NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 577 HEMM Operator, Paramedical and Overseer Posts

Quick Highlights — NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026

• Organization: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), A Miniratna Company
• Notice No.: NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125
• Post Names: HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff (Trainee), Overseer (Civil)
• Total Vacancies: 577 Posts
• Application Mode: Online only via nclcil.in
• Online Registration Start Date: 09 April 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply (NCL Trainee 2026): 01 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Cut-Off Date: 01 May 2026 (for all eligibility and reservation purposes)
• Official Website: www.nclcil.in

Important Dates

Application Fee

Note: Fee must be paid through online mode only. Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances. Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.

Vacancy Details — NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026

Table A: HEMM Operator (Trainee) — Total 472 Posts

Table B: Paramedical Staff (Trainee) — Total 75 Posts

Table C: Overseer (Civil) — Total 30 Posts

Grand Total: 472 + 75 + 30 = 577 Posts

Note: Total vacancies are tentative and may vary as per actual requirements. Reservation is as per Government of India rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Important: Qualifications acquired through distance learning or part-time mode will not be considered. Where CGPA/Grade is awarded, a conversion certificate from the concerned Board/University must be produced at the time of document verification.

Age Limit (As on Cut-Off Date: 01 May 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years

Age Relaxation

Pay Scale and Training/Probation Period

In addition to basic pay, posts carry DA, attendance bonus, special allowance, transport subsidy, and medical facility as per NCWA-XI.

Selection Process — NCL Trainee 2026

Selection is based on performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT). There is no other stage except document verification post-CBT. The process is as follows:

For HEMM Operator (Trainee) — All Posts

• Common CBT of 100 marks for 90 minutes for all HEMM Operator posts.
• 100 MCQ questions, each carrying 1 mark.
• No negative marking for wrong answers.
• Question paper in bilingual format (English and Hindi). English version is final in case of any discrepancy.
• HEMM posts will be filled in the following merit-based order: (1) Dumper, (2) Surface Miner, (3) Dozer, (4) Pay Loader, (5) Grader, (6) Crane Operator.

For Paramedical Staff and Overseer (Civil)

• Separate CBT for each post — 100 marks for 90 minutes.
• Section A: 70 MCQ questions on technical/discipline knowledge — 70 marks.
• Section B: 30 MCQ questions on General Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning, Verbal and Mental Ability, Quantitative Aptitude — 30 marks.
• No negative marking. Unattempted questions carry no marks.

Minimum Qualifying Marks (Cut-Off)

After CBT result, candidates who score at or above the minimum qualifying marks will be called for document scrutiny/verification in order of their merit. Provisional merit panels will be published on the NCL website.

Syllabus — NCL Trainee CBT 2026

Syllabus for HEMM Operator (Trainee) — Annexure A

• Road Signs and Signals: Mandatory, cautionary, and informatory signs.
• Traffic Rules: Overtaking, parking, stopping, use of horn, speed limits, lane discipline.
• Motor Vehicle Act Basics: Documents (RC, DL, Insurance, PUC), penalties, general road safety.
• Elementary Knowledge of Machine: Engine functioning, braking system, cooling system, steering system, tyres, gear system (manual and automatic), lights, mirrors, safety devices, lubricants, battery, alternator.
• General Awareness/Knowledge: Current affairs, mental ability, reasoning, government schemes, emission standards, Indian Motor Vehicle Acts.
• Basic Mathematical Aptitude: 10th standard arithmetic — distance, speed/velocity, triangles, trigonometry, averages, time and work, simple and compound interest.

Syllabus for Paramedical Staff — Annexure B

Section A (70 Marks) — Technical Knowledge (Post-Specific):

• Staff Nurse: Nursing basics, hospital environment, patient care, anatomy and physiology, nursing care of cardiovascular/respiratory/GI/endocrine/neuromusculoskeletal/urinary systems, psychiatric nursing, obstetrics, newborn care.
• Pharmacist: Dosage forms, metrology, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, drug acts (Pharmacy Act 1948, Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940), hospital pharmacy, clinical pharmacy, pharmacokinetics.
• Technician (Pathological): Sample collection, sterilization, hematology, clinical pathology, biochemistry, microbiology, histopathology, virology, blood banking, serology.
• Technician (Dental): Applied physics and mechanics, oral anatomy, dental materials, metallurgy, dental mechanics, computers and medical records.
• Physiotherapist: Anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, psychology, biomechanics, kinesiology, rehabilitation.
• Technician (Refraction/Optometry): Ocular anatomy, physical and geometrical optics, visual science, refraction types, ophthalmic instruments, ocular diseases, contact lenses.
• Technician (Radiographer): Radiographic techniques, image production, radiation physics, radiation protection, equipment operation, patient care, anatomy.
• Jr. Technician (ECG): ECG terminology, cardiovascular anatomy, electrical conduction system, 12-lead ECG, ECG equipment operation, artifacts, Holter monitor, treadmill stress test, abnormal ECG interpretation.

Section B (30 Marks) — Common for All Paramedical Posts:

• General Knowledge: India, international relations, science, geography, economy, art, culture, history.
• General Awareness: Sports, defence, books, prizes, current affairs, Indian polity.
• Reasoning, Verbal and Mental Ability: Synonyms, antonyms, grammar, relationships.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Work relationship, profit and loss, speed.

Syllabus for Overseer (Civil) — Annexure C

Section A (70 Marks) — Civil Engineering Technical Knowledge: Building materials, estimating and costing, surveying, soil mechanics, hydraulics, irrigation engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, theory of structures, concrete technology, RCC design, steel design.

