CIL Management Trainee (MT) Recruitment 2026: Apply for 276 Mining Engineer Posts via GATE

CIL Management Trainee (MT) Recruitment 2026: Apply for 276 Mining Engineering Posts via GATE

Key / Important Dates:

• Online Registration Starts: 08 May 2026

• Closing Date for Applications: 07 June 2026

• Deadline for Fee Payment: 07 June 2026

• Exam/Shortlist Date: To be notified soon

• Admit Card Release: Available shortly before the process begins

Application Fees

• General / OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹1180/-

• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Exempted (Nil)

• Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria

A total of 276 seats are available specifically for the Mining discipline. Detailed breakdown is provided below:

Category-wise Seat Distribution:

• UR (Unreserved): 114

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 74

• EWS: 27

• SC: 41

• ST: 20

Age Limit

(Calculated as of 30 April 2026)

• Maximum Age: 30 Years

• Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, PwD) as per Government of India directives.

Selection Methodology

The selection process for CIL MT 2026 involves:

1. Shortlisting: Based on the GATE 2025 marks/score.

2. Verification: Original document verification for shortlisted candidates.

3. Medical Examination: Candidates must meet the required medical standards of Coal India Ltd.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official Coal India website: www.coalindia.in.

2. Navigate to the "Current Openings" section under the Careers tab.

3. Fill in the registration form with personal and academic details.

4. Enter your GATE 2025 Registration Number accurately.

5. Upload the required documents (Photo, Signature, Degree, etc.).

6. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.

7. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is the GATE score of previous years (2024 or earlier) valid for this recruitment? No, this specific recruitment cycle only accepts GATE 2025 scores for the Mining discipline.

Q2. What is the maximum age limit for General category candidates? The upper age limit is 30 years as of April 30, 2026.

Q3. When is the last date to pay the application fee? The last date for fee payment is the same as the application closing date, which is June 7, 2026.