Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment 2026 – 577 Vacancies for HEMM Operators, Paramedical Staff, and others.
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL)
Last Date :- 1 May 2026.
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment 2026
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a premier subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has officially released its latest employment notification (Ref: NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125).
NCL is inviting online applications from energetic and eligible Indian citizens to join their operations in the Singrauli District (MP) and Sonbhadra District (UP).
Interested and eligible candidates may read this advertisement and apply online here against these Application notifications. All applicants are requested to bookmark this page for future updates .
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Category | Number of Vacancies | % of Total Drive | Key Roles Included |
| HEMM Operator (Trainee) | 472 | 81.8% | Dumper, Grader, Dozer, Crane Operators |
| Paramedical Staff | 75 | 13.0% | Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, Technicians |
| Overseer (Civil) | 30 | 5.2% | Civil Engineering Oversight |
| Total | 577 | 100% |
Detailed Post-Wise Breakdown :-
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Dumper Operator (Trainee) | 308 |
| 2 | Dozer Operator (Trainee) | 52 |
| 3 | Staff Nurse (Trainee) | 47 |
| 4 | Surface Miner Operator (Trainee) | 43 |
| 5 | Grader Operator (Trainee) | 34 |
| 6 | Overseer (Civil) | 30 |
| 7 | Pay Loader Operator (Trainee) | 18 |
| 8 | Crane Operator (Trainee) | 17 |
| 9 | Technician (Pathological) | 12 |
| 10 | Pharmacist (Trainee) | 4 |
| 11 | Physiotherapist (Trainee) | 4 |
| 12 | Technician (Radiographer) | 3 |
| 13 | Technician (Dental) | 2 |
| 14 | Jr. Technician (ECG) | 2 |
| 15 | Technician (Refraction) | 1 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 577 |
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
1. HEMM Operator (Trainee):
* Qualification: Matriculate/SSC/High School.
* License: Valid HMV (Heavy Motor Vehicle) / Transport License.
* Minimum Marks: 55% for UR/EWS, 50% for OBC, and 45% for SC/ST.
2. Staff Nurse (Trainee):
* 10+2 plus B.Sc. Nursing or GNM Diploma. Must have valid State Nursing Council registration.
3. Overseer (Civil):
* Matriculation plus a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering.
4. Other Paramedical Posts:
* Relevant Diplomas in Pharmacy, Pathology, Radiography, etc., with specific registrations where applicable.
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 Salary & Pay Scale
* HEMM Operator (Trainee): Starting at ₹1,502.66 per day (Daily Rated).
* Staff Nurse/Pharmacist (Grade C): Basic pay of ₹47,330.25 per month.
* Allowances: Benefits include DA, attendance bonus, special allowance, transport subsidy, and medical facilities as per NCWA-XI rules.
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection will be strictly based on merit. There are no interviews for these positions. The process consists of three main stages:
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
* Mode: Online Exam.
* Total Marks: 100 Marks.
* Duration: 90 Minutes.
* Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
* Language: Bilingual (Hindi & English).
* Negative Marking: There is NO negative marking for wrong answers.
* Syllabus: * Section A: Technical/Position-specific questions (70 marks).
* Section B: General Intelligence, Mental Ability, Aptitude, etc. (30 marks).
* *Note: For HEMM Operators, a common paper of 100 marks will be conducted.
Stage 2: Document Scrutiny/Verification
* Candidates who clear the CBT and meet the minimum qualifying marks will be called for document verification based on their merit rank.
* You must produce original certificates (Educational, Caste, HMV License, etc.) at this stage.
Stage 3: Medical Examination
* Finally, provisionally selected candidates must undergo a medical examination to ensure they meet the physical standards required by Coal India Limited (CIL) rules.
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT
To be considered for the merit list, candidates must score at least:
* UR / EWS: 50% (50 Marks)
* SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / ESM: 40% (40 Marks)
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | GST (18%) | Total Amount |
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1,000 | ₹180 | ₹1,180 |
| SC / ST / ESM / PwBD | Nil | Nil | Exempted |
| Departmental Candidates | Nil | Nil | Exempted |
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
# Starting date of submission of online application: April 9, 2026
# Last date of submission of online application: May 1, 2026
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Applicants need to visit official www.nclcil.in portal for submission of online application this scheme. One needs to follow below mentioned steps to apply online.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 web Link
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Disclaimer
Note to Applicants: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official legal document. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, recruitment rules and dates are subject to change by the issuing authority.
(NCL) Recruitment 2026 FAQ
What is the starting date of online application for Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment ?
The starting date of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment application submission is 09th April 2026.
What is the total number of available vacancies of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment ?
The total number of vacancies under 577 .
What is the last date of online application Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL)?
The last date of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) Recruitment application submission is 1 May 2026.
