NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor Recruitment 2026-Apply for 259 Posts
Northern Coalfields Limited, a Miniratna company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has issued Employment Notification Ref. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246 dated 10 July 2026 for regular appointment to statutory mining posts. The recruitment covers Mining Sirdar T&S Grade C and Surveyor T&S Grade B (Mining) posts for deployment across NCL mines and establishments in Singrauli District of Madhya Pradesh and Sonebhadra District of Uttar Pradesh. Eligible Indian nationals can apply online through the NCL website from 14 July 2026 to 05 August 2026.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Recruitment Name | NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Reference | NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/246 |
| Organisation | Northern Coalfields Limited |
| Company Type | Miniratna Company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited |
| Post Names | Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C and Surveyor T&S Gr. B (Mining) |
| Total Vacancies | 259 |
| Application Start Date | 14 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application Last Date | 05 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Crucial Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test and Document Verification |
| Job Location | Mines / Establishments of NCL in Singrauli and Sonebhadra |
| Official Website | www.nclcil.in |
| Contact Email | recruitment.ncl@coalindia.in |
| Contact Phone | 07805-256573 |
| Criteria | Details |
| Nationality | Candidate must be an Indian national. |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years as on 05 August 2026. |
| Age Relaxation - SC / ST | 5 years beyond upper age limit. |
| Age Relaxation - OBC-NCL Centre List | 3 years beyond upper age limit. |
| Age Relaxation - Ex-Servicemen | Actual period of service rendered in defence services plus 3 years, subject to applicable rules. |
| Age Relaxation - Departmental Candidates | No upper age limit for employees of CIL and its subsidiary companies. |
| Mining Sirdar Qualification Option 1 | Matriculate or equivalent from recognized board; valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 or eligible mining certificate; valid Gas Testing Certificate; valid First Aid Certificate. |
| Mining Sirdar Qualification Option 2 | Matriculate or equivalent from recognized board; Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering from recognized institute; valid Overman Competency Certificate issued by DGMS under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 or eligible mining certificate; valid Gas Testing Certificate; valid First Aid Certificate. |
| Surveyor Qualification Option 1 | Matriculate or equivalent from recognized board; valid Surveyor's Certificate of Competency granted under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 or eligible mining certificate to work as Surveyor in mines. |
| Surveyor Qualification Option 2 | Degree or Diploma in Mining / Mine Surveying Engineering from recognized institute; valid Surveyor's Certificate of Competency granted under Coal Mines Regulation 2017 or eligible mining certificate to work as Surveyor in mines. |
| Distance Learning | Minimum essential qualifications acquired through distance learning, part-time mode or equivalent will not be considered. |
| PwBD Reservation | PwBD reservation is not applicable because Mining Sirdar and Surveyor do not fall under the identified list of positions for PwBDs. |
Candidates must be Indian nationals and must be at least 18 years old and not more than 30 years old as on the crucial date, 05 August 2026, with age relaxation as per Government of India rules. Mining Sirdar applicants must have matriculation with a valid Mining Sirdarship Certificate or eligible mining certificate, valid Gas Testing Certificate and valid First Aid Certificate; alternatively, matriculation with Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering, valid Overman Competency Certificate, valid Gas Testing Certificate and valid First Aid Certificate. Surveyor applicants must have matriculation with valid Surveyor's Certificate of Competency, or Degree / Diploma in Mining or Mine Surveying Engineering with valid Surveyor's Certificate of Competency.
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Section A | Technical / Discipline Related Knowledge - 70 Questions, 70 Marks |
| Section B | General Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning, Verbal and Mental Ability, Quantitative Aptitude - 30 Questions, 30 Marks |
| Marks Per Question | 1 Mark |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Unattempted Questions | No marks |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Minimum Cut-off - UR / EWS | 50 marks out of 100 |
| Minimum Cut-off - SC / ST / ESM / OBC-NCL | 40 marks out of 100 |
The selection process will include a Computer Based Test of 100 marks for 90 minutes. Section A will contain 70 multiple choice questions on technical / discipline related knowledge and Section B will contain 30 multiple choice questions on General Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning, Verbal and Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude. Each question carries 1 mark. There is no negative marking and no marks will be awarded for unattempted questions. The paper will be bilingual in English and Hindi.
| Post Name | Total |
| Mining Sirdar | 254 |
| Surveyor (Mining) | 5 |
| Total | 259 |
Northern Coalfields Limited has invited online applications for 259 statutory mining posts, including 254 Mining Sirdar T&S Grade C posts and 5 Surveyor T&S Grade B (Mining) posts. The posts are for regular deployment across different mines and establishments of NCL in Singrauli District of Madhya Pradesh and Sonebhadra District of Uttar Pradesh.
| Stage | Details |
| Stage 1 | Online Application |
| Stage 2 | Computer Based Test |
| Stage 3 | Publication of CBT Result / Merit Panel |
| Stage 4 | Scrutiny and Verification of Documents |
| Stage 5 | Medical Examination as per CIL Medical Rules |
| Stage 6 | Character and Antecedent Verification |
| Stage 7 | Final Appointment / Posting |
Selection will be based on candidates' relative score in the Computer Based Test. Candidates who secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks will be called for scrutiny and verification of documents in order of merit and availability of vacancies. Final appointment will be subject to document verification, medical fitness, character and antecedent verification and fulfilment of all eligibility criteria.
