WCL Statutory Supervisory Staff Recruitment 2026 for 444 Posts
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Mini Ratna Company and subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has released Employment Notification No. 2026/69 for recruitment of Statutory Supervisory Staff. A total of 444 regular vacancies are available for Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C and Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C. Eligible candidates can submit online applications from 20 July 2026 to 10 August 2026. Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Organisation | Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) |
| Employment Notification No. | 2026/69 |
| Post Name | Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C & Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C |
| Total Vacancy | 444 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 20-07-2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date | 10-08-2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) & Document Verification |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs.47,330.25 per month |
| Job Location | Maharashtra & Madhya Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://www.westerncoal.in |
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C | Option 1: Valid Mining Sirdar Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS, Valid Gas Testing Certificate, Valid First-Aid Certificate and minimum 3 years of experience in Underground Mines. OR Option 2: Diploma in Mining Engineering from a Government recognized institute, Valid Overman Competency Certificate issued by DGMS, Valid Gas Testing Certificate and Valid First-Aid Certificate. |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C | Diploma (Minimum 3 years course) in Electrical Engineering from a Government recognized institute along with a valid Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines issued by the Appropriate Government. |
| Minimum Age | 18 years as on the last date of submission of online application. |
| Upper Age Limit | 30 years for UR/EWS candidates as on 10-08-2026. |
| Age Relaxation | OBC (NCL): 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, PwBD (UR): 10 Years, PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years, Ex-Servicemen and Departmental Candidates as per Government of India/WCL rules. |
| Educational Qualification | Equivalent qualifications approved by the Central Government or higher qualifications in the respective discipline are also eligible wherever applicable. Qualifications acquired through distance learning or part-time mode are not acceptable. |
| Cut-off Date | Eligibility, qualification and age shall be determined as on 10-08-2026. |
Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Mini Ratna Company under Coal India Limited, has invited online applications from eligible Indian nationals for regular recruitment to the posts of Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C and Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C. Candidates possessing the prescribed statutory certificates, diploma and experience can apply online.
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Part 1 | General Aptitude - 20 Questions |
| Part 2 | Technical Subject - 80 Questions (As per the post applied) |
| Maximum Marks | 100 Marks (1 Mark for each question) |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS: 50 Marks, OBC (NCL): 45 Marks, SC/ST: 40 Marks |
| Shortlisting | Candidates will be shortlisted for Document Verification in the ratio of 1:3 based on CBT Merit. |
| Final Merit | Prepared on the basis of CBT Marks after successful verification of documents and medical fitness. |
Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of General Aptitude and Technical questions. Candidates qualifying the CBT will be shortlisted for document verification based on merit.
| Post | UR |
| Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C | 220 |
| Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C | 224 |
| Grand Total | 444 |
A total of 444 regular vacancies have been announced, comprising 220 posts of Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C and 224 posts of Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C.
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Stage 2 | Shortlisting based on CBT Merit (Three times the number of vacancies in each category) |
| Stage 3 | Scrutiny / Verification of Original Documents |
| Stage 4 | Preparation of Final Merit List based on CBT Marks |
| Stage 5 | Initial Medical Examination |
| Final Appointment | Appointment subject to successful document verification, medical fitness and fulfillment of all eligibility conditions. |
Selection will be based on Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification. Final merit will be prepared based on CBT marks subject to successful verification of eligibility documents and medical fitness.
| Particular | Details |
| Post | Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C / Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs.47,330.25 per month |
| Pay Structure | National Coal Wage Agreement (NCWA) XI |
| Mining Sirdar Probation | 6 Months from the date of joining |
| Assistant Foreman Training | 2 Years from the date of joining |
| Grade after Successful Completion | T&S Grade-C |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), Attendance Bonus, Special Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Subsidy, Medical Facilities and other admissible benefits under NCWA XI |
| Career Growth | As per the prevailing cadre schemes and rules of Western Coalfields Limited |
Selected candidates will receive an initial Basic Pay of Rs.47,330.25 per month under NCWA XI along with Dearness Allowance, Attendance Bonus, Special Allowance, HRA, Transport Subsidy, Medical Facilities and other applicable benefits.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs.1,180/- (Rs.1,000 + GST Rs.180/-) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Departmental Candidates | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online |
| Refund Policy | Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances |
| Additional Charges | Bank Charges, if any, shall be borne by the candidate |
UR, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs.1,180/- (Rs.1,000 + GST Rs.180). SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and Departmental Candidates are exempted from payment of application fee.