Section B (30 Marks): Same as Paramedical Staff Section B (General Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude).

How to Apply for NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official NCL website at www.nclcil.in and navigate to Career > Recruitment > Employment Notice for Direct Recruitment of HEMM Operator (Trainee), Paramedical Staff and Overseer (Civil).
2. Read the complete Employment Notice/Advertisement carefully in English or Hindi to check your eligibility for the post you wish to apply for.
3. Click on 'Apply Online' and register on the individual login portal using your valid email ID and mobile number. These must remain active for at least one year.
4. Fill in your personal details, date of birth, category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM), contact information and educational qualification details carefully. No changes are allowed after final submission.
5. Upload scanned copies of the required documents: recent passport size photograph (jpg/jpeg), signature with black ink pen (jpg/jpeg), Matriculation certificate (pdf), valid HMV/Transport license (for HEMM posts), relevant diploma/degree certificates, and caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable).
6. Pay the application fee of Rs 1180 (Rs 1000 + Rs 180 GST) through online mode only. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Departmental Candidates are exempt from payment.
7. After successful payment, review all entries and submit the online application form. Take a printout of the final submitted application and keep it safe for future reference.
8. Download the Admit Card for CBT from the NCL website through your individual login portal when it is made available. The CBT date and city will be intimated through the NCL website.

Important: A candidate can apply for only ONE post. If multiple applications are submitted, all will be cancelled. Do not wait till the last date. NCL is not responsible for technical issues at the last moment.

Important Rules and Instructions

• Only online applications are accepted. No hard copies or postal applications are to be sent.
• Qualification through distance learning or part-time mode is not acceptable for any post.
• OBC (NCL) candidates must ensure their caste is in the Central Government OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) list, not the state list.
• EWS certificate must be based on gross annual income of Financial Year 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27.
• PwBD candidates must have at least 40% benchmark disability. Scribe facility is available if eligible, subject to submission of Appendix-I and Appendix-II certificates at the CBT centre.
• Ex-Servicemen must carry discharge certificate at the time of document verification.
• Candidates employed in Govt./PSU/Autonomous bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification.
• SC/ST candidates called for CBT will be reimbursed up to 2nd Class Non-AC rail/bus fare as per rules. TA claim must be submitted to the invigilator after appearing in the CBT.
• Appointment is subject to medical fitness as per CIL Medical Attendance Rules.
• Selected candidates can be posted at any NCL mine/hospital/establishment and are liable for transfer to other CIL subsidiaries.
• Any canvassing, misrepresentation or use of unfair means will lead to disqualification and criminal prosecution.
• The jurisdiction for any legal dispute will be the Hon'able MP High Court of Jabalpur, M.P.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the total number of vacancies in NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026?

The total number of vacancies in NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026 is 577 posts. This includes 472 posts of HEMM Operator (Trainee) in various designations, 75 posts of Paramedical Staff in different categories, and 30 posts of Overseer (Civil).

What is the last date to apply for NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026 is 01 May 2026 by 11:59 PM. This date is also the Cut-Off date for determining eligibility in all respects including reservation and relaxation benefits.

What is the application fee for NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026?

For UR, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs 1000 plus applicable GST of Rs 180, totaling Rs 1180. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and Departmental Candidates are exempt from paying any application fee.

What is the age limit for NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 30 years old as on the Cut-Off date of 01 May 2026. Age relaxation is provided: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), 10 years for PwBD (UR), and service period plus 3 years for Ex-Servicemen. Departmental candidates of CIL and its subsidiaries have no upper age limit.

What is the pay scale for NCL Trainee posts?

HEMM Operator (Trainee) posts carry a daily rate of Rs 1502.66 per day (Category-I, Daily Rated) with a 3-year training period. Paramedical Staff in T&S Grade C posts carry a basic pay of Rs 47,330.25 per month with a 1-year training period. T&S Grade D posts (Jr. Technician ECG, Technician Dental, Technician Refraction) carry Rs 43,775.55 per month with a 3-year training period. Overseer (Civil) in T&S Grade C carries Rs 47,330.25 per month.

What is the selection process for NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026?

The selection is based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks for 90 minutes duration. For HEMM Operator posts, a common CBT is held for all operator designations. For Paramedical Staff and Overseer (Civil), a separate CBT is held with two sections: Section A (70 marks, technical knowledge) and Section B (30 marks, General Knowledge, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude). Minimum qualifying marks are 50 for UR/EWS and 40 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/ESM candidates.

Can a candidate apply for more than one post in NCL Trainee Recruitment 2026?

No. A candidate can apply for only one post notified in this Employment Notice. If a candidate applies for multiple posts, the candidature for all posts will be cancelled. Candidates must carefully select the post they want to apply for before submitting the online form.

What qualification is required for HEMM Operator (Trainee) posts in NCL 2026?

For all HEMM Operator (Trainee) posts, candidates must have passed Matriculation/SSC/High School or equivalent from any recognized board and must possess a valid HMV/Transport License issued from any RTA/RTO in India. Additionally, candidates must have secured a minimum of 55% marks in Matriculation (50% for OBC-NCL, 45% for SC/ST).

Official Notification and Source

This article is based entirely on the official Employment Notice released by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), Singrauli vide Ref No. NCL/SING/HR/Direct-Recruitment/2026-27/125 dated 06 April 2026. All future updates regarding CBT date, admit card, result, and merit list will be published only on the NCL official website.

• Official Website: www.nclcil.in