MCL Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026: Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has released a new recruitment notification for multiple technical posts. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for a government job in the mining and electrical sector. The recruitment will be conducted through an online application process, and selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT). The MCL Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 16 April 2026, and the online applications are invited from 7 to 28 May 2026.
MCL has invited online applications for the posts of Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee and Technician (Electrician) Trainee. A total of 500 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive.
MCL Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL)
Post Name
Assistant Foreman & Technician
Total Vacancies
500
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
Odisha
Selection Process
CBT
Official Website
mahanadicoal.in
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Date
16 April 2026
Starting Date to Apply Online
07 May 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply
28 May 2026 (11:50 PM)
CBT Exam Date
To be notified
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹1180 (₹1000 + ₹180 GST)
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ESM / CIL Employees
Exempted
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit to apply for MCL Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026 is 18-30 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 28.05.2026. The age relaxation will be given as per the rules.
Post Name
Post
Qualification
Assistant Foreman (Electrical) Trainee
150
Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Degree in Electrical/ Electronics
Technician (Electrician) Trainee
350
10th Pass + ITI in Electrician Trade + 1 Year Experience + Valid Permit
MCL Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) only. There will be no interview.
The CBT will consist of objective type questions with no negative marking. The exam will have two sections: one for General Awareness and Aptitude, and another for Technical Knowledge.
Candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio based on CBT marks for document verification.
Important Links
MCL Foreman and Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
