
(ii) Input your personal details, permanent/correspondence address, and category information.
(iii) Provide complete educational background and professional qualification data.
Stage 3- Document Upload
(i) Upload your scanned photograph and signature per the specified dimensions.
(ii) Attach high-quality, legible copies of educational certificates and relevant caste or PwBD reservation documents.
Stage 4- Fee Payment
(i) Verify the application fee applicable to your candidate category.
(ii) Complete the transaction using a credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.
Stage 5- Final Review and Submission
(i) Carefully audit all sections in the application preview window.
(ii) Confirm that your name, DOB, and email address match your official certificates exactly, as these fields are unchangeable post-submission.
(iii) Select the Submit button.
(iv) Download and print the confirmation page for your records.
Documents Required For CIL MT Apply Online 2026
Before starting the application, ensure you have digital copies of all required documents and identification ready.
- Recent passport-size colour photograph (less than 3 weeks old).
- Scanned image of your signature made with a black ink pen.
- Matriculation/Secondary Board Certificate (as proof of date of birth).
- Final degree certificates and all year/semester mark sheets merged into a single PDF.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) or PwBD certificate, if applicable.
- Valid photo ID card (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving License).
Who can apply for CIL MT Recruitment?
Candidates must be graduates in their respective disciplines. The upper age limit is set at 30 years as of 30th April 2026 for General and EWS candidates. Refer to the official table for discipline-specific eligibility requirements.
Educational Qualification
| Discipline | Educational Qualification |
| Civil | Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering. With a minimum of 60% marks |
| Electrical | Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering. With a minimum of 60% marks |
| Mechanical | Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering. With a minimum of 60% marks |
| System | Recognised 1st Class Degree in BE/ B.Tech/ B.Sc (Engg.) in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/I.T or any 1st Class Degree with MCA |
| Electronics & Communication | BE/B.Tech/B.Sc (Engg) in a relevant branch of Engineering with a minimum 60% marks |
| Geology | M.Sc. / M.Tech. in Geology or Applied Geology or Geophysics or Applied Geophysics with minimum 60% marks |
| Industrial Engineering | Degree in the relevant branch of Engineering. With a minimum of 60% marks |
| Rajbhasha (Hindi) | MA in Hindi with a minimum 60% marks, and Graduation with Hindi and English as main subjects with 50% marks.” |
| Company Secretary | Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University/Institute, having acquired the Company Secretar qualification with Associate/Fellow Membership of ICSI. Preference would be given to those candidates who have worked in a listed Company |
Coal India MT Selection Process
The selection process consists of three distinct stages: a Computer-Based Test (CBT), document verification, and a comprehensive medical examination.
- Written Exam (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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