| Application Mode | Applications will be accepted through online mode only through the official WCL recruitment portal. |
| Registration Period | Online application starts on 20-07-2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 10-08-2026 at 11:55 PM. |
| One Post Only | Candidates can apply for only one of the two notified posts. Multiple applications for different posts will lead to cancellation of candidature. |
| Eligibility Date | Eligibility, educational qualification, experience and age will be determined as on 10-08-2026. |
| Document Upload | Candidates must upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates, statutory competency certificates, category certificates and other prescribed documents in the specified format. |
| CBT Admit Card | Admit Cards for the Computer Based Test will be available through the official WCL website. No admit card will be sent by post. |
| Document Verification | Candidates shortlisted in the ratio of 1:3 based on CBT merit must produce original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies for verification. |
| Medical Examination | Final appointment is subject to being declared medically fit as per WCL medical standards. |
| Posting | Selected candidates may be posted in any Underground (UG) Mine or Opencast (OC) Mine under any Area of Western Coalfields Limited and are liable to be transferred during service. |
| Application Fee | Application fee must be paid through online mode only. The fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. |
| Government Employees | Candidates employed in Government Departments, PSUs or Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during document verification if shortlisted. |
| False Information | Supplying false information, forged documents or suppressing material facts will result in cancellation of candidature and may invite legal action. |
| Recruitment Updates | All notices regarding admit cards, CBT schedule, answer keys, results, document verification and other updates will be published only on the official WCL website. |
| Management Rights | Western Coalfields Limited reserves the right to modify, cancel, restrict or revise the recruitment process or the number of vacancies without assigning any reason. |
Online applications will be accepted from 20 July 2026 to 10 August 2026. Candidates should apply for only one post and ensure they satisfy all eligibility conditions before submitting the application.
| Document | Purpose |
| Recent Passport Size Colour Photograph | Online Application |
| Candidate Signature | Online Application |
| Matriculation / Class 10 Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth |
| Class 12 Certificate (Optional) | Educational Record |
| Diploma / Qualification Certificate with Marksheets | Educational Qualification |
| Mining Sirdar / Overman Competency Certificate (For Mining Sirdar) | Statutory Qualification |
| Gas Testing Certificate (For Mining Sirdar) | Eligibility Verification |
| First-Aid Certificate (For Mining Sirdar) | Eligibility Verification |
| Underground Mine Experience Certificate (If applicable) | Experience Verification |
| Electrical Supervisory Certificate for Mines (For Assistant Foreman) | Eligibility Verification |
| Category / EWS / PwBD Certificate (If applicable) | Reservation Benefit |
| Valid Photo Identity Proof | Identity Verification |
Candidates should keep scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates, statutory competency certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), identity proof and other prescribed documents ready before submitting the online application.
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Recruitment Page | Click Here |
| How many vacancies are announced under WCL Statutory Supervisory Staff Recruitment 2026? | Western Coalfields Limited has announced a total of 444 vacancies including 220 Mining Sirdar, T&S Grade-C posts and 224 Assistant Foreman (Trainee) (Electrical)/Electrical Supervisor, T&S Grade-C posts. |
| What is the last date to apply for WCL Recruitment 2026? | The last date for submission of the online application form is 10 August 2026 up to 11:55 PM. |
| What is the selection process for WCL Statutory Supervisory Staff Recruitment 2026? | Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification and medical examination. |
| What is the salary for WCL Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman posts? | Selected candidates will receive an initial Basic Pay of Rs.47,330.25 per month under NCWA XI along with applicable allowances and benefits. |
| Is there any negative marking in the WCL CBT? | No. There is no negative marking in the Computer Based Test. |
| What is the application fee for WCL Recruitment 2026? | UR, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates have to pay Rs.1,180/-. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and Departmental Candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee. |
| Can a candidate apply for both notified posts? | No. A candidate can apply for only one of the two notified posts. Applying for multiple posts will result in cancellation of candidature. |
| Where will the selected candidates be posted? | Selected candidates may be posted in any Underground or Opencast Mine under Western Coalfields Limited and are liable for transfer as per organizational requirements. |