| Post | Basic Pay / Probation |
| Mining Sirdar T&S Gr. C | Basic Pay Rs. 47,330.25 per month; Probation 6 months |
| Surveyor T&S Gr. B (Mining) | Basic Pay Rs. 51,103.12 per month; Probation 6 months |
| Allowances | DA, attendance bonus, special allowance, transport subsidy, medical facility and other allowances as per company rules / NCWA |
| Posting | Selected candidates may be posted in any mines / establishments of NCL and may be transferred to other subsidiaries of Coal India Limited |
Mining Sirdar T&S Grade C carries basic pay of Rs. 47,330.25 per month, while Surveyor T&S Grade B carries basic pay of Rs. 51,103.12 per month. The probation period for both posts is 6 months. In addition to basic pay, allowances such as DA, attendance bonus, special allowance, transport subsidy and medical facility are admissible as per company rules and the National Coal Wage Agreement.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | Rs. 1,180 (Rs. 1,000 application fee + Rs. 180 GST) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates | Nil |
General, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 1,000 plus applicable GST of Rs. 180, totalling Rs. 1,180. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates are exempted from payment of application fee. The fee must be paid online only and is non-refundable.
| Apply Online | Candidates must apply through www.nclcil.in > Career > Recruitment > Employment Notification for Direct Recruitment of various Statutory posts > Apply online. |
| Application Start | Online registration starts on 14 July 2026 at 10:00 AM. |
| Application Last Date | Online application submission closes on 05 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. |
| Crucial Date | 05 August 2026 is the crucial date for eligibility and reservation / relaxation claims. |
| Single Post Application | A candidate can apply for only one post against this employment notification. |
| Multiple Applications | If more than one application is received from a candidate, the most recent application will be considered final. |
| No Hard Copy | Candidates do not need to post or dispatch hard copies of online application or testimonials. |
| Admit Card | Admit card will be available through the NCL website / individual login portal only. |
| CBT Date | The Computer Based Test date will be intimated later through notice and admit card. |
| Document Scrutiny | Eligibility claims will be verified after CBT result for candidates who score minimum qualifying marks. |
| No Change After Submission | Once the form is submitted, no change will be allowed at a later stage. |
| Active Email and Mobile | Candidates must keep an active email ID and mobile number valid for at least one year. |
| Medical Fitness | Appointment is subject to being found medically fit as per CIL medical examination rules. |
| SC / ST TA | SC / ST candidates called for CBT may be paid up to second class non-AC fare as per rules, subject to submission of required TA claim documents. |
Online registration starts on 14 July 2026 at 10:00 AM and the last date for online application submission is 05 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. The last date, 05 August 2026, is the crucial date for determining eligibility and claiming reservation or relaxation benefits. Candidates can apply for only one post. Admit card, CBT date, result and all future notices will be published only on the NCL website under Career > Recruitment.
| Document | Purpose |
| Recent Passport Size Colour Photograph | Online application upload |
| Signature with Black Ink Pen | Online application upload |
| Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate | Age and qualification proof |
| Mining Sirdar / Overman Certificate of Competency | Required for Mining Sirdar eligibility |
| Valid Gas Testing Certificate | Required for Mining Sirdar eligibility |
| Valid First Aid Certificate | Required for Mining Sirdar eligibility |
| Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering | Applicable for Mining Sirdar qualification option |
| Surveyor's Certificate of Competency | Required for Surveyor eligibility |
| Degree or Diploma in Mining / Mine Surveying Engineering | Applicable for Surveyor qualification option |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL Caste Certificate | Reservation / relaxation claim, if applicable |
| EWS Income and Asset Certificate | EWS reservation claim, if applicable |
| J&K Domicile Certificate | If applicable |
| No Objection Certificate | Required for Govt. / Semi Govt. / PSU / Autonomous Body employees at document verification |
Candidates must upload a recent passport size colour photograph, signature, matriculation certificate, relevant DGMS competency certificates, Gas Testing Certificate, First Aid Certificate, Degree or Diploma certificate where applicable, caste certificate for SC / ST / OBC-NCL, EWS Income and Asset Certificate where applicable and other applicable certificates. Original documents must be produced during scrutiny and verification after CBT result.
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Career Recruitment | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| What is NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor Recruitment 2026? | It is a Northern Coalfields Limited recruitment for regular appointment to Mining Sirdar T&S Grade C and Surveyor T&S Grade B statutory mining posts. |
| How many vacancies are available in NCL Recruitment 2026? | There are 259 vacancies, including 254 Mining Sirdar posts and 5 Surveyor posts. |
| What is the last date to apply for NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor Recruitment 2026? | The last date for online application submission is 05 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. |
| What is the age limit for NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts? | Candidates must be 18 to 30 years old as on 05 August 2026, with applicable age relaxation as per rules. |
| What is the application fee for NCL Recruitment 2026? | General, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates must pay Rs. 1,180. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates are exempted. |
| What is the selection process for NCL Mining Sirdar and Surveyor posts? | Selection will be based on Computer Based Test, followed by document verification, medical examination and other appointment formalities. |
| Is there negative marking in the NCL CBT? | No, there is no penalty for wrong answers. |
| What is the CBT pattern for NCL statutory mining posts? | The CBT will be 100 marks for 90 minutes with 70 technical questions and 30 general aptitude / awareness questions. |
| What is the basic pay for NCL Mining Sirdar? | Mining Sirdar T&S Grade C carries basic pay of Rs. 47,330.25 per month. |
| What is the basic pay for NCL Surveyor? | Surveyor T&S Grade B carries basic pay of Rs. 51,103.12 per month. |